I'm a beauty buff, you don't need fat jabs my five minute makeup fix will make you look 2kg lighter with a £2.99 product

The Sun

25-07-2025

FORGET losing weight, if you want to look more snatched you may just need a clever make-up trick which takes seconds to do.
Beauty lover Sam Luna shared how clever placement of a £2.99 bronzer can help you look like you've 'lost 2kg.'
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On her @_sam_luna_ account, she showed how you need to place contour bronzer on top of your cheek bones, instead of in the hollows of your cheek.
She used Essence Baby Got Bronze Shimmering Bronzer Stick in Shade 20 Holiday Glow to help with her look.
On top of this she used a blusher - the Essence Blush Stick Shade 50 in Cherry Cherry Baby - followed by a concealer which swiped up from the corner of her mouth and the outside of her nose.
She then blended in the products and showed how lifted and snatched she looked, compared to the other side of her face which made her look like she'd 'gained 2kg', according to her.
On the other side, she had placed the products lower down her face, which didn't 'lift' her features.
On her video, Sam added: 'What a difference this make-up hack can make.'
Her tip has been liked by over 82,000 people, and many were quick to comment.
One said: 'That's crazy tho she looks so different.'
A second added: 'That's crazy. With such a minimal amount too?'
And a third commented: 'I'm defo gonna try this, thanksss.'
The exact spot to put bronzer to give you the most snatched and lifted jawline ever - and it's nowhere near your cheeks
POWDER CRACK HACK
Have you ever had the frustration of packing your make-up powders for holiday - only for them to crack during the journey?
We recently shared how a beauty lover revealed her very handy hack which could cost as little as 1p and will save you ruining expensive compacts.
Maya, who posts under @glam.bunnies, shared how all you need is a cotton pad for the clever trick.
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In a video which has racked up over 106,000 likes, she showed how you simply need to place the cotton pad inside your blusher or powder.
You can then snap the lip shut and your powder will be protected from any bashes, which could lead to it cracking.
Maya explained: 'Without it, there's more chance of cracking or breaking.
'The cotton pad acts like padding so if it gets thrown or hit it'll be more dense together, decreasing the risk.'
Top 3 beauty products every woman should be using
Hayley Walker, Beauty Expert at Justmylook shared the holy-grail products every woman needs to be using.
A cleanser, SPF, and hair oil are must-haves within beauty routines.
A cleanser is crucial for healthy skin as it removes dirt, oil, and other impurities for flawless skin. This skincare step not only cleanses the face and removes dirt, but also prevents breakouts and premature skin ageing, helping you maintain a healthy, youthful, and blemish-free complexion.
The Aveeno Face Calm+ Restore Nourishing Oat Cleanser is a go-to of mine due to its gentle formula that soothes and restores the skin's appearance and texture.
SPF is non-negotiable and should be in everyone's daily skincare routine.
Even on cooler, cloudier days, our skin is exposed to the sun's UV rays which can be harmful to unprotected skin and even lead to damage. These damages include sunburn, pigmentation changes, and wrinkles which can impact the skin's texture and appearance. In some cases, prolonged exposure to UV rays can cause skin cancer.
Applying SPF daily prevents these damages and protects the skin from harmful rays. I recommend the Beauty Of Joseon Rice & Prebiotic Sunscreen PA++++ SPF50+ for its lightweight, non-clumping texture that absorbs quickly for a natural finish and maximum protection.
Hair oil has many benefits and should be regularly used. This treatment can strengthen and protect the hair from external stressors while improving its appearance and shine. Regularly applying hair oil can also reduce breakage and even encourage hair growth for longer, fuller locks. Hair oils also target the scalp, reducing dandruff and improving its health through exfoliation.
I recommend using this deeply nourishing treatment a couple of times a week or more depending on the hair's moisture levels. The Hair Syrup Rapunzel Pre-Wash Oil Treatment is a nutrient-rich treatment that revitalises strands to promote a happy scalp and healthy-looking locks. Apply the syrup throughout damp hair before washing; massage from root to tip and allow the formula to penetrate strands before rinsing and styling.