Viral Makeup You Should Skip… Try This Makeup Instead

Social media is known for helping makeup products go viral. Today, I’m here to share with you why you should skip these viral makeup products and try similar and better makeup options in my opinion. Most of these better makeup options are affordable in comparison to their counterparts. Let’s put this makeup to the test and see how each beauty product is compared one to one.
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Products Used/Mentioned:
*Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter: bit.ly/3cHCHWY
*e.l.f. Halo Glow: bit.ly/3KSk17I
*L’Oreal Lumi Glotion (fair): bit.ly/3Lu08FS
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation: bit.ly/3Y3ltZQ
Revlon ColorStay Oily/Combo: bit.ly/3JszTxy
L’Oreal Telescopic Lift Mascara: bit.ly/3Y5BQ8C
Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara: bit.ly/lash-senst
elf lash n’ roll mascara: bit.ly/3JOAYzX
*Dior Blush: bit.ly/3L4Fc6Z
*Too Faced Blurring Blush (Candy Clouds): bit.ly/3Mb7TAR
*Juvia’s Place Blush Duo (Volume 4): bit.ly/3Md8OB8
*Persona Cosmetics Cream Blush (bubble): bit.ly/3oQn3z5
*Affiliate link from RewardStyle.

[@teresawilliams1201]

Yes! We need more of these. But let’s be real you are beautiful on both sides ♥️. I’d love to see you do makeup on an older woman if you have anyone that could model for you! Trust your opinions so much.

[@gabrielafonseca4034]

The Loreal powder foundation solved my makeup problem. Everything melted down during my commute to work. Now I leave the house with just skin care and SPF , as soon as I get to work apply my Loreal powder foundation and I'm st for the day

[@dudemorris7769]

Never had this problem with IL Makiage. I didn’t exactly care for it in the beginning but decided to try it for 30 days with the flawless under eye. Your color is definitely too light for your skin to begin with for IL Makiage. I got so many compliments on my skin, going out every single day, every weekend in outdoor sunshine, with multiple events on each week day. It does last all day, does sit in wrinkles or crease in my crows feet & leaves my skin very soft & moisturized afterwards. It still is not my favorite as I don’t use any foundation normally. I prefer spackle & then a tinted moisturizer on my 55 year old skin.

[@HeyFinley]

I like this video style so much more than the other the dupe videos floating around. You gave some different recommendations than the dupes people use in every video. Thank you!😊

[@Milabuco]

So happy to help! ❤️

[@marielle7505]

Wow! I thought the Dior blush looked nice, but then you put on the Too Faced blush! What a difference! And I was also very surprised at how drastically different the mascaras looked.

[@moltengirl6797]

Great video!!! I definitely think some influencers have gone overboard with recommending certain products that are mediocre at best. Thank you for this amazing video that speaks to common sense and better products!

[@elpy85175]

I bought the Dior blush way before it became trendy and it is the best blush I have ever used. I don't have to wear too much. It changes colour on it's own. I mean the shade after some minutes becomes like when you get your first kiss and your cheeks become so romantically pink and healthy. Maybe the one you got was faulty. I used to love Charlotte Tilbury's products. When she started they were beautiful. Really luxurious old fashioned makeup that made you look like a starlet. After some time she changed everything. She lost her originality. Her products just don't work. I still have some of her original makeup and I keep them like gold. One thing I never liked was the magic cream. To me it feels like Nivea which I don't like.

[@CAdogmom]

I agree I use the Dior blush on a daily basis! I thought the Dior blush looked great on her right away! She started talking about how it’s so lack luster yet it was super obvious and pretty on her! She has to go back into the too faced blush to get the amount of color she got in one application of Dior… can’t say I agree with most of this video but I guess to each their own

[@amandapickney588]

I thought the Dior blush was gorgeous as well!

[@lisafeldmann9863]

I did too. I think the "magic " of the Dior blush is that it is not super pigmented; that there is just that flush. The other side did show a line of blush where the Dior side did not.

[@michaelfahey1521]

ees we ex

[@reikun86]

@@CAdogmom She was also putting that Dior blush on top of foundation that didn't work for her, so I wonder if that skews the test?

