Review
L'Oréal Infallible Fresh Wear Foundation Review: Still Worth It?
Natural-matte finish, medium-to-buildable coverage, and better-than-average wear for a drugstore formula. Here's the honest breakdown.
Review
Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Powder Review: Still Worth It?
Loose vs pressed, discontinued vs current, and whether it is actually worth it for oily skin. The naming confusion explained.
Review
Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray Review: Still Worth It?
Honest breakdown of the reformulated All Nighter — wear time, oily skin performance, the alcohol question, and which version to choose.
Guide
Best Silicone Based Primer for Oily Skin
5 long-wear silicone primers that blur pores, control shine, and help foundation last better in heat and humidity.
Guide
Best Mattifying Primer for Oily Skin
Practical picks for shine control, pore blurring, and long-lasting makeup in heat and humidity.
Brand Guide
Are INNISFREE Products Good?
Maddie's guide to the best INNISFREE products, brand strengths, sunscreen picks, fragrance, sensitive skin, and what to buy first.
Review
INNISFREE Green Tea Seed Hyaluronic Cream Review
A comfortable moisturizer for dry and combination skin. Good hydration and barrier support, works well with retinol.
Guide
Is Salicylic Acid Good for Oily Skin?
Maddie explains how salicylic acid helps oily skin with blackheads, pores, and congestion—plus when to be careful.
Guide
Best Long Lasting Foundation for Oily Skin
Maddie's top 5 picks for long lasting foundation on oily skin, plus a practical guide to finishes, oxidation, and what actually makes foundation last.
Review
COSRX AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner Review
A very gentle exfoliating toner for beginners and sensitive skin. Good for texture maintenance, but mild on acne.
Guide
Best Face Primer for Large Pores
Practical guide to pore-blurring primers, texture types, ingredients that help over time, and the 7 picks worth considering for visible pores.
Buying Guide
Best Primer for Oily Skin Singapore
Singapore-specific buying guide: Gripping, blurring, and mattifying primers from Sephora.sg that help stop sliding and separation in humidity.
Buying Guide
Best Foundation for Oily Skin (Singapore)
Singapore-specific buying guide: Maddie's best foundations for oily skin available on Sephora.sg. Soft-matte picks that hold up in humidity.
Review
Belif Aqua Bomb Jelly Cleanser Review
Gentle jelly-to-foam cleanser that feels comfortable and non-stripping. Rating 8.7/10 — but not truly fragrance-free.
In-depth Guide
Best Cleanser for Oily Acne-Prone Skin
Salicylic acid vs benzoyl peroxide, foaming vs cream, pH-balanced vs harsh, and when cleanser alone is not enough. Maddie's guide to choosing the right cleanser for oily acne-prone skin.
Guide
Is Niacinamide Good for Oily Skin?
What niacinamide actually does for oil control, pores, acne, and post-acne marks. Plus the best percentage, how long results take, and combining it with BHA, retinoids, AHAs, and vitamin C.
Skincare
Skip Moisturizer? Sunscreen for Oily Skin
When you can skip moisturizer and use sunscreen alone, when it backfires, spotting dehydration, preventing pilling, and applying enough SPF for real protection.
Review
Anua Peach 70 Niacin Serum Review
Lightweight niacinamide serum with 70% peach and 5% niacinamide for glow and dark spots. What it does, who should use it, and how to prevent oiliness. 8.4/10.
Review
ANESSA Mild Milk SPF50+ PA++++ Review
Sensitive-skin friendly feel, Japan UV耐水性★★ water resistance explained, finish, makeup compatibility, and how to apply and remove it properly. 8.2/10.
Makeup
How to Choose Lip Liner (Shade + Formula)
Match undertone, pick the right depth, choose pencil vs twist-up, and apply it to prevent feathering. Includes shade rules for nude, pink, red, and brown lipsticks.
