The BEST Makeup Tips I Learned in 2021 *THAT ACTUALLY WORK*

[@monicalemmer5458]

Here is a tip from an 85 yr old fan…as we age we lose hair from all over our bodies, yes there too….but I hate the loss of my brows but I found an easy way when I’m in a hurry..spray an angle brush with setting spray and dip into a shadow that closely matches the color you usually use. Voila!!! Instant brows! And thank you so much for the time you take to bring us fantastic videos…I’m on FB so if you want to se what I look like, thanks to you..go there. Btw, I have never had any cosmetic procedures..it’s just the joy of the Lord.

[@strll3048]

Fantastic! Thank you.

[@OneLove101.]

Great tip! 🎉

[@rhondapowell6925]

To prevent your concealer from moving around: Tap or smear a tiny bit of glitter glue under the eye, then apply your concealer. Set with powder. Your concealer will not budge! I have a birthmark under my eye that I cover up, so this really works.

[@tili724]

I have combination skin. Some tricks I’ve learned, use and love are... 1. For combination/oily skin is to use loose powder before foundation to help reduce shine for longevity 2. Spray setting spray on your foundation brush with foundation to help foundation last longer 3. I don’t have a matte primer so what I do is use my matte setting spray then use loose powder. Hope this helps 💚💚💚

[@anicesunset2022]

I love that you share a different bible verse in every description box 😊 God bless you!

[@auapplemac1976]

For older women who are getting fine lines around their mouths causing lipstick bleed: after applying foundation and before lipstick, apply a small amount of non-oily primer on the lines - no the lips. Don’t rub just pat it on. I’m up their in years and it works wonders for me.

[@oldandstillhere]

Thank you!

[@crystalgilbert3558]

Another tip from Wayne Goss that I love: use the tiny interdental brushes to brush out clumps after applying mascara. I’m using the Walmart brand and they work great!

[@queenbunnyfoofoo6112]

I LOVE Wayne Goss....he has such great tips. He's also such a positive gentle person.

[@JB-tt6ct]

I use it in my brows so much precision. Also with a brown mascara fakes a completely realistic thick brows.

[@crystalgilbert3558]

@@JB-tt6ct I did this today and much better than the brush that comes in my eyebrow gel.

[@JB-tt6ct]

@@crystalgilbert3558 yeah, i like that i Have control so i don't get gel or soap on my forehead to eff up my foundation. You can also wet it with setting spray and rub into eyeshadow to get specific colored brows. The brush is so tiny it fakes hairs. Holy grail!

[@meitalkabeli509]

That tip for the glasses to avoid those skin marks sounds perfect, hopefully it will help make that area feel less irritated and keep the glasses from slipping.

[@JB-tt6ct]

Beware of rubbing alcohol if your frames nose pads are plastic cause it can disolve it making small tears that scratch you in the future

[@meitalkabeli509]

@@JB-tt6ct Thanks for telling me.

[@aliciasummers5048]

BTW, I LOVE the under eye concealer tip! It truly helps eliminate the appearance of texture, creasing, dry, etc. under eye look. Perfect for mature/maturing skin.

[@tamarasparks8065]

This was my favorite tip of 2021.

[@ts4686]

I've never heard of this, so I'm going to try do this next time I wear makeup 😊 Thanks for your feedback.

[@pwallace5359]

I’m definitely going to give that tip a try 😊

[@aliciasummers5048]

This has truly helped my under eye area, in a great way. In my opinion, the difference it makes is significant. Not to mention, it wears smoothly all day long, when using this technique. Also, if you do start to crease, look dry or cakey, the tip regarding the setting spray and a small brush works, too.

[@mightydoe2944]

I tried it yesterday for the first time, I'm blown away with the results. It wore well all day. I'm definitely doing it from here on out.