[@yanelisoto1]

I loved this video. This should be a series “ Viral vs Better”

[@1015SaturdayNight]

I think using a huge fluffy brush is why you’re getting no payoff from the Dior blush. You used a smaller dense brush with the other one, maybe try it with the Dior next time.

[@katiejobell8834]

I don’t care for glowy products they look terrible on my textured oily skin , I tried the Halo glow and hated it and returned it

[@omomo202]

Yup. That CT Flawless Filter looks really bad on me after an hour! It sinks into all my pores!

[@wpeds2099]

I've been using revlon color stay for 20yrs my go to. I'm 49 and it still looks great on my skin.

[@mediocrebankai]

My goodness I was confused too when it got popular again and I remember it blowing up on here when I was in high school 10 years ago! Now to see its even farther back than that 😂😂😂

[@mllebuttercup]

Great video -- so helpful, authentic, not hyped. Solid content, as always.

[@carolegunfield9460]

I love the Dior blush!! I even got it in coral, it's so pretty and natural looking.

[@MargaritaHernandez-ok8yo]

that dior blush looks amazing on you

[@mediocrebankai]

I have been on all sides of the makeup consumer spectrum I think, non-influenced before beauty youtube existed, after and not able to afford high end, and then now able to afford whatever I want. In 2019 I cut my collection down from the alex drawers to an acrylic organizer on my desk. I would say currently its about 30% higher end and 70% drugstore still. I’ve tried ALOT, and what I’ve seen is that makeup at the end of the day is just so personal and it all depends on how specific you are with your products. Many times I’ve bought high end viral products and been very disappointed and saw that I already had something that I liked better. I stopped buying into the “best product ever to exist for the week” but still pick up things here and there that I know I will enjoy.

[@annabeltheduchessofdessert7700]

I like the Il Makiage makeup and concealer very much. Doesn’t irritate my skin and they did an amazingly good job of matching my skin tone. Pretty happy with it.

[@baileydubs]

The Maybelline one has been my go to for years. I mostly use tubing formulas on a daily basis but I always go back to this

[@CrocHudson]

Ngl that dior blush looks absolutely amazing on you. It's hard to put into words - it just seems to have something that the other blush (which is still very beautiful) lacks. As much as I hate the hype a $40 blush is getting, hand on heart, it looks phenomenal. I absolutely get where you're coming from but it is coming across just gorgeous on screen.

[@stressmuffin]

I appreciate with your take on what vital make-up is not worth my money, vs. make-up dupes or similar products that are cheaper (most of them) and better instead. I’m waiting to finish my L’Oréal Telescopic and Lash Paradise mascaras or 3 months after I opened them, to finally use that Elf mascara. I heard that that Elf Roller mascara is a better dupe of Benefit’s Roller Lash mascara. That L’Oréal powder foundation is fantastic!

[@angyt.2579]

The Elf mascara I just tried after seeing your recommendation and I thought it was awful!!! At the end of the day, it flaked and transferred all over my eyes! The Lash Sensational is excellent…I agree it is a beautiful mascara!

[@cherylpelletier3165]

I hated it, too and the brush was hideous

[@sofialerma9506]

Please can you do more videos like this one, love your videos ❤

[@lisafeldmann9863]

Would like to see a lip product comparison video in this same format. Loved your lip color at the end!

[@crazypsychnurse9493]

What was the cream bronzer she used?? Did she demonstrate the elf mascara?

[@magnolia31611]

The Maybelline mascara is by far, my favorite mascara I’ve ever tried. It doesn’t clump, or get flakey throughout the day. My lashes are volumized, but still look fluffy, and it stays put all day. I’m going to have to give some of the these other products a try, especially the blush. I’ve been in the market for a pretty blush. I hope they have some good shades for warmer undertones.

[@racingrachel]

I can never see a difference with mascaras on yt or IG. But WOW, this difference was PHENOMENAL 🤯

[@tweetyale15]

I just bought the Revlon colorstay foundation and I love it! It wears so good!