Review
Joocyee Cream Blush Duo Review (Shades + Wear)
How the duo works, which shade to choose, finish control, and realistic wear time in heat and humidity. Beautiful finish but average longevity. 7/10.
Review
INNISFREE Jeju Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask Review
What it actually does for oily skin and blackheads, how strong the exfoliation is, which version to choose, and how to use it safely with actives. 8.5/10.
Review
INNISFREE No-Sebum Mineral Powder Review
Real oil control in humidity, flashback risks, white cast concerns, and who should skip it. My honest take: 9/10 for oily skin.
Guide
Best Setting Powder for Oily Skin (2026 Guide)
Maddie's 6 practical picks plus a clear guide to loose vs pressed, ingredients, flashback, touch-ups, and a humidity-proof routine.
Review
LANEIGE Eye Sleeping Mask Review: Worth It?
8/10 — A genuinely good overnight eye hydrator. What it helps (dryness, puffiness), what it can't fix, and how to use it right.
Review
Laneige Bouncy & Firm Sleeping Mask Review: Worth It?
What it actually does (hydration vs firming), texture, scent, who it's for (and who should skip), how to use it in humidity, and how it compares to Laneige Water Sleeping Mask.
Guide
Best Light Coverage Foundation (2026 Guide)
Maddie's 7 practical picks for oily skin, plus a clear guide to what light coverage means, who it suits, and how to make it last in heat and humidity without looking greasy.
Guide
Oil Absorbing Foundation Makeup: 5 Recommendations for 2026
What oil-absorbing actually means, the ingredients that reduce shine, how to prevent oxidation, and Maddie's top 5 picks—plus touch-up methods that don't cake.
Guide
Best Drugstore Foundation for Oily Skin (2026 Guide)
Maddie's practical picks (Maybelline Lumi-Matte #1), plus a clear guide to finishes, ingredients, and application so your base lasts longer in heat and humidity.
Guide
What Color Eyeliner for Brown Eyes? (Shades That Pop + How to Wear Them)
The four most flattering eyeliner shades for brown eyes (navy, plum, bronze, green), plus placement tips, undertone matching, and how to prevent smudging in humid weather.
Review
NYX Can't Stop Won't Stop Foundation Review: Still Worth It?
Maddie's honest review: oily skin performance, real coverage, matte wear time, ingredients, shade range, and who should skip this drugstore foundation in 2026.
Review
NARS Soft Matte Complete Foundation Review: Worth It?
Maddie's honest review: oily skin performance, coverage, oxidation, texture, acne-prone suitability, shade range, and whether the 45 mL bottle is worth the price.
Review
Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Review: Worth It?
Maddie's honest review of the iconic long-wear foundation: performance, finish, who it's for (and not for), application tips, and whether it's worth the price compared to drugstore options.
Guide
Best Full Coverage Foundation for Oily Skin (2026 Guide)
Maddie's 7 practical picks (Estée Lauder Double Wear #1), plus a clear guide to what full coverage means, when to use it, and how to make it last without looking cakey.
Guide
Best Foundation for Large Pores and Oily Skin (2026 Guide)
5 long-wearing picks for oily, pore-prone skin — plus a practical guide to finishes, textures, prep, and how to make foundation stay smooth later.
Guide
Is Silicone-Based Makeup Good for Oily Skin? (Facts + Best Picks)
What silicones actually do, whether they clog pores, and the best silicone-friendly foundations and cushions for long wear (plus easy tips to avoid pilling).
Tutorial
How to Apply Blush, Bronzer and Highlighter
Step-by-step guide to applying blush, bronzer and highlighter with natural placement, cream vs powder rules, and blending techniques for a lifted, fresh look.
In-depth guide
Makeup for Oily Skin: The Complete Guide to Long-Lasting Shine Control
Complete step-by-step guide to makeup for oily skin: prep, primer, foundation, powder, and setting spray for shine control that actually lasts.
