Photo and collage: Natalie Hemengül based on the original editorial "Peach Party" from annabelle issue no. 4/2024 p. 126. Model: Margaux de Vigny, photo: Magnus Lechner, make-up artist: Benjamin Becher, editors: Nathalie De Geyter & Niklaus Müller
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This hack will make your face jewels survive a night of partying

Natalie Hemengül
21.9.2026
Translation: Jessica Johnson-Ferguson

I’m a huge fan of sparkly face jewellery. Sadly, though, the adhesive gems usually lose most of their sticking power after just one use. This hack will solve that problem once and for all.

I love a bit of colour on my face. It lifts my mood and sparks my creativity. The same goes for face jewels – small, adhesive rhinestones or stickers. A little gem here, half a pearl there and an ordinary day suddenly feels a little more magical to me.

Have put face jewels back on the map: singer Zara Larsson and her make-up artist Sophia Sinot.
Have put face jewels back on the map: singer Zara Larsson and her make-up artist Sophia Sinot.
Source: Instagram @sophiasinot
Sophia Sinot’s make-up worn by British singer-songwriter Absolutely.
Sophia Sinot’s make-up worn by British singer-songwriter Absolutely.
Source: Instagram @sophiasinot
Actual product image essence GLIMMER IN A BUBBLE 3d face jewels (1, Mica Glow Up, Rose, Silver)
Highlighter + Bronzer
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essence GLIMMER IN A BUBBLE 3d face jewels

1, Mica Glow Up, Rose, Silver

Face jewels are like stickers and usually have an adhesive back. You peel it off and apply the stone to the desired spot on your skin. But even after just one use, they tend to come off. Especially if you’re wearing foundation, powder and the like.

So, what to do?

Reach for your lash glue

If you have clear eyelash adhesive that works well for you, consider the problem practically solved. First, remove any adhesive residue from your jewel and apply a fresh dab of lash glue. Let the glue dry briefly until it turns slightly bluish or see-through. Next, use a pair of tweezers to stick it on your face.

Actual product image KISS glue for artificial eyelashes (Gold, Red, Yellow)
Eyeshadow
CHF8.50 CHF1700.–/1kg

KISS glue for artificial eyelashes

Gold, Red, Yellow

Actual product image DUO Brush On Striplash Adhesive (Artificial eyelashes)
Fake eyelashes
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CHF12.–

DUO Brush On Striplash Adhesive

Artificial eyelashes

KISS glue for artificial eyelashes (Gold, Red, Yellow)
CHF8.50 CHF1700.–/1kg

KISS glue for artificial eyelashes

Gold, Red, Yellow

DUO Brush On Striplash Adhesive (Artificial eyelashes)
Quantity discount
CHF12.–

DUO Brush On Striplash Adhesive

Artificial eyelashes

Now you can use the facial decorations as often as you like. Thanks to the glue’s ultra-strong hold, the jewellery won’t come off. No matter how much you sweat.

By the way, the glue also gives you the freedom to wear small items on your face that aren’t necessarily meant to be face jewels. Nail art stones, for example, are my current favourites:

Actual product image essence it's a RAINBOW BLING nail sticker (Nail decoration, Multicoloured)
Nail art + False nails
Quantity discount
CHF4.45 per piece for 2 units

essence it's a RAINBOW BLING nail sticker

Nail decoration, Multicoloured

Sometimes it’s the little details that make or break a hairstyle or make-up look. In the Blazing Beauty Tips series, I share useful techniques with you that I’ve either picked up through my own experiences or learned from the pros.

Header image: Photo and collage: Natalie Hemengül based on the original editorial "Peach Party" from annabelle issue no. 4/2024 p. 126. Model: Margaux de Vigny, photo: Magnus Lechner, make-up artist: Benjamin Becher, editors: Nathalie De Geyter & Niklaus Müller

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As a massive Disney fan, I see the world through rose-tinted glasses. I worship series from the 90s and consider mermaids a religion. When I’m not dancing in glitter rain, I’m either hanging out at pyjama parties or sitting at my make-up table. P.S. I love you, bacon, garlic and onions. 


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