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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.
100% agree, @peculiarzmakeup - it is fun seeing everyone's capsule and learning about how folks go about putting theirs together! Even though we have a process or system that works for us and our lifestyle, collection size, etc., it is so interesting to see what people do and pick up tips along the way. If you come up with a system that works for you, definitely let us know.
Thank you. I definitely will! This is so fun 🙂 @itsfi
They way you talk about Makeup By Mario's brightening pencil, I wish I'd seen more from it when it was still around. Ahhh, we all read about so many loved products go the discontinued route but it does sound like it was a really good one. So many of them disappeared ones were. 💔
I think we all feel that way a little about our beloved capsule repeats 😉 I know I've felt like I've put a few (or more than a few 🙈) items in many times now, but they reappear for a good reason, we love them!
Ahhh, I see a future capsule theme from your reply @CynthieLu 🤩 Will tag you when it hits the schedule.
Yes, yes; there are just certain products that bear repeating. Capsule repeats speak volumes! I always love seeing what makes more than just a guest appearance in everyone’s capsules. 😍
Oh my gosh, following the last capsule feels impossible. I'm still got my stars in my eyes from the layout, the photos and the pretty bag. 😍😉 But here we go!
This week I leaned into the BIC Inspired Theme. It really is one I love. 💖 I have found and learned so much from this community over the years and it shows throughout my entire collection.
The products I chose this week are:
Product deets and inspo in spoiler:
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Everything except the huge palette (😅😅) fit inside my chosen bag snuggly. I like these brand bags, they hold so much more than you'd think. Especially something like the Gucci Must, she's not small.
Beautiful capsule! I love how it encompasses your experience at BIC and what you found have worked for you. Truly beautiful reflection and thought of this capsule. Great photos too! Thanks for the descriptions these are always helpful in my learning experience. It’s so neat to see everything together 💕 @CynthieLu
@CynthieLu, your capsule this week has so many pretties in it! I love that you're using your first ever Natasha Denona palette - she makes such beautiful palettes! 😍 Speaking of the ND Retro Palette, I like that last photo of it - the light is hitting in such a way that it's casting onto it some taupe, grey, blue, dusty peach watercolor hues that with the beige of the palette cover gives this look that makes me think of a film camera pulling away/fading away, at the end of beach scene where the colors from surf, sand, and sun all sorta come together.
lol, the Gucci mist is on the larger side, which given the amount of the product, is a good thing. I transfer some of the product into a travel size spritzer. It helps with fitting it into a bag and with not dropping it when pulling it out to use - I'm clumsy so these little adjustments help when a product will inevitable fall out from my bag or slip out of my hands and onto ... desk, floor, etc. 🤣
You made me smile at @itsfi lighting in our apartment is lacking. The light comes in the morning and only from one direction. I feel like if I don't take my pictures at a certain time of day it's just not the same once the natural light is gone. 😅 Thank you! 🙏
Ahhh Retro. I think she will always hold a special place in my collection. I remember how excited I was to use and experiment with this one, and I finally understood what everyone was talking about with the praise her formulas get. They really are fantastic 😊
@CynthieLu, I can relate about lighting being scarce. There was a long period where I would leave the house before the sun was out and got back home long after the sun had set. I will say that I learned how to take photos and set up my shots in a different way during that time - some good lessons and takeaways were had then. A ring light or the light from another phone can be helpful.
We'll I do happen to have a cute little ring light @itsfi I should utilize it more. 😅😉 That's a good idea. I've never thought of another phone. I just position myself around the lights of the house. Lol
Exactly, on the ring light @CynthieLu 😉
"I just position myself around the lights of the house" - nothing wrong with that at all. It's what I did; still do, in fact.
Week 37 - The Runway Inspired Makeup Capsule
For this week, I'm going with a runway-inspired look, with some BIC-inspired beauties added into the mix to help me feel more at home. The focus will be on terracotta-hued blush, and more low-key but still radiant makeup a la a few of the early shows for the spring/summer 2025 collections at New York Fashion Week.
I'm in awe too @itsfi these photos are giving high fashion! 📷👌😍 Absolutely beautiful photos and array of products for your Runway Inspired Capsule. *Claps enthusiasticly*
Your makeup bag thou, that's a beauty!
@CynthieLu, thank you; that's nice of you to say. Taking photos is a hobby and can be a nice way for me to try my hand at being a little more creative. I got all excited with Fashion Week and didn't edit or pare down my layout; it was fun though, especially to go back and do a similar set up or vibe as before.
I don't typically stay up or set an alarm anymore for when a product releases or becomes available - age and time have made FOMO less of a motivator when it comes to most beauty or fashion items, but I remember when this collab came out; I was definitely tuned in to when it would become available. 😅
Ahhhhhhh, I do love me a pretty bag 👛 or shoe 👠 or … it’s good I have soooome restraint; at least that is what I tell myself, @danielledanielle. 😝 This one was a gwp so it felt like I was able to get a great looking bag and good makeup. Ohhh, what my collection would look like if I wasn’t able to justify my purchases like I do. 🤪 Did I forget to mention that the bag is reversible? So, two bags in one. More functionality, bang for my buck. 😅
I am going to give terracotta blush the good ol’ college try, but I do have a plan B and plan C in place for turning the cream brush to blonzer or blushlights if I’m scared off by its warmth and orange-red hue.