Article
What Is the Most Natural Looking Makeup Foundation? (Skin-Like Base Guide)
There isn't one perfect foundation for everyone. Learn how to choose a natural-looking base that matches your skin type, undertone, and coverage needs.
Article
What Primer Is Best for Oily Skin? (Top 7 + How to Apply)
Complete guide to the best primers for oily skin: NYX Face Glue, e.l.f. Power Grip, and 5 more tested picks. Plus how to choose and apply primer so your makeup doesn't slide or separate.
Review
INNISFREE Retinol Green Tea PDRN Skinbooster Ampoule Review: Worth It?
8.5/10 rating. Silky texture, non-sticky finish, and a beginner-friendly retinol that layers well under makeup. Real talk on the '1% Triple Retinol Complex' and Green Tea PDRN™.
Review
Laneige Bouncy & Firm Lip Treatment Review: The "Slow Aging" Lip Sleeping Mask
Review of the slow aging lip sleeping mask with collagen, ceramides, and hyaluronic acid for barrier support, hydration retention, and visible smoothing.
Review
LANEIGE Lip Glowy Balm Review: Glossy, Cute, Needs Reapplying (8/10)
8/10 rating. Smells good, glossy like a lip gloss, super portable, but doesn't last long so you'll reapply. Shades, ingredients, and how I use it in humidity.
Review
LANEIGE Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Gel Moisturizer: High Hydration, Not Heavy (9/10)
Cooling gel moisturizer that delivers high hydration without feeling heavy. Perfect for oily skin in humidity.
Article
Best Foundation Makeup for Acne Prone Skin (What Actually Works)
Best foundation makeup for acne prone skin: acne-safe guide to choosing non-comedogenic, long-wear foundations. Includes wear-test tips, ingredient watchlist, and picks by finish + acne type.
Review
CLIO Hug Blur Tint No. 03: Easy Blur, Short Wear (8.5/10)
Easy, flattering lavender-pink tint with a soft blur finish and pretty packaging, but it doesn't last long after drinks or meals.
Review
Espoir Tone Pairing Cheek: Pigmented, Long-Lasting, Easy Layering (8/10)
3-in-1 cheek palette with strong pigmentation, easy layering (base + point + glow), and long wear. Perfect for dimensional, natural-looking cheeks.
Review
ESPOIR Be Natural Cushion: Glowy Skin, Fast Oxidation (7/10)
Glowy, skin-like finish that looks fresh right after application, but it oxidizes after ~3 hours and isn't ideal for very oily skin in humidity.
Guide
Oily Skin But Flaking? (How I Fix It Without Getting Greasy)
Why oily skin starts flaking (dehydration, irritation, over-exfoliation), my 10-day barrier reset routine, and how to prevent it in humidity.
Article
Best Setting Spray for Oily Skin (My Top 5)
My top 5 setting sprays that actually help makeup survive heat and humidity, plus how to apply without getting tacky.
Article
Best Self Tanner That Looks Real (Not Orange)
My #1 Bondi Sands Ultra Dark plus 5 more self-tanner picks, and a foolproof routine for streak-free, non-orange results even in humidity.
Review
innisfree Gel Mask Review: A Gentle Retinol-Style Night Mask
A gentle nighttime gel mask I use 2–3 times a week. Not as strong as a serum, but great for retinol beginners.
Guide
Retinol for Oily Skin (My No-Peel, No-Grease Starter Plan)
What retinol does for pores and acne, how to start without peeling, purge vs irritation, and a humidity-proof routine that won't feel greasy.
Guide
Is Hyaluronic Acid Good for Oily Skin?
Yes, if you use it right. How to hydrate oily skin without pilling, grease, or feeling suffocated in humidity.
Article
Best Cushion Foundation for Oily Skin (Updated Picks + Tips)
CLIO vs Skintific vs eSpoir Be Velvet. Oil-control ingredients, touch-up tricks, and which cushions actually stay matte in humidity.
