4 Make-Up Artists Share Their 2025 Beauty Resolutions
Aiza Qureshi
“In a world full of full-coverage options, I’m keen to embrace softer, more natural make-up for day-to-day. Tinted moisturisers, sheer concealers, cheek and lip tints and a good lip oil are my essentials. I feel that focusing on skin health is key to building up the confidence to strip back on heavy make-up. A strict morning and evening skincare routine is a non-negotiable for me. As for beauty habits to leave behind in 2024, I think it’s time to say goodbye to cut creases unless they’re soft and subtle. I also think we should stop buying every viral product. Not everything suits every skin type, so recognising what works for you and staying true to your style is so important.”
“The products I’m currently obsessed with include the Simihaze Beauty Skin Suede Melting Bronze Balm, which literally melts into my skin like butter and feels undetectable when applied. Another favourite is the Glossier Cloud Paint in Spark – a gorgeous bright red that works beautifully on both cheeks and lips, with a little going a long way. My latest must-have tool is the Sublime Perfection Concealer Brush by Pat McGrath Labs, its applicator is perfect for reaching under the lower lashes with precision. I’m also loving MAC’s Lip Liner in Root For Me! – the deep cherry red is such a statement shade.
“This year, I’m excited about multi-purpose products, like the Nudestix Nudie Matte Blush in Sunkissed Pink for the bronzing trend. I’m also looking forward to trying Rhode’s new make-up. Multi-sticks are just so versatile – they’re easy to apply, blend and travel with, and you can use them on eyes, cheeks and lips for a polished look in minutes.”
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Sarah Sequeira
“My top beauty resolution for 2025 is to stay consistent with my skincare routine. It doesn’t need to be overly complicated, but I’ll be focusing on the basics – cleansing, hydration and barrier repair. When I have the luxury of time, I’d love to incorporate more skincare devices into my routine, starting with the Dr Dennis Gross LED Mask. For me, one habit we need to leave behind in 2024 is over-concealing under the eyes. That stark, bright look just isn’t natural. A little concealer goes a long way, and a lightweight eye brightener is a much better way to add radiance without overloading the area.”
“In my kit for the new year, I’ll be keeping a few key products I can’t live without. Saie Beauty’s Glowy Super Gel is one of my favourites – it’s the perfect glowy primer, adding radiance without enhancing texture. For base make-up, I’m loving Charlotte Tilbury’s Unreal Skin Sheer Glow Tint. Stripped-back skin is so popular right now, and this skin tint is so easy to apply, blends beautifully with your fingers and gives an undetectable, lit-from-within glow. Makeup Forever’s Artist Colour Pencils are also staples in my kit. They’re so versatile – you can use them on eyes, lips or the face, and the shade range runs the gamut from cool-toned nudes to deep reds and smoky greys. When it comes to correcting, I rely on Huda Beauty’s Faux Filter Corrector. It outperforms every other corrector out there, with a great shade range and a satin finish that doesn’t crease or cake. Finally, I’m obsessed with Dior’s Forever Glow Maximizer. It’s one of the few liquid highlighters that layers beautifully over powder, leaving a luminous, dewy finish without any chunky shimmer.”
“In 2025, I’m excited to try more from Westman Atelier. I’m also loving the blurred-out lip trend – it’s such a chic, modern look. There’s something so fresh about a softly blended lip line and low-contrast combos. It feels effortlessly elegant and understated.”
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Iman Khayyat
“My top beauty resolution for 2025 is simple: skin first, make-up second. I want my skin to look so good that people ask me what my skincare routine is. This year, I hope we leave behind the overly laminated brow trend. I love seeing brows that are softer, fluffier and more natural-looking – it feels so much fresher.”
“There are a few products I’ll be keeping in my kit for the new year. The Hourglass Vanish Concealer is my go-to for creating a flawless under-eye. Its creamy formula blends seamlessly into the skin, delivering a smooth, radiant finish. The Lys Contour Stick is another must-have – it’s the creamiest, most blendable contour I’ve ever used, giving my face a natural, sun-kissed warmth. For lips, Refy’s Blush Lipliner is a game-changer. It’s the perfect nude-pink shade that enhances your natural lip colour, offering soft definition for that ‘your lips but better’ look. Finally, YSL’s Brown Mascara is my secret weapon for making brown eyes pop. Its rich, deep brown shade is effortlessly chic, giving lashes beautiful definition.
“In 2025, I’m excited to experiment with more lip combinations. I’ve always stuck to my go-to pinky nude, but this year I’m looking forward to stepping out of my comfort zone and trying bolder lip shades.”
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Nina Ubhi
“My top beauty resolution for 2025 is to prioritise skin health above all else. I want to create a radiant base through skincare rather than relying on heavy layers of make-up. This year, I’m committing to regular gua sha facial massages, at-home red light therapy and a stripped-back yet effective skincare routine. In 2024, I think it’s time to leave overly heavy contouring behind. This year is all about soft sculpting and embracing your natural contours. Underpainting is one of my favourite subtle techniques – it’s a great way to enhance without masking your features.”
“For my kit, there are a few standout products I’ll be keeping for the new year. Chanel’s Les Beiges Water-Fresh Complexion Touch is a game-changer for creating fresh, dewy skin when I want a break from traditional foundations. It’s lightweight but offers just enough coverage to even out my complexion while letting natural skin shine through. The MILK Makeup Cooling Water Jelly Tint Blush in Spritz is another favourite – it leaves the perfect flush of colour on cheeks and lips, blending out to a natural, skin-like finish. Hourglass Cosmetics’ Unlocked Mascara is hands down the best I’ve ever used. It gives a natural lash extension effect and is so easy to remove, gliding off like a rubber coating around your lashes. Lastly, the Augustinus Bader Retinol Serum has been a staple in my routine for months. It’s ultra-gentle yet effective, smoothing textured skin without irritation.”
“I’m also excited to explore ‘skinimalism’ and hybrid skincare-make-up products. Brands are creating incredible formulas that treat the skin while offering coverage or colour. I’m refining techniques like underpainting, which applies contour and blush under foundation for a lit-from-within glow, and satin skin, a more realistic alternative to the glass skin trend. Both feel fresh and modern for 2025.”
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