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Hey BIC beauties! One of my goals this year is to try to put together a makeup capsule with a handful (okay, maybe a large handful, in my case) of products that will work for me for an every day look and special occasions. Given my current collection, I won't need to be starting from scratch. 😂 So, I'm treating this capsule makeup collection challenge like a shop my stash and declutter adventure all in one. Would love for you to join me if and when you can.
If this is something that interests you or just piques your curiosity, please feel free to use this thread to document and challenge yourself to
(1) use what you have / shop your stash; and
(2) determine which products in your collection to keep, which to declutter, and which to try again another day. All with the goal of curating a set of makeup products that will help you achieve a signature look - and maybe a few additional products for other looks in your daily life, including looks for special occasions or events.
Every week, I will post a group of makeup products I plan to choose from (i.e., shopping my stash) for my looks during the week. The themes / prompts are guides and if you have a certain interpretation or approach you want to take with it, go for it! Not every product has to fit squarely within the theme; it can be just one item.
CURRENT WEEKLY THEMES: [UPDATED 4.27.2024]
FAQs: [Updated 4.28.2024]
What is a capsule makeup collection?
A capsule makeup collection is a selection of makeup products that can be used to put together different looks for a variety of occasions. For some of us, that may mean a group of essential products for your everyday look plus a few extra items for a more glam or dramatic look; and, for others of us, that may mean, a lineup of our holy grail product(s) in each makeup category. My ideal capsule makeup collection probably falls somewhere in between - we'll (hopefully) find out at the end of the year! I don't see myself as a minimalist, but I don't have an extensive collection of makeup either. I appreciate the collections of people who fall within both camps but I float somewhere in between - on the one hand, my brow product collection would earn a gold star if we were using a minimalist approach to makeup; my lip product lineup, on the other hand, would not. 🤣 It would most definitely not.
Why have a capsule makeup collection?
Everyone will have their own reasons for having (or not having) a more streamlined makeup collection. Over the years, I've just become more interested in having less beauty products on hand (well, except for lip products, lol) - a handful of items I use or reach for more frequently with maybe a few additional products that are go-to's for me for special events or occasions. Don't get me wrong, I love trying new products and I don't see that changing. I just like the idea of having a simpler collection (I appreciate that "simpler" can be relative), curated to my needs and lifestyle.
Why weekly?
A few years ago, beauty & lifestyle blogger Serein Wu, did a weekly series (on her blog and YouTube channel), Makeup Bag Monday, where she rotated her makeup bag each week with new product launches and makeup already in her collection. Every Monday, she shared the products she selected for the upcoming week and provided detailed makeup reviews on the makeup she used for the previous week. I may not post detailed reviews, but will at least try to include a weekly recap (probably at the end of the week) of what products I like and which ones didn't work for me. If weekly works for you, great. If not, feel free to join in based on what works best for you.
What if I don't have enough products to fit the theme for a full face?
No need for your entire makeup capsule to fit the weekly theme(s). Just one will do. And, even if you don't have one that fits squarely within a theme, feel free to post your makeup capsule. We'd love to see what you're using and hear your feedback on the products as you put them to use.
I'm excited to see what results from this experiment and I welcome everyone to join in this adventure, whenever and however is most effective for you.
@CynthieLu, you put together some great capsules this week. Super impressed with your eyeliner look. If I were to attempt to do as clean and tight a line as you've done, it would take so much more than 11 minutes to do a full look. In fact, I'd probably still be working on the eyeliner. 😅 You always make the Fenty lipstains look so amazing! I wonder if she'll expand the range with the warmer weather approaching. 🤔 It's been fabulous to see everyone's fast & furious choices - thrilled to have had the opp to collab with @sister13 and @danielledanielle 💖
Super fun collab! @itsfi @danielledanielle @CynthieLu 💗💗💗🥂🥂🥂
@CynthieLu, thanks! I'm glad @itsfi and @sister13 were up for it, too!
I like your edit. I forgot about the ND combo palettes (Glam, Love), smart pick. SPF can be so tricky with bases and skincare. Then there's the format! Choosing a stick vs moisturizer vs lotion vs powder vs setting spray can be so overwhelming, but when you find the ONE, 🙌🏽🤌🏽🤌🏽
It's been super fun @danielledanielle
I usually give my SPF *a lot"of time to settle in before I do my makeup, I was really happy that those two products didn't react at all with eachother. I think it's a combo I'm going to take advantage of more often. SPF + the Star Filter, feels like a skin win to me. 😄🙌
The Fast and Furious/ Easy Makeup Capsule - This a perfect theme for me this week. I don't know if it's because this is a short week or just life in general but I have been feeling like I have no time lately.
Lovely choices 💞 @Mellmars1185 I'm sorry to hear you've been feeling a lack of time lately. I understand that feeling, there are not enough hours in the day between all the demands some times. I hope everything can slow down for you soon. 🙏
@CynthieLu Thank you. I guess it comes in waves. There are a few things I need to get done on my to do list this weekend. If I get them done, I think it might make me feel more at ease.
