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Short, practical guides on mascaras, foundation shades, razor blades, eyebrow tint and skincare. Written by the people who pack these products every day, not by an ad agency.
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Lippenstift die lang blijft zitten: welke formules houden echt 12 uur en hoe breng je ze aan
Langhoudende lippenstift is geen marketing: liquid matte inks en tweestapsformules zoals Max Factor Lipfinity houden echt 12 tot 16 uur. De prijs is comfort en een lastigere verwijdering....
6 min read · 6 November 2026
Welke lippenstiftkleur past bij mij? Kies op ondertoon, haarkleur en gelegenheid
De juiste lippenstiftkleur hangt af van drie dingen: de ondertoon van je huid (warm, koel of neutraal), je haarkleur en de gelegenheid. In deze gids leer je je...
6 min read · 6 November 2026
Tinting your eyebrows at home with RefectoCil: step by step, choosing a colour and doing it safely
With RefectoCil you tint your eyebrows at home in fifteen minutes, for a fraction of what the salon charges. This guide gives the complete step-by-step plan: what you...
8 min read · 23 October 2026
Which mascara to choose? Volume, length or waterproof: how to find the right one (Maybelline, L'Oréal, Rimmel)
The best mascara does not exist, the right mascara for your lashes does. Short lashes benefit from a lengthening mascara with a thin wand, thin lashes from volume,...
7 min read · 23 October 2026
Removing waterproof mascara without losing lashes: remover, oil and tips to avoid panda eyes
Waterproof mascara clings with wax and silicones and does not come off with water or a regular cleanser. With a bi-phase remover or a plant oil, left to...
7 min read · 23 October 2026
Using a sheet mask: how often, how long and in which order (Biodance, Garnier, Missha)
A sheet mask is the easiest skincare step there is, but almost everyone gets something wrong with it: leaving it on too long, rinsing afterwards or applying it...
6 min read · 23 October 2026
Comparing razor blades: Gillette Mach3, Fusion5, ProGlide or Wilkinson Hydro 5 and Quattro? Which blade fits which handle
The best razor blade is the one that fits your handle and that you buy as cheaply as possible per piece. In this guide we compare Gillette Mach3,...
7 min read · 23 October 2026
How long does make-up keep? Shelf life of mascara, foundation, lipstick and skincare (and the PAO symbol)
Make-up and skincare have a shelf life after opening that is shown on the packaging as an open jar with a number (the PAO symbol). Mascara lasts 3...
7 min read · 23 October 2026
Korean skincare routine for beginners: the steps, the order and which products you really need
The Korean skincare routine sounds like ten steps and half an hour a day, but the core is simple: cleanse gently, hydrate a lot in thin layers and...
7 min read · 23 October 2026
Choosing a foundation shade: undertone, coverage and skin type (Maybelline Fit Me, Bourjois, L'Oréal, Max Factor)
Choosing a foundation comes down to three things: your undertone (cool, warm or neutral), the coverage you want and the type that suits your skin. With this guide...
7 min read · 23 October 2026
Dry lips: which lip balm really helps? Vaseline, Labello, Carmex, Burt's Bees, Blistex and Avène compared
Dry lips are caused by cold, wind, dry air, breathing through your mouth and above all by licking. The right lip balm seals (petroleum jelly, beeswax, shea butter)...
7 min read · 23 October 2026
Buying make-up and cosmetics online in Belgium: how to do it smart and cheap
Buying cosmetics online in Belgium is cheaper than in the shop, if you know what to look out for: genuine brand products, a clear shelf life, free shipping...
7 min read · 23 October 2026