Finding it hard to keep your makeup community buzzing with fresh energy? Caption This posts are your secret weapon for sparking laughter and imagination. Use these ready-to-go templates to get everyone talking, laughing, and sharing their creativity.
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Caption This posts work because they lower the barrier to participation. All your members need is a quick burst of inspiration or humor to join in, making it easy for even shy or new members to contribute. The playful challenge of crafting a clever or funny caption encourages creativity and builds a sense of community as people riff off each other's ideas.
In makeup communities, visuals are everything. Captioning a quirky, beautiful, or behind-the-scenes makeup photo invites members to showcase their wit and personality, while staying on-brand. These posts also create a lighthearted atmosphere, helping members bond over shared