0:00makeup artist intro applying primer
A medium close-up shot features a woman with long, dark hair, wearing a white, fluffy towel headband and a black satin robe. She is looking directly at the camera, smiling with a friendly expression. A thin, white line of makeup primer or concealer is visibly drawn down the center of her face, from her forehead to her chin, dividing her face into two halves. Her left hand, with manicured nails, holds a silver and white makeup tool, applying the white product to her nose bridge. The background is a plain light gray wall. On-screen text overlays read 'POV: 45 years old makeup artist trying viral makeup kit' at the top, and 'I'm 45 and I've been a makeup artist for over 20 years, and I'm going to try out' at the bottom, indicating an introduction to a makeup tutorial or review.
0:05makeup kit display
An overhead shot displays three black compacts from the 'Laura Geller' makeup brand, arranged on a white, fluffy faux fur surface. A small green plant with delicate leaves is visible in the upper right corner, adding a touch of natural color. The compacts are round; two larger ones and one smaller one. The large compacts contain a shimmery pink blush and a golden bronzer, both with swirled patterns. The smaller compact holds a beige-colored pressed powder. The texture of the fur provides a soft, luxurious background. On-screen text reads 'this new viral Laura Geller makeup kit', identifying the products being featured.
0:08applying liquid foundation one side
A medium close-up shot shows the woman from the previous scene, still wearing the white towel headband and black robe. Her face is split by a visible white line down the center. Her left cheek and forehead are bare, revealing a slight natural redness. Her right side has patches of liquid foundation in a light beige shade, which she is actively blending onto her skin using a flat, orange-bristled foundation brush. She looks directly at the camera, talking with a pleasant and slightly questioning expression. The background is a plain light gray wall. On-screen text reads 'It claims to be made for more mature skin So we're going to put it to the test. I'm going to do one half of my face with normal liquid foundation that most of us women use and I think this one is from Sephora', explaining her process.
0:22observing creasing foundation
A close-up shot focuses on the woman's face, highlighting the contrast between the two halves. The left side, without foundation, shows natural skin texture and fine lines, particularly on her forehead. The right side, where the liquid foundation has been applied and blended, appears slightly lighter and more uniform but already shows signs of creasing and settling into her fine lines, especially around her eyes and forehead. The white line of product down the center of her face remains prominent. She points to her forehead with her right index finger, indicating the creasing. She maintains eye contact with the camera, her expression shifting from a smile to a more critical observation. On-screen text reads 'and you can already see that the color is definitely not blending very well, and it's already starting to like crease and settle into my fine lines', describing her observation.
0:30critiquing cakey foundation
A close-up shot shows the woman's face, split by the white line. Her left side is bare, while her right side is covered in the liquid foundation. She continues to apply the foundation to the right side of her face with a flat, orange-bristled brush, blending it down towards her jawline. Her expression is one of slight discomfort, indicating that the product feels heavy or cakey on her skin. The background is an indistinct light wall. On-screen text prominently displays 'It just feels really THICK AND CAKEY', emphasizing her criticism of the product's texture and finish.
0:37introducing new makeup side
A medium shot frames the woman, still wearing her white towel headband and black robe, standing in a well-lit room with light gray walls. She smiles, gestures with her right index finger pointing to her left cheek, indicating the side of her face where she will apply new makeup. The white line dividing her face is clearly visible. In the background, framed pictures hang on the wall, one appearing to be a black and white photograph of a baby. On-screen text reads 'All right. And now on the other side I'm going to do', setting up the next stage of her makeup review.
0:40laura geller kit name display
An overhead shot showcases the Laura Geller makeup kit on a light pink, possibly metallic, keyboard or desk surface. The three black compacts are open, revealing their contents: a shimmering golden bronzer, a shimmery pink blush, and a light beige pressed powder. A small green plant with delicate leaves is visible in the upper right background. The camera focuses on the makeup products, emphasizing their presentation and colors. On-screen text states 'the Laura Geller's Daily Routine Natural Finish Full Face Kit', explicitly naming the product line being reviewed.
0:44anticipating hype review
A medium shot features the woman, her face still divided by the white line. She holds two of the black Laura Geller makeup compacts in her hands, looking at them and then at the camera. She smiles, expressing anticipation for trying out the new products. The background remains a simple light gray wall with framed art. On-screen text reads 'Let's see what all the hype's about', indicating her readiness to test the claims of the viral kit.
0:46showing foundation and brush
A medium shot captures the woman, her face still marked with the white dividing line. She holds a black Laura Geller compact containing the 'Baked Balanced and Brighten foundation' in her left hand, showing it clearly to the camera. The foundation is a light beige powder with swirled patterns. Then, she introduces a small, black and gold retractable kabuki brush, holding it in her right hand to demonstrate the tool she will use for application. Her expression is engaging and informative. The background is a light gray wall with pictures. On-screen text reads 'I'm going to get started with their Baked Balanced and Brighten foundation. And I'm going to apply it with their little retractable kabuki brush.', describing the products she is about to use.
0:53applying laura geller foundation
A close-up shot focuses on the woman's face as she applies the Laura Geller 'Baked Balanced and Brighten foundation' to the left side, which was previously bare. She uses a small, black and gold retractable kabuki brush, gently buffing the powder onto her skin in circular motions. The white line of product still divides her face. As she applies, her expression transforms from initial anticipation to genuine surprise and satisfaction. The foundation appears to blend seamlessly and provide smooth coverage, making her skin look lightweight and airbrushed, contrasting with the creasing on the right side. On-screen text dynamically changes, first saying 'Oh, my gosh this feels so lightweight', then 'it's not settling into my fine lines', and finally 'And it just looks so smooth and airbrushed', highlighting her positive impressions.
1:45highlighting coverage and comparison
A medium shot shows the woman, her face still divided by the white line. The left side, with the Laura Geller foundation, appears smooth and even-toned, while the right side, with the liquid foundation, still shows some unevenness and texture. She points to her cheek and jawline on the left side with the kabuki brush, demonstrating how the foundation covers melasma and dark spots effectively. Her expression is enthusiastic and confident as she emphasizes the superior coverage. The background is a light gray wall with framed pictures. On-screen text reads 'I also have some melasma and dark spots and this foundation is just covering them right up', followed by 'Look at this guys Do you see the difference?', inviting comparison.
1:54introducing blush
A medium shot shows the woman, her face still divided by the white line. The left side is now fully covered with the Laura Geller foundation. She holds a Laura Geller blush compact in her hands, displaying its shimmery pink, swirled contents to the camera. She smiles, excited to introduce the next product in the kit. The background is a light gray wall with framed pictures. On-screen text reads 'Next, I'm going to add a little pop of color with this gorgeous blush', indicating the next step in her makeup routine.
1:58applying blush for glow
A close-up shot focuses on the woman's face, specifically the left side where she is applying the Laura Geller blush. She uses the small, black and gold retractable kabuki brush to gently sweep the shimmery pink blush onto her cheekbones in upward motions. The blush immediately imparts a soft, natural pink glow to her skin, blending seamlessly. The white line still visibly divides her face. Her expression is one of delight and admiration as she observes the effect of the blush. On-screen text displays 'And we're just going to add a little pop. Oh that is so pretty look how it gives such a pretty glow', reflecting her positive reaction to the product.
2:07introducing highlighter
A medium shot shows the woman, her face still divided by the white line, with the left side showcasing the finished foundation and blush. She holds a small, black Laura Geller compact in her hands, opening it to reveal a light, shimmery highlighter product labeled 'French vanilla'. She looks at the camera, her smile radiating satisfaction and excitement for the next step. The background is a light gray wall with framed pictures. On-screen text reads 'Oh And next up is the highlighter And this one is in French vanilla', introducing the final product from the kit.
2:12applying highlighter
A close-up shot of the woman's face, with the white dividing line still visible. She uses her right index finger to gently dab a light, shimmery highlighter product onto her brow bone, specifically above her left eyebrow. The highlighter is a pale, slightly golden shade, designed to add a subtle pop and luminosity. Her expression is focused and precise during the application, with a hint of satisfaction. On-screen text reads 'I'm just going to do a little pop under the brow bone', explaining the targeted application of the highlighter.