Best beauty empties from ZTYLEZ: three Hong Kong makeup and styling pros, beauty influencer Christy Lee, Hins Cheung’s stylist Constance, and celebrity makeup artist Daniel Ng, reveal their top five used up products for the first half of the year and share summer makeup and skincare tips.
Beauty expert Christy
Christy Lee posts frequent reels that show her everyday favorites, from skincare to makeup, and she is deliberate about both routine and product choice. Because she tests many products in short periods, she said her skin sometimes needs extra care. Lately she has focused more on exfoliation than hydration, and she keeps pre makeup moisturizing routines deliberately simple.
Dior Beauty Prestige Le Baume Démaquillant
Christy said the balm feels like a treatment and an oil cleanser in one. “It transforms from a beeswax balm into an oil, dissolves impurities and removes long wearing makeup. I use it mainly for foundation removal. It cleans well, yet my skin never feels tight afterwards, it feels soft.”
Fresh Kombucha Facial Treatment Essence
“This is a very light facial essence,” she said. “My skin stays steady when I use it. It is suitable for Hong Kong weather year round. Sometimes I do a pre makeup sheet mask with it to give quick hydration, and it does not conflict with other base makeup products.”
Make Up For Ever HD SKIN Powder Foundation
“This is my everyday carry. The powder is finely milled with strong coverage. It works equally well for setting makeup or touch ups, and it is my go to for concealing under eye areas.”
JUNG SAE MMOOL Beauty Artist Eye Palette, Red Brown
“This has been my favorite eyeshadow palette lately,” Christy said. “On short trips I can bring only this palette. The six shades are multifunctional, useful for lower lid highlights, blush, liner, and adding depth under the eye.”
Gisou Honey Infused Hydrating Lip Oil, Strawberry Sorbet
“I bought this at Sephora in Canada,” she said. “It is the most pigmented pure lip oil I have used. You do not need a lip tint underneath, the color is very flattering, like strawberry jam, and it smells like strawberry jelly.”
Christys exclusive summer makeup and skincare tips
Christy emphasized that to keep makeup from feeling heavy you should keep pre makeup hydration simple. She usually applies one lightweight hydrating serum and a moisturizing sunscreen. She also reminded readers to clean tools often and replace brushes and sponges regularly.
For events and on camera, Christy avoids looking oily under lights while still wanting a luminous finish. She uses selective setting techniques: under the eyes she favors Make Up For Ever HD SKIN powder, and for other areas she uses Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Brightening Powder.
Constance, Hins Cheung’s stylist
Hins Cheung’s stylist and influencer Constance recommended her five most used products from the first half of the year. With dry sensitive skin, she chooses products carefully, favors minimal routines, and leans toward lightweight textures. Her approach is about using as few products as necessary for healthy skin.
Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye Supercharged
Constance said the eye formula delivers long lasting hydration. “It keeps the eye area moisturized all day and helps reduce fine lines. I use it to massage around the eyes and it helps with dark circles and puffiness.”
Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair
“It absorbs quickly,” she said. “In air conditioned environments in summer or dry winter weather, my skin feels comfortable and nourished after applying it at night. It has a subtle scent that helps me relax before sleep.”
Kiehl’s Hydro Plumping Hydrating Serum
“I use this serum in the morning for strong hydration that still feels dry to the touch and absorbs fast,” Constance said. “It does not make skin tacky during the day. Applied before moisturizer it helps skin hold moisture longer.”
Fr e9d e9ric Malle perfume Outrageous Sophia Grojsman
“I have long admired the brand for its distinct scents and collaboration with different perfumers,” Constance said. “This one blends floral notes with sandalwood for a unique effect.”
LA BRUKET Lip Balm 017
“I wear lip balm all day,” she said. “This formula provides the right amount of moisture without being sticky. The design makes it easy to apply and it stays hydrating for hours. I use it at least three times a day.”
Constances exclusive summer makeup and skincare tips
With dry sensitive skin Constance favors minimal steps and light textures. “The less product I apply, the better the overall skin health,” she said. For makeup she avoids full heavy foundation to reduce texture issues and the appearance of clogged pores.
Celebrity makeup artist Daniel
With more than 12 years of experience, Daniel Ng has worked long term with artists including Grace Chan, Yan Ting, Myolie Wu, and Irene Kim, and he shared the products he finished in the first half of the year. His list reflects tools and treatments he trusts on set and on clients.
La Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask
Daniel said he uses this before working with stars to address contour and de puffing. “I have used four jars. After cleansing I massage it in first to lift contours and reduce puffiness. The texture is gelato like, light and smoothing. Most important, you can apply makeup right after without rinsing, so skin stays camera ready all day.”
Tatcha Gold Camellia Beauty Oil
“Oil based care is my secret,” he said. “This camellia oil contains gold flakes that help brighten the complexion. It softens surface texture and helps serums keep skin balanced through long shoots, so makeup sits and does not cake or slide off.”
MZ Skin LightMAX MiniPro EYECONIC
“This LED eye device is not a typical empty bottle, but it is a tool I use until it needs replacement,” Daniel said. “Stick it under the eye for 10 minutes and it visibly softens fine lines and improves skin texture. After using it before makeup clients and artists tell me their eyes look brighter on camera.”
ONE SIZE On Til Dawn Setting Spray
“This is my secret weapon,” he said. “The mist is ultra fine, so it never leaves droplets that could disturb makeup. It is water resistant, sweat proof, and performs even in rain or when someone cries on set. The scent is nearly neutral so it works for anyone. The only downside is frequent sell outs, but when I have it, touch ups are effortless.”
Pro X by OLAY Tone Perfection Spot Fading Essence
“The texture is thin and disappears into skin,” Daniel said. “At night I apply three pumps to treat skin while it repairs. After using two bottles over about six weeks I could see brighter, more even tone. I recommend three pumps at night and one in the morning for maintenance.”
Daniels exclusive summer makeup and skincare tips
Daniel, who said his skin is combination leaning oily, uses cleansing oil nightly to dissolve pore congestion and dead skin. He pairs it with disposable cleansing cloths to emulsify and keep pores clear, which helps to prevent breakouts.
Before leaving the house in summer he always applies a light dusting of loose powder to keep skin fresh and reduce direct contact with dust that can cause irritation and clogged pores. On set he brings a ring light and quick snacks to keep energy up during tightly scheduled shoots.
Takeaways for shoppers and readers
These three professionals offered practical guidance for summer routines while recommending their best beauty empties. Whether you prioritize hydration, minimalism, or camera ready finishes, each list focuses on reliable formulas and tools that earned repeated use.
For readers seeking a short shopping list, the core themes were simple routines, targeted treatments under the eyes, and selective setting to preserve luminosity without heaviness. Try one product at a time and see how it affects your skin through heat and air conditioning this summer.
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