Capsule Makeup Collection Challenge

[itsfi]

Hello, BIC Beauties! If the idea of makeup capsules piques your curiosity, or you're interested in seeing what's in the beauty collection or weekly makeup bag of your fellow BIC beauties, jump right on in - with questions, comments or a capsule of your own to share.

To add a fun take on putting together a makeup capsule, I've included theme(s) for the weekly capsule - some weeks, I have enough products in my stash (eek!) to make a whole capsule based on the prompt; other weeks, I have just one or two items that fit neatly within theme.

Whether you find yourself in the same place or somewhere in between, jump right on it and share your weekly makeup capsule. Check out the FAQ section below ⤵️ for more info on this challenge.

CURRENT MAKEUP CAPSULE THEME:   

Week 41 (October 7 - 13) - The "Dynamic Duos (or Trios)" Makeup Capsule and/or The "Products with Interesting / Attention-Grabbing Names" Makeup Capsule -  Are there certain combinations of products that are just so exceptionally well suited for you, be it a go-to lip liner and lipstick pairing, or a smokey eye and red lip combination that slays, or a blush and highlighter mix that makes your cheeks pop? Curate a capsule with two or more products that fit better together, or if you have a set of products that just work seamlessly, please share your all-star beauty combinations. 

OR, 

Put together a capsule with one or more products bearing interesting or attention-grabbing names. I'll leave it to you to define what falls within the definition of "interesting" 🤤 or "attention-grabbing". 😮

Upcoming Makeup Capsule Themes: [Updated 10.6.2024] Take a sneak peek at the weekly themes to come.

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Week 42 (October 14 - 20) - The "Makeup I'm Thankful For" Makeup Capsule and/or The Do Over / Take 2 Makeup Capsule - To celebrate Canadian Thanksgiving (October 14) with our Canadian BIC beauties 🇨🇦, let's curate a capsule this week of products you are thankful for, be it: 

• because it was gifted to you by a friend, family or brand
• because it's a HG or a tried-and-true product you can't be without
• because it holds sentimental or nostalgic value to you
• or, just because

OR, use the week to repeat or "do over" a past makeup capsule or capsule theme. Consider posting your "Do over" / "Take 2" 🎬 look on the Makeup Challenge of the Week 2021/2022/2023/2024 thread. 😍


⏭  Additional October themes can be found here - October 2024 Makeup Capsule Themes

Previous Makeup Capsule Themes: [Updated 10.6.2024]

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1 - The First (of the Year) Makeup Capsule

2 - The Quick & Easy Winter Edition Makeup Capsule

3 - The $20 USD ($27 CAD) & Under Makeup Capsule

4 - The "On the Go!" Makeup Capsule

5 - The Best of January 2024 Makeup Capsule

6 - The Black Owned / Founded Beauty Brand Makeup Capsule

7 - The Lunar New Year - Year of the Dragon Makeup Capsule and/or The "Things I Love" Makeup Capsule

8 - The "BIC Inspired" Makeup Capsule

9 - The Best of February 2024 Makeup Capsule and/or The "On The Chopping Block" Makeup Capsule 

10 - The International Woman Owned / Founded Beauty Brand Makeup Capsule

11 - The "One Brand" or "All The Brands" Makeup Capsule 

12 - The "Springing Forward" Makeup Capsule and/or The Pops of Color Makeup Capsule 

13 -  The Fast & Furious / Quick & Easy Makeup Capsule and/or The March 2024 "On Top" or "On The Chopping Block" Makeup Capsule 

14 - The "Do Over" or "Take 2" Makeup Capsule

15 - The Makeup-Artist-Founded Brand Makeup Capsule and/or The Sephora Spring Savings Makeup Capsule

16 - The BIC Inspired (Summer Edition) Makeup Capsule and/or The Sephora Spring Savings Makeup Capsule

17 - The "Green" Makeup Capsule and/or The Sephora Spring Savings Makeup Capsule

18 - The  April 2024 "On Top" or "On The Chopping Block" Makeup Capsule and/or The "More Play Time With My Sephora Savings Event Hauls" Makeup Capsule

