By Georgia Lam,
One of our favourite pastimes on the internet is playing Cake or Fake, a harmless but addictive guessing game that keeps you on your toes as you discern everyday objects from cakes so cleverly sculpted, they look like an exact replica of the real deal. Plus, whoever said you can’t play with your food? Well, we're not saying it’s alright to do so, but when it comes to food-inspired makeup, it’s definitely playtime for us beauty enthusiasts. Now’s your chance to throw some colour around, whip up a delicious concoction of a meal, and be your own chef with this absolutely mouth-watering maquillage. Just be mindful not to sidetrack and start gobbling them up, though. Now that you have been warned, let’s dive deep into the list because you deserve the best.
Probably the cutest packaging of lipsticks to date, these pastel-coated bulbs on top of the lip tint’s applicator resemble Tanghulu, a sweet, fruity treat for everyone of all ages to indulge in. Similar to the candied fruits, the tints have a juicy, glossy finish that matches the exterior of those glistening glass-like layers, making your pout simply irresistible. The five adorable shades are also easy to rock, ranging from a warm apricot orange to cool soda pinks, as well as a transparent pearl glaze topper.
Recipe for a perfect summer: One sunny beach day, five sodas, and a can of whipped cream for UV protection. Yes, you read that right – just like the airy dessert topper, this innovative whipped cream mousse formula from Vacation takes the cake (pun intended) for being the most playful yet functional sunscreen to ever exist. Popping the lid off the packaging dressed in sexy retro red and off-white, one can marvel at the exact resemblance to the real deal, down to the detailing of the nozzle that dispenses a billowy light texture of creamy foam created to shield your skin from harsh UV rays. The star-shaped mountain of froth melts into your skin within seconds of application, leaving behind a dewy glow much like being gently kissed by a golden ray of warm sun. To add, the cherry on top lies in its delicious aroma of coconut and banana, as well as everything that reminds you of chilling by the poolside. Slather it all over your body and face – we guarantee you’ll keep reaching out for it, just like the dessert. Convinced to get one for yourself yet? You might want to grab it fast and check back often for restocks as they tend to fly off shelves quickly.
What appears to be an unassuming box of mints on the outside reveals a luminous shine when flipped open. This highlighter is unlike the pearly finish that most of us have stashed. Instead, the Space Age Highlighter in shade Sky Walker takes your makeup to the next level. Similar to the cool, fresh effect when you pop a mint or two, Sky Walker resembles the trail of a mermaid’s tail, with frosty blue and ultraviolet undertones in its shimmer that easily elevates any look. If you have been on TikTok long enough or if you are familiar with the movie Life of Pi, the glistening marine-blue finish on this highlighter reminds us of the gorgeous bioluminescent phytoplankton that light up the oceans with an electric neon blue glow at night, which is an absolute stunner.
Chioture Ice Cream Lip Glaze Velvet Matte Lip Puree & Watery Lip Gloss, from $9.67, shopee.sg
Makeup and ice cream – where two worlds collide. Encased in a rip-to-open ice cream bar packaging, this lip tint is also shaped like everyone’s favorite dessert, making it simply hard to resist. A feast for the eyes and an unmatched unboxing experience, these lippies also come in a variety of shades and offer two finishes: velvet matte and high gloss. They glide onto the lips effortlessly regardless of the texture, leaving your pout feeling and looking well-glazed.
Do you enjoy eating straight out of a tub of ice cream? If so, your new obsession is here. Although not fit for consumption, this Scoop Party definitely looks like it with three wash-off masks to choose from. Expect to unpack a full-sized Cake My Day hydrating mask formulated with hyaluronic acid and squalane for skin nourishing and deep hydration. The best part? It comes with sprinkles and smells like a literal cake. Not to forget two more travel-sized masks, namely Berry Groovy brightening mask and Matcha Mood soothing mask, as well as a pink Tiara headband to keep your hair out of the way. This is a mask pack that will set everyone off screaming for ice cream.
For fans of the worldwide sensation BTS, you may find this milk carton familiar. In the latest version of their reality show, In The Soop 2, band member Jungkook has yet again outsold everything in his arsenal; in this case, the Milk Baobab Body Wash in White Musk. This particular one in pink and white bears the same floral musk fragrance but formulated as a body lotion, so that you can finally smell like your favourite idol. Zhang Hao from the boy group ZeroBaseOne has also been spotted having this bottle in his room, and for a good reason. It is incredibly buttery smooth when applied, hydrating, and leaves your skin feeling soft and smooth as if you have literally taken a milk bath.
Have you seen a more delicious-looking cushion packaging? Not only does this foundation by Merry Monde look like a literal birthday cake, but it also comes packaged in a cake box, just like how you would take away the real deal from a bakery. It is formulated with Japanese cypress water for extra skin hydration and also contains SPF40 PA++ for added sun protection. Each set comes with a randomly decorative cake top from two adorable designs that allow you to have a DIY moment to stick onto the compact case, as well as a cushion puff and refill – an absolute steal if you ask us.
This article first appeared in Her World