Miriam's Favorites

My Favorites

My personal hero products for face, eyes, lips and skincare – curated for you in one elegant place.

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Charlotte Tilbury – Hollywood Flawless FilterHoly Grail
Face

Charlotte Tilbury

Hollywood Flawless Filter

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„My secret for that glowing, filtered complexion – alone or under foundation.“

Finish
Radiant
Coverage
Light
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€€€
Best for
Normal skinDry skinMature skin
Used in: After Dark Glam

Alternative: e.l.f. – Halo Glow Liquid Filter

Rare Beauty – Soft Pinch Liquid Blush
Face

Rare Beauty

Soft Pinch Liquid Blush

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„One drop gives a naturally flushed cheek that lasts all day.“

Finish
Radiant
Skill level
Intermediate
Price
€€
Best for
All skin types
Used in: Wine & Dine Glam

Alternative: e.l.f. – Camo Liquid Blush

NARS – Radiant Creamy Concealer
Face

NARS

Radiant Creamy Concealer

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„Reliable coverage that still lets skin look fresh and alive.“

Finish
Radiant
Coverage
Medium
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€€
Best for
Normal skinDry skin
Used in: After Dark Glam

Alternative: Maybelline – Instant Age Rewind Concealer

Huda Beauty – Easy Bake Loose Baking & Setting Powder
Face

Huda Beauty

Easy Bake Loose Baking & Setting Powder

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„My powder for baking under the eyes – finely milled, no grey cast, and the concealer stays put all night.“

Finish
Matte
Skill level
Intermediate
Price
€€€
Best for
Normal skinOily skinCombination skin
Used in: After Dark Glam
Huda Beauty – Easy Blur Natural Airbrush Foundation
Face

Huda Beauty

Easy Blur Natural Airbrush Foundation

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„My foundation for a softly blurred complexion – lightweight, buildable and like a real-life filter. For warm, golden skin tones like mine: look at the G shades.“

Finish
Natural
Coverage
Medium
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€€€
Best for
Normal skinOily skinCombination skin
Used in: Iconic Red
MAKEUP BY MARIO – SurrealSkin Foundation
Face

MAKEUP BY MARIO

SurrealSkin Foundation

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„Looks like real skin, just better – lightweight, buildable and with a natural glow that works on camera as well as in daylight.“

Finish
Natural
Coverage
Medium
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€€€
Best for
Normal skinDry skinCombination skin
Maybelline – Super Stay Lumi-Matte Foundation
Face

Maybelline

Super Stay Lumi-Matte Foundation

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„My drugstore favourite for long days: lasts forever, looks matte but never flat – I wear shade 108.“

Finish
Matte
Coverage
Medium
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€
Best for
Normal skinOily skinCombination skin
Used in: Runway Blue
NYX Professional Makeup – The Face Glue Gripping Primer
Face

NYX Professional Makeup

The Face Glue Gripping Primer

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„My primer when make-up really has to last – foundation practically “sticks” and doesn’t budge.“

Skill level
Beginner
Price
€
Best for
All skin types
Sisley Paris – Phyto-Blush Twist
Face

Sisley Paris

Phyto-Blush Twist

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„Creamy blush in a stick – dab it on, tap it in with your fingers, done. Perfect on the go.“

Finish
Radiant
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€€€
NYX Professional Makeup – Bare With Me Concealer Serum
Face

NYX Professional Makeup

Bare With Me Concealer Serum

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„Concealer and serum in one – light, buildable coverage with skincare that stays fresh even under heavy eye make-up.“

Finish
Natural
Coverage
Light
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€
Used in: Runway Blue
Fenty Beauty – Match Stix Matte Contour Skinstick
Face

Fenty Beauty

Match Stix Matte Contour Skinstick

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„My contour stick: swipe it straight onto the cheekbones, blend – and the face instantly gets structure.“

Finish
Matte
Skill level
Intermediate
Price
€€
Used in: Runway Blue
NARS – Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation
Face

NARS

Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„The foundation from my YouTube tutorial “Victoria’s Secret Angel Makeup”.“

Finish
Radiant
Coverage
Full
Skill level
Intermediate
Price
€€€
Fenty Beauty – Diamond Bomb All-Over Diamond Veil
Face

Fenty Beauty

Diamond Bomb All-Over Diamond Veil

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„My glow from my YouTube tutorial “Victoria’s Secret Angel Makeup”.“

Finish
Radiant
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€€
NYX Professional Makeup – Buttermelt Powder Blush
Face

NYX Professional Makeup

Buttermelt Powder Blush

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„A powder blush that melts in like butter – a touch brings warmth to the skin, especially with bold eyes.“

Finish
Satin
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€
Used in: Runway Blue
Anastasia Beverly Hills – Soft Glam Palette
Eyes

Anastasia Beverly Hills

Soft Glam Palette

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„From soft to dramatic – my favourite shades for every occasion in one palette.“