19 - The AAPI Owned / Founded Beauty Brand Makeup Capsule

20 - The "Sleeping Beauties" Makeup Capsule and/or The "OMG, More Stuff From the Sephora Spring Savings" Makeup Capsule

21 - The "My Best Self" Makeup Capsule
22 - The  May 2024 "On Top", "On The Chopping Block" or "On Repeat" Makeup Capsule
23 - The Love Is Love Makeup Capsule
24 - The Repurposed Makeup Capsule and/or The Multi-tasking Makeup Capsule
25 - The "Welcome, Summer!" Makeup Capsule and/or The "Good Stuff" Makeup Capsule
26 - The June 2024 "On Top", "On the Chopping Block" and/or "On Repeat" Makeup Capsule
27 - The Indie Brands Makeup Capsule and/or The Summer Vacation Makeup Capsule
28 - The "If I Were To Curate My Ultimate Makeup Capsule" Makeup Capsule (aka The "These are My Favorite Products" Makeup Capsule) 
29 - The Sticks and (Gem)Stones Makeup Capsule and/or The Pops of Colour: Summer Edition Makeup Capsule
30 - The BIC Inspired Summer Edition Makeup Capsule and/or The Pan It! Makeup Capsule
31 - The July 2024 New, Old, or "Is It Time For This To Go?" Makeup Capsule
32 - The Take 2 / Do Over Makeup Capsule and/or The "Sleeping Beauties" Makeup Capsule 
33 - The Day-to-Night (or Date Night): Summer Edition Makeup Capsule and/or The "Outside My Comfort Zone" Makeup Capsule
34 - The Samples Makeup Capsule and/or The Newness Makeup Capsule 
35 - The August 2024 Throw Down!, Throwback, and/or Throw Out? Makeup Capsule 
36 - The Workhorses Makeup Capsule
37 - The Runway or Red Carpet Inspired Makeup Capsule and/or The "BIC Inspired" Makeup Capsule 
38 - The LatinX Founded / Owned Beauty Brands Makeup Capsule
39 - The September 2024 Throw Down!, Throwback, and/or Throw Out? Makeup Capsule and/or The Brands at SEPHORiA Makeup Capsule
40 - The "Pop of Colour": Fall Edit Makeup Capsule and/or The Musician Founded or Owned Beauty Brands Makeup Capsule

FAQs: [Updated 4.28.2024]

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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. 

[Mellmars1185]

I did a look today inspired by this capsule. I wanted to test some of the items out before I wear them out.

This was my first time using Hourglass Unlocked Instant Extensions Lengthening Mascara . I like it. Applying it is going to be a learning curve for me. I am used to the Tower 28 mascara and wand. Any tips are welcome!

[CynthieLu]

I want you hear how others use this one too @Mellmars1185 

For me  (trying to get length 😉) I use a gentle zig zag movement upwards pulling through to evenly coat my lashes right to the ends.

 I do the top, than the bottom, than back up to the top for my second coat.

I don't want it super dried out for the second layer. And I find it dries down enough *without actually being dry* while I do my bottom lash. For my second go at the top lashes, I gently zig zag up over then again pulling through gently on the ends of my lashes.  

I like a gentle zig zag, for me it separates them when I'm working slowly, helps prevent clumps, and just gives me a better result.

[Mellmars1185]

@CynthieLu Thanks for sharing your technique. I am going to try the gentle zig zag technique. I think I may have been too careless when zigzaging and my lashes dried quicker than I am used to if that makes sense. I think I need to be more mindful when applying.

[peculiarzmakeup]

@Mellmars1185  Absolutley beautiful items and color schemas love this ♥️

[Mellmars1185]

@peculiarzmakeup Thank you!! I love this challenge because I get to use so many items in my stash.

[peculiarzmakeup]

it’s so fun! I gotta hop on this challenge! @Mellmars1185 

[itsfi]

Join us @peculiarzmakeup! It’s fun to see what everyone curates for the prompts - be it one product or the entire makeup look. And to hear everyone’s thoughts on their product choices at the end of the week! 