Smart use of that Patrick Ta duo @Mellmars1185! Your makeup capsule looks fantastic. I’m all for quick and easy makeup, and agree with your feelings about not having time. 😞
@itsfi Thank you! I hope to slow down this long weekend and enjoy every moment.
I did a fast face today getting ready for a zoom call. Skincare was done when I first woke up, so skincare not included.
I also forgot to time it (because I was running late for a zoom call) but here’s a version of my standard 5-ish minute face.
Basically, I used the Danessa Myricks Beauty Yummy Skin Moisture Repair Balm Serum with Hyaluronic Acid and Squalane 1.41 ... #because my skin has been super dry, then the Danessa Myricks Beauty Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder 3 for all over evening out and light coverage. I forgot in the picture, but I used MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Color Pencil Brow, Eye & Lip Liner 500 Boundless Bisque for spot concealer as my skin not behaving lately. This is fast because it's a pencil and doesn't need a lot of care to blend but is pigmented enough to cover red spots.
I always use mytarte Timeless Smoothing Primer 0.5 oz/ 14.2 g to fill large pores on my nose, then tightline with any black eyeliner, this time NARS High-Pigment Longwear Eyeliner though SEPHORA COLLECTION Sephora Colorful® Waterproof Eyeshadow & Eyeliner Multi-Stick 24 Black Matte is faster because it’s thicker and I have to be less careful about poking myself in the eye. That would be my capsule item.
Two Guccis today, the Gucci Gucci Crayon Définition Sourcils Eyebrow Pencil which I love and the Gucci L'Obscur Lengthening Mascara 1 Eve Black which is also exceptional.
Finished with a touch of Too Faced Cloud Crush Blurring Blush Tequila Sunset to cheeks and a little on eyes, and then was going to do a lip liner and gloss but figured the tarte maracuja juicy lip plump shift was more of an all in one & faster. I think this was probably about 6 mins, but i'll try to remember to time myself next time!
I’ve x posted to the Re: Makeup Challenge of the Week 2021/2022/2023 if you want to see the face itself and Sephora Six - Fast & Furious Edition !
You too with the Gucci mascara @sister13? I keep hearing how fab it is. I really need to work through my mascaras and remember to go for the Gucci the next time it's time to open a new mascara.
I know, it really is a nice one and I'm a little surprised every time I use it again. Lengthening and separating with enough volume. It doesn't flake or smudge and stays all day. I would definitely get it on sale or in that gucci flora set if ever comes back. @itsfi
That sounds fabulous @sister13. I know @heartsmyface is a fan as well. I have a mini and a full size of the Gucci mascara - will try to remember to reach for it when allergy season ends for me.
@sister13 Six minutes is super impressive! And what a great tip to use the MUFE pencil as a spot concealer! I have a few skin toned eyeliners that I've used in my waterline in the past.... might need to try one as a spot concealer in a purse!
I echo @missjeanie's comment about the MUFE pencil as a spot concealer! I would never have thought to use it in that way. Great tip @sister13! 😁
Yes, that one works great because sometimes concealer works like it’s supposed but sometimes not, lol. I’ll have to time it tomorrow! @missjeanie
Poundcake Beauty lip in Bloodberry
Hourglass Unlocked Tiger palette
Ami Colé foundation brush
Ami Colé Desert Date Cream Blush & Lip Multistick Dune
Ami Colé Desert Date Cream Blush & Lip Multistick Flame
Ami Colé Skin-Enhancing Lightweight & Blurring Foundation Stick
GXVE BY GWEN STEFANI Hella On Point Clean Ultra-Fine Brow Pencil 5
Ami Colé Hydrating Lip Treatment Oil Romance
PATRICK TA Precision Dual Ended Sculpting Brush
Danessa Myricks Beauty Linework Paintbrush Fluid Liquid Eyeliner 0.034 oz / 1 ml
Supergoop! 100% Mineral (Re)setting Powder SPF 35 Medium
Okay, so this is more than 6. (Ya girl can count, she just wanted options.) I also haven't really had the chance to enjoy certain items, such as Romance, so this is a good opportunity.
The trick/key to this IMO is two fold, products you know well, so user error is minimal and you can be quick. The other trick is having a multitasking palette or stick.
This is a beautiful makeup capsule @danielledanielle! 😍 I'm seeing a magnificently creative tie-in to the collab with the 6 non-tool product brands you're using here - Ami Cole, Danessa Myricks, GXVE, Hourglass, Poundcake, and Supergoop are some excellent brands with some great products. I see the Poundcake lippies and they are some gorgeous reds. Excited to hear your thoughts on the formulation and wear.
@itsfi @danielledanielle Loop holes were made to be found! 6 products is a super tiny capsule, I'm impressed with six brands, gotta have options!