Inspired by Asian schools banning makeup for middle and high schoolers, the "Gakkou" look is perfect for students looking to wear beauty products without being caught.
The "Gakkou" trend, also known as the "school look" is a a form of no-makeup makeup suitable for students with strict schools when it comes to wearing cosmetics.
This is characterized by applying minimal products to achieve an "undetectable" yet fresh and flattering everyday look when attending classes.
@itsjennze Gakkou makeup! If your school doesn’t allow makeup I’ll teach you how to get away with this no makeup makeup look Products:@TIRTIR Inc. @CANMAKE-SHOP @EM Cosmetics by Michelle Phan @MAC Cosmetics USA #schoolmakeup #nomakeupmakeup #makeuptutorial
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While it is important to follow the school rules, Tiktokers such as @JennZe find ways how to look presentable without compromising the laws, by using these recommended products.
Step #1: Lather Skin Aqua Tone Up UV Essence on the Face
The beauty influencer recommended this Japanese product as sunscreen and an alternative for color correction to even the skin tone. It also offers a hydrated and radiant finish thanks to its main components hyaluronate, Vitamin C derivative, and patented Pure Nuance Complex.
This is available in retail stores and can be bought in geessentials.co.nz for $23.
Step #2: Apply TIRTIR Your Mask Fit Tone Up Essence on the Under Eye, Nose Bridge
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To conceal dark circles without concealers or foundations, Jenn suggested TIRTIR's tone-up essence and claimed, "There is no cakiness because it's not a foundation yet the parts that I put this on are still bright."
This tone-up essence is up for grabs for $20 at yesstyle.com.
Step #3: Set Look With Canmake Tokyo Marshmallow Finish Powder
Jenn swears by this setting powder and says, "Japanese powders are amazing for blurring any texture on the skin." It comes in 3 shades for $8.
Step #4: Lift Eyelashes Using Etude's Dr. Mascara Fixer
Black mascara is easily recognizable, so it is advisable to wear something like a clear "mascara primer. "It is waterproof so it can ensure long-lasting lift.
Step#5: Fill Up Brows Using Canmake 3Way Slim Shade Liner
This is helpful when adding "unnoticeable" brow hairs, extended eyelid folds, and the "aegyo-sal."
Step #6: Use Rohto Mentholathum - Melty Cream Lip Balm for Shiny, Healthy Lips
Next, apply a lip balm for that additional shine using Jenn's recommended lip balm which also has SPF to protect the lips from getting darker in the sun.
Step #7: Finish Look With Em Cosmetics Color Drops Serum for Pinky Cheeks
Lastly, to get a natural flush, getting a serum blush is a must. This one from Em Cosmetics is retailed for $28 which promises dewy and youthful afterglow.
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