[@leneskov5184]

My makeup tip: Tightline the upper waterline before putting on eyeshadow. I cannot tightline without blinking and every single time I get eyeliner strokes on the lid and ruin the eyeshadow - therefore I started doing it as the first thing. Then I could just wipe it away 🙂

[@autumnknights4447]

I have so thoroughly enjoyed your channel and videos since finding you this past year! Your laugh is contagious and always makes me smile :) Thank you for all you share with us x

[@nancyshadowens7827]

I love your hair and makeup in this video. It always looks beautiful it just looks exceptionally beautiful.

[@thelarisa]

You're such a beautiful person, inside and out. That's why it's such a joy to watch your content.I hope you know how much we all appreciate what you do.

[@deborahedelman2659]

Hear ye hear ye!!!

[@kereniinafletcher738]

Absolutely❣️❤️

[@tiffanysadlertlc]

Yesssss!

[@jackieheijmans7821]

Ek stem saam!!

[@kereniinafletcher738]

@@jackieheijmans7821 -Ons is ook lief vir jou, suster ❤️

[@anicesunset2022]

Also, be wary of using alcohol-based setting sprays on the under-eye area. The alcohol can be extremely aging especially in such a delicate region.

[@peonypink7943]

My tip: if you have a really oily t-zone and eyelids, use nyx pigment primer before applying your foundation. A little goes a very long way. Other tip is to apply dark eyeshadow to your scalp (similar colour to your hair) to make your hair look fuller. 😊

[@tammyg2631]

Also works to cover gray hair between hair colors!

[@allymcclain7326]

You look absolutely gorgeous in this video! Hair and makeup; just perfect 🤩

[@kimberlyl3177]

I have a couple…. I like to use a silicone based primer under my eyes to reduce texture before concealer. I tried this tip this morning; turn your eyeliner pen on the side and stamp the eyeliner on the upper lid at the lash line. This is a great tip if you struggle with drawing a consistent, straight line that looks even. 🥰

[@Spiceyspiney]

I have been watching your videos for years and Drugstore December is as much a part of my Christmas countdown as advent calendars and Christmas shopping 😊 By the way, your hair looks absolutely amazing today! I always love your hair but today is 100% *chef's kiss* 😚

[@Vera-kh8zj]

ALL the setting spray tips are genius. Thank you, thank you. I love especially to spray a brush and apply it, and to dip the finger in blush and spray the finger with setting product.

[@kathyforgues6994]

I love using a brush and a setting spray together to finish my makeup.

[@my.brooklyn.flora.forestbr7351]

Lifelong learning is a good thing via MUA. Happy Friday! Lynn

[@ts4686]

Great tips! 🥰 My tip: I have started using, brace yourself, cornstarch mixed in with my Laura Mercier powder 🤭😊 It becomes less cakey, longer lasting and so much smoother. It is so finely milled, that it sorta works like a translucent powder would. I add just a pinch into the powder, mix well and apply. I know it sounds weird, but it really does make a great difference. At least it does on me. Try it 😊 Happy holidays everybody! 😊🌲🥰❄😘☃️💕🌞

[@tammyg2631]

I used cornstarch 20 years ago! I came up with it on my own!! Really works!

[@ts4686]

@@tammyg2631 Yup me too 😊 It really is good. I hope others try it too. Its nice learning from each other. I've picked up some great tips from the comments section of this video.

[@kellyross4801]

Thirty years ago there was a brand of makeup called Corn Silk, marketed to oily skin teen girls.

[@ts4686]

@@kellyross4801 Oh wow! That's so interesting! 😊 Makes sense! 😃

[@FourJaysFour]

Not weird at all. Many setting powders on the market that contain Zea Mays which is just good old CORN STARCH!!

[@sylviamendoza8989]

Out of all the channels I watch your tips are the ones I use the most because they actually work!! My favorite is the two dot concealer trick that gives a slight facelift effect. Just wanted to say Thank you!!!

[@carolding8685]

A tip I always do is when I’m swatching lipstick, I’ll use a lip balm to remove the swatches instead makeup remover wipes, it won’t hurt my lips that much. I usually use lip balm with a thicker formula such as Vaseline Lip Therapy for that (also a good way to use it up, it has a lot! lol).