Finish
Satin
Skill level
Intermediate
Price
€€€
Used in: Night out Glam

Alternative: Maybelline – The Nudes Eyeshadow Palette

Lancôme – Lash Idôle Mascara
Eyes

Lancôme

Lash Idôle Mascara

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„For falsies-like lashes – volume and length without any clumping.“

Skill level
Beginner
Price
€€€
Used in: After Dark Glam

Alternative: L'Oréal Paris – Lash Paradise Mascara

Charlotte Tilbury – Pillow Talk Eyeliner
Eyes

Charlotte Tilbury

Pillow Talk Eyeliner

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„The perfect soft brown that instantly makes eyes look bigger.“

Finish
Satin
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€€
Used in: After Dark Glam
Sephora Collection – Intense Ink Waterproof Eyeliner
Eyes

Sephora Collection

Intense Ink Waterproof Eyeliner

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„Deep black and waterproof – my liner for a crisp, classic wing.“

Finish
Matte
Skill level
Intermediate
Price
€
Used in: Iconic Red
Made By Mitchell – Gel Gleam Cream Eyeshadow – Hotter Than Ever
Eyes

Made By Mitchell

Gel Gleam Cream Eyeshadow – Hotter Than Ever

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„One of the two colours from my YouTube tutorial “Smokey Eye with Only 2 Colors”.“

Finish
Radiant
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€€
Urban Decay – Eyeshadow Primer Potion – Original
Eyes

Urban Decay

Eyeshadow Primer Potion – Original

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„My eyelid primer in my YouTube tutorial “Smokey Eye with Only 2 Colors”.“

Skill level
Beginner
Price
€€
Sephora Collection – 12H Retractable Eyeliner Waterproof
Eyes

Sephora Collection

12H Retractable Eyeliner Waterproof

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„The eyeliner from my YouTube tutorial “Smokey Eye with Only 2 Colors”.“

Skill level
Beginner
Price
€
Sephora Collection – Size Up Waterproof Mascara
Eyes

Sephora Collection

Size Up Waterproof Mascara

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„The mascara from my YouTube tutorial “Smokey Eye with Only 2 Colors”.“

Skill level
Beginner
Price
€
NYX Professional Makeup – Metallic Glitter – 05
Eyes

NYX Professional Makeup

Metallic Glitter – 05

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„The eye glitter from my YouTube tutorial “Victoria’s Secret Angel Makeup”.“

Finish
Radiant
Skill level
Intermediate
Price
€
Clinique – High Impact Custom Black Kajal
Eyes

Clinique

High Impact Custom Black Kajal

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„The kohl liner from my YouTube tutorial “Victoria’s Secret Angel Makeup”.“

Skill level
Beginner
Price
€€
Huda Beauty – Empowered Eyeshadow Palette
Eyes

Huda Beauty

Empowered Eyeshadow Palette

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„Warm bronze, brown and gold shades that blend out softly – my palette for the smoky evening eye.“

Finish
Satin
Skill level
Intermediate
Price
€€€
Used in: After Dark Glam
Huda Beauty – Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette
Eyes

Huda Beauty

Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„Small, handy and everything a nude eye needs – perfect for your handbag and for beginners.“

Finish
Satin
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€€
Anastasia Beverly Hills – Modern Renaissance Palette
Eyes

Anastasia Beverly Hills

Modern Renaissance Palette

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„A classic: warm rose, red and brown shades that blend like a dream – ideal for romantic and smoky looks.“

Finish
Matte
Skill level
Intermediate
Price
€€€
NYX Professional Makeup – Ultimate Shadow Palette – Warm Neutrals
Eyes

NYX Professional Makeup

Ultimate Shadow Palette – Warm Neutrals

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„Warm nudes at a small price – every everyday look works with it, and it’s perfect for practising.“

Finish
Satin
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€
Queen Tarzi – The Royal Mascara – Lengthening
Eyes

Queen Tarzi

The Royal Mascara – Lengthening

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„For long, defined lashes – separates every single lash and lengthens without clumping.“

Skill level
Beginner
Price
€€
Queen Tarzi – The Royal Liner – Intense Black
Eyes

Queen Tarzi

The Royal Liner – Intense Black

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„Deep black and matte with a fine tip – I draw the liner that gives the look its definition with it.“

Finish
Matte
Skill level
Intermediate
Price
€€
Used in: Runway Blue
Queen Tarzi – False Lashes
Eyes

Queen Tarzi

False Lashes

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„Full, fluffy lashes for a big entrance – they open up the eyes and complete the eye look.“

Skill level
Intermediate
Price
€€
Used in: Runway Blue
Charlotte Tilbury – Matte Revolution – Pillow TalkHoly Grail
Lips

Charlotte Tilbury

Matte Revolution – Pillow Talk

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„My signature nude – it truly flatters every skin tone.“

Finish
Matte
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€€€
Dior – Addict Lip Glow Oil
Lips

Dior

Addict Lip Glow Oil

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„A nourishing oil with a hint of colour for cared-for, glossy lips.“

Finish
Dewy
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€€€
Used in: After Dark Glam