How-To
How to Identify Your Skin Type
The wash-and-wait test + blotting paper method. Learn the difference between skin type and skin condition so your makeup actually works.
Comparison
e.l.f. Power Grip Primer vs NYX Face Glue for Oily Skin
Two gripping primers tested in real humidity. Grip strength, pilling risk, texture, wear time, and which one actually makes daily life easier.
Review
innisfree Green Tea Seed Hyaluronic Serum Review
Lightweight hydration that plumps skin without stickiness. Layers perfectly under makeup, works in humidity, and feels genuinely hydrating.
Makeup
How to Choose the Right Foundation Shade
Undertone + daylight method, swatch tips, oxidation check, and online matching advice. Plus my shade reference: Maybelline 220.
Review
LANEIGE Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serum: A Good Lip Glow
Glossy, comfy, non-sticky shine that works in humidity. Sheer tint with that donut applicator everyone talks about. An easy everyday lip glow.
Review
eSpoir Be Velvet Cover Cushion Review (8/10)
High coverage cushion with real oil control. Velvet-matte finish that stays put in humidity. Dries fast, so you need to work quickly.
Skincare
How to Use Hyaluronic Acid (The Right Way)
Step-by-step hyaluronic acid routine: damp skin tips, layering with vitamin C, how to seal it in, and fixes for dryness, pilling, and acne-prone skin.
Guide
Hydrating Lipgloss That Actually Feels Good
What to look for in hydrating lipgloss, what to avoid (minty plumpers, fragrance), and how to apply so it stays comfy even in heat and humidity.
Article
Best Makeup for Heat and Humidity (That Actually Stays)
The exact primer, base, powder, and setting spray combo that keeps makeup from melting and sliding in tropical weather. Real-life tips from a sweaty, oily-skin girl.
Article
Best Foundation for Oily Skin That Actually Lasts
Best foundations for oily skin in humid weather. Maddie's real-life picks, including Maybelline Super Stay Lumi-Matte and Fit Me Matte, plus other oily-skin legends that actually last.
Guide
Makeup Concealer vs Foundation: What You Actually Need
Makeup concealer vs foundation explained: what each does, which to apply first, shade matching tips, and how to build a beautiful base for oily skin and dark circles.
Review
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Gel Cream: Makeup-Prep Hydration
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Gel Cream review: tested on oily skin in humidity. Not sticky, actually moisturizing, and makes makeup look smoother.
Guide
Can You Put Mascara on Eyelash Extensions? The Honest Answer
Can you put mascara on eyelash extensions? When it's safe, when to avoid it, best oil-free formulas, and removal tips that protect classic and volume lashes.
Review
CLIO Stay Perfect Finish Pact: The Truth in Humidity
CLIO Stay Perfect Finish Pact review in tropical humidity. Tested: oil control, blur, white cast, and how long it lasts on oily skin. Great for touch-ups, not all-day wear.
Review
Ofélia Lolli Liquid Blush: The Budget Vietnamese Blush That Actually Lasts
Ofélia Lolli Liquid Blush honest review in hot, humid weather. Tested on oily skin: blendability, finish, wear time, and shade tips. Budget-friendly Vietnamese brand that actually performs.
Guide
What Color Eyeshadow for Brown Eyes? The Shades That Actually Pop
What color eyeshadow for brown eyes makes them pop? Gold, bronze, copper, rose gold, purple/plum, navy/teal blue, and olive/emerald green. Complete guide with application techniques for everyday and special occasions.
Review
Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base: 6 Weeks Later
Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base review after 6 weeks in humid weather. Moisturizer and primer in one, tested for oily, dehydrated skin, makeup grip, and foundation separation prevention.
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Review
Carslan Soft Focus Make-Up Powder: Honest Review (10/10)
Carslan Soft Focus powder review for oily skin in humid climate. Tested: oil control, blur, pore-minimizing finish, flashback, and the application method for best results.