[@amerettasour82]

Going to try skipping the powder under my eyes and just try the setting spray tomorrow 🤞🏽

[@mmcjrc2000]

Me too, 🤗

[@NavyRev]

I am getting ready for the day watching this video when your comment about testing the best nude lip came up. Can't deny it was tempting to try option 1 vs pulling down the lip. So funny.

[@threadsketch7267]

My mind just got blown with the setting spray on the undereyes tip - it's one of those "DUH, this should've been obvious!" things but here I am barely hearing of it now, and I absolutely need to try that because all powders look horrendous on my late-30s undereyes. The only thing is, I wonder if any excessing drying will occur over time since most effective setting sprays are loaded with alcohol. The tip for the perfect nude lip has an extra advantage that it'll minimize the telltale border between your actual inner lip and the lip product itself.

[@ts4686]

Have you tried using water instead of setting spray? I used to do that and it worked well. Just a damp sponge to apply the powder, and only use a little bit of powder. I every so often change up my makeup applications so I haven't done it for some time, but it really does make a difference, as opposed to if you applied the powder with a brush. Or maybe spray your sponge with refresher spray/face spray (not setting spray) because those often have a little glycerine in them (they don't have alcohol as they're not meant to set, but rather to refresh) and that will help combat dryness and caking. I have dry skin so I know how powders can work against the skin. Best of luck! 😊

[@aliciasummers5048]

@@ts4686, thanks for the tips regarding refreshing sprays instead of setting spray. Another one of those "obvious" things that I never thought about, lol. Thanks again! I'll be trying that next time my under eye area looks dry/cakey

[@tammyg2631]

OMG I've been doing the setting spray under my eyes for a few weeks! It also works for setting eye shadow!! Giving it a try on lipstick!!

[@lawandab8057]

The very first minute of this is 100% what I do. Learn something new...trying different techniques. Makes the process fun, even with mistakes...

[@tonigrant2295]

I have oily skin too and cream products don’t last very long on my skin if I don’t set them. Using face powder always muted or changed the color and I hated that. I started taking a similar shade of powder blush and/or bronzer and lightly dusting over the cream products to set them. My blush and bronzer lasts all day now.

[@pwallace5359]

Oh yes, Ive been doing that the past few years to make my cream blush last and it has worked great. For years I only used cream blush and after about 4 hours it would just disappear. I remember laughing with my Mom and sister when I asked them “ where does it go? “ 😂. I have normal to dry skin but it still just vanished like a magic trick. 🤷🏻‍♀️❤️

[@robintemplin5839]

Z!! I laughed so hard about the nipple situation 😂😂All the makeup tips I have learned from you from you!! I love the tip about applying setting spray to set your concealer. As usual fun and informative video. Love to you and your family💜💜💄💄💄

[@crystalgilbert3558]

I can’t wait to try the setting spray on my concealer. My skin is so crinkly and I think this will help.

[@lesleymathews8786]

I love the blush tip. Just what I need.

[@stephaniefox9701]

It’s official! I have bee subscribed to and have been watching your channel for one year now. This is my second Drugstore December! 🎉🎄🎁 how fitting an episode title because I have truly learned sooo much from you this past year. So thank you 🙏 thank you for teaching me how to apply and wear green and purple eyeshadows, thank you for helping my curly hair look and be alive and bouncy again, thank you for your honest reviews and opinions on eyeshadow pallets as well as your gorgeous examples of poise and artistry in all things makeup, skin care and beauty. You are such a timeless beauty and watching you is a true blessing 🙏💕🙏

[@tiffanysadlertlc]

Same! This is my second Drugstore December and I totally agree with you! Zabrena is so beautiful inside and out! She’s a blessing!

[@stephaniefox9701]

@@tiffanysadlertlc ❤️❤️

[@Zabrena]

I am truly blessed to know you! Thank you so much for being here and for taking the time to share such kind, uplifting words! God bless you my dear sweet friend! Hugs!

[@FourJaysFour]

Drugstore December rocks!!!

