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Viral beauty trends road tested

  • Pretty woman illo

    Can ‘unapproachable’ makeup work as a man repellent?

    If bolder choices such as strong liner and bleached brows make you feel safer, give them a go
  • Freckles illo

    Can you create fake freckles with brow dye?

    For those of us not naturally blessed with freckles, this trick adds longevity to your facial falsies
  • charcoaleyeliner

    Is using a straw to apply foundation and blusher a good idea?

    Can a drinking straw really help you perfect your contouring?
  • Goth WEB

    Can the ‘villain’ trend get me back to my gothic self?

    Smudged eyeliner and dark lips help me lean into this Morticia Addams look
  • Illustration of eyeliner wing

    Can a swift turn of the head give me the perfect eyeliner flick?

    Don’t move your hand, move your face. That’s the theory anyway
  • FrenchTips WEB

    Can I fake a French manicure using DIY tip stickers?

    This 1990s look is back, and there’s a complicated way to re-create it with the aid of a plastic lid
  • LipstickBlush web

    Does blusher applied in a W shape give a more natural look?

    Some say this can make the blusher feel less “doll-like”, but it just made me look sunburned
  • ThinningHair web

    Can I use eyeshadow to mask my thinning hair?

    I already use Colour Wow Root Cover Up to hide parts of my scalp so this could be a cheaper alternative
  • Illustration of a women whose shades are slipping down her nose

    Can face powder stop sunglasses from sliding off my face?

    Is this even a problem? If it is, here’s a way to avoid the nightmare of skittish shades
  • Beauty web

    Can the ‘McDonalds’ fringe create an instant 70s look?

    You need thick hair and plenty of spray to pull off these Farrah Fawcett-inspired bangs
  • liquid lipstick pencil on eyes

    Is all-over liquid lipstick a one-bottle makeup sensation?

    Try this product as an all-in-one blush, shadow and lip colour – as long as you like the monochrome look … and you’re a quick worker
  • FringeGlue

    Can I keep my fringe in place with lash glue?

    Don’t want your elegant fringe to do a Marilyn Monroe in the wind? TikTokkers have you covered – with glue
  • lady in a pink frilly dress

    I don’t like the word, but I’m happy to try the ‘coquette’ effect

    The hyper-feminine look is all matte candy pink shades, retro eyeliner and rosy blush – and I’m all in
  • Illustration of a woman using antiperspirant on her forehead

    Can you use underarm antiperspirant on a sweaty face?

    It isn’t just your pits that get damp in summer. But can underarm cream be used to keep makeup in place when the sweats set in?
  • Illustration of a brunette lady spraying perfume on herself.

    Can hair perfume stand in for premium-price fragrances?

    They’re often seen as an extravagant addition to normal perfume, but they’re actually cheaper and make a good alternative to the more expensive stuff
  • Illustration of a woman with orange eyebrows

    Can I darken my brows with a tanning foam?

    Will a fake-tan product save me money on professional brow tints?
  • Eyeshadow nails

    Can you repurpose old eyeshadow as nail polish?

    If you enjoy doing your nails, perhaps give this a go. But if you’re a beauty admin speedster, don’t bother
  • Eyelashes

    Can an eyeshadow primer keep your lashes curled?

    This easy hack is designed to lift droopy lashes. I’m dubious. Should I be?
  • Smudged eyeliner look

    Can I get the ‘indie sleaze’ eyeliner look by smudging?

    This ‘slept in’ style looks easy to achieve. But what exactly is involved?
  • PuffyHeadband Web

    Can a puffy headband boost your skincare routine?

    Keeping your hair out of your face when doing your nightly grooming regime sounds sensible – but will it have a visible result?
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