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15 NO FAIL Makeup Products!!!

20 products · Jan 10, 2026 · Watch on YouTube ↗

  1. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing L'oréal Lumi Glotion at 02:13 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • The reason why the L'Oreal Lumi Glotion is a no-fail is because there's a wide range of shades to choose from2:01
    • The way I love to use this product is either underneath my foundation to get that beautiful lit-from-within look, but I also love to use this as a mixing medium2:13
    • In my experience of using these, which is a long time now, these play really well with all different types of foundation formulas, different types of finishes, and they also play really well on top of countless different types of skin prep2:33
    • They're not going to fight. They're going to get along harmoniously, I promise you every time2:58
    • It actually acts like a glowy primer in a way3:12
    • It's a very multi-purpose, multi-functional, and stellar product from the drugstore, and it's a no-fail3:26
    • It's a no-fail on the price point, and it's a no-fail on how to use it3:30
  2. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Dior Backstage Face & Body Foundation at 04:01 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Dior$45.00
    • This is a perfectly done, perfectly executed foundation3:50
    • This is a very, very easygoing foundation that's going to work on all skin types, all skin ages4:01
    • The way this melts into your skin is very much like no other4:06
    • This takes as minimal effort to blend into your skin and to apply than any foundation I think I've tried in years4:11
    • This is a foundation that will never disappoint you. It will not let you down4:28
    • The coverage is thin and very, very buildable4:37
    • It's waterproof, water resistant, sweat resistant, humidity resistant, and ultra long wearing, all while being as thin as a serum4:54
    • It's also the most affordable luxury foundation that you could find
    • I've used this on young skin, mature skin, it doesn't matter. It's going to work on all skin ages, all skin types4:06
  3. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing L'oréal True Match Foundation at 07:36 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • This is an OG. It's a cult classic
    • It's flexible. You can manipulate the texture and the finish based on how you prep your skin6:49
    • It's a very, very safe bet
    • It's going to be long-lasting. It's going to look smooth on your skin. The coverage is beautiful. The coverage is buildable. The coverage is shearable7:36
    • It's definitely the most no-fail, everyone will universally love this one foundation at the drugstore, and it's a good price
  4. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Milani Cheek Kiss Cream Bronzer at 08:20 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • They're easy, they're blendable, they're buttery, they are long-lasting8:14
    • The shades are amazing to choose from. The price point is just unmatched8:20
    • The way they blend on is buttery, it's not patchy, it doesn't rip up your makeup underneath8:24
    • This just works so well with so many formulas that you would put this on top of8:37
    • It's also all skin type and all skin age friendly, in my opinion, making this a no-fail cream bronzer at the drugstore8:41
  5. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Natasha Denona Hyglam Concealer at 09:27 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • This doesn't feel dry under the eyes, but it also is great for oily skin9:21
    • It is a ultra flawless concealer that wears beautifully well, gives beautiful coverage, but you don't have to apply a massive amount of coverage in order to make this work9:27
    • It's a very flexible product in those terms9:49
    • All skin type, all skin age friendly10:09
    • It's a phenomenal formula concealer that will not disappoint you. It is just a perfect formula10:18
  6. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Westman Atelier Cream Blush at 10:58 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • Everyone I've ever put this on and anyone that I've ever recommended this product to has always come back to me absolutely loving this formula10:44
    • It's going to be long-lasting, easy to blend on, beautifully, richly pigmented, buildable if you want it to, light if you want to, very universally friendly and good for all skin types, all skin ages10:58
    • Petal is the no fail pink cream blush that everyone can wear and everyone will love11:43
    • Is it pricey? Yes. Is it worth it? A thousand percent because you'll buy it once, you'll have it for a really long time11:50
  7. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette at 12:32 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Ambient Lighting Palette Volume IIIshade · Volume 1 (original)
    • If you ever want a powder that is going to truly transform the finish of your skin13:05
    • You dip your brush in all three colors, you go to town, you buff it all over and you will be shocked at how much it will transform your complexion12:32
    • The way this transforms your skin is like no other12:48
    • I have used this on super mature clients, I will continue to use this on super mature clients and I will continue to use this on young clients as well12:52
    • If you have oily skin, you're still going to love the way this looks on your skin and the transformative effect it will give you13:01
    • If you have dry skin, don't be afraid of powders, especially baked powders like this because they're soft, they're silky, they're thin and they're not cakey13:08
  8. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing MAKEUP BY MARIO Loose Setting Powder at 13:59 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • Makeup by Mario has launched the one of the best talc free loose powder formulas I've ever tried. I mean, it's just a phenomenal powder13:34
    • This is an unscented, this is a fragrance free, talc free, light as air, thin as air, lightweight setting powder that any skin type and any skin age can use, making it a virtually no fail option for anyone13:59
    • If you have skin texture, larger pores, if you have oily skin, if you have dry skin, this powder will absolutely work for all skin types14:11