[@jackieheijmans7821]

I concur, all the way from Durban South Africa... Been watching you for a couple of years.. Love your content, honesty and vibrant personality... It always uplifts me and you give such good advice too xxxx

[@sarahdoanpeace3623]

Thank you for anther absolutely fabulous and informative, helpful and joyful video!! I’ve been patting in lotion once or twice a day right on the edge of my crows feet to rehydrate them and fresh my eyes look. I don’t rub the lotion in, I gently pat t it in after washing and lotioning my hands. Works great!

[@tiffanysadlertlc]

I use a tiny bit of a gel moisturizer over my wrinkles after makeup.too.

[@meaghan10]

Love drugstore December! It’s finally that year again! Thanks for continuing this series 💜

[@karamericavlogsandmore6635]

Every year I look forward to December because I enjoy these videos thank you so much for your time and your effort we appreciate you

[@sarahdoanpeace3623]

Same

[@deborahedelman2659]

👍👍👍👍

[@dressageponi]

I love the setting spray on a brush idea!

[@amygalvin1799]

Never thought to use setting spray on a brush! Great tip.

[@debedwards1717]

My tip, apply eyeliner to the lower waterline before doing your foundation/concealer. That way you don’t leave a mark on your base when you pull down your lower lid.

[@amylewis7563]

I always put on setting spray before I apply my mascara. Thanks for all the great tips this year. 💟💟💖💖💗💗

[@kbobo]

Love your tips! I use a clear mascara to keep my brows in place and then I put a coat on my eyelashes.Once it’s dry I apply regular mascara and get really thick long lashes without loads of heavy coats. Cover Girl clear mascara is the best one I’ve tried for this trick.

[@tiffanysadlertlc]

Thanks for sharing this with us! I’m going to have to try it!

[@r.melindar.1349]

I like the blush tip! Hugs from NC!

[@lisas7516]

This was the best video. Great tips! Love the concealer tips my undereye always look dry

[@diablita130]

Well one of my new obsession it’s Nyx brow glue on my eyelashes then applied mascara 🤩 no need for fake eyelashes 🙌🏼

[@joyutmostjoylife9470]

Thank you for the tips! Definitely trying the one with setting spray and undereyes!! Trying to figure out how to carry a very small amount in my purse now, lol!

[@danaraeappel426]

Your hair is perfection,love the color and the curls, beautiful as always ❤️

[@tiffanysadlertlc]

Yessss! Just gorgeous

[@kimbasciano_]

I love drugstore December!

[@mariemcgrath8681]

Great recap on tips, I'm off to try again my nose-marks caused by glasses !!!

[@virginiamaigret9373]

Thank you so much for that típ of no powder on the under eye Zabrena ! Will try it today ! God bless you and your family 🙌🏼🙌🏼🤗

[@4bratkab565]

Thank you Zabrena for sharing the great makeup tips! Funny one was about matching lipsticks 🤣 XOXOXO

[@christinas6528]

I use the back of my hand to push my eyelashes in place after each coat of mascara. I have stick straight lashes so a curler is a must, but I have found that the back of my hand actually works much better without any damage to my lashes. (commented on Instagram too, but I felt like I needed to provide more information on this tip).

[@ivechang6720]

Hiya! I have thick lashes that resist curling so I came up with this: I curl my lashes once before starting my eye makeup, then lightly a second time before putting on mascara. It helps keep the curl all day. I am going to try your tip with my dry layer mascara.

[@christinas6528]

@@ivechang6720 I do it while my mascara is still semi wet, my hand gets a bit messy but a quick rinse under the sink fixes it (probably isn't the best tip for waterproof mascara wearers). What I used to do was curl my lashes & after mascara I would use my blow dryer, on the cool setting, to dry them in place 🤣 I mean, it works really well but I found the back of the hand trick works just as good for me.

