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Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Longwear Lip Pencil Review & Swatches

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Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Longwear Lip Pencil Review & Swatches

I’ve been using the Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Longwear Lip Pencils for a while, and so I thought it was time that I shared swatches of all the shades. They’re a genuinely impressive addition to any makeup collection. They are super luxurious, soft, and long-lasting, and they glide effortlessly on the lips and deliver a semi-matte finish that feels comfortable all day. Here’s everything you need to know.

What Is the Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Longwear Lip Pencil?

What is Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Longwear Lip Pencil?
What is Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Longwear Lip Pencil?

The Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Lip Pencil is a long-wear, creamy lip liner designed to define, shape, and enhance your lips. It combines rich pigment with a silky texture that glides effortlessly, sets quickly to a semi-matte finish, and stays put for hours without drying out the lips.

It’s versatile enough to:

  • Be worn alone for soft, natural definition
  • Layer under a lipstick or balm for a polished, full-lip look
  • Create lip contour, shape, or even a soft ombré effect

Essentially, it’s a luxurious, everyday lip liner that doesn’t compromise on comfort or wear, exactly the kind of product that makes your routine feel a little more polished without fuss.

Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Longwear Lip Pencil – Full Shade Lineup & Swatches

  • Anna – rich brown with neutral undertones
  • Grace – lightest of the range, a cool‑toned pink
  • Sara – pinky‑brown neutral
  • Darcy – peachy/pink nude with warm undertones
  • Olivia – deep mauve pink with cool undertones
  • Hayley – coffee‑coloured brown nude with neutral/cool undertones
Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Longwear Lip Pencil Swatches - All Shades
Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Longwear Lip Pencil Swatches – All Shades

My Review of Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Longwear Lip Pencil

Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Longwear Lip Pencil Review
Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Longwear Lip Pencil Review

Formula & Wear

I’m obsessed with how soft and buttery these glide on. There’s no chalky tug you sometimes get with lip liners. The formula is creamy enough to blend before setting, yet once it sets, it doesn’t budge. The finish is soft, smoother than a traditional lip liner but still pigmented like a proper contour liner should be.

These pencils are buttery yet structured enough to hold a sharp tip for precise application. They glide easily and build nicely for more intensity if you want it.

My one tip: keep a sharpener handy for clean, precise lines, it makes a noticeable difference with these creamy pencils.

The formula is where these pencils really stand out. They are soft and silky, making application effortless, but set quickly enough to prevent feathering. Unlike many long-wear liners, they don’t dry out the lips, and the colour remains true from morning coffee to evening plans.

How I Wear Them:

  • Alone: Gives a soft, semi-matte finish. Perfect for everyday polished lips.
  • With Balm: Adds moisture and shine without compromising longevity. Ideal for dry lips or a glossier look.

My favourite shade is Hayley because it makes such a gorgeous natural looking lip contour and pairs beautifully with my REESON Glossing Balm in Dewy Rose*.

Final Thoughts

The Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Lip Pencils are a lovely, reliable option for anyone looking for creamy, long-lasting liners that don’t dry out the lips. They’re versatile enough for everyday use and polished enough to complement a layered look with balm or lipstick. Hayley is my current obsession and I find that my lips look fuller and I generally just look more put together when I wear it. It has earned a permanent place in my makeup bag along with the Hildun sharpener.

Where to buy it

Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Lip Pencils are £17 and available now via the link below:

Also, if you love a Kajal liner, you should definitely check out the ones from Hildun. See details of those in Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Kajal Liner Review & Swatches.

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REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo Review & Swatches – Now Including Champagne Nude

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REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo Review & Swatches

The REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo is one of my favourite versatile glow products, and it’s just got even better! The original shade, Universal, has been renamed Golden Nude, and there’s a brand-new addition to the line: Champagne Nude. Both shades are designed to give a natural, lit-from-within radiance, whether you prefer a subtle everyday glow or a buildable highlight.

Golden Nude (formerly Universal) remains a warm, universally flattering shade that works beautifully across most skin tones. Its finely milled powder and creamy balm layer blend seamlessly for a radiant, soft-focus finish that doesn’t emphasise fine lines or texture.

The new Champagne Nude is slightly softer and more neutral, making it perfect for those who prefer a lighter, understated glow. Like Golden Nude, it combines a smooth, silky powder with a creamy, dewy balm, creating a glow that can be worn alone or layered over powder for extra luminosity.

What is REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo?

REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo
REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo

This Highlighter Duo contains both a balm highlighter and a powder highlighter that can be used in a range of different ways to achieve your own custom glow:

  • Features a balm and a powder
  • Buildable formula for a custom glow
  • Both formulas contain skincare ingredients
  • Works to hydrate and smooth the skin
  • Smoothing texture that won’t emphasise pores or lines
  • Include oil absorbers to prevent the skin getting too shiny
  • Universal shades that works on a wide range of skin tones
REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo
REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo

Key Ingredients

SQUALANE – boosts hydration and prevents moisture loss

JOJOBA SEED OIL – provides antioxidant protection, and helps increase moisture levels

HYALURONIC FILLING SPHERES – for plumping and smoothing with long lasting hydration

SHEA BUTTER – rich in fatty acids to boost moisture levels, strengthen the skin barrier, and soothe inflammation

APRICOT KERNEL OIL – rich in nourishing fatty acids and antioxidants

SPHERICAL PARTICLES – to scatter the light and give a soft focus effect

MAGNESIUM STEARATE – oil absorbing agent to help balance skin and prevent skin becoming too shiny

REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo - Champagne Nude
REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo – Champagne Nude

Exciting update to the REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo! The original Universal shade has been renamed Golden Nude, and the line now also includes a brand-new shade: Champagne Nude.

Champagne Nude is a soft, neutral highlighter duo designed to deliver a natural, lit-from-within glow. The finely milled powder provides a smooth, soft-focus finish, while the creamy balm melts into the skin for a dewy, diffused radiance that works beautifully across light to medium skin tones. Layer over powder or use alone for a subtle everyday shimmer that doesn’t emphasise texture or fine lines.

Here’s a quick demo so you can see Champagne Nude in action:

I’ve embedded a quick YouTube Short below so you can see it in motion.

Compared to Golden Nude (formerly Universal), Champagne Nude is slightly softer and more neutral, making it ideal for a subtle, buildable glow. Whether you love a gentle everyday highlight or want something versatile for layering, Champagne Nude is a beautiful new addition to the duo.

REESON Highlighter Duo – Golden Nude vs Champagne Nude

REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo Swatches - Golden Nude vs Champagne Nude
REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo Swatches – Golden Nude vs Champagne Nude

REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo Swatches

REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo Golden Nude
REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo Golden Nude

The powder in the REESON Highlighter Duo feels like a liquid. It isn’t shimmery or sparkly, but more like a molten soft gold. The Balm is a beautiful moisturising formula that has a glow without a trace of shimmer.

REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo Golden Nude Swatches - Balm (left) Powder (right)
REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo Golden Nude Swatches – Balm (left) Powder (right)

Powder with Balm layered on top:

REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo Golden Nude Swatches - Powder first with Balm on top
REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo Golden Nude Swatches – Powder first with Balm on top

Balm with Powder layered on top:

REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo Golden Nude Swatches -Balm first with Powder on top
REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo Golden Nude Swatches -Balm first with Powder on top

Check out more images of it on the skin here at REESON Beauty.

How to use the REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo

REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo
REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo

This highlighter is so easy to use. You can use either the balm or the powder alone, or layer them for a custom finish.

I like to use the Powder first, and then apply the Balm on top to melt in the powder highlighter and give the skin a really diffused glow.

For a more amped up gleam, you can use the balm first and then set it with the powder highlighter. This is a higher shine finish but still super flattering and skin smoothing.

Finally, if you like, you can mix the balm and powder together and apply at once. Have a play.

Make sure you also check out the REESON Bronzing Balm.

Where to buy it

Currently, the Bronzing Balm is available exclusively online at REESON Beauty. It is £38.

Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream Review: Why I Always Come Back to This Glow-Boosting Moisturiser*

 
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23 Feb 2026 (Updated: 22 Feb 2026)

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Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream Review: Why I Always Come Back to This Glow-Boosting Moisturiser

There are some products I try, enjoy, and move on from, and then there are the ones I quietly repurchase, keep in rotation for years, and reach for instinctively when my skin needs something extra. Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream firmly falls into the second category.

I’ve been using this moisturiser on and off for years, and the Dewy Skin franchise is easily my favourite from Tatcha. In fact, I first bought The Dewy Skin Cream long before Tatcha officially launched in the UK, after discovering it in the US.

I was instantly drawn to it because dewy skin has always been my thing, and while the name definitely caught my attention, it was the performance that made me keep coming back. What started as curiosity has turned into a long-standing staple and something I think is really worth investing in.