Alternative: e.l.f. – Glow Reviver Lip Oil

MAC – Matte Lipstick – Velvet Teddy
Lips

MAC

Matte Lipstick – Velvet Teddy

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„The iconic matte nude for a timelessly elegant look.“

Finish
Matte
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€€
Used in: Night out Glam

Alternative: NYX – Soft Matte Lip Cream

MAC – Retro Matte Lipstick – Ruby Woo
Lips

MAC

Retro Matte Lipstick – Ruby Woo

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„The iconic blue-red – one product and you’re instantly dressed up.“

Finish
Matte
Skill level
Intermediate
Price
€€
Used in: Iconic Red
MAC – Lip Pencil – Brick
Lips

MAC

Lip Pencil – Brick

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„My liner for Ruby Woo – a precise outline that won’t feather.“

Finish
Matte
Skill level
Intermediate
Price
€€
Used in: Iconic Red
Huda Beauty – Lip Contour 2.0
Lips

Huda Beauty

Lip Contour 2.0

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„Creamy, matte and no sharpening needed – I use it to define the lip line before gloss or lipstick goes on top.“

Finish
Matte
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€€
NYX Professional Makeup – Lip Lingerie Lip Liner Stain – Up To No Good
Lips

NYX Professional Makeup

Lip Lingerie Lip Liner Stain – Up To No Good

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„A cool brown for the perfect nude outline – the stain lasts for hours, even long after the gloss is gone.“

Finish
Matte
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€
MAC – Lip Pencil – Chestnut
Lips

MAC

Lip Pencil – Chestnut

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„My MAC liner in Chestnut for the outline – it anchors the gloss and makes lips look fuller.“

Finish
Matte
Skill level
Intermediate
Price
€€
Used in: Runway Blue
Sephora Collection – Outrageous Plump Lip Gloss
Lips

Sephora Collection

Outrageous Plump Lip Gloss

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„Glossy, rosy nude with a plumping effect – the lip stays calm and the eyes keep the starring role.“

Finish
Radiant
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€
Used in: Runway Blue
Sephora Collection – Outrageous Intense Plumping Lip Gloss – 01
Lips

Sephora Collection

Outrageous Intense Plumping Lip Gloss – 01

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„The gloss from my YouTube tutorial “Victoria’s Secret Angel Makeup”.“

Finish
Radiant
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€
KIKO Milano – Long Lasting Colour Lip Marker – 107
Lips

KIKO Milano

Long Lasting Colour Lip Marker – 107

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„My lip liner from my YouTube tutorial “Victoria’s Secret Angel Makeup”.“

Finish
Matte
Skill level
Beginner
Price
€
Real Techniques – Buffing Brush
Brushes & Tools

Real Techniques

Buffing Brush

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„My foundation brush: dense, soft and rounded – I buff foundation in with circular motions until it looks like a second skin.“

Skill level
Beginner
Price
€
Used in: Iconic Red
Real Techniques – Contour Brush
Brushes & Tools

Real Techniques

Contour Brush

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„Small and domed – perfect for concealer under the eyes, for contouring and for targeted powder when baking.“

Skill level
Beginner
Price
€
Niré Beauty – 305 Radiant Blush Brush
Brushes & Tools

Niré Beauty

305 Radiant Blush Brush

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„Large, soft and fluffy – I set the complexion with powder and gently sweep away the excess after baking.“

Skill level
Beginner
Price
€
Sephora Collection – N°04 Blush Brush
Brushes & Tools

Sephora Collection

N°04 Blush Brush

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„Angled and soft – I place blush on the cheekbones and blend it up towards the temples.“

Skill level
Beginner
Price
€
Fenty Beauty – Cheek-Hugging Highlight Brush 120
Brushes & Tools

Fenty Beauty

Cheek-Hugging Highlight Brush 120

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„The curved shape hugs the cheekbone – so highlighter lands exactly where the light should catch it.“

Skill level
Beginner
Price
€
Sephora Collection – Flawless Complexion Sponge
Brushes & Tools

Sephora Collection

Flawless Complexion Sponge

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„Slightly damp, I use it to press in foundation and concealer – and when baking, I press the powder in gently with the tip.“

Skill level
Beginner
Price
€
Used in: After Dark Glam
La Roche-Posay – Hyalu B5 Serum
Skincare

La Roche-Posay

Hyalu B5 Serum

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„A hyaluronic hydration boost that plumps skin instantly.“

Skill level
Beginner
Price
€€
Best for
All skin typesDry skin
Used in: Wine & Dine Glam

Alternative: The Ordinary – Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5

CeraVe – Moisturising Cream
Skincare

CeraVe

Moisturising Cream

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„My daily base – rich, soothing and suited to every skin type.“

Skill level
Beginner
Price
€
Best for
Dry skinSensitive skinNormal skin
Paula's Choice – 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
Skincare

Paula's Choice

2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

Miriam Olivia's verdict

„Refines pores and reveals a smoother complexion overnight.“

Skill level
Intermediate
Price
€€
Best for
Oily skinCombination skin

Alternative: The Ordinary – Salicylic Acid 2% Solution

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