[@tiffanysadlertlc]

Great tips! Definitely going to try them out! I Use my finger to curl them after I put mascara on. I’ve heard numerous times that waterproof mascara helps hold the curl too. It’s just so difficult to get off so I haven’t tried it yet

[@p3nny4nn]

Also, a tip/trick that I use daily when applying makeup is to layer setting spray as you add products to your face, not just at the end, or at the beginning and end only. When I'm doing a "full face", I will use it after primer, after foundation, after concealer/setting powder/cream products/powder products/etc. The key is to LET IT DRY before you go on to the next step, so this can add a lot of time to your application, but if you NEED your makeup to stay, the extra time and effort is worth it every time.

[@sarahdoanpeace3623]

Brilliant!

[@stephaniemarch7463]

I always do this for special occasions when I am not touching up

[@FourJaysFour]

I've seen makeup artists do this for bridal makeup. Why did I never consider it would work for everyday??

[@deborahedelman2659]

Oooo those curls...love em!!

[@distinctauthors9300]

When mixing your primers do you want to stick to the same formula ie: Silicone based vs water based to ensure the best result with the bb cream/foundation? I've tried a few of these and they are totally awesome.

[@MiaHessMusic]

That concealer and setting spray tricks is amazing!! Thank you for sharing it. I used it Monday for a singing gig that was 4 hours long and when I got home and checked my makeup, my concealer was STILL THERE! Thank you for sharing this trick. I have to try the Nude Lipstick shade trick. I don't like wearing nude lips because I feel washed out. Maybe this will work. You CAN teach an old dog new tricks!

[@akeshachapa]

Love love your tips and tricks!! Thanks!

[@stephaniesavarese8723]

I love your channel and your videos! I tried using setting spray under my eyes inside of powder and that was a game changer. My under eyes didn't look cakey or dry by the end of the day. Thanks for this tip.

[@carrielassiter8455]

Love your upbeat demeanor on camera. Merry Christmas!!

[@dinagoldstein77]

Yay! Drugstore December 🤗🤗

[@kimbasciano_]

I mix my primers all the time and I love it!

[@Silviluv]

amazing tips, thank you, now i need to go buy myself a setting spray. also just want to add, i couldn't stop staring at your lips, they are so beautiful and unique

[@beth8678]

Great tips! I just wanted to stop and comment and tell you that I love this look your hair and make up are perfect it’s natural but with one more notch up to looking like you went to some trouble. Very pretty

[@AllTheHappySquirrels]

Sunglass marks are the worst! Thanks for the tip!

[@donnasmith6407]

I’m 71 and still have an oily tzone, so I will try your primer idea. I have also been enjoying the flower beauty liquid blush, it looks better on my skin than the powders….❤️❤️

[@FourJaysFour]

Donna, can you share your favorite YT channels for mature beauty? I'm always looking for more!

[@roseashwas9457]

Your hair looks really nice!

[@Leomoon.makeup]

Great tips! Can't wait to try them all!

[@crystalgilbert3558]

One of my tips: I mix tiny dab of high coverage concealer (IT Bye Bye Undereyes)into my supergoop unseen sunscreen. Gives me coverage and I don’t have to bother with foundation.

[@mmcjrc2000]

Oohh, this sounds great. Gotta try it, thank you!

[@BothelE12]

Thank you, I'm trying this.

[@laurashible1324]

That sounds great, until you learn that doing so diminishes the effectiveness of your sunscreen significantly. Learned from a dermatologist. You are better off waiting for the sunscreen to be fully absorbed, and then add your watered down concealer.

[@FourJaysFour]

I used to do this until I heard it affects performance of sunscreen. You can safely LAYER but can't mix without compromising protection. So apply a layer of SPF then apply your custom mixed tinted moisturizer. I think it was Lab Muffin who explained the complexity of SPF formulating and how you never want to tamper with it.

[@The_Queenherself]

I don’t know who you are, but you were on my home page. I just watched your newest video and I am already in love with you. I have to say…YOU ARE GORGEOUS!!!! Like daaaammmnnnn momma, you really did that!!!! Love the content and your energy xoxo

[@greenlove1979]

Hey Zabrena!!! Thank you for your awesome videos!! You are so much fun. 😃

[@Wifemomnana]

Thank you for the tips! Zabrena can you tell me about your hair routine and products used on your hair for this video? I love your hair. Also, a drugstore nude color for me is SUPER MODEL by Revlon. I just thought I would share and it’s a long lasting matt color.