[@x-mess]

I’ve worn it for years! When I wanna thin it down or my skin is winter dry.. I put a little A&d (yes, baby butt cream lol) and set it with powder .. ❤

[@MrJohnSchmalz]

Where is this headband from??? I love it!! I need to know!!❤

[@vixxenreigns]

I keep trying to tell a friend of mine that just because it's an expensive product doesn't necessarily mean it is way better. I often use drugstore products because I can't afford high end/high dollar ones.

[@janellrenee984]

Great vid!! Also I HATE the IL Makiage foundation. They sent me a bad color and it was so heavy and dry. I wish ppl wouldn't buy it anymore

[@MicheleMaBelle67]

I’ve been wearing Revlon Colorstay for years. Great review!

[@mediocrebankai]

Right? Wasn’t it super popular when it came out too especially with eleventhgorgeous? Jeez I was in high school then 😂😂😂

[@brendapeabody1919]

I agree 100% about the Il Makiage foundation. Hated it.

[@carolinarodriguez5752]

I bought the Maybelline mascara when I saw your video a while back, and that has been my favorite ever since!!

[@LuvsSno]

Totally agree on the Telescopic mascara, so disappointed after seeing so much hype. I was just looking for something to wear under some of my favorite liquid foundations to give it a bit more glow.. I think the Lumi glotion will be perfect under my favorites!

[@lbkeay]

Nice! Cruelty free is a big thing with a lot of us. Seeing those products would be awesome!

[@liss441]

Love the new two faced blush too

[@melissagant6428]

I tried IL MAKIAGE and really loved the first bottle so I ordered another one and I just hate it. I don’t know if they changed the formula or what, but it sits on my skin terribly now. I will have to try the Revlon.

[@mandaholderness1599]

When you say the viral side looks bad...on camera it looks great the same as the other side!

[@carolfrancis6737]

I AGREE you on that IL MAKIAGE....I did not like it at all!! It was the wrong color & it was too thick. I have been using COLORSTAY for years. I need to get the new formula.

[@kool266]

I think the Dior blush looks beautiful

[@kapushthethird]

I have been using the IL MAKIAGE Foundation for a while. It is one of the best foundations. Maybe for skin of mature women... ;)

[@florindagonzalez5700]

Giiiiirrrrrrrl, I went and got the Maybelline mascara. And, it is ON POINT. My new favorite mascara. It gives me amazing length, and feels light and feathery, does NOT crumble. Thank you!!!!

[@Milabuco]

It's so good! So glad it works for you as well ❤️

[@tinasung3814]

Great review, but to be honest, both sides look similar in the video. Not sure if it's the lighting or resolution, but if you watch it back, I don't think you can really see 'patchiness' or 'pores' so I will have to take your word for it (which is good enough for me).

[@Kate-qq3ez]

Dior blush is by far the best one

[@colleeneliason498]

My go-to foundation is the Revlon Colorstay AND it has SPF, which is a huge plus. :)

[@mediocrebankai]

I don’t mean to rain on your parade but the spf is nearly nothing because of the way foundation is applied so thinly. There’s information about this, but basically you should use a sunscreen under your makeup if you want protection. I personally love korean sunscreens as they don’t have a cast or mess up my makeup and have different ones for your skin type. That foundation is great though.

[@colleeneliason498]

@@mediocrebankai the moisturizer I use has spf 30, so the foundation is just a minor boost to that. :)

[@mediocrebankai]

@@colleeneliason498 Oh great!

[@crystalrangel4329]

Thank you so much I live on fixed income but I also love make up thank you for the dupes.

[@fionaatkins]

I would have to disagree with your assessment of the Il Makiage foundation. I have found the Il Makiage foundation absolutely perfect for me. It feels light on my skin, very easy to apply and build on, and their online questionnaire enabled me to order the perfect match for my skin tone.

[@paolatorres3023]

Thank you for being so honest. I would love to see a new video for your hair accessories. The headband you are using is stunning 🤩

[@TheArchanan5458]

I really enjoyed your style of make-up reviews. Most others I have to turn off because they don't stay on point. You did. Thank-you.

[@Autumnfalls1972]

Love this brilliant I agree I wear the lash sensational it’s brilliant I’m have to try the too faced blush thkyou I also wear the Revlon foundation but the old bottle I’m yet to try the new one it’s flawless the old one hope I find the new formula just as good , please do more of these it’s so helpful thkyou

[@FlagPony]

I love the halo! 10 seconds in I’m subscribing!

