How much makeup is too much?

Alright beauty fam, let’s have an honest convo...

“How much makeup is too much? "It's one of those loaded questions that people throw around-

but rarely answer with any real clarity. And spoiler alert: the answer ain’t just about quantity. It’s about purpose, technique, and skin health.

Let’s unpack it:

✨ 1. Too much makeup = when it’s working against you. If your makeup is separating, creasing, clinging to dry patches, or giving "cakey-cakey, not cute-cakey"… you might be layering more than your skin (or products) can handle. It’s not about how many products you’re using- it’s about whether your skin is prepped, and your formulas are playing nice together.

👩🏽‍🏫 Key takeaway: You don’t need to skip steps- you need to sequence and select smarter.

✨ 2. Too much makeup = when it’s covering more than it’s enhancing. Makeup is supposed to elevate, not erase. If your skin feels suffocated or your features feel lost, you might be using coverage as a crutch instead of a tool. And trust me, I get it. Insecurity makes us pile it on. But that’s when skincare and technique need to come into the conversation.

💡 Ask yourself: “Am I enhancing my features, or am I hiding behind the product?”

✨ 3. Too much makeup = when your skin starts fighting back. Breakouts. Congestion. Irritation. If your makeup habits are causing flare-ups or reactions, it’s time to reassess your base routine, your tools, your removal process, and how often you’re giving your skin time to breathe.

🧼 Pro tip: The most fire glam starts with clean brushes and a skincare-first mindset.

So here’s the deal- there’s no “one size fits all” when it comes to makeup. What looks like too much to someone else might be just right for you. But if your makeup isn’t sitting right, feeling right, or supporting your skin goals… we can fix that.

Use this thread to:

• Share your current routine

• Ask for advice on layering, longevity, or minimizing issues

• Post pics of what “too much” or “just right” looks like for you

Let’s talk texture, tone, and technique without the shame. The goal is to feel good, look good, and have fun doing both 💄💁🏽‍♀️