It's been a busy ol' month for singer Grimes, AKA Claire Elise Boucher (more on that below), but that doesn't mean she's not here to serve up a hefty dose of self-love and badass confidence through the medium of gorgeous makeup, a fire selfie and a badass caption.
(To get you up to speed, if the name sounds familiar and you haven't heard her incredible music, here! you! go! But you might also have heard that she recently gave birth to a baby fathered by robo-celeb Elon Musk, named X Æ A-12 - you can read aaaaand here's your guide to getting your head around that one....)
Back to the case at hand - the singer took to Instagram to post a selfie captioned with the greatest clap-back to anyone who'd ever made comments about the shape of her nose and what she calls a her 'weird face' (hard-disagree, Grimes, but do continue...)
Boucher is adorned with a bejewelled head-dress attached to a headband, and her chosen beat is glorious. There's the alabaster foundation speckled with fake freckles on her cheekbones and nose bridge, along with a smokey taupe eyeshadow wash and black kohl on her waterlines. It doesn't look like she's opted for a lip colour - but can we appreciate how gifted she is in that department?
Her caption reads:
"ppl make fun of my big nose and weird face but I think it’s cool to be strange. Took me a while to figure out how to make makeup look good cuz regular tricks don’t work. But I’m grateful to be oddly designed"
SAY IT LOUDER FOR THE PEOPLE AT THE BACK, GRIMES.
Lizzo was one of the first to jump to her defence in the comments, saying "Ur fine af", along with a string of heart emojis from Paris Hilton, fairy emojis from Lil Nas, and gushing compliments from the likes of Bella Thorne and Jessica Alba.
Fair to say who won this one, ey?
Anyway, don't mind me, I'm just off to buy one million different palettes in a sudden urge to do my own at-home experimentations 🙃.
NYX Professional Makeup Away We Glow Shadow Palette
There's not a single dud in this eyeshadow palette. Every shade is beautiful and wearable - plus, the long-wear formula will stay crease-free for hours.
With oh-so wearable shades in a selection of pinks, coppers, corals and creams, these super-pigmented, blendable eyeshadows are perfect for newbies and makeup pros alike.
Morphe are the reigning queen of budget-friendly eyeshadows, and this wearable palette is no exception.
If you want a highlight so bright it can be seen from outer space, this is the palette for you. With cream, shimmer and frost formulas, it's perfect for layering up to an all-out glow.
This bronzing highlighter palette is ideal if you like to switch up your glow. Opt for a barely-there champagne shimmer, or layer over bronzer for a glossy sun-kiss.
e.l.f. Cosmetics e.l.f. Mad for Matte Eyeshadow Palette in Summer Breeze
e.l.f have been killing it with their eyeshadow palettes of late, the Mad For Matte range offers a selection of creamy, blendable shades that work a treat for everyday eye looks.
The high-shine shimmers and creamy matte eyeshadows are a dream to blend, plus the range of wearable and bold shades allows you to create a truly unique eyeshadow look.
Bronze, highlight and blush = aka all your makeup essentials in one palette. This beauty is perfect for travelling.
For under £9 this Rimmel eyeshadow palette is a total steal. The formula is super-pigmented and easy to blend - win, win.
Zoeva are known for their impeccable eyeshadows (and makeup brushes, FYI). The Caramel Melange palette offers a selection of sophisticated warm neutrals, pick it up and I guarantee it'll be your most-used of 2019.
If you're into cherry hues, it's well worth investing in this purse-friendly palette. There are 16 shades to choose from including shimmers and mattes.
The ultimate highlight and bronze palette, Zoeva's silky powder formula is ultra glowy and long-lasting.
Everything about this eyeshadow palette is stunning, from the mattes to the shimmers to the giant mirror. LOVE.
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