When it comes to makeup artistry, today’s guest is a literal award-winner. Ellen Malone (better known to her loyal followers as @AskEllenBeauty) recently took home TikTok’s Creator of the Year for Beauty and Fashion—and one look at her makeup in real life tells you exactly why. 

In this episode of The Formula, Ellen joins Kelly to strip back the smoke and mirrors of social media beauty. She breaks down her "Rolls-Royce" method of underpainting—a vintage technique that makes any foundation look flawless.

Plus, Ellen explains the "baking a cake" analogy for base products, why your skincare layers might be "fighting" each other (hello, pilling!), and the gross truth about face mites and rosacea. Whether you're 20 or 101, Ellen’s philosophy is simple: it’s never too late to be fabulous.

EVERYTHING MENTIONED:

Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré Multi-Function Moisturiser, $48.

Mecca Cosmetica To Save Face SPF50+ Brightening Sunscreen, $50.

Kryolan TV Paint Stick (used for underpainting), $57. 

MAC Studio Radiance Serum-Powered Foundation, $76.

Nikkia Joy Cosmetics Velvet Finishing Powder, $58.

Make Up Forever Artist Color Pencil (in pink shades), $41. 

Dior Backstage Rosy Glow Blush (Orange), $74. 

YSL Make Me Blush Liquid Blush (Shade 44), $85.

Huda Beauty Easy Bake Loose Powder (Talc-Free), $70.

Naturium The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Body Wash (used as a face cleanser), $32.

Byoma Milky Jelly Cleanser, $24.

L'Oreal Paris Lash Paradise Mascara Primer, $15.99.

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Kelly McCarren

Guest: Ellen Malone

Producer: Ella Maitland

Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler

Video Producer: Artemi Kokkaris

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