How to look gorg when you’ve been crying

[@AlexandraAnele]

This is just one of those videos that everyone needs girl.

[@marisaperez3882]

Girl stop, I love you 😩

[@Geo.Naamaa4]

Just in time 👌🏻

[@HowdyHowdy_]

As an Overly Emotional Gay™ I am also jumping on this train 😆

[@staceypower4327]

Hope you’re doing okay Alex. I appreciate you. Your presence and your content helps me through my own sh!t. Sending you all the love ❤️

[@00Bia07]

This tip about mixing the corrector with a thick/darker concealer… it’s the only thing that got rid of my dark under eye circles (without me needing to buy more stuff, just Nars corrector and concealer on top). Thank you so much

[@saxowitch]

I never comment, but this has been one of my absolute worst summers and this was so helpful Alex, thank you so much. Big hugs for whatever you're crying about on your end. Fucking life, dude. Actually hugs to anyone reading this, bc you're probably here for a reason. ❤

[@alphabookworm]

Hugs back. ❤

[@littlemisssunshine5305]

Worst summer here too ❤ sending love

[@3396kj]

Same. Hugs to everyone ❤️

[@RespectedProfessional]

Same here. Grieving a loss. The season is almost over. I wish you well ❤❤

[@redthunder7118]

Xo all

[@no-rq8dh]

And y’all remember to do your skincare AFTER you’re done crying! Otherwise you’ll end up with streaks down your cheeks where the foundation didn’t properly stick and you’ll get really frustrated and start crying again🥴👍

[@AlexandraAnele]

True 😂

[@marshawilliamson8602]

I lost my precious dad unexpectedly a week ago and I’ve been crying every day since. Thank you, Alex, for giving me a way to focus on caring for myself during intense grief. 🌸

[@sallyjordan4869]

I’m so sorry! I lost my father 15 years ago, and I still miss him a ton. But the grief does, gradually, get less piercing. I wish you well, Internet stranger. 💙

[@RespectedProfessional]

Grief is exhausting. Please rest and refuel. Lots of 💕

[@anniefromq]

I’m so sorry…I wish you well and huge hug ❤️🙏🏼

[@bve77-w6i]

I'm so sorry for your loss. Lost my mom 4 weeks ago and feel your pain

[@candyce6233]

I’m sorry for your loss. Sometimes all we can do to keep it together when it’s chaos is doing our makeup. But also there will be times when we have to give ourselves those times to just cry.

[@dc_rocker]

Makeup is meant to make us feel good, and it can be SO frustrating to try to feel better when you're puffy and sad and your skin won't cooperate. This video is going to come in clutch when I need a boost most 😗

[@AlexandraAnele]

🩵

[@perrenoudcaroline525]

❤❤

[@isabellahunt7319]

The chronic illness community thanks you❤️

[@alicepirola7077]

Yaaaas😢

[@chaotic_crafter]

🙌

[@cjradenbaugh]

Yes!

[@lucygresham3012]

Amen to this!x

[@robinb1317]

Yes!

[@CaptainSpunky]

My dad just died. I needed this. Thank you ❤

[@AlexandraAnele]

I’m so so sorry love 😔 I can’t even imagine how you’re feeling right now. Sending all my love ❤️❤️❤️

[@CaptainSpunky]

@@AlexandraAnele thank you, that means a lot to me ❤

[@catherinelynnfraser2001]

My condolences 🕊️

[@natashapapathanasiou4482]

A BIG hug to whoever needs it rn!!! ❤❤❤

[@selena0755]

I need it I’ve been very unhappy with my life rn

[@natashapapathanasiou4482]

@@selena0755🤗

[@dagnolia6004]

@@selena0755 a special anonymous hug just for YOU!

[@karenbrower9952]

I recommend cold packs if your eyes are swollen. A bag of frozen peas for five minutes works wonders. And you can still eat the peas!

[@happyvalentino]

Going through a breakup, decided to listen to my sad girl autumn playlist at 12am, cue the cry, my kitten was worried about me. Anyway next day, eyes were PUFFED i mean holy hell i thought i got stung by a bee. My savior? The hanskin eye serum i had bought for my dad - he never uses it - bam, literally 2 mins and my eyes were back to normal. This is the makeup i did as well, feel better babes, im happy someone else is sharing this ❤❤❤

[@JustFaving]

lmao I was just about to say the same thing!

