YouTube Star Karen Yeung Wins a Teen Vogue Game Changer Award
If you’ve ever craved a cohesive (and chic) aesthetic on social media, you’ve probably come across the queen of cool Karen Yeung (AKA, IAMKARENO). From her makeup tutorials that cover everything from holographic beauty to skincare, to her swoon-worthy Instagram feed, to her ever-changing hair color, Karen is a true aesthete on every. single. level. "I started posting on YouTube after watching people like Michelle Phan," Karen explains. "It really inspired me looking at them being able to accomplish so much and just loving what they do. I didn't think anyone was going to watch my videos, but it was so addicting that I just kept uploading week after week. I think having that consistent content coming out was how I started building my fan base." That fan base is now over 1.2 million users on YouTube and 456,000 on Instagram — and counting.
Karen was a natural choice to win one of Teen Vogue's Beauty Game Changer Awards, but we had to ask: what makes a game changing product for her? As expected, Karen's picks are all as cool and creative as she is — and they're all just one click away.
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2/12Anastasia Beverly Hills Glow Kit in Moonchild
"I love this palette because it's suitable for all skin tones — from light to deep. It's heaven when you mix 'Blue Ice' and 'Pink Heart' for a fairy-like glow."
3/12Too Cool For School Max In Pocket Lip Balm
"I can't get over the packaging from Too Cool For School! It's always a conversation starter taking my lip balm out of my purse because it's just so cute. I also love the colored tint, which gives my lips a naturally healthy and supple look."
$12, sephora.com.
4/12Dr Jart Dermaclear Micro Milk Peel
"As crazy as this sounds, skincare comes before makeup in my book. I use this peel at least once a week to exfoliate and it's great for someone like me with sensitive skin."
$32, sephora.com.
5/12LORAC Pro Matte Liquid Lipstick in Mauve
"This is the perfect girl-next-door shade. This lipstick is definitely a staple in my everyday makeup routine because it's a hydrating matte lip that goes great with many casual looks."
$19, kohls.com.
6/12Too Cool For School Egg Cream Mask Hydration
"The packaging is super duper cute and they don't skimp out on product. When you open this, the mask is dripping with hydrating goodies and it gives my skin a noticeable tightening effect."
$6, sephora.com.
7/12Chanel Illusion D’Ombre Eyeshadow in Rouge Brulé
"I'm a fuss-free person when it comes to makeup, and this makes my life so much easier. My favorite colors to use on my eyes are copper/orange tones, and this eyeshadow provides the richest and silkiest pigments with just a light tap of a finger."
$36, chanel.com.
8/12NYX Ombre Blush
"You can get a high-end ombre blush look without breaking your bank by using this bad boy. The pigment is ridiculously good; you can even use it as eyeshadow. My favorite look with the blush is a bare-eyed, rosy cheeks look."
$10, nyxcosmetics.com.
9/12Essence I Love Colour Intensifying Eyeshadow Base
"Every girl should have an eyeshadow base in their makeup kit. I love how this one prevents creasing and makes even the dullest of eye shadows pop on my lids."
$3.49, ulta.com.
10/12Huda Beauty Liquid Matte Lipstick
"The Huda Beauty Liquid Matte Lipstick is one of my favorite matte formulas because it's super lightweight, doesn't dry out even after a full day's wear, and reapplies easily without the 'cracked desert' look."
$20, sephora.com.
11/12Hourglass Ambient Light Correcting Primer
"This is one of the most lightweight skin-blurring primers I've used and it's definitely a plus to color correct your face before starting your makeup routine. You want a healthy base layer to build on your foundation."
$44, sephora.com.
