Makeup not looking the way you want or expect? In this episode, industry legend James Vincent breaks down the how of makeup - from foundation and concealer application to the brush tools you actually need, how to apply cream products, and the simple pro tweaks that make all the difference.

Also in this ep: WWD’s top 100 beauty products of all time - the usual suspects, the surprises and the products we were pleased to see. Plus, our MVPs, including the shampoo bar that might change your mind about shampoo bars, and the gel cleanser even sensitive and dry skin will love.

Links below!

Read: The 2026 Greatest Beauty Products of All Time

MVPs

⁠Cooki Ginger Shampoo Bar

Go-To Juicy Gel Cleanser

James Vincent

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Credits:

Your hosts & producers: Carli Alman & Bettina Tyrrell.

Thanks to our guest, James Vincent

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Consider this episode your cheat sheet to the beauty tips that will instantly upgrade your routine.

We’ve interviewed some of the biggest names in beauty — across makeup, hair, skin and fragrance — and in this episode, we’re sharing the most useful (and sometimes surprising) advice we’ve learned and actually use.

Carli breaks down why everyone on the internet is talking about Estée Lauder’s Double Wear foundation, while Bettina shares a glossy, at-home alternative to shellac nails. Plus, as always, we round things out with our beauty MVPs — reviewing the standout products we’ve been loving this week.

If you’re ready to refine your routine with expert-backed tips that truly make a difference, this one’s for you. Tune in now.

Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation:

Amanda Lee Makeup on TikTok

Courtney Jane on TikTok

Lipstick Lesbians explainer

Sculpted by Aimee Satin Silk Longwear Foundation

Lancôme Teint Idôle⁠

Dior Forever Skin Wear Matte Foundation⁠

⁠Fenty Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Longwear,⁠

Yves Saint Laurent All Hours Liquid Foundation

Benefit Cosmetics The Porefessional Foundation

Revlon ColourStay Foundation

Maybelline Fit Me! Matte + Poreless Foundation

Sassy Saints Nails

Go-To Juicy Gel Cleanser

MVPS

Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Longwear Matte Foundation

Rae Morris Invisible Mattifier

Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Foundation Pump

Natio Pocket Palette in Nude

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Don't want to blow your budget on expensive makeup products? You don't have to - there are plenty of high quality makeup products in your local chemist that outperform their price tag. These are a few of our fave drugstore finds. Plus, a case for spending your money on a relaxing facial, the secret to Carolyn Bessette Kennedy's stunning hair and our MVPs of the week.

Links below, as promised.

Carolyn Bessette Kennedy's go-to hair products

Philip Kingsley Elasticizer

Kiehl's Creme with Silk Groom

Book your next relaxing facial

Vanessa Megan Spas

MVPs

Osea Salts of the Earth Body Scrub

Aleph Buff / Diffuse Brush

Our favourite pharmacy makeup products

L'Oréal Paris True Match Liquid Foundation⁠⁠

Maybelline Fit Me Dewy + Smooth Foundation

Natio Blush & Bronze in Sunkissed

No7 Pro Artist Lip Liner in Rose Couture

Nude By Nature Hydra Stick Lip & Cheek Colour

Revlon Super Lustrous™ Glass Shine Balm in Glossed Up Rose and Nude Illuminator

No7 Pro Artist Lip Liner in Rose Couture

Rimmel London Wonder'Volume Thrill Seeker Mascara

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High

Natio Precision Tubing Mascara

EcoTools Makeup Brush Shampoo

Mco Beauty Magic Brows

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