What Is Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream?

What is Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream?
What is Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream?

Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream is a rich, hydrating moisturiser designed to deliver plump, glowing skin with long-lasting hydration and is particularly loved by those with dry or dehydrated skin.

What it promises:

  • Deep, long-lasting hydration
  • A visible glow that enhances skin
  • Comfort and plumpness without feeling heavy

Although it’s been around for a while now, it’s still one of Tatcha’s best-sellers and in my experience, that’s because it genuinely performs.

Why the Dewy Skin Range Is My Favourite from Tatcha

I’ve always gravitated towards products that prioritise glow, hydration and skin comfort, and the Dewy Skin range really delivers on that philosophy.

The Luminous Dewy Skin Mist  is another product I love in this line. It gives that instantly juicy, fresh finish that makes skin look healthy rather than shiny. And I am also a fan of the Dewy Milk Moisturizer. It’s lighter than the cream, great if you have oily skin, or want something lightweight under makeup or a different texture for summer.

Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream is one of those products that just makes sense if you love dewy skin, and yes, the name definitely caught my attention initially, but thankfully, it truly lives up to the hype.

My Review of Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream
My Review of Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream

Texture, Finish & Feel on the Skin

One of the standout features of The Dewy Skin Cream is its beautiful glossy texture.

Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream Texture
Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream Texture

It looks rich in the jar, and it is undeniably luxurious, but it melts into the skin far more easily than you might expect. A little really does go a long way. You only need a small amount to cover the face comfortably.

On the skin, it:

  • Feels immediately comforting and nourishing
  • Leaves a soft, healthy glow rather than grease
  • Makes skin look plumper and more alive

There’s a noticeable bounce to the skin after application, which I especially appreciate when my complexion is feeling dull, tight or a little stressed.

How It Performs Under Makeup

This is where Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream really shines for me. I love it as a makeup-prep moisturiser, particularly when I want my base to look fresh, luminous and smooth. It gives the skin a subtle glow that genuinely enhances the look of foundation, rather than competing with it.

I find that:

  • Foundation glides on beautifully
  • Skin looks smoother and more hydrated throughout the day
  • Makeup wears better and looks less flat

If your makeup ever looks a bit lifeless or clings to dry areas, this is the kind of moisturiser that can quietly transform the finished result.

How I Use Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream

How to use Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream
How to use Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream

I tend to reach for this cream when:

  • My skin feels dry or dehydrated
  • I want a glowier makeup look
  • My skin barrier needs a bit of TLC

I usually apply it in the morning, especially under makeup, but it also works beautifully at night when my skin needs extra comfort. Because it’s so hydrating, I don’t feel the need to layer lots of products underneath as it does a lot of the heavy lifting on its own.

It’s one of those products that’s stayed in my routine in various phases of my skin, which says a lot, especially for something I first discovered years ago overseas.

Who Is Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream Best For?

I think this moisturiser is particularly well suited to:

  • Dry skin
  • Dehydrated skin
  • Normal to dry skin types
  • Mature skin
  • Anyone who loves a dewy, glowy finish

Who Might Not Love It as Much

If you have very oily skin or strongly prefer lightweight gel textures, you may find this richer than you need, especially in warmer months. If this is the case, go for Tatcha The Dewy Milk Moisturizer which is lighter in texture and great at balancing especially if your skin leans combination or oily but still craves glow.

Is Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream Worth It?

This is definitely a luxury moisturiser, and I completely understand that it’s an investment. That said, I do think it earns its place if glow, hydration and makeup performance are high on your priority list.

Because you only need a small amount each time, one jar lasts surprisingly well, and the results have always made it one I’m genuinely happy to repurchase. For me, it’s not about chasing newness; it’s about relying on something that consistently delivers.

Final Thoughts

I first tried Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream because the name spoke directly to my love of dewy skin, but I’ve continued to use it because it truly performs.

It gives my skin long-lasting hydration, a beautiful glow, and that healthy, plump look that makes makeup sit better and skin feel more comfortable all day long. It’s a product I trust, return to, and recommend when someone asks for a moisturiser that genuinely enhances the skin.

If dewy, glowing skin is your thing too, this is absolutely one worth trying.

If you want to discover more from Tatcha, you need to check out their newest launch which is an amazing moisturiser with a super unique texture. To find out more read: Tatcha The Longevity Memory Cream Review.

