If you’ve curated your FYP well enough, you would know that the beauty business has been on a whole other level lately—especially with the rise of men stepping into the game, intent on normalizing a new type of routine. Here, TikTok sensation Bach Buquen—one of the next-gen leaders of this makeup movement—grooms up to show us how it’s done.

STEP 1: MR. MOISTURE

The best base for every beauty look always starts with plumping and renewing skincare to help amplify any product. To ensure a hydrated surface, try LA MER The Moisturizing Fresh Cream.

STEP 2 : MEET YOUR MATCH

The secret to achieving a fresh look with your foundation? Don’t cloak your face with just one shade; try to match your skin’s color variations for a more subtle and natural approach with MAC COSMETICS Studio Radiance Serum-Powered™ Foundation.

STEP 3 : EYES WIDE OPEN

They say the eyes are the window to the soul. Consider your lashes the curtains—and don’t forget to dress them up with 1-2 coats of mascara (no more, no less) with GUCCI BEAUTY Mascara L’Obscur in Black.

STEP 4 : PUCKER UP

The best accessory this season isn’t a new watch or trendy sneaker—it’s a bold red lip. Taking a cue from Marilyn Monroe for fall, red lips will always be in style. Purse your lips and glide on BURBERRY BEAUTY’s Burberry Kisses lipstick in No. 106 The Red (Satin).

STEP 5 : MAKE YOUR MARK

Once that bold lip is slapped on—and a quick comb through the hair to polish up and bring together your final look—you’re all set to take on the beautiful day with stride (shirt optional!).

This story appears in the pages of VMAN 55: now available for pre-order!

Photography Isaac Anthony

Fashion Director-at-Large Nicola Formichetti

Beauty Editor Kev Ponce

Grooming Peter Gray (Home Agency) Using Oway USA

Location WSA Studios

Photo Assistants Andrew Bear, Steven Burton

Fashion Assistant Elissa Dziersk

Backdrop Broderson Backdrops