[itsfi]

Your red and gold theme and Rare Beauty Love are so fitting for this week @Mellmars1185! I’m curious, which 5 foundations do you have open currently?

[Mellmars1185]

@itsfi Thank you! I have the following Foundations opened:

HAUS LABS BY LADY GAGA Triclone Skin Tech Medium Coverage Foundation with Fermented Arnica 200 Light... 

LYS Beauty Triple Fix Serum Foundation MN3 

Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Perfect Glow Flawless Oil-Free Foundation 3.5 (almost done)

Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Eaze Drop Stick Blur + Smooth Tint Stick Foundation 7 

Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Eaze Drop Stick Blur + Smooth Tint Stick Foundation 9 

[itsfi]

@Mellmars1185, Armani LSF is a 🐐 product for me. I’ve had a bottle in my collection for over a decade - foundations rotate in and out of my stash, but there’s always been a bottle of the Luminous Silk Foundation. Do you think you’ll pick up another bottle when you’ve finished with it or try something new?

[Mellmars1185]

@itsfiYes! It is a great one. I can see why it is a G.O.A.T for you.This was surprisingly my first bottle, so it would not qualify for me ☺️. I forget what inspired me to get it. I will be repurchasing it for sure. I will probably wait until the sale to pick it up since I have the opened ones to work through. I like trying new Foundations. That is exactly how I discovered this one. Tbh, there are not too many that I repurchase because I am always moving on to the next new thing. So that says a lot about the Armani LSF

[itsfi]

You can call it a GOAT 🐐 product @Mellmars1185. I just put a requirement on myself to have gone thru 2 of an item so that  GOAT designation isn’t a fluke. 

[CynthieLu]

You picked out really fitting items for this week's theme @Mellmars1185 👌❤️ beautiful choices here!

[Mellmars1185]

@CynthieLu Thank you. I purchased two Nars Lunar new year items (breaking my no/low buy). Maybe they will arrive in time and I can add them to this week's lineup.

[CynthieLu]

Oooh I hope they arrive home to you soon, I bet they are beautiful. 🤩 They would really fit in with everything you've laid out here. 😉

Awww no/Iow buys are soooo hard! Especially when fun things keep getting released. 

I splurged a lot recently so I'm holding off on all the fun LNY items. It's a challenge 🥹

[Mellmars1185]

Recap of week 6

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Fenty Eaze Drop'Lit in Honey Citrine - This creates a soft warm glow and make-up lays nicely on top. Will keep this in my stash but not sure about repurchases anytime soon as I have other products similar I need to work through. I got this in a sub box.
LYS Beauty Mini Higher Standard Deluxe Cream Blush Trio in higher standard - Beautiful shade with staying power. These cream shadows are becoming one of my favourites.
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Eaze Drop Stick Blur + Smooth Tint Stick Foundation 7 - Fantastic product. It applies like butter and gives a hydrated look. Make up layers well underneath and on top. I have other foundations to try but would consider repurchasing for travel.
PAT McGRATH LABS BlitzTrance™ Lipstick mini - this one smells a bit old but applied beautifully. It  has a bit of a sparkle to it. I am going to hang onto this one a bit longer.
Ami Cole Lip Treatment Oil in Reflection - I didn't end up using it this week but hanging on to it as I have used it in the past and it feels nic on the lips. I know I won't be able to get this on the Sephora Canada site either.
LYS Beauty Triple Fix Serum Foundation MN3 - LOVED this formula. The shade was a perfect match for me and I applied this with a brush and wet Beauty blender. I liked how it turned out with the wet beauty blender. This is a lightweight formula. I am used to more coverage and matte formulas but this one was so nice! Right now I have 5 Foundation open...eek
Danessa Myricks Beauty Groundwork: Defining Neutrals - Palette For Eyes, Brows, Face & Lips - Wonderful palette for creating a base to any eyeshadow look. Hardly any fallout. I wad happy to get some use out of it.
Danessa Myricks Beauty Lightwork V: I Am Palette For Eyes And Face - so special. I dont reach for this as much as I should because I tend to stick to neutral looks. This palette can be used to create more bold looks or just add a subtle was of shimmer. I feel lucky to have been able to get my hands on this.
#LYS Beauty Speak Love Moisture Matte Lipstick Moody great long lasting formula. I have realized I have a similar shade which is Too Faced Cocoa Bold Cream Lipstick Chocolate Chip 
Fashion Fair Iconic Lip Shaper Liner Truly Truffle - Nice pencil formula. I like a good pencil liner
***EDIT*** i just realized that Danessa Myricks Beauty Lightwork V: I Am Palette For Eyes And Face  is not pictured here. 
I actually took a photo of the Pat McGrath Artistry Palette. I didn't use it this week. Oops!