[@CatsandNapz]

The revlon side looks more oxidated and orange though

[@aaamyyoung]

I agree with you about the L'Oréal mascara. The OG Telescopic mascara has been my Go-To for YEARSSSSSS. The new one is AWFUL. The wand is horrible. I couldn't even get past that to even try the new formula. Thanks for the suggestions on the other products because I will definitely be on a hunt for a new Go-To!

[@ImperialVitriol]

The OG Telescopic is my favorite as well, and I feel like it never gets mentioned anywhere. And Loreal's OG lash primer annihilates all other formulas I have used as well.

[@aaamyyoung]

@@ImperialVitriol Yes! I love their lash primer! And you are correct! I don't ever hear anyone talk about either!

[@amandapickney588]

I use a L’Oréal mascara right now it’s a white primer and then the mascara on top. It works beautifully but I would definitely like to try the maybelline!

[@RegisteredNurseL.A.]

I agree with the Il Makeage (sp?). I have it and it sucks. Tbh, I don’t see much of a difference on either side in this video

[@Aliciamarieover40]

I actually love the Dior blush

[@Carmensrt]

Agree on the Il Makiage. The two shades closest to my skin were both too yellow on my cool skin. Very disappointing.

[@denisehart-mosman]

L’Oreal Lumi Glotion plus True Match Tinted Serum has become my go to combo. Just stunning. I have no opinion on Il Makiage foundation, as I’ve never tried it, but I’m left wondering if your shade which appears way too light for you is contributing to its patchy appearance.

[@florindagonzalez5700]

The dior blush changes with time. I once got ready for work in the morning, thinking it was too light, so I applied more and more. By the time I got to work, I had extremely pigmented cheeks.

[@fossil1127]

I noted this too!!! Thought I was crazy 😅

[@talyaortiz8100]

Honeyy! and any1 looking for an affordable drugstore eyebrow try LA Girl Shady slim and Wet and Wild ultimate brow just as comparable to Anastasia and Patrick Ta, how has it not become viral is surprising

[@SMR88971]

Can you do same with SPF products. Thanks for your videos.

[@EowynVala]

You should compare elf's shadow sticks (rose gold is the OG) vs thrive or urban decays

[@leighmc773]

Great video, the better side looked soo much better! I really want to try that too faced blush 💗

[@thoffman2370]

Thank you for the review on Il Makiage! I ordered this after seeing ads on its ability to hide fine lines and wrinkles. Not worth the time and effort to return. I even tried to get a different color and it still didn’t look like it was promised.Was so disappointed that it didn’t work at all.

[@brittanyvinje-lg7mn]

same just awful foundation on my skin

[@kellywinn8011]

I agree with the telescope mascara, it was exactly as you described a bad brush and not good coverage. Complete waste of money.

[@amandagrant1709]

I’m enjoying your website and have purchased several products based on your reviews of the them and I’m super happy with the choices! Thank you!

[@ucsbgirlie18]

I love my IL Makiage foundation. Perfect color, beautiful application.

[@hiraimtiaz3514]

what are your toughts about the comparison of elf and L'Oreal lumi

[@Milabuco]

I prefer Lumi. Elf has more shades to chose from. But the formula from L’Oréal Lumi sits better on my skin 😊

[@kathydilorenzo9744]

Where can I purchase the foundation brush? Thanks for the video!

[@brandymeridith4307]

Love the maybelline mascara, but even the waterproof version smudges on me whereas the elf lash and roll doesn’t.

[@nicolejaid2889]

I love these kind of beauty videos!! Love you, Milana!❤

[@alisonebanks7588]

Just discovered your channel 🎉Totally agree with L’Oréal mascara review I was so excited to use it and it just made a big mess on my lashes 😢

[@CC-iv7uj]

Lancome Definicils mascara is amazing

[@evajawidzk2068]

Thank you for the other choices good to see you again. Hope you and your family are doing well

[@cindyspence6811]

for the lash sensational did u use the regular or waterproof for the video?

