Did you know you can achieve a flawless makeup look in just 15 minutes? Lisa Joy unlocks the secret to a stunning transformation in no time!
Want to look effortlessly put together in just 15 minutes? Lisa Joy, beauty influencer and skincare entrepreneur, has mastered the art of quick, flawless makeup. Known for her glowing skin and natural aesthetic, Lisa has built a beauty empire rooted in her love for skincare. From growing a loyal online community to working with multiple brands, she has made a name for herself by combining makeup and skincare into a seamless routine.
In an exclusive interview with Marie Claire Nigeria, she reveals her ultimate 15-minute beauty routine—a go-to for busy women who want to look polished without spending hours in front of a mirror.
Step 1: Prepping the skin
Lisa believes that flawless makeup starts with great skincare. She begins by applying the Ilia milky toner, pressing it into her skin rather than swiping. “This toner is super hydrating and leaves my skin feeling soft, making it the perfect base for makeup,” she says. The lightweight formula absorbs quickly, leaving her skin plump and perfectly prepped.
Step 2: Lightweight foundation for a skin-like finish
Instead of heavy coverage, Lisa opts for a lightweight foundation, using just a few pumps of the L’Oreal True Match Foundation in shade 9.5W She applies it only where it’s needed, mainly on her cheeks and forehead, where she experiences slight discolouration. With a damp beauty sponge, she dabs and blends for an even, seamless finish.
Step 3: Blush for a natural glow
Lisa’s favourite step is applying blush, and she swears by L’Oréal Lumi Liquid Blush for a radiant flush. She applies a small amount to the apples of her cheeks and blends it in with her fingers. “It melts into my skin so effortlessly and gives that natural glow-from-within look,” she explains.
Step 4: Brightening with concealer
Lisa uses L’Oréal Infallible full wear concealer for a fresh, awake look. She applies it under her eyes, chin, and forehead, blending it with a brush. Since it’s full coverage, she uses just a small amount, ensuring it brightens without looking heavy. A key tip? She blends the edges into her blush to avoid any harsh contrast.
Step 5: Adding more blush for depth
Yes, blush again! Lisa layers another light touch of Lumi LE Liquid Blush to enhance the warmth in her skin. She pats it in gently, ensuring it blends seamlessly into the concealer and foundation. “This second layer makes the blush pop without looking too intense,” she shares.
Step 6: Natural brows that frame the face
For brows, Lisa keeps it soft and natural. She fills them in using L’Oréal Brow Stylist Definer, using light strokes to mimic hair. “Since this is a natural makeup look, I don’t want my brows to be too harsh, just softly defined,” she says.
Step 7: The perfect two-toned lip combo
Lisa, known for her dimensional lip look, achieves it with Make Up For Ever dark brown lip liner. She overlines slightly for a fuller effect, then blends inward for a gradient finish. The contrast between the dark liner and a softer centre shade gives the illusion of fuller lips.
Step 8: Locking it in with setting spray
The final step? Setting spray to keep everything in place. Lisa uses L’Oréal 3-second setting mist, which she describes as the perfect blend between a setting and finishing spray. “It keeps my makeup looking fresh without making it feel tight or cakey,” she says.
Lisa struggled to narrow down to just one beauty hack—she has so many! However, if she had to choose, the ultimate beauty hack would be understanding your skin. “Your makeup will only be as good as the skin underneath,” she says. By prioritising hydration and exfoliation, she ensures that her skin is always at its best, making even the simplest makeup routine look flawless.
With this 15-minute routine, you can achieve a fresh, radiant look without any complicated techniques!