[@m.e.5]

I’m glad you’re expressing! Sending you love ❤

[@kirstenglae]

You know it’s bad when your phone face recognition continuously denies you access.

[@lr8607]

You are such an original and I mean that in the best way. Beauty, self-deprecating humor, tips & techniques dispensed like no one else, and fearless closeups -- you're the best. Hope this helps.

[@nayslayer2563]

We had to put our bunny down yesterday who we've had since 2009... timely video, Alex! ❤

[@AlexandraAnele]

😞 I’m so sorry love ❤️

[@nayslayer2563]

@@AlexandraAnele Thank you. He was a character. Lord Reginald. 🐰

[@AlexandraAnele]

LORD REGINALD 😭😭😭

[@GunnerTheStylist]

I'm so sorry for your loss.

[@RealElongatedMuskrat]

since 2009!?! What a distinguished elderly gentleman he must've been! I'm so sorry for your loss. RIP big Reggie boy 🙏

[@ifnotnowifnotus]

I hope you're doing better Alex🧡

[@tri-angel]

This literally came out at the perfect time omg😭

[@shikiixTheYoungWidow]

Hugs for you~❤💜💚

[@pragyasingh2297]

ok this tutorial is a solution to THE most relatable issue omg. Like sometimes just throwing on some waterproof mascara doesn't cut it and you still wanna look and feel fierce even when you're sad

[@anali64]

I lost my dog on friday… she’d been with me for 13 years, ever since I was 11. I’ve been crying a lot and then you upload this video. Thank you! I’ll really need this tomorrow… Hope you and I feel better soon 🙂

[@RespectedProfessional]

We lost our pup on the 13th. I feel you. We’ll get through this. Hope videos and pics of your little girl bring you joy, even through the grief ❤❤

[@ALT-vz3jn]

Awwwww I’m so, so sorry about your sweet doggo. I’m sure she’s having fun playing with all the other dogs across the Rainbow bridge. I’ll tell my dog to look out for her ❤ it takes a long time to get over losing a beloved pet, please be gentle with yourself. Hugs.

[@anniefromq]

I’m so sorry…sending you a hug. ❤

[@13Omood]

Oh my gosh girl thanks for releasing this now bc I have to go to work and i was sobbing all night 😢😢

[@sallyjordan4869]

Awww! I hope things are a little better now.

[@brihadley9271]

Girl, this is right on time. Woke up yesterday with eye bags, post cry sesh, that I didn’t even know I could get. 😂 #divorcesucks Took some ibuprofen and it really helped with eyelid inflammation. Edited to add that movement and a walk will also help with any fluid buildup!

[@baileydubs]

I went through a divorce 3 years ago and #divorcesucks for sure. You will get through this I promise! ❤❤❤

[@ALT-vz3jn]

Oh gosh I’m so sorry hun 😢 I hope things go pretty smoothly for you all things considered. I divorced my cheating ex-husband 20 years ago this year; even though I had left him because he was cheating it was still a tough thing to go through. Now I’ve been married to my soul mate for 7 years, I’m so glad I got rid of the crappy husband so the good one could enter my life. A little divorce humor 😅 sending hugs, this too shall pass trust me. ❤

[@deborahshaw9077]

You and I are in different demographics, and I’m sure I’m not your target audience (I’m old lol). I have fought dark circles my whole life and I have yellowish skin. I love your videos!! Thank you for always being respectful of people who can’t afford the high end products. I will purchase more expensive from time to time, but try to stick with the drugstore products. You never make me feel like I have to buy high end to look nice.

