Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
Ariana Grande and Halsey both promise next-level glam – but which pop star’s makeup actually performs? I test R.E.M. Beauty and About-Face side by side in real time to see who really wins. Expect honest results, zero drama, and one very sparkly face.
📌 Videos mentioned:
October Makeup Capsule:
youtu.be/caInC3_SXTc
September Makeup Bag:
youtu.be/6ZTA5BGlh5k
📌 If you'd like extra content, join me on
Patreon: patreon.com/c/TheStyleStumbler
YouTube: youtube.com/TheStyleStumbler/join
Both offer the same extra videos – I post on both platforms so you can choose the one that's more convenient for you. Patreon also has a free tier, where I post blogs too!
📌 Makeup discussed:
(Affiliate links)
SENSAI | Absolute Silk Illuminative Cream
go.shopmy.us/p-27169842
Teint Idole Ultra Wear All Over Full Coverage Concealer (shade 215 or 023, depending on the region)
go.shopmy.us/p-26602427
The liquid bronzer I currently use to warm up my winter foundations:
MAKEUP BY MARIO | SoftSculpt Bronzing & Shaping Serum
go.shopmy.us/p-26025460
ABOUT-FACE | The Performer Skin-Focused Foundation (L2 neutral)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169438
R.E.M. BEAUTY | Sweetener Foundation (Light 2nw)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169414
R.E.M. BEAUTY | Dreamglow Highlight Serum (Quartz)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169425
CHARLOTTE TILBURY | Hollywood Flawless Filter
go.shopmy.us/p-26603079
AURIC | Glow Lust
go.shopmy.us/p-8944480
R.E.M. BEAUTY | Eclipse Cheek & Lip Stick (Audition)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169413
ABOUT-FACE | The Curtain Call (Bow)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169443
ABOUT-FACE | Matte Fluid Eye Paint (Smell b4 Rain)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169561
R.E.M. BEAUTY | Starlet Lustrous Liquid Eyeshadow (Comet)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169427
R.E.M. BEAUTY | Starlet Lustrous Liquid Eyeshadow (Horoscope)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169428
R.E.M. BEAUTY | Starlet Lustrous Liquid Eyeshadow (Muse)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169409
ABOUT - FACE | Volumizing Mascara
go.shopmy.us/p-21914085
ABOUT-FACE | Blurred Matte Lip Plump (Coquette)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169440
R.E.M. BEAUTY | Glossy Balm (Shirley)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169412
📌 The microphone I use:
(Affiliate link)
amzn.to/3Q2JPkO
Timestamps:
00:00 Celebrity Makeup Face-Off – Ariana Grande vs Halsey
00:41 Skin Prep for a Split-Face Test
01:13 Foundation Shades – Setting Up the Battle
02:20 About-Face Performer Foundation Application & Thoughts
04:20 R.E.M. Beauty Sweetener Foundation Application & Texture Test
05:01 Foundation Comparison – Dewy vs Matte Results
05:41 R.E.M. Beauty Dreamglow Highlight Serum Review – Love or Letdown?
09:06 Eclipse Blush & Lip Stick from R.E.M. Beauty – Used as Blush
10:24 Curtain Call Powder from About-Face – Blurring or Breakdown?
12:43 Highlight Serum Check-In – Did It Finally Set?
13:23 Eyeshadow Showdown Begins
13:51 About-Face Matte Fluid Eye Paint Demo – Crease-Proof or Hype?
14:58 R.E.M. Beauty Comet Liquid Eyeshadow Application – Everyday Sparkle Test
16:07 R.E.M. Beauty Eyeshadows – Subtle Shimmer vs Full Glitter
16:45 Highlight Serum Update – The Final Verdict
17:25 Eyeshadow Swatches – All Shades Side by Side
18:56 R.E.M. Beauty Horoscope Eyeshadow – Silvery Taupe on the Lids
20:46 R.E.M. Beauty Muse Eyeshadow – Quick Depth & Dimension
21:40 About-Face 1994 Volumizing Mascara – Real-World Wear Test
23:02 About-Face Blurred Matte Lip Plump – Soft Focus or Sting?
24:25 R.E.M. Beauty Eclipse Blush & Lip Stick – Lip Application & Feel
25:28 Lip Comparison – Plumper vs Cream Stick
26:05 R.E.M. Beauty Essential Drip Glossy Balm – Sheer Coral Shine
27:31 Full Product Round-Up – Hits, Misses & Surprises
33:49 Final Verdict – Which Celebrity Brand Actually Wins?
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📌 Links & Discount Codes
If you shop through my affiliate links & use my codes, my channel makes a small commission. It's a great way to support me if there's something that you plan to buy. But keep in mind: makeup is just dirt, and skincare is just soothing goop. The true joy comes from using what we have. 😉 ♡
♡ SALT NY: go.shopmy.us/p-11974406
Use code STUMBLEINSTYLE on Salt NY's website for 10% off
♡ CALECIM: calecimprofessional.com/discount/StumbleInStyle
Use code StumbleInStyle on Calecim's site for 15% off your order
♡ QUEEN MUSIA: go.shopmy.us/p-4373006
Use code StumbleInStyle on QM's site for 10% off your order
♡ ESUM Cosmetics: esumcosmetics.com/?aff=99
♡ SLEEP & GLOW Beauty Pillows: go.shopmy.us/p-18622066
Use code StumbleInStyle for $/€/£15 off pillows & blankets and 10% off the rest of the catalogue
♡ Would you like to make your own affiliate links? Use the following link to join ShopMy: shopmy.us/join/thestylestumbler
📌 Links to my style profiles:
Instagram: instagram.com/thestylestumbler
TikTok: tiktok.com/@thestylestumbler
Ariana Grande and Halsey both promise next-level glam – but which pop star’s makeup actually performs? I test R.E.M. Beauty and About-Face side by side in real time to see who really wins. Expect honest results, zero drama, and one very sparkly face.
📌 Videos mentioned:
October Makeup Capsule:
youtu.be/caInC3_SXTc
September Makeup Bag:
youtu.be/6ZTA5BGlh5k
📌 If you'd like extra content, join me on
Patreon: patreon.com/c/TheStyleStumbler
YouTube: youtube.com/TheStyleStumbler/join
Both offer the same extra videos – I post on both platforms so you can choose the one that's more convenient for you. Patreon also has a free tier, where I post blogs too!
📌 Makeup discussed:
(Affiliate links)
SENSAI | Absolute Silk Illuminative Cream
go.shopmy.us/p-27169842
Teint Idole Ultra Wear All Over Full Coverage Concealer (shade 215 or 023, depending on the region)
go.shopmy.us/p-26602427
The liquid bronzer I currently use to warm up my winter foundations:
MAKEUP BY MARIO | SoftSculpt Bronzing & Shaping Serum
go.shopmy.us/p-26025460
ABOUT-FACE | The Performer Skin-Focused Foundation (L2 neutral)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169438
R.E.M. BEAUTY | Sweetener Foundation (Light 2nw)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169414
R.E.M. BEAUTY | Dreamglow Highlight Serum (Quartz)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169425
CHARLOTTE TILBURY | Hollywood Flawless Filter
go.shopmy.us/p-26603079
AURIC | Glow Lust
go.shopmy.us/p-8944480
R.E.M. BEAUTY | Eclipse Cheek & Lip Stick (Audition)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169413
ABOUT-FACE | The Curtain Call (Bow)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169443
ABOUT-FACE | Matte Fluid Eye Paint (Smell b4 Rain)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169561
R.E.M. BEAUTY | Starlet Lustrous Liquid Eyeshadow (Comet)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169427
R.E.M. BEAUTY | Starlet Lustrous Liquid Eyeshadow (Horoscope)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169428
R.E.M. BEAUTY | Starlet Lustrous Liquid Eyeshadow (Muse)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169409
ABOUT - FACE | Volumizing Mascara
go.shopmy.us/p-21914085
ABOUT-FACE | Blurred Matte Lip Plump (Coquette)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169440
R.E.M. BEAUTY | Glossy Balm (Shirley)
go.shopmy.us/p-27169412
📌 The microphone I use:
(Affiliate link)
amzn.to/3Q2JPkO
Timestamps:
00:00 Celebrity Makeup Face-Off – Ariana Grande vs Halsey
00:41 Skin Prep for a Split-Face Test
01:13 Foundation Shades – Setting Up the Battle
02:20 About-Face Performer Foundation Application & Thoughts
04:20 R.E.M. Beauty Sweetener Foundation Application & Texture Test
05:01 Foundation Comparison – Dewy vs Matte Results
05:41 R.E.M. Beauty Dreamglow Highlight Serum Review – Love or Letdown?
09:06 Eclipse Blush & Lip Stick from R.E.M. Beauty – Used as Blush
10:24 Curtain Call Powder from About-Face – Blurring or Breakdown?
12:43 Highlight Serum Check-In – Did It Finally Set?
13:23 Eyeshadow Showdown Begins
13:51 About-Face Matte Fluid Eye Paint Demo – Crease-Proof or Hype?
14:58 R.E.M. Beauty Comet Liquid Eyeshadow Application – Everyday Sparkle Test
16:07 R.E.M. Beauty Eyeshadows – Subtle Shimmer vs Full Glitter
16:45 Highlight Serum Update – The Final Verdict
17:25 Eyeshadow Swatches – All Shades Side by Side
18:56 R.E.M. Beauty Horoscope Eyeshadow – Silvery Taupe on the Lids
20:46 R.E.M. Beauty Muse Eyeshadow – Quick Depth & Dimension
21:40 About-Face 1994 Volumizing Mascara – Real-World Wear Test
23:02 About-Face Blurred Matte Lip Plump – Soft Focus or Sting?
24:25 R.E.M. Beauty Eclipse Blush & Lip Stick – Lip Application & Feel
25:28 Lip Comparison – Plumper vs Cream Stick
26:05 R.E.M. Beauty Essential Drip Glossy Balm – Sheer Coral Shine
27:31 Full Product Round-Up – Hits, Misses & Surprises
33:49 Final Verdict – Which Celebrity Brand Actually Wins?
♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡
📌 Links & Discount Codes
If you shop through my affiliate links & use my codes, my channel makes a small commission. It's a great way to support me if there's something that you plan to buy. But keep in mind: makeup is just dirt, and skincare is just soothing goop. The true joy comes from using what we have. 😉 ♡
♡ SALT NY: go.shopmy.us/p-11974406
Use code STUMBLEINSTYLE on Salt NY's website for 10% off
♡ CALECIM: calecimprofessional.com/discount/StumbleInStyle
Use code StumbleInStyle on Calecim's site for 15% off your order
♡ QUEEN MUSIA: go.shopmy.us/p-4373006
Use code StumbleInStyle on QM's site for 10% off your order
♡ ESUM Cosmetics: esumcosmetics.com/?aff=99
♡ SLEEP & GLOW Beauty Pillows: go.shopmy.us/p-18622066
Use code StumbleInStyle for $/€/£15 off pillows & blankets and 10% off the rest of the catalogue
♡ Would you like to make your own affiliate links? Use the following link to join ShopMy: shopmy.us/join/thestylestumbler
📌 Links to my style profiles:
Instagram: instagram.com/thestylestumbler
TikTok: tiktok.com/@thestylestumbler
