Unboxing Viral Makeup Products: Are They Worth It?

Alright, y’all! Let’s talk about VIRAL MAKEUP PRODUCTS. You know the ones—those products that show up in your TikTok feed like every. single. day. If you live on social media (like me), you probably can’t escape them. Every influencer swears their makeup routine isn’t complete without these magical, life-changing products sitting on their vanity. 😱

So, I thought, “What the heck? I’m going to grab a few, unbox them, and spill the tea.” Are they really changing lives or low-key just getting too much hype? Is the packaging shiny, or is the actual product worth it? Spoiler alert: Some are WORTH the hype, and others… girl, nah.

What’s With The Viral Explosion?

Makeup is like everywhere. Thanks to social media (especially TikTok and Instagram), one person can drop a review, and BOOM—everyone and their mom is adding it to their cart. But while some products are absolute gems, others are more like fool’s gold puffed up by good editing and some filters. 🙄

So today, I’m unboxing all those viral makeup picks you see on the Gram (#theme when you’ve seen the same thing 500 times). You know the ones:

Now let’s go down the list and find out if these babies are REALLY worth the $$$ or just part of another 60-second video trend.

Product 1: Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter

Ughhh, STOP everything! This product is literally everywhere. I feel like everyone’s glowing like a dewy goddess on my TikTok feed (did someone say airbrushed realness?!). So naturally, I had to see if this was something we ALL need in our makeup lives or just another celebrity beauty brand flexing its cult status.

The claims:

It’s like… a skin tint? A highlighter? Both? It’s marketed as a flawless base that brings your skin to sofa-soft, glowing goddess levels. And let me tell you—it’s boujee af.

Application:

Okay, okay—I’ll admit, just opening this thing made me feel ✨fancy✨ af. If you’re someone who loves that no-makeup makeup look, this gives you a next-level glow with no sparkle chunkiness. The formula has this magical sheeny veil, but like, without the greasy vibes you might usually expect from dewier products.

BUT…Did It Live Up to the Hype?

I’m gonna keep it real—it’s CUTE. But at $49 a pop, you’ve gotta reallyyyyyy want that glow.

I’m obsessed with how it makes my skin look, but tbh, the coverage isn’t enough to fully use it as a foundation without layers underneath. So it’s more part of a multi-step routine than a stand-alone miracle. If you’re already a glow queen who likes layering, this might be your new BFF though.

Is it Worth It?

YES… if you’re someone who LOVES the visibly dewy, glowy skin look. If you can live happily without looking like you were born in soft white lighting, you can probably skip it (and maybe save your coins for a sale?).

Product 2: Nars Orgasm Blush

Bro. This blush is legit older than your favorite playlist. Like, Nars Orgasm might be a millennial’s favorite makeup story, but for real, it’s been in the makeup world FOREVER (okay maybe not forever, but it feels like it).

The claims:

The blush supposedly looks amazing on everybody—I’m talking every skin tone, type, you name it. It brings a pinky peach flush with a bit of glow to your cheeks.

Application:

Let me just say, opening this made me feel fancyyyyy. Like, I don’t know what it is about Nars packaging, but it makes you feel like you belong to some VIP makeup squad. 💁‍♀️

So anyway, the ✨color✨ stunnnnns in the compact. But uh, y’all… the pigment is much softer than I expected when I brushed it onto my cheeks. It wasn’t bad, it just took several dips to get the look I wanted—and I’m not out here trying to spend 10 minutes JUST on blush, okurrr?

But Did It Deliver?

If you love a soft, yass-I’m-blushing cuteness… it does the job. But, if you’re used to high-pigment blushes (like those from Juvia’s Place???), Orgasm might feel a little light.

Cute. Classy. But IDK if I need to spend $30 on something that’s really *just* OK?

Is it Worth It?