[missjeanie]

@Mellmars1185 I don't need another foundation ... I can assure you I have more than 5 open... but the way you describe the LYS.... I'll have to try to get a sample soon to try it out.  It sounds goregous!

[Mellmars1185]

@missjeanie I feel like it is a good formula for my oliy skin in the winter months. I wish I opened it earlier. However, if it were not for this challenge I am not sure when I would have opened it.

[CynthieLu]

Way to go using the palettes this week, I know you said you wanted to get more use out of Groundwork and seeing the I Am Palette get used, is a treat. I feel like all looks with that one are just so special. 😉✨ @Mellmars1185 

[Mellmars1185]

@CynthieLu Thank you! I think the more I use it, the more comfortable I will be including it in different looks more often.

[itsfi]

Week 7 - The Lunar New Year - Year of the Dragon Makeup Capsule and/or The "Things I Love" Makeup Capsule

I don't have enough LNY makeup to do a full face so this week's capsule will combine both themes and include some products from last week's prompt that I would like to use more, together with a couple of items I'm working on as part of the Pan It! - 2024 Challenge.

Primer (Face):	From last week's capsule, Danessa Myricks Beauty Yummy Skin Glow Serum with Hyaluronic Acid & Niacinamide Main Squeeze
Foundation:	Tower 28 Beauty SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Foundation, a Top Shelf product and a 🐐 (This is a GOAT, Greatest Of All Time product for me)
Concealer:	Tower 28 Beauty Swipe All-Over Hydrating Serum Concealer (not pictured)
Concealer (under eye):	Fenty Beauty by Rihanna We're Even Hydrating Longwear Waterproof Concealer (from last week's capsule)
Primer (Eye):	PAT McGRATH LABS IntensifEYES™ Longwear Eyeshadow Primer IntensifEYES™ Longwear Primary (from last week's capsule)
Blush:	Tower 28 Beauty x Kung Fu Panda BeachPlease Cream Blush in shade Dumpling Hour (Limited Edition (LE)) - I can't tag this as it's not available anymore (will use for cheeks & lips, but mostly cheeks)
Eyeshadow:	Natasha Denona Biba All Neutral Eyeshadow Palette Full Size Biba Neutral Eyeshadow Palette (part of the Pan It! Challenge)
Mascara:	Rotate between Lancôme Monsieur Big Waterproof Mascara 01 Waterproof Big is The New Black (a Top Shelf and 🐐 product for me) and Hourglass Unlocked Instant Extensions Lengthening Mascara (gratis)
Lips:	Westman Atelier Lip Suede Lipstick Palette Les Nudes (part of the Pan It! Challenge) Tower 28 Beauty x Kung Fu Panda ShineOn Lip Jelly in shade Magic (LE)
Setting Spray:	Gucci Brume de Beauté Beauty Mist 2.7 oz / 80 mL (not pictured), another Top Shelf product
Bag:	Jewelry pouch converted into a mini makeup bag. It won't hold all the products I use for a full face, but it should fit all the go-to's for my everyday look this week.

These items together would make a full face of makeup for me, which I'll probably do about twice, maybe three times, this week. I'll pare this down to about half a dozen products for my everyday look, which will include the two limited edition Tower 28 x Kung Fu Panda products that are part of The Lunar New Year Year of the Dragon Theme. 

What beauties are in your makeup capsule for this week?