The Best Beauty Video Tutorials
I love watching video tutorials, especially when they involve beauty and hair. Something about watching a woman transform her look right in front of my eyes captivates me completely, however, I do have some requirements for securing my undivided attention. The looks need to achievable and easy-to-follow, the videos need to be relatively well lit and decent quality (so I can see what’s going on), and most importantly, the person in front of the camera needs to get to the point quickly. If I feel an unrelated tangent coming on, I’ll click that little “x” faster than you can blink an eye.
My very favorite makeup tutorials are done by Lisa Eldridge. She embodies everything mentioned above, and her lovely British accent is the cherry on top. You’ll find a few of my favorite Lisa Eldridge videos in this list, as well as tons of other gems from around the internet. Enjoy!
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The No-Makeup Makeup Look
This Lisa Eldridge video should be watched by anyone who wants to perfect the "no makeup makeup" look. A great introduction to Lisa's videos.
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How To Create Fuller Lips
Looking to plump up your lips without needles or plumpers? You must watch this video by Michelle Phan. (Michelle's story is incredible. Once turned down from a job at her local department store's Lancome counter, she started filming video tutorials, became a YouTube phenom, and ended up joining the Lancome team as their first ever video makeup artist.)
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How To Apply Eyeliner
Marlena from the Makeup Geek shows you how to easily apply several different types of eyeliner in this informative video.
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How To Trim Your Own Bangs
This bang-cutting video is genius. Genius, I say!
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4 Makeup Brush Essentials
I love checking out Karen's website, The Makeup and Beauty Blog. In her trademark fun and breezy manner, this video breaks down the makeup brush essentials.
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The Sock Bun
Coolest party trick ever, and not a bad way to wear your hair or prep it for curls overnight. (I personally stick to one bun at a time, but if Princess Leia is your thing, by all means!)
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Acne Covering Makeup
An excellent video demonstrating ways to cover acne with makeup.
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Create Loose, Natural Waves with a Curling Iron
Wait. Who's that? Okay, it's me. I just had to add this video because it will forever change the way you feel about curling irons. (You'll be besties, I promise.)
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Minimal Makeup with a Rosy Flush
A perfect, everyday look that takes virtually no time at all.
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Another Everyday Makeup Look
I love the girls from Pixi Woo. Sisters (and both mothers), these girls know everything there is to know about makeup. This video features Nicola dishing about her everyday look.
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Making Small Eyes Appear Larger and Large Eyes Appear Smaller
The other half of the Pixi Woo sisters, this video features Samantha showing some great tips on using makeup to enhance or play down the size of your eyes.
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3 Simple and Beautiful Updos
If you haven't watched one of Berlin Hair Baby's hair tutorials, she's a real gem. This particular video walks you through 3 simple and chic updos.
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Create the Perfect Cat Eye
Sarah Victor nails the infamous cat eye in this video.
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A Quick Smoky Eye
Not all smoky eye looks need to be super dark and intense, you know. I actually duplicated this look for a night out, and didn't feel like a belonged in a brothel. Holla!
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An Even Quicker Smoky Eye
The fastest smoky eye ever. Only two steps!
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How To Apply Powder, Cream and Liquid Blush
I do consider myself a blush aficionada, so it would be selfish to keep my tips from you.
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Adele's Super Chic Side Bun
Another video from Berlin Hair Baby, this look would be perfect for a formal occasion or cocktail party.
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How To Trim Sideswept Bangs
This video by Kandee has saved me from numerous trips to the salon. It's virtually foolproof too - get thee a razor and get to work!
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A Bronzed, Summer Look
Well, now I just look like a stalker. (Last Lisa Eldridge video, I promise! Her videos are just so so good, people.) Just in time for summer, this is a perfect look to try out. Bronzer lovers unite!
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Eyebrow Tutorial
Tiffany D has some great tips and specific product recommendations for shaping and filling in eyebrows.
Thanks for putting these together, easier than searching. I especially like the tips about makeup.
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I recently discovered Pixiwoo. I’m not a big makeup wearer at all, but I’ve watched about 20 of their videos. They’re so fun to watch!
I never saw the video about trimming your bangs before (the 4th video up top), but that is pretty much how I do it. Glad to know I am doing it right!
some of my favorite beauty videos come from these girls:
AndreasChoice
CarliBel55
CheckInTheMirror
emilynoel83
JLovesMac1
leighannsays
LolaMarie7
Thank you so much, Sharon. I’ll definitely check those out!
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This post makes me happy, as I am obsessed with watching the YouTube beauty gurus. I would LOVE if you’d list your top 10 (or 20!) gurus, similar to what Sharon did here.