Where to buy it

Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream is £67 for 50ml and available now via the link below:

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BROW AID The Brow Blueprint Review & Swatches

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BROW AID The Brow Blueprint Review & Swatches

If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s that well-defined brows really do finish the face. I’m not someone who enjoys a complicated brow routine, and I’m certainly not confident enough to spend ages sculpting and measuring. But I do always prefer my makeup when I use something. In this review, I’m sharing my thoughts on BROW AID The Blueprint, along with swatches, before and after photos, and details on how it wears throughout the day.

What Is BROW AID The Brow Blueprint?

What Is BROW AID The Brow Blueprint?
What Is BROW AID The Brow Blueprint?

The Brow Blueprint is a dual-ended brow pen designed to create both soft fullness and realistic hair-like definition.

It features:

  • A multi-tip applicator for diffused, natural strokes
  • A dual-prong precision tip for finer, more defined hair strokes
  • A long-wearing, smudge-resistant formula

Essentially, it gives you two levels of brow enhancement in one pen.

Application & Ease of Use

The Multi-Tip Side – Soft Definition

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The Multi-Tip Side

This is the side I reach for first.

The multi-tip applicator allows you to gently paint through the brows. It gives soft strokes of colour without creating harsh blocks. You can be quite relaxed with it – even slightly rough – and it still looks natural.

It’s perfect for:

  • Filling sparse areas
  • Evening out tone
  • Adding subtle fullness

For anyone who doesn’t want a technical brow routine, this side alone could be enough.

The Dual-Prong Side – Added Dimension

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The Dual Prong Side

The precision dual-prong tip looks slightly intimidating, but it’s surprisingly forgiving.

It creates finer strokes that add dimension and structure. This is what gives that realistic, slightly more defined effect without tipping into “drawn on” territory.

Used together, the two ends create a layered, believable brow.

BROW AID The Brow Blueprint Review

First Impressions

I’m always slightly cautious with brow pens that promise precision. Some can feel overly wet or deposit too much pigment too quickly.

This one immediately felt different. The formula isn’t heavy, and it doesn’t overload the brow. It gives you time to build.

Before & After Results

BROW AID The Brow Blueprint Medium - Before & After
BROW AID The Brow Blueprint Medium – Before & After

The difference is immediate. The completed brow looks fuller, more structured and more polished – but still soft. It doesn’t look overly done. It simply looks like a better version of my natural brow.

Swatches & Formula Performance

BROW AID The Brow Blueprint Swatches - Medium
BROW AID The Brow Blueprint Swatches – Medium

The swatches clearly show the difference between the two applicators:

  • The multi-tip creates slightly broader, diffused strokes
  • The dual-prong creates finer, more precise lines

What impressed me most is the longevity.

The swatches lasted the entire day without fading or smudging. On the brows, it performs exactly the same way. Once it sets, it stays put.

This is genuinely long-wearing.

Longevity & Wear Test

Throughout the day, there was:

  • No smudging
  • No patchiness
  • No fading
  • No transfer

It holds shape and colour without feeling stiff or heavy.

Who Is It Best For?

This is ideal if you:

  • Prefer natural-looking brows
  • Don’t want a complicated routine
  • Like subtle dimension rather than bold structure
  • Want long-lasting wear

If you love ultra-sculpted, laminated brows, you may still want to pair it with a strong gel. But for everyday polish, this is excellent.

The Makeup I’m Wearing

For reference, in these photos I’m also wearing:

  • DCYPHER Glow Booster (read the review)
  • REESON Bronzing Balm*
  • REESON Highlighter Duo*
  • REESON Blush*
  • REESON Lid Elixir*

Everything is kept fresh and glowy, and the brows simply frame the face and complete the look.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is BROW AID The Brow Blueprint good for beginners?

Yes. It’s very forgiving. The pigment builds gradually and doesn’t flood the brow.

Does it look natural?

Very. The layered effect of soft fill plus fine strokes creates believable dimension.

Is it waterproof or smudge-proof?

It’s very long-wearing and resistant to smudging in my experience. It didn’t budge throughout the day.

Can you use just one end?

Absolutely. You can use the multi-tip for soft fullness or add the dual-prong for extra definition.

Final Verdict

Brow products often fall into two camps: too basic or too technical. BROW AID The Brow Blueprint sits comfortably in between.

It’s easy, forgiving, long-wearing and genuinely enhances the brows without overwhelming them. For someone who wants definition without complication, it works beautifully.

Where to buy it

BROW AID The Brow Blueprint is £19 and availale now via the link below: