These days, TikTok is basically the beauty playground where hacks promise to get your base snatched, your glow serving, and your makeup baked to perfection.
But here’s the real deal: will they survive?
We put some of the most viral TikTok makeup tricks to the test under our very own humid skies (so you don’t have to).
Our final say? Some are worth adding to your everyday routine, but others… well, let’s just say: keep them on your FYP for entertainment.
1. Powder Before Foundation
The hack: Dust loose setting powder over your moisturised skin before liquid foundation for a pre-set base.
TikTok says: Matte all day, blurred pores, no cake.
Malaysia reality check: This one serves.
The powder grips your foundation so well it stays snatched till late afternoon – even when you’re melting waiting for your ride.
Just stick to a lightweight liquid foundation for that smooth, non-heavy finish.
Nuren Verdict: Slays under the sun!
2. Lipstick as Blush
The hack: Dab your go-to lipstick onto cheeks for a light and airy look.
TikTok says: Natural flush, zero guesswork on shade.
Malaysia reality check: Perfect for touch-ups in the Grab ride, but in this humidity, cream textures will slide before you know it.
Lock it in with a powder blush, and you’re golden!
Nuren Verdict: Cute, but set it to sweat-proof.
3. Soap Brows
The hack: Run clear soap through your brows for that instant clean-girl look.
TikTok says: Fluffy brow perfection without the brow bar bill.
Malaysia reality check: Looks fire for the first hour, but the heat will have it sliding faster than your contour in a rainstorm. Clear brow gel holds better in our weather.
Nuren Verdict: Not humidity-friendly.
4. Foundation + Moisturiser Mix
The hack: Blend foundation with moisturiser for your own tinted moisturiser.
TikTok says: Sheer, glowy skin with even tone.
Malaysia reality check: Perfect for no-makeup makeup days. Just make sure your moisturiser is oil-free unless you want that midday grease glow.
Nuren Verdict: Beginner-friendly, but oil-free is key.
5. White Eyeliner to Make Eyes Pop
The hack: Draw white liner on your waterline to fake bigger, brighter eyes.
TikTok says: Insta-awake in seconds.
Malaysia reality check: It works – eyes look fresh even if you skipped your morning espresso.
Just make sure it’s waterproof or it’ll be gone before your fit check.
Nuren Verdict: Small trick, big results!
6. Contouring with a Fork
The hack: Hold a fork over your nose, and contour along the sides for “perfect” lines.
TikTok says: Foolproof contour every time.
Malaysia reality check: Fun for a laugh, but blending is still non-negotiable, and the fork doesn’t really save time.
Nuren Verdict: More gimmick than glow.
Best TikTok Hacks for Malaysia’s Climate
- Must-Try: Powder before foundation, lipstick as blush, and the white eyeliner trick.
- Maybe: Foundation + moisturiser mix (choose oil-free).
- Skip: Soap brows in humidity and contouring with a fork.
TikTok hacks can totally work, but only if you adapt them for our climate. Think sweat-proof and lightweight, and always set your base if you want it to last past lunch!