Makeup

YSL Rouge Pur Couture review: the iconic satin lipstick in the gold case, how it wears, the line’s variations, who it suits, and where to buy it in 2026.

The British indie cosmetics line that’s been quietly reinventing budget beauty. I Love Cosmetics built a brand on big personality

Smashbox Studio Skin foundation review: the long-wear hydrating base (now Studio Skin 24 Hour), how it lasts without caking, who it suits, and where to buy it in 2026.

Smashbox Be Legendary lipstick review: the photo-studio brand’s creamy, primer-infused lipstick (now Be Legendary Prime & Plush), who it suits, and where to buy it in 2026.

Make Up For Ever HD Invisible Cover Foundation review: the makeup-artist-favourite HD foundation, now Ultra HD Invisible Cover, who it suits, and where to buy it in 2026.

Editor’s update (May 2026): Giorgio Armani has refreshed its luxury foundation line-up since this review, with the Designer and Luminous

Wet n Wild MegaLast lipstick review (shade Mauve Outta Here): the cult budget brand’s long-wear lipstick, why it punches above its price, and where to buy it.

Editor’s update (May 2026): NARS retired the Cream Eyeshadow pots in favour of the Eyeshadow Stick format. The closest current

Editor’s update (May 2026): NeuLash remains one of the better-regarded lash serums on the market. The current NeuLash eyelash serum

Editor’s note: this post is from our archive. Shu Uemura’s false-lash range is still made and the brand’s signature design