Billie Eilish recently shared her backstage beauty routine on TikTok, offering fans a glimpse into how she prepares for her “Hit Me Hard and Soft” tour performances. The 23-year-old superstar jokingly warned viewers about her amateur makeup skills, but her detailed tutorial revealed a surprisingly sophisticated approach to achieving her signature look.
The routine begins with hair. Eilish tackles a cowlick with water and a blow dryer, then slicks her hair back into a practical ponytail. Her skincare prep involves Biba Se Sousa micellar water and moisturizer, creating a clean canvas for makeup application.
Eilish starts her makeup with a focus on the eyes. She meticulously applies brown eyeliner to her upper and lower waterlines, extending it into a subtle wing. Brown eyeshadow from the Makeup by Mario Master Mattes Eyeshadow Palette: The Neutrals adds depth and definition.
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For a flawless complexion, Eilish uses Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer for spot concealing and sets her makeup with Laura Mercier setting powder. A unique touch is her recreation of childhood freckles using Revlon’s ColorStay Semi-Permanent Brow Ink. This nostalgic detail adds a playful element to her overall look.
Next, Eilish enhances her cheeks and lips with Milk Makeup Cooling Water Jelly Tint Lip + Cheek Stain and adds a subtle glow with Merit Day Glow Highlighting Balm. She then curls her lashes and applies Merit Clean Lash Lengthening Mascara for a wide-eyed effect.
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Eilish’s brows receive special attention. She uses Merit Brow 1980 Volumizing Pomade for shaping and definition, followed by got2b glued Brow & Edge Gel for long-lasting hold. This combination ensures her brows remain perfectly in place throughout her energetic performances.
A standout feature of Eilish’s routine is the use of a Sacheu Beauty peel-off lip stain. After applying the stain, she lines her lips with Tower28 OneLiner Lip Liner in the shade Work of Art and sets it with powder for a transfer-proof finish.
The final result is a look that’s both dramatic and durable. Eilish proudly showcases her post-concert makeup, demonstrating its impressive staying power even after 95 minutes of intense performance. Her “Hit Me Hard and Soft” tour, which concluded its North American leg in December 2024, will continue in Europe and Australia in 2025.