Absolutley beautiful capsule, I love every detail, the magazine, photos, product holders, and products are top notch! Your capsules are so well crafted. Currently in awe 🤩 💄 ❤️ @itsfi
Awww, thank you @peculiarzmakeup, that's very kind of you to say. I've had a blast seeing what everyone puts together for their capsules and hearing why they chose certain products. I have a good amount of products and I've really enjoyed being able to use what I have and to figure out what are the keepers in my collection and which may be better off in another home.
I'm not sure how I'll warm up 😉 to terracotta hued cheeks, but I'm up for giving it a try.
@itsfi Hey those look amazing!!!! You've progressed so much, it's been fantastic to watch. Fun theme this week too!
Thanks @Samtian! I was looking back at some of my very first posts and photos, and how my set ups and shots have changed over the years. It's been nice to have some more formal techniques to incorporate now and again into what just comes to my mind. Also good to see what comes more naturally to me and what takes more effort.
Week 36 - "Werk-horse Week"
DIOR Forever Glow Star Filter Multi-Use Complexion Enhancing Booster 4N*
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Fenty Cheeks Suede Waterproof Powder Blush Bakin' Cakez
DIOR Forever Glow Maximizer Longwear Liquid Highlighter 017 Nude*
DIOR Forever Glow Maximizer Longwear Liquid Highlighter 013 Gold
Danessa Myricks Beauty Groundwork: Defining Neutrals - Palette For Eyes, Brows, Face & Lips*
Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Positive Light Liquid Luminizer Highlight Captivate*
GXVE BY GWEN STEFANI Original Me Clean High-Performance Matte Lipstick Original Recipe(actually loveable me, which is untaggable now)
Fenty Skin Hydra Vizor Huez Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum Mineral Spf 30 Sunscreen 5*
CLINIQUE Pop Plush™ Creamy Lip Gloss Black Honey Pop
Ami Colé Soft Shape Waterproof Lip Liner Rose Clay
Ami Colé Soft Shape Waterproof Lip Liner Cafe Touba*
HAUS LABS BY LADY GAGA Bio-Radiant Gel-Powder Highlighter with Fermented Arnica Fire Opal*
Danessa Myricks Beauty Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder Lowlighter Soft Glow Highlighter Off The Grid
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Fenty Icon The Fill Semi-Matte Refillable Lipstick Flaunty Auntie
UD Vice Lipstick Nighthawk
Skindinavia Setting Spray (usually I use this, but actually included for this week's pic, because it's THE BEST)
Nars Bronzer Casino
LYS Beauty Lash Confidence Curling & Lengthening Clean Mascara InfluentialGWP
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Mini Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara Cuz I'm BlackGWP
Hourglass Unlocked Instant Extensions Lengthening Mascara
Marc Jacobs luminizer in Gilty
Hindash Heroline
Fenty Sunstalk'r Face + Eye palette *
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick Sinamonmini
#Valentino Liquirosso 2 in 1 Soft Matte Liquid Lipstick & Blush 302R Pink Is Punk GWP
Nars Blush in Behave & Luster
UD primer in Caffeine*
Supergoop! 100% Mineral (Re)setting Powder Face Sunscreen SPF 35 Medium*
Lancôme L'Absolu Rouge Intimatte Buildable Soft Matte Lipstick 450 Surprise Surprise
Also included fragrance:
World of Chris Collins Lost in Paradise Eau de Parfum Travel Spray 0.34 oz / 10 ml eau de parfum spr...( I have the 7.& ML)
World of Chris Collins Long Kiss Goodnight Eau de Parfum Travel Spray 0.3 oz/ 7.5 mL
Everything with an * is a absolute worker, top of the top, employee of the month 😂 type product, def GOATs. Fire opal for meh on its own, meh, but as a topper for eyes, lips and face, it's boss. Should add it to the Day To Evening Makeup 💄✨️ thread.
@peculiarzmakeupalso knows the power of Groundwerk 😉Contour ✅ Brow Pomade ✅ Eyeshadow ✅ Lip liner ✅. The only thing. It that doesn't perform well for me are liner and lip color, but that doesn't mean it wouldn't work for others. Brush types are really key here, I actually used a few concealer brushes for application of the putty as shadows and pointed, fine tip liner pencils from elf and Anastasia Beverly Hills Tapered Lip and Liner Brush #3 and Anastasia Beverly Hills Dual-Ended Filling and Detailing Eyebrow Brush #14
The Sunstalk'r palette... They should've made this permanent. I balked at this at first, but it's a great warm/neutral for medium olive folks. I got really nice contoured eye looks out of it, plus I used Bakin cakez to blend/diffuse the
crease color.
This was a fun week. I keep recycling products from previous weeks into a current week for ease, but then new stuff gets added. I feel like a lot of my makeup gets used, even though I don't use every item each week. They just kind of rotate themselves around 🤷🏽♀️
I actually spent week 35 just playing a lot with lip colors combos with the Battle of Browns.
Oh yeah, the fit
Fenty CLF, she was the only one for the job..
She did her best