[@NatalieYTFoster]

I love the glasses tip.

[@julieligon8177]

Great tips! Thank you so much for sharing them! I love your eye look today... please share what you used, or refer back to a vidoe where you showed the steps to end up with that look. Blessings...

[@donnalyerly5301]

Love the tips you give us❤️❤️ your stunning!!

[@Chloe11118]

🤩 Your background is so icy looking ❄️ I’m going to try some of these tips, the nipple one got me laughing 😂

[@purplerain902701]

Your hair is so 80’s love it…❤️❤️❤️

[@FraBra88]

Your hair 😱😱😱❤❤❤ They are otherwordly beatufiul!

[@lindasouth555]

Add a drop of facial oil to a matt foundation to make it more dewy. Not in the bottle, mix on your hand or wherever.

[@queenbunnyfoofoo6112]

Great video! These tips are so helpful !

[@angelahuthmaker3945]

Love you! Hair looks great,!

[@melaniestine5616]

I love your channel and Ive also got the little white deer from the Christimas Tree store so cute

[@rimamjab]

I wished that video was longer it was very helpful . I like the glasses tip besides all of other tips .

[@Zabrena]

More tips videos coming soon!!

[@Pellow-princess]

I’m going to try the under eye setting spray tip. I’m 23 and have under eye wrinkles That are just hereditary. no regular eye cream or retinal eye cream has ever made a difference. I also prefer a glowing under eye as opposed to a dry looking one.

[@p3nny4nn]

Appreciate your "tips and tricks" videos! Some of these are fantastic!! Love your channel and hope you and your family have a very safe and happy Holiday season.

[@noelletreil7835]

OMG your hair, gorgeous !

[@jujugoketo3711]

Brilliant! Setting spray under eyes!

[@sylvieroussel7898]

Loved that video! Really nice and unique concept!

[@CelesteSeeker]

I love your hair! You look like Merida from Brave :-)

[@pattyhaby4796]

The tips are what I need and I also love your Bible verses plus your words of encourgement! You are gorgeous, I learn so much from your videos. I am 65 and trying to learn to apply makeup. Patty H

[@analezaa6306]

When I would do too powdery too or matte, I would look older. But I've been using that ELF setting spray in the green bottle and despite being for a matte look, it seems to meld everything. Mind you maybe wearing a mask also melds everything lol.

[@lizphillips6663]

You’re hair is beautiful!!

[@yael1997_]

Your hair is amazinggg

[@AlliListArt]

what fabulous idea tips Zabrena, thank u. love Alli x

[@KarenPrudensLetsStitchMakeup]

My sister showed me to roll my mascara tube between my hands so the brush doesn't come out of the tube thick and gloppy. It really works and I do it all the time. I showed my daughter and she does it too.

[@Mel_leit]

Holy Smokes!! I’m trying these tips today!!🥰

[@katkalocova]

Thank you! I'm definitely going to try some of these! xx

[@ukdebbielou]

Can you share what products you used on your hair in this video? Your curls are beautiful!

[@kellibeverlin]

Omg that hair! Love! ❤️

[@adeorio1133]

Your hair is amazing!

[@Halloweenlover10.31]

Intrigued by the setting spray eye bit. I used to be a matte gal for years but just now wanting to switch it up. I had just saw where you can actually use more than one type of primer. I've been looking for that newer Maybelline 4 & 1 one but so far only seeing some darker shades available. Am however going to at least get a mini of the Charlotte Tilbury flawless filter. Funny that you worded it as your face looking "flat". That was exactly the way I felt recently when I looked in the mirror one day thus the reason for me switching things up.

[@cassandraqcassandraq5510]

Been trying the hack using eye lid primer under eyes to stop creasing.