Makeup Blog

Discover our edit of the best makeup blog posts. From discovering the best foundation for your skin type to reading our makeup reviews of the hottest beauty products, we've got everything you need to know all in one place.

Best Makeup Products

We've done the hard work so you don't have to. Read through our blog archive to discover the best makeup products without having to swatch them all. Our favourites include our guides to the best mascara, best lipstick and best makeup brushes. Trust us, your beauty stash is gonna love us. Plus, our vegan makeup brands guide was made to add-to-bookmarks.

Makeup Reviews by Brand

Already know which makeup brand you wanna invest in, but not sure where to start? Or maybe we've just launched Instagram's hottest new beauty brand and you wanna get to know the products we're obsessed with RN? Trust us, we've got you covered. Find out more about must-have launches right here, from the best Sleek products to best Blink Brow Bar products. Got any requests? Just pop us a tweet @hqhair.

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INTO IT: THE BEST GLUTEN-FREE BEAUTY PRODUCTS

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INTO IT: THE BEST GLUTEN-FREE BEAUTY PRODUCTS

Whether you have coeliac disease or just want to learn more about the ingredient, here's everything you need to know about Gluten-free shampoo, makeup and beauty products.

2018-09-13 08:00:25By Vanessa

How To Clean Makeup Brushes

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How To Clean Makeup Brushes

We know cleaning is boring but when it comes to our brushes we also know it's vital! Take a look at #HQHowTo: How To Clean Makeup Brushes on the HQhair blog!

2018-08-05 08:00:53By Sally

BEAUTY ON TRIAL: LONG LASTING LIPSTICK VS BLACK MILK MANCHESTER FREAKSHAKES

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BEAUTY ON TRIAL: LONG LASTING LIPSTICK VS BLACK MILK MANCHESTER FREAKSHAKES

So, you think you've got a long lasting lipstick? We put brands' claims to the test and discover which is the best lipstick and which lasts longest versus a massive freakshake from Manchester's Black Milk Cereal, featuring Illamasqua, INC.redible and Sleek MakeUP.

2018-07-29 09:00:11By Vanessa

MAKE BEAUTY GAINS WITH THE BEST GYM PRODUCTS AND SWEAT-PROOF MAKEUP

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MAKE BEAUTY GAINS WITH THE BEST GYM PRODUCTS AND SWEAT-PROOF MAKEUP

Anyone else obsessed with the gym RN? Of course, if we're going for a sweat sesh we want to make sure we're lookin hella fine throughout and after. We've curated an edit of the best gym products and sweat-proof makeup to make sure you're feelin' yourself while making gains.

2018-07-26 09:00:32By Vanessa

THE BEST BENEFIT MASCARA

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THE BEST BENEFIT MASCARA

It's no secret we're long-time fans of beauty brand Benefit Cosmetics. With their killa' range of brow products and bestselling primers, it's become our go-to for hardworking makeup we can't get enough of. But need a rundown on their bestselling range and which one you should get? Look no further babe, here are the best Benefit mascaras, listed by what type you need.

2018-07-12 09:00:21By Vanessa

SELFIE MAKEUP: ARE THESE PRODUCTS FOR REAL?

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SELFIE MAKEUP: ARE THESE PRODUCTS FOR REAL?

Whether you wanna believe it or not, selfie makeup is actually a thing. We've given these products a go and filled up our camera roll to discover whether the products you use can impact on how your selfie turns out, or whether it's all down to the best selfie light and angles.

2018-06-18 14:23:32By Vanessa

Festival Makeup Tips & Inspiration

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Festival Makeup Tips & Inspiration

Festivals are 99% about the music, but that 1% is all about the festival makeup looks and the photos you're taking for the 'gram. This is all the festival makeup inspiration you need to bookmark for later, whether you're headed to Primavera or Parklife.

2018-06-10 09:00:52By Vanessa

BEST 3INA PRODUCTS FOR UNDER £10

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BEST 3INA PRODUCTS FOR UNDER £10

3INA Makeup - pronounced mina makeup - has hit HQhair and we're officially obsessed. This is everything you need to know before you add to bag, and our top 10 products that all come in at under a tenner #winning

2018-06-09 09:00:39By Vanessa

FULL FACE CONCEALER CHALLENGE

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FULL FACE CONCEALER CHALLENGE

We loved watching Teaira Walker's full face of concealer challenge video, so wanted to give it a go ourselves. Keep scrolling for our full coverage concealer review...

2018-05-16 08:00:24By Vanessa

#HQHowTo: Sandbagging vs. Baking

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#HQHowTo: Sandbagging vs. Baking

We're all about the new makeup trends here at HQhair, so we discovered the difference between Sandbagging and Baking... 

2018-04-27 08:00:31By Sally