Hello my precious jewels—this video is my Best Makeup of 2025, and I’m talking about the products I truly reached for the most all year. No first impressions and no “one-time” favorites—these are my core staples that never disappoint me, especially on my oily, textured skin. If I had to pack one makeup bag (or if I lost everything and had to start over), these are the exact types of products I’d repurchase because they consistently wear beautifully and keep my makeup looking lifelike. I start with primers because, to me, that’s the real pre-foundation step. I’m sharing my ride-or-die Smashbox Photo Finish primers (mattifying and glow), plus my Danessa Myricks Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder picks that blur, smooth, and help control oil—especially when my cheeks want to show every pore. Then I get into my everyday skincare prep that makes my base go on smoother (Clinique + Lancôme staples, plus budget-friendly Bioma and e.l.f. combos that shocked me). After that, I break down foundations I kept coming back to, my most-loved concealers, and powders that literally “erase” harsh lines and elevate the finish. And yes—I also get into blushes and bronzers I loved in 2025, including formulas that are especially gorgeous on deeper skin tones. This is the kind of roundup you watch when you want makeup that performs, lasts, and is actually worth your money.