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Get Started with Makeup: The 3 Most Important Things You Need
Makeup is more than just a beauty routine, it’s an art, a confidence booster, and for many, a daily ritual. But if you’re new to it, stepping into the world of foundations, brushes, and endless lipstick shades can feel overwhelming.
But the truth is, you don’t need a full glam kit to get started. Let’s explore the essentials to get started with your makeup journey.
1. A Flawless Base Foundation or Tinted Moisturizer
Every great makeup look starts with a smooth, even base. Your skin is your canvas, and choosing the right foundation or tinted moisturizer makes all the difference.
What to consider:
- Skin type: First check If you have dry skin and then go for a hydrating formula. Oily skin? Matte or oil-free options will keep you shine-free.
- Shade match: The key to a natural look is finding a foundation that seamlessly blends with your skin tone.
- Coverage level: A tinted moisturizer gives a light, everyday glow, while foundation offers more coverage for blemishes and uneven skin.
2. The Mascara
If you want to look effortlessly put together in seconds, mascara is your best go-to plug. It opens up your eyes, makes you look more awake, and makes you radiant.
Choosing the right one:
• For volume: Go for a thickening formula to make your lashes appear fuller.
• For length: A lengthening mascara will give you that fluttery, wide-eyed effect.
• For all-day wear: Waterproof mascaras stay put but can be a little tougher to remove.
3. The Finishing Touch – Lip Color
A touch of color on your lips can instantly change your whole vibe. Whether you love red or a soft nude, lipstick or lipgloss always completes the look.
How to choose:
- For everyday wear: A nude or pink shade that complements your skin tone is perfect.
- For bold moments: Reds, deep berries, or trendy browns will make you stand out.
- For hydration: Lip balms with a tint are great for a natural, effortless glow.
Also, Lining slightly with a lip liner can make your lips look fuller but don’t go overboard!
Starting with your makeup doesn’t mean buying every product in sight. These three essentials which are a good base, mascara, and lip color are all you need to begin your journey. Once you’re comfortable, you can explore the full makeup kit box which contains eyeshadows, blush, highlighters, and more.
Most importantly, makeup should be fun, not intimidating! Experiment, find what works for you, and embrace your unique beauty. Ready to get started? Your makeup adventure begins now!
You can also Read: How to Prep Your Skin for Makeup
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Bella Okagbue Goes Full Caramel Blonde
On January 15th 2026, Bella Okagbue shared some new photos with us on her Instagram page showing a lighter blonde caramel hairstyle. The former Big Brother Naija housemate and fashion influencer appeared a shade she hadn’t worn before.

Bella Okagbue – Instagram
Her hair was styled in soft waves that enhanced the warm honey-and-gold tones. The lighter shade is different from the dark hair she usually wears and refreshes her style.
The pictures show that Bella paired the new look with a tailored two-piece outfit. She wore a fitted blazer paired with a matching mini skirt, along with heels and minimal jewellery. The outfit was simple, in a neutral shade that kept focus on her hair.

Bella Okagbue – Instagram
Her makeup was kept natural. Skin tones appeared even, eyes were softly defined, and lips stayed in nude shades. The combination of hair, outfit, and makeup appeared well together.
This change marks one of Bella’s most noticeable hair updates since leaving the BBNaija house. She has mostly maintained darker shades in the past, so this caramel blonde shows a different side of her style.

Bella Okagbue – Instagram
Bella has continued to build her career in fashion, beauty and lifestyle beyond reality TV. She has worked with several brands, including Fashion Nova and Guinness, keeping her profile active in the industry. The new hairstyle fits into her aesthetic, adding diversity while remaining recognizable to her followers.
Whether she keeps the blonde long-term or returns to darker tones, the hair change adds a new element to Bella Okagbue’s look. It shows her willingness to try out new colours offering fans a fresh perspective on her fashion choices.
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Tacha Makes the Big Chop and Joins the Pixie Club
Tacha has long been recognized for her long hairstyles, which has been a signature part of her public image. Last week, Natacha Akide, better known as Symply_Tacha, appeared with a pixie cut.
She is known for making daring choices in both style and public appearances. Her hair was cut short. The pixie sits close to the head, putting focus on her facial features instead of hair length or volume.

Symply_Tacha – Instagram
In a video she posted on her Instagram account on the day she got the Pixie haircut. Tacha, she laughs and drops a sarcastic statement, “I hope I don’t regret this forever,” but her tone makes it obvious she’s joking. There’s no second-guessing in how she speaks, it sounds like a decision she’s already settled on.
At the salon, she unexpectedly meets Tiwa Savage and greets her as “Queen Mother” after the cut, she talks about how the hair feels clean, fresh, and light, saying she loves the look and calling it “main character energy always active.” She also asked her fans if they would be getting the same hairstyle in 2026.

Symply_Tacha – Instagram
she also shared some pictures on her official Instagram page. She paired her hair with a light-yellow halter-neck maxi dress with a deep V-neckline and a thigh-high slit with a flowy shape, along with a pair of gold-rimmed square shaped sunglasses and thick gold bangles on both wrists paired with strappy-high heel sandals. The shoe has a unique laser-cut leaf motif on the straps.The outfit, simple allowing her haircut to shine while showing her personal style.
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Susy Oludele Just Gave Braids a Whole New Meaning
Susy Oludele has always been known for bold, creative hair work, and her latest braid design shows how far traditional braiding can be pushed into sculptural, three-dimensional territory. She created blonde braids shaped into stacked cubes, neatly arranged and styled on a model with albinism. Each cube is tight and aligned. The shapes are formed and anchored by slim, close-to-the-scalp braids.
Instead of lying flat or flowing, the braids stand upright, creating an architectural effect that requires extraordinary skill and control. It shows just how Susy can push braids into new shapes.

Hairbysusy – Instagram
Susy Oludele’s journey started in Nigeria at a young age. She is of Yoruba descent and began honing her craft on friends and family before taking her skills professionally. She founded hair by Susy and has built a reputation for turning braids into bold, memorable statements. She is widely recognised for her collaborations with Solange Knowles and Beyoncé, including the iconic “Lemonade” braids. She has also styled Zoë Kravitz, showing how she adapts traditional braiding techniques to modern looks.

Hairbysusy – Instagram
Her work is recognised for organic approach to styling, structure, and creativity, turning standard braids into memorable statements.
With these cube-stacked braids, Susy Oludele proves how creative braiding can be. believing that the most iconic looks come from vision and flow rather than strict trends.
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