Makeup

Luxury products are an absolute treat to have, but they typically come with steep markups; not only do you pay for the product, but also brand name, packaging, marketing, and a host of other costs. When it comes down to the product itself and whether it works, it might just be an added heartbreak to part with your hard-earned money for those unnecessary costs. We are firm believers that a more expensive price tag doesn’t equate to a better product, and we’ve got the beauty picks to ...

Get your wallets ready: a new season is upon us and with that brings a brand new VANA Box collection! Today we’re proudly presenting the first box of 3 launches this season, the Most-Hearted Makeup Collection VANA Box *cue fanfare*. Made up of 7 beloved makeup items, including a cult-fave mascara and a glitter trio that’s practically stars captured in a jar, they’re guaranteed to complete your makeup routine for any occasion, day or night.You’ll find picks that the ...

How to Fix Cakey Makeup on Dry Skin During Fall? No one should suffer through a cakey makeup look just because they are born with dry skin. Unfortunately, when dry season rolls around and you’re wearing a full face of makeup, things can get a little bit... "flaky" and cakey. And if you’re on your way out the door, you may not have a lot of time to take it all off and redo it. Thankfully, all hope isn’t lost. There are simple, quick fixes that'll bring you back to your ...

Mid-Year VANA Award 2022: 11 Best Korean Makeup Products of STYLEVANA Here at the STYLEVANA headquarter we're always on the lookout for the best ulzzang-inspired makeup looks while in the pursuit of a higher standard with the makeup products that actually deserve a shout-out. This Mid-Year VANA Award 2022 of Best Makeup celebrates the legendary makeup staples that all MUAs have tried, tested, and admired. From the best cushion foundation, eyeliner to setting powder and lip tint, read on to ...

Best K-Beauty Essentials to Pack for On-the-Go Travels 2022 Heads up! Travel junkies coming through... With the rest of the world finally opening up and everyone brimming with post-pandemic excitement, it's only a matter of time and the speed of your Internet that you book a flight and catch the next plane flying out so you can *finally* live out your long-awaited (and well-deserved) holiday. And as any globe-trotter knows, packing the perfect bag is an art not easily mastered. Luckily, ...

Cut Your Makeup Time in Half With These 5 Products (And Grab an Extra 5 Minutes of Sleep) We’re creeping up to that time of the year again: Back to School season. You’re setting your alarm clock for the early hours of the morning, instantly regretting it the moment it rings. At these times, we’d all love to grab a few more minutes of zzz’s but we have to get ready for the day and look our best. No time? No problem. Your daily makeup routine can be done in a flash, ...

5 Tips to Wear Glitter for the Most Insta-Worthy Selfie Leave a little sparkle wherever you go, honey! Summer is the perfect time to breathe new life into your makeup routine, and for 2022, we live by this one simple rule: a little glitter goes a long way. If you're down to experiment with different ulzzang makeup looks just like us, get ready to kick the glitter mode into high gear this season and rock some selfie-worthy summer makeup looks with all kinds of shimmer and vibrant hues. ...

How to Layer Your Sunscreen with Makeup to Make It Last? Quick question: are you sure the way you wear your sunscreen is "makeup-ready"? Well, slathering on SPF seems simple enough but there's a mini lesson that comes with making it last with makeup. In case you missed the memo, there are different logics of layering your sunscreen with makeup, depending on the sunscreen's formula, texture and finish. Sounds complex? Don't worry, we've got the low-down for you! Whether it's applying your ...

7 Products to Transport You to the Streets of Seoul Summer is almost over and with it, summer vacation. The hourglass is running out on your available days to take a trip, but there’s just too much to organize and not enough time. We at the Stylevana HQ see you, and we’re not going to leave you hanging. Fancy a vacation to Asia? Let us take you to South Korea with these 7 K-beauty products that will bring you the flavors, aesthetics, and energy of Seoul. These gems will take ...

5 Best Beauty Swaps to Make for Summer: Makeup Edition Last month we talked about which 5 best K-Beauty swaps you should make this summer to upgrade your skincare routine, so I thought to myself: Why not revamp your makeup routine as well? From base makeup like primer and foundations, to eyeshadow palette and lipstick, we’re switching lanes to making your makeup closet look the most summer-ready as ever. So grab your beauty bag, and consider this your checklist to see what summer ...