    • It's light as air, it's silky, you could build it up and you can even do a mini bake with it as well14:34
    • This powder is just a no fail in all aspects of the categories14:50
  9. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz at 15:29 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • It is truly that no fail option in regards to a classic formula, easy to work with, it's long-wearing and they have a really great range of tones to choose from15:15
    • This does have the most expansive shade range out of all the pencils that are out there15:29
    • It's a really classic formula that anybody can use and have a really easy time applying your brows15:54
    • If you have sparse brows or if you just want a little bit of like extra tail or a little extra shading, doesn't matter what kind of brow you have starting out, I think it's a really universal option15:57
  10. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-on Gel Pencil at 16:33 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • These come in a wide, wide range of shades to choose from, both shimmery ones and both matte ones16:25
    • Demolition has been a holy grail product of mine for a long time shade wise16:33
    • These stay put so unbelievably well17:02
    • There's going to be a shade option for everyone and it's going to be ultra long-lasting, too17:07
    • If you have watery eyes, allergy prone eyes or if your eyeliner just doesn't stay put, head to Sephora or Ulta, wherever you buy Urban Decay and pick up one of these pencils cuz they're a no fail option every time17:12
  11. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing MAKEUP BY MARIO Master Mattes Palette at 18:11 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • Either one, can't go wrong with them
    • You just can't beat these because they're so, so user-friendly and they're so useful17:50
    • There's so many ways to use these palettes, making them absolutely a no fail every single time18:11
    • They are still universally friendly. They're super easy to blend on. The pigment is great, the versatility is phenomenal
    • If you just don't know where to start in terms of eyeshadow palettes and you want just something that's very suitable for every day or going into evening, there's no way you can't find uses for either one of these18:37
  12. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing L'oréal Panorama Mascara at 19:48 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • Cannot go wrong with this one. This is a perfectly done formula19:46
    • This is a great formula if you want everything all in one. You want volume, you want drama, you want lift, you want length, you want a ultra black formula, this is one to get19:48
  13. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing L'oréal Paradise Big Deal Mascara at 20:10 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • If you want something more lightweight, more feathery, less heavy on your lashes, less likely to weigh down your lashes, then I would definitely get the L'Oreal Paradise Big Deal19:58
    • This is my newest favorite, my newest obsession at the drugstore. I've been recommending this constantly20:10
  14. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Maybelline Sky High Lash Sensational Mascara at 20:51 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • This is where I keep my pro kit these days, and I've been sticking to it, and it's just a no fail20:44
    • Doesn't run, doesn't smudge, doesn't put me in a bad place, in a bad spot with my clients20:51
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  16. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing L'oréal Voluminous Mascara at 19:30 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • The L'Oreal Voluminous, this was my tried and true, my original BFF for countless, countless, countless years19:30
  17. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Pencil at 21:35 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Artist Color Pencilshade · Extreme
    • These are staples in my pro kit
    • They're complete no fail option if you ask me21:35
  18. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing MAC Cosmetics Lipstick at 22:45 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • They're classic, they're no fails because there's so many different finishes22:29
    • Check out the satin formulas from MAC Cosmetics because they're a perfect satin, right? They're not overly shiny, they're not overly matte, they're not going to feel overly glossy. They're right in the middle, they're perfectly cohesive, they're going to be universally friendly, and they're going to be a no fail22:45
    • The MAC lipsticks will not dry out your lips
  19. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing MAC Cosmetics Mineralize Blush at 24:45 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • They are mineral, they're baked. They are very buildable, and they're very forgiving24:42
    • They're not overly opaque, where like if you dip your brush in too heavy or too harsh, or if you just pick up too much product on your brush, it's going to appear way too pigmented. They are buildable and soft in that regard24:45
    • They are so universally friendly and so easy to work with, and the shades that they have available are very forgiving, too25:12
    • MAC has a lot of very wearable, everyday soft tones that just compliment your skin really well25:22
    • They're just universally friendly, no fail blushes that I will always recommend25:38
  20. @makeupbynikkilarose reviewing Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Setting Spray at 26:29 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • This is the most universally friendly, no fail option in terms of a setting spray26:23
    • This will definitely lock your makeup in and give it more longevity26:29
    • It also takes away that harsh, freshly applied makeup-y look to your skin26:34
    • This is the most transformative setting spray in terms of taking away that harsh makeup-y look and bringing back that skin-like glow27:02
    • You can also use this throughout the day to refresh your makeup
    • This is the best way to add that comfort and that glow and that hydration back to your skin without disrupting it, without ruining it, or without making it too overly greasy or too overly shiny
    • This is the most no fail setting spray on the market27:02

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