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6 Best Makeup Apps for Android and iOS

Avatar for Aima Irfan Aima Irfan Follow Aima Irfan on X Published: Apr 7, 2020 · 3:58 AM ET Updated: May 16, 2026 · 12:52 AM ET

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6 Best Makeup Apps for Android and iOS
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Makeup is an art mastered by a few. Many girls enjoy practicing and experimenting with makeup. While some excel at it, others hesitate to try new looks. In such cases, beauty makeup apps provide a real-time depiction of how a particular makeup style suits the face.

After testing multiple makeup apps for Android and iOS, we have compiled a list of the top 5 most popular and effective makeup apps that allow users to experiment with various makeup looks and hairstyles.

Here is the list of the best makeup apps for Android and iOS.

Table of Contents

  • 1. FaceApp
  • 2. YouCam Makeup
  • 3. InstaBeauty
  • 4. Perfect 365
  • 5. Urban- Book wellness at home
  • 6. Photo Wonder
  • FAQs: Makeup Apps
    • Who is the best makeup app?
    • Is there an app that lets you try on makeup?
    • What app do makeup artists use for pictures?
    • What is the app that picks your makeup?

1. FaceApp

Faceapp Logo

FaceApp is currently the most popular makeup and beauty app in town. A Russian company developed it and is available for both Android and iOS devices.

This application enables users to change their hairstyles and makeover looks. Furthermore, FaceApp offers gender transformation, which has attracted numerous users. The app also utilizes the user’s picture to transform them impressively into an older version.

However, this app faces a lot of criticism nowadays because critics say that this face-aging app is a threat to user’s privacy and might have the user’s biometric information.

Availability: Android, iOS


2. YouCam Makeup

Youcam Makeup App

Another well-known makeup and beauty app is the ‘YouCam Makeup,’ installed by iOS and Android users. This app allows you to edit your pictures to see which makeup look suits you better. It has some distinctive features such as eye color change, slim face, nose reshaping, and blemish removal, and it gives an analysis of how healthy your skin is.

Also read: Top Photo Editing Apps

Many tools enable users to achieve flawless skin, offering makeovers for lips, eyes, brows, face, nose, and tattoos. Users can modify the shape of their nose, face, and eyes, as well as select their preferred lipstick shades. Additionally, the app offers options to color hair and choose from various hairstyles.

It is a free makeup app, so download it today to experience its unique features.

Availability: Android, iOS


3. InstaBeauty

Instabeauty App Logo

InstaBeauty is a selfie picture editor that users can use to edit their selfies to make them a perfect fit for social media. This app is also available for both Android and iOS users.

This app also contains features similar to YouCam Makeup, such as blemish removal, face/nose slimming, and hairstyle change. Not only this, but this app also comes with different features, such as removing black/whiteheads, pimples, or acne to make your skin look flawless.

Another interesting feature this app offers is that you can also control your height, use a beauty camera, and make a beautiful collage.

Availability: Android, iOS


4. Perfect 365

Perfect 365

Perfect 365 app is another favorite trending app available on iOS and Android. It allows virtual makeup with a lot of features that are available for the face and hair. There are more than 15 makeup tools and styles that come within this app. You can customize the colors according to your choice.

The app also contains step-by-step tutorials from different artists that guide users to create the looks on their faces, making them look real. Another distinct feature is that this app lets you connect with makeup professionals nearby. You can also subscribe to daily makeup updates, looks, and tips.

Availability: Android, iOS


5. Urban- Book wellness at home

Urban- Book Wellness At Home

People want to feel like they’re having the best time at home on their own terms. Mindfulness, stress management, and mental wellness are all what one direly needs for self-care. Using the Urban application, you can book the services to put you in an ideal state of zen, such as massages, facials, nails, and osteopathic treatments. You can choose from thousands of practitioners available there for seven days a week. Fitness sessions are being added to the urban wellness package to keep you slim, fit, and at the top of the game.

Availability: iOS, Android


6. Photo Wonder

Photo Wonder

Lastly, one of the best makeup beauty apps is ‘Photo Wonder.’ Besides using makeup tools for beautification, this app allows you to add effects to your pictures and make collages to share your pictures on social media. It also helps you to adjust your skin tones, slim your face, and remove blemishes. You can also use stickers and make a movie scene of your pictures.

Give yourself a chance to look more beautiful than ever before!

Availability: Android, iOS


Technology advancements have led to many creative makeup apps that you can use to transform your look completely. The suggestions above will help you make the right choice regarding the most suitable apps for you. You can pick and apply your favorite makeup look in less than 10 minutes and share it with your friends on social media. You can also read our best selfies and camera apps to take better photos and look gorgeous.

FAQs: Makeup Apps

Who is the best makeup app?

YouCam Makeup is considered one of the best makeup apps.

Is there an app that lets you try on makeup?

Yes, several apps let you try on makeup virtually. Some popular options include Sephora Virtual Artist, YouCam Makeup, and MakeupPlus.

What app do makeup artists use for pictures?

Makeup artists often use editing apps like Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom to enhance and retouch pictures. Additionally, apps like VSCO, Facetune, and Perfect365 are popular for applying filters, adjusting makeup, and creating desired effects in makeup pictures. Remember to choose apps that suit your specific editing needs.

What is the app that picks your makeup?

Several apps can help you choose makeup, such as Sephora Virtual Artist, YouCam Makeup, and MakeupPlus.

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Filed Under: Apps & Software, Reviews & Buying Guides Tagged With: Android Apps, Buying Guide, iOS Apps

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Aima Irfan is a former content writer at TechEngage and a graduate of FAST-NUCES. She wrote about apps and software, mobile devices, and technology news.

Joined TechEngage July 2019First article on TechEngage July 2019

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  1. Avatar for Nur AlyaNur Alya says

    May 22, 2020

    hi! was wondering how to do this beauty app????

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    • Avatar for leahleah says

      June 10, 2020

      sup

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  2. Avatar for Devstree IT ServicesDevstree IT Services says

    September 23, 2021

    Hello there,

    I’m reaching out you blog — I loved your latest piece about Best beauty camera apps.

    I work over at one of beauty apps – AR Make-Up Master, where we consider a mobile app concept and screen using Augmented Reality that helps girls and women to enhance their beauty as well as many more features such as hat, glasses & mask etc. and create custom user-friendly AR application for makeup – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.devstree.armakeup.

    Would you be interested in checking it out? I’d love to see what you think. I overwhelmed if you put our link into your blog.

    Let me know if you’re interested, and I can send you the infographic to take a look.

    Best,
    Regards.

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  3. Avatar for onewordoneword says

    September 10, 2023

    I love the makeup apps that are available for both Android and iOS devices! They make it so easy to get ready for any occasion.

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