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You really don’t need a suitcase full of makeup to look your best – just ask Molly-Mae Hague.
I’m the first to admit I overpack for holidays – especially when it comes to beauty bits. But after watching Molly-Mae’s latest TikTok, I’m rethinking everything. Her glowy, golden evening look? Achieved in minutes. And with barely any products. Yes, really.
Now, I love a good lie-in (who doesn’t?), and when I’m getting ready on holiday – or even just for work – I want to look polished without the faff. So when Molly-Mae shared her speedy glam routine from a dreamy Dubai getaway with Tommy Fury and baby Bambi in tow, I was all ears.
She used a mix of MAC, Laura Mercier, but mostly REFY – the brand that’s basically magic in minimalist packaging, not to mention formula too.
Naturally, I made a beeline for the nearest REFY counter to see if I could recreate the look.
Spoiler: I’m obsessed.
I’ve been a fan of REFY’s Lash Sculpt since it landed on my desk in 2024, and the Brow Sculpt is a forever fave. But the real stars? The cream-based heroes: Cream Bronzer in Dune and Cream Blush in Malaya. They melted into my skin like butter, giving me that ‘I woke up like this’ glow – no harsh lines, no cakey finish, just a healthy, radiant vibe.
I was a bit nervous the bronzer might be too much for my porcelain skin, but it gave me just the right warmth. Adding a dab of the Gloss Highlighter in Topaz on my cheeks and nose, and I looked like I’d spent the day basking in golden hour light – much like Mols in Dubai.
And the staying power? Impressive. After a full day of commuting, sweating, and sprinting between meetings, my makeup still looked fresh. No touch-ups needed.
So, if you’re like me – a beauty lover who wants max impact with minimal effort – take a leaf out of Molly-Mae’s book. A few clever products really can go a long way.
In total, I spent £72, which might sound like a lot, but when you need next to nothing for maximum impact – it’s worth every penny. In fact, it actually spurred me on to recycle the other blushers and bronzers I wasn’t using.
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