Tbh, I’d say Nars Orgasm is boujee for nostalgic reasons. It’s like that old-school fave we all used to talk about on beauty blogs. Butttt… you can totally find blushes that deliver better pigment for less. Just sayinggg. 😜

Product 3: Dior Lip Glow Oil

This one had me SHOOK. Like, this is the lip product you’ve seen on every “what’s in my makeup bag?” video lately. The gloss game has been exploding, so I picked this up thinking it’d be blessing my lips immediately with glossy, pouty goodness.

The claims:

A luxurious balm and an “oil” that’s supposed to give your lips moisture, nourishment, and a juicy af shine. You’ve probs already seen it being hyped by all the influencers showing off those glowy, pillowy lips.

Application:

Ommmggg, the packaging looks seriously boujee—it’s Dior, what can I even say?

The applicator is like, one of those doe-foot ones that make it easy to glide on, and when you put it on your lips… SHIIIIINNNNE.

And yet… I was kinda surprised?

I didn’t get as much “lip nourishment” as I expected. It’s absolutely giving gloss vibes over oil vibes, which is cool, but where’s the hydration everyone raves about!? 🤷‍♀️ It does look great though. The glow is dewy, not sticky, and I feel like Kylie as soon as I put it on. But is it anything revolutionary?

Prepare to LOOK good ❤️ But actual moisture? Hard pass.

Is it Worth It?

Girl. Not really. I mean, if you’re into the name-brand-life flex and want something boujee in your purse ok, it’s cute AF. But there are so many other amazing and hydrating lip glosses you can get for wayyy cheaper.

Recommendation? Nab a dupe and save those coins.

Product 4: Maybelline Sky High Mascara

OH-EM-GEE. This mascara has literally taken over TikTok. I kept seeing people lose their minds over it, saying it gives them crazy long, thick lashes like out of nowhere. I couldn’t wait to try it because, hiii, I’m all about progress WITHOUT profesh lash extensions.

The claims:

Crazy volume, insane length, and curls that stick around all day. They say it’s basically like falsies in a tube—and we’re all about that vibe, right?

Application:

OK this one def came through. I immediately saw a HUUGE lift and curl when I used it. Girl. It was giving me drama—a full lash moment that I was hereee for.

Not to mention, for drugstore mascara, this formula feels weightless. Seriously, like 3 layers (yes I’m that person who just KEEPS adding layers) and my lashes still felt fluttery. Not one crunchy lash in sight!

Plus it stays up all day—no smudging or flakes by 2 p.m.

Applies like a dream, lifts your lashes to *heaven*—seriously worth the buzz!

Is it Worth It?

Without a doubt! For 9 bucks, it’s a simple, affordable way to upgrade your mascara game. It’s not a viral mistake; it’s an ICON.

Buy it and thank me later. 💁‍♀️

Product 5: Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb

Another one you can’t escape! It’s been thrown across so many IG Reels. Everyone says it’s the gloss of all glosses—the shiny, non-sticky piece of heaven that’ll have your lips lookin’ juicy and full AF.

The claims:

This gloss will make your lips feel soft and hydrating, plus look extra plump… without any of that weird tingling plumping stuff.

Application:

Rihanna really said “hold my crown” with this one! Y’all. It’s GOOD. The shine? Unreal. The texture? Smooth and hydrating without feeling thick or sticky. The formula is chef’s kiss, and let me tell you—the shimmer won’t make you look like you’re wearing glitter from Claire’s circa 2005, okay? It’s subtle but it HITS.

This is one of those rare viral products that’s 100% worth the love and $$.

Is it Worth It?

Yes girl, yes. Every penny is worth it. You can wear it alone or over lipstick and it instantly pulls your look together. We stan a versatile queen! 😍

So Are They All Actually Worth The Hype?

Some of these viral products are ride-or-die level (hello Sky High Mascara and Gloss Bomb), while others are just okay but not life-changing (looking at you Dior Oil). The key takeaway: Watch out for that social media hype because sometimes it’s all fluff and filters.

But don’t stress it too much—even if the product isn’t groundbreaking, sometimes the experience of trying these viral goods is part of the fun! And if something catches your eye and you love it, that’s what matters most, boo.

So, what viral products have YOU been dying to try? Let’s keep spilling the tea in the comments 💅