Review
CLIO Kill Lash Superproof Review: One of my Fave's)
CLIO Kill Lash Superproof review: curl retention on straight lashes, smudge-proof wear in humidity, wand performance, clumping, and the real removal process for waterproof makeup.
Comparison
Skintific Cushion vs. CLIO Kill Cover The New for Oily Skin
Skintific vs CLIO cushion comparison for oily skin in heat and humidity. Tested: finish, oil control, oxidation, and which one holds up better in tropical weather.
Guide
Is Makeup Primer Necessary? The Honest Answer
Is makeup primer necessary? Maddie explains what primer does, when to use it (and when to skip it), plus how to choose between silicone-based, mattifying, and hydrating primers.
Review
Ucanbe Eyeshadow Palette Review (Black Meteors): Real Life Wear Test
Real-life review of the Ucanbe Black Meteors palette: swatches, fallout, blendability, and how it wears over a full day. Cool-toned greys, black, and icy silver shades for smoky looks.
Tutorial
How to Apply Contour Makeup: Step-by-Step Tutorial
Learn how to apply contour makeup with step-by-step guide covering cream vs powder, shade selection, face shape contouring, blending techniques, and common mistakes.
Review
CLIO Prism Highlighter 01 Gold Sheer: Real-Life Review
A warm-toned K-beauty highlighter that can look subtle or more intense depending on application. Finish, undertone fit, wear, and how to apply.
Review
CLIO Pro Eye Palette 08 Into Lace Review: Swatches, Wear Test, and the Real Tea
Neutral palette with soft mattes, pretty sparkles, and easy everyday looks. Tested for undertone, glitter fallout, and 8-hour wear.
Review
Bondi Sands Self Tanning Foam Ultra Dark: The Deepest Bronzed Glow Without Orange?
Lightweight self tanning foam with guide color and coconut scent for a deep bronzed glow. How to apply, how long it lasts, and who it's best for.
Guide
Powder or Liquid Foundation: What's Better for Your Skin Type?
Choose the right foundation for oily skin, dry skin, combination skin, acne-prone skin, sensitive skin, and mature skin. Coverage, finish, tools, and pro techniques.
Review
NYX The Face Glue Gripping Primer: Does It Actually Hold?
Water-based gripping primer that promises 24-hour wear. Tested it through heat, humidity, sunscreen, and real-life chaos to see if the grip is real.
Review
Maybelline Super Stay® Lumi-Matte Foundation: My Favorite Foundation
Soft matte finish that still looks alive. Wear test, shade tips, and the exact routine that makes it look expensive (not cakey).
Review
CLIO Velvet Lip Pencil #04 Tan Brown: Shade Truth + Wear Test
A deep brown K-beauty lip liner that can contour, blur, and build. I tested it for overlining, wear, transfer, and the best gloss combos.
Review
Sheglam Sun Sculpt Liquid Contour (Hazelnut Latte): Honest Review
TikTok made it viral. I actually used it. Here's the real verdict on shade, undertone, and wear.
Review
Sheglam Set Me Up Brow Gel: My Honest Review
A cheap brow gel that claims long-wear, shape, and zero stickiness. I tested it for real life: humid days, makeup days, bare-face days. Here's what it actually does.
Review
Sugarplum Lipgloss (Full Line Guide): Which One Is Worth It?
MintyIce plus the full Sugarplum gloss lineup: finishes, shades, who each one is for, and how I choose what to wear on different days.
Review
Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Liquid Foundation Review (8/10)
What "matte + poreless" really looks like on oily skin in humidity, coverage, oil-control ingredients, oxidation/shade matching tips, and the best alternatives.
Review
Maybelline Fit Me Powder Foundation Review
Oil control, coverage (wet vs dry), shade tips, and the real SPF 44 talk. My honest maybelline fit me foundation review.