[@lisaande51]

I just found at Marshall's Japonesque blush No. 3, clearance for 3.00. Wow! It was so lovely. I went online and couldn't find it except on ebay for 79.99! What? Must be discontinued, but really beautiful. I tried their Velvet Touch powder which is also very nice.

[@Tanguay1]

I bought the Too Faced blush and returned it. The perfume scent was way to strong for me.

[@stephaniegarsow6220]

The Revlon Colorstay looks better because it's the right undertone. The other one is too light and looks all chalky on you

[@bonnieramirez4701]

The expensive foundation seems to light for your skin tone. So in my opinion it sets a bad comparison for other makeup

[@mk42997]

I'm curious about the new shade of Supergoop Glowscreen - it's more of a cool-toned pearl !

[@mandiwolfe6631]

No way! I didn't know they came out with a cool toned shade......I definitely need to go find it. Their regular one is so orange on me. Thank you for the heads up!

[@yvonnedulaney6292]

I agree with you on the Loreal Telescopic Lift mascara....I hated everything about it!

[@jackiemyers1196]

So glad i found you! Really enjoyed this video and will def look forward to more.

[@justbrandiee7998]

Love this video and the details! Also- did you perm your lashes? What’s your routine for that?

[@Chellebelle121]

Thank you! And girl, your eyes are freaking gorgeous!

[@hotamolly72]

I looove the ll Makiage foundation it just works well for me and im pretty fair. Ill try the dupe for sure!!

[@violetviolet888]

Excellent swatches. Thank you!

[@courtneyallison4955]

I LOVE the ILMakiage foundation.

[@heleddflower8082]

I'd love to try the L'oreal Lumi Glowtion but it's only available online in the UK and is nearly $40 (£29.50)!

[@user-ef7jt9dx2v]

Your videos are so good, and you are completely beautiful and adorable! Thank you for all that you’re doing!

[@bp4548]

I have loved hot pink blush for years!

[@jmlandeck]

Love this type of video! The L'oreal Lumi is a 15/10, love it SO much!!

[@Milabuco]

Soo good

[@LuvsSno]

I just started looking for something to wear under some of my liquid foundation to give it more glo, cuz I really love the coverage my Infallible gives me, and I think maybe the Glotion would work well under it?

[@jmlandeck]

@@LuvsSno That's how I use it - under my foundation! On days when I don't wear any makeup, I also mix it into my face sunscreen for a nice glow! There's a version that ELF makes too with a nice glass bottle and applicator, but the lightest shade is too dark for me. The lightest in the Glotion is SO nice!!

[@LuvsSno]

@@jmlandeck does the glow last pretty much all day?

[@jmlandeck]

@@LuvsSno It does for me! I use it with the Purito bb cream, NYX bare with me concealer, and I do not set my whole face. Just where I put blush and bronzer, prefer the extra glow!

[@AmyJost1976]

I just saw that loreal lumi true match so on so on (long name) last night at Target it was more than you found it for and I almost bought it, I'll go find it at a cheaper place now that you tried my exact shade!

[@mariac4311]

I so wanted to love the Il Makiage, but while the shade was a perfect match, there was a pink undertone that made my face look flushed all the time. Not in a good way! It also didn’t seem to wear well at all. I’m kind of in between Clinique Even Better foundation and L ‘Oreal true match. May try the Revlon though. Still looking for my perfect mate lol

[@Manda698]

Awesome! I enjoyed this immensely. Definitely something you should do again.

[@Lucy-mf5gk]

The paler foundation shade suits you more, I think

[@Candymom06]

Persona has a dupe for the backstage blush but that pink is not a good shade for me

[@christinegraham2579]

Love your headband you’re wearing to keep your hair out of your face. What brand is it & where can I get one like it, please?

[@maureenbyrd4642]

To me, the Dior blush looks more natural

[@SILVEto]

Such a great video! I can't believe I finally found someone who feels the same way about Il Makiage as me. :)

[@diane9083]

Agree 100% on the Il Makiage. Not for me. Looked awful on me and tough to blend. Plus once your'e on their mailing list, it's tough to get off of it.

[@tabulous77]

I can’t get IL Makiage doesn’t work for me either. I’ve definitely given it a fair shake and it just looks terrible on me.