[@americanviking9384]

This is real life shit right here. Thank for keeping it real Alex. I hope you're feeling better. I love your guts ✌️🤎

[@LauraLVTGW]

You make my day, every time you post. I appreciate your knowledge, talent and expertise. Thank you for sharing. Your personality, humor and sincerity make me happy. Thank you for being you! Many blessings💖💖💖

[@nancysoares6345]

I was really sad that you had been crying . Hope everything is ok ? Again your makeup is perfect . You are the queen of applying makeup 💜

[@Jerichojet]

What a dramatic exit from Boo! ❤ great look and tips

[@alicepirola7077]

Thanks for doing this! I sprained my back and have been in extreme pain & crying for 3 days. Very helpful techniques. Hope you are feeling better today. As always, you are the Queen! ❤

[@NamasteSammie]

I have some chronic medical conditions that I struggle with on a daily. No one would ever know I'm struggling on the outisde because of the time I take to pull myself together and the makeup tips I've learned to make myself not look dead lol if I feel like shit, I just use more glitter and bronzer✨️

[@reinaet]

Thank you for this! My 6 month old and I are quarantining with covid right now so there have been lots of tears. Thank you for brightening up my day. ❤

[@damndanim]

Hope you recover well! Poor you and your baby 🥲

[@JillKnapp]

I hope you both are feeling better soon. 'Vid is noooo fun at all.

[@ALT-vz3jn]

Awwww I’m so sorry mama and baby ❤😞 husband and I had Covid a couple of weeks ago, it sucked. I hope you were able to get the Paxlovid for yourself, it helped us a lot. It’s so hard to rest when you have a sick baby.

[@mozav9]

Omg those eye contour sticks are what I've been looking for!! Thanks for introducing me

[@3396kj]

Perfect timing. I’ve been crying constantly this summer thanks to the guy that broke my heart 🥲 come thru Alex! Lol

[@heyhay100]

Love, love your artistry! I never write comments, but was so inspired by this crying/feeling blah video. Super helpful. Another idea for you: how to approach some kind of make-up when sweating is involved (hot/humid weather, perimenopause, anxiety, etc.)

[@kathrynphillips9344]

Hope you are feeling better. Thanks for showing your cat. She got some air time but I think she got stage fright! Lol

[@valerieinto]

I feel like this is gonna be one that people keep coming back to and more people will keep discovering bc realness. Thanks for taking advantage of a not-fun condition your face was in and using it to help more people than you'll ever know.

[@valerieinto]

ps I'd been hearing about concealer pencils related to kbeauty so thanks for bringing those in! What an idea!

[@somacarr7528]

Sorry you have been crying!❤️🤗❤️. The look is awesome, love the tips!

[@tyranosorus_bex]

nowadays the crappy days far outweigh the good days, so having looks like this in the tool kit are extra helpful 💕

[@barbarawright9123]

Thoughts? I think Beautiful! You always slay whatever makeup look you're going for.

[@lorriemccourt]

Love this ❤ I’m a crybaby so this is much appreciated. You are so kind, sweet and talented. Thank you for sharing with the world 🗺️

[@catherinelynnfraser2001]

This is more useful than it should be. I wish no bad days on everyone. Unfortunately we all get sick and we all have sad times ❤

[@lisawierzbicki4994]

Love, love, love the opal sparkle shadow in the corner just faded into a nice neutral brown for the lid/crease. Fab, girl.

[@RunningNotStopping]

Dude around 22 minutes you said think of it as a sphere with the shadows and I'm like wow .... That works for my brain! Thank u so much. Love ya baddie

[@Magicwithizz]

Right on time. I’ve been living in a bad environment for a few months and I’m losing my mind. I move out this week but I’ve been feeling very fragile and cry-prone

[@jackandlill]

I have a calico too!! I grew up with one & now I have my own...they are soo beautiful 😺😻❣

[@thevoiceinside249]

You're a genius! There are probably thousands of "beauty gurus",but you are the one who i'll always come back to,cz you " teach" than just reveiwing random products or random eye makeups - there's a few i seek but you are most defjnitely my fav one,with your chill voice and personality... I just want to say...I LOVE YOU....

[@firnheledien]

The simplicity and elegance of the eye and the fine tip on the light eyeliner is something i haven't seen before!

[@At327]

Saved this for a rainy day, my mom just died so Ill be going back to this video A LOT 😢

[@daniellegeissinger4573]

God bless you for this! Chronic eye water-er here, and this is life!

[@cocacherry9240]

love how we got long and short videos!!!!

