Make-Up

This Not That: Westman Atelier Lit Up Glassy Gel Highlighter Stick

Shop the post here. The Westman Atelier highlighter entered my life during a weak moment at Sephora — you know the kind. I was getting shade‑matched, minding my own business, when the beauty advisor casually pulled out her ride‑or‑die favorites. And of course… it was disappointingly perfect. Smooth, glowy, luxe — everything a highlight stick dreams of being. But here’s the reality: as much as I loved it, I just couldn’t justify dropping $50 every time I needed a new one. The

This Not That: Hourglass Ambient Soft Glow Foundation Brush

Shop the post. When you asked me to find a dupe for the Hourglass Ambient Soft Glow Foundation Brush, I knew it wouldn’t be easy. Hourglass is known for luxury tools that deliver flawless results, and this brush is no exception. It’s sleek, weighted, and blends foundation seamlessly for that soft, airbrushed finish. But at $47, it’s definitely an investment. So, I went on a mission to find an alternative that could deliver similar results without the hefty price tag. After te

This Not That: Patrick Ta Major Headlines Double-Take Crème & Powder Blush Duo

Shop the post! Another user request! I’ve been really enjoy the Patrick Ta Major Headlines Blush Duo—it’s gorgeous, luxe, and gives that perfect layered flush. But let’s be real… it’s a splurge. So I went on the hunt for a budget-friendly alternative and found it: Morphe’s Cheek Thrills Multi-Finish Face Trio. Here’s the tea: Patrick Ta is all about that cream + powder combo, rich pigment, and high-end packaging. It lasts all day and feels like a little luxury every time you

This Not That: Beauty Blender

Shop the post here. I’ve used both the Beauty Blender and the Paw Paw Wonder Blender, and honestly, the difference is night and day. When I first started using the Beauty Blender, I liked it—it did the job, but I always felt like I was going through my foundation way too fast. It gave a nice finish, but I couldn’t ignore how much product it seemed to soak up. I’d find myself restocking my foundation more often than I wanted to, and that adds up quickly. Then I tried the Paw P

This Not That: Saie Sun Melt Natural Cream Bronzer

Shop the post here. Let’s be real—makeup that worked in your 20s doesn’t always hit the same in your 30s. Bronzer included. As I’ve gotten older (and drier-skinned), I’ve found that cream bronzer just melts into my skin in a way powder never could. Powder tends to cling to dry patches, while cream gives me that smooth, radiant finish I’m after. When I first tried cream bronzer, I went for the aesthetic favorite: Saie Sun Melt. It’s clean, pretty, and feels luxe—but honestly?

This Not That: Kosas Revealer Extra Bright Color Corrector

Shop the post here. Aging is a privilege I’m grateful for—but let’s be real, my neck and under-eyes are where it shows the most. Dark circles have become part of my everyday look, so I decided to test out some color correctors to see if they live up to the hype. Kosas is the fan favorite, and I get why. It brightens beautifully and gives a luminous, dewy finish. But if you’re not into that glow, it might not be for you. Personally, it emphasized my fine lines more than I’d li