[@susanshowersinger6793]

alex!! this is awesome🙏 a step by step explaining how and why for so many different aspects of dealing with the aftermath of crying or being sick was a brilliant idea and your execution is perfection! all the tips given with your “no-nonsense” charm-truly delightful. you teach without being patronizing 😊thank you for this!

[@BarbaraT.]

I'm only at the beginning of the video, but I want to say: what a genius, much needed concept for a tutorial video. Thank you!

[@infjness]

I love you, je t'aime, te quiero. there, i said it in all the languages i know. therapy is expensive, and you're here doing this for free. i love these "keeping it real" type of videos. also love your cat. hugs to you both

[@vihlemos]

Yeah girl, we all cry and we all are vulnerable sometimes. Thank you for taking the time to share this with us and help us go through shit 😂❤

[@sharlyt3557]

LOVE the sparkly purple with the brilliant blue top 🤩

[@Blawbin]

I just learned so much from this! I love how authentic you are, always. I needed these tips for the harder days. GAME CHANGER for me as a spoonie! You’re amazing and your company helped me feel calm after a difficult day. Thank you! XOXOXO

[@audreyso1201]

Thank you Alexandra for this super interesting video, it will come in handy when I have just cried or been sick.....The make-up is very pretty. Good day to you😪😪😪😪

[@idalynnlove]

The cat at the begening 😭😭 Love the look btw ❤

[@AlexandraAnele]

😂 She just THREW herself

[@idalynnlove]

@@AlexandraAnele mine does that too, cats being cats

[@chrishirecat]

Thanks Alex. Been going through heartbreak. Really needed this. Spend most of my days crying these days lol

[@kelliewellsart]

Perfect video after a week of crying and now needing to go out in the world 😮 Thankyou Alex brilliant as always ❤❤❤❤

[@Krise343]

My thought is that you are unfairly, absolutely gorgeous. Grateful for this tutorial.

[@valentinajakusic2511]

Thank you for this ... i hope you feeling better ❤

[@lmikos6124]

Oh my goodness. When i cry, my eyes get so swollen i can't open them. I just call out of work or school when they get crazy. Its awful haha. : ( I hope you're doing okay, alex. You're awesome.

[@marybird5940]

The sinus infection that refuses to let go, huh? I’m sure Boo is helping like all torties, they’re so calm and not at all insane 🙄 Beauriful look!

[@carolclarke5839]

This ended up looking so pretty! and love the added addition of Kitty Cat Xxx🥰

[@Hazelmaediaz1375]

I'm on my way out of a bad relationship and it hurts but he hurts me more. Lately everything brings me to tears but I've gotta be smart about this and go. ❤ Alex you're beautiful

[@jeanetteprice6277]

Thanks for this. The heat and allergens have been blowing up my whole head. These are good tips.

[@КатеринаКауэр]

Omg, i found this video literally after i was crying in cafe, the in the supermarket and on the street. Thank you ❤❤❤

[@tamberjune]

I kinda did this look yesterday cause I was going to see my parents for lunch and they worry. Like, yeah. I hydrated, concealed, and added more pink than usual to make my skin looking "normal" it was nice.

[@lamiaferdousy3355]

watching your old videos as you’ve taken a break ❤ I hope you’re enjoying your time ❤

[@paula-zzz]

your skin looks GREAAAAAT

[@kagitsune]

Hannah Louise Poston also has tutorials for two very cute, naturalistic ways of approaching this: one for when you want to lean into the blah (and make it cute), and one where you have to look polished and put together, despite feeling like shit. It’s amazing how changing one’s outer appearance can help you feel a bit better, too. ❤

[@carryledwards]

You look beautiful! I really love the shimmer shadow you used, it's gorgeous.

[@MiladyMarie]

Youre a genius

[@GhosstRyder]

I definitely need this once in a while. I LOVE this delicate pretty look. ❤️❤️❤️😘😘

[@kaylafitz2147]

I'm a little late watching this.. But this video I really needed, iv been suffering with my anxiety an crying a lot... Like a lot so thank you soo much for this video your just so calm and absolutely beautiful

[@stacym6076]

You look absolutely gorgeous. And I should take your suggestions about adding more warmth.

[@qtgurly9539]

one of my favorite looks you have done

[@andin916]

I have a chronic illness so no matter what I do, my makeup ends up messed up because of laying down, runny nose and eyes, etc. so I love videos like this…. I hate looking sickly but usually makeup is Kim dog a lost cause with me. New subscriber, enjoying your content! You’re funny 😆

[@jessicacarolanne006]

Thank you for this video! Now I know what to do next time I'm feelin bad lol I love this look! The purple sparkle Is a very nice touch 😊

[@rebekahcranwell6421]

I'm liking and commenting because I love you. Boo is beautiful!

[@DoingitwithGrace]

These are also great tips for us chronic illness warriors.

[@kaimberan6192]

So appropriate ✨ my all time greatest cat just passed yesterday. I haven't cried like this in years, and suspect it will continue when I least suspect it✨

[@sallyjordan4869]

I’m so sorry! It’s so heartbreaking to lose a beloved pet. Hugs to you.

[@kaimberan6192]

Thank you that's so kind of you ✨ 💔

[@annelabrie8837]

Yes! Moisturizing and prep is key. Thanks for always reminding us especially when we’re all torn up. I love you too!

[@kamikessel]

Thank you for this in-depth tutorial. I'm sorry to hear you have been crying and sick. hang in there.

[@ChristinePacinda]

OMG! This vidoe is sheer brilliance! Thank you so much for this, and I truly hope you're feeling betting.

[@vickytime3855]

This is also helpful for my puffy allergy eyes. I hate them soooo much!! Beautiful, stunning, gorgeous as always Alex!! 💜🩵💚

[@marianneblackfeather5253]

Hi Alex. This is a great vlog because we see your BFA serve you well where you teach us about orbs and spheres and how light hits them (eyes). You are an asset to us all. ❤

[@paulettemckinley502]

Love love the bright eyeliner trick!❤️

[@jenniferrichardson8474]

Another great tip for reducing undereye puffiness is to apply a small amount of Preparation H to the area. I know it sounds weird, but many top models have sworn by this trick for decades. In fact many of them keep a tube of it in their purse or make up bag for reducing puffiness before a shoot or runway show.

[@georgiamlx]

Would love to see a water vs. silicone makeup video 🫶🏼💗

[@susanmyers7313]

That color of blue looks stunning on you

[@terikirwanthomas6223]

Hope you're feeling better 🤗 The makeup looks beautiful! It's so important as a step to help you feel better when you've been upset and/or ill. It's therapeutic in itself! It also gives you something else practical to focus on ❤

[@ernturnstheburn]

I indeed, know 'the deal' but we detail oriented makeup fans love your specificity ☺ hope your depression med journey resolves soon🤗

[@nelliemayfair]

This video came at the right time, thank you 💜 the final looked was really nice. And Boo is so cute 😭

[@chrisgreek4285]

Thank you so much Alexandra! I have been ill for a few months now, and I am going to visit two of my children and their families in a couple of weeks. My skin is something that I don’t know what to do with it, and my face is swollen from one of the medications, so I don’t even recognize myself in the mirror. These tips will be really helpful to help avoid those dreaded pitiful looks from the fam. I’m not even reaching for fabulous…. I’m aiming for non-traumatizing! LOL

[@MichelleWall13]

As I watch this, I can’t help but worry and feel for you. Sending you some of my best mental energy you way. Just in case💜

[@baileydubs]

This is great! Whenever I’ve been sick or crying, and I do my normal makeup, I look like a shitty ghost. All these tips are super helpful!!

[@shelleyvanwyk2874]

Sending Love from South Africa!! Alex your videos are so good and educational for make up .Thank you so much for this, I hope you're feeling better!

[@chioorochi]

Love you Alex, hope you recover from whatever is making you cry. Hugs 💖✨

[@deborahfurman3022]

Lymphatic drainage. This is awesome. Love the multi tasking. I add frozen eye roller to really make that s##t go way. Paint away!❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@madeleinepugmire-hinmon5489]

coming back to this today as needed, thank u alex 😭

[@jabranneibtissam256]

You look Gorgeous Alex, and I love your videos. I cry a lot too so this is a extremely helpful and useful video. Sending you love from Canada ❤

[@bettylehmann2351]

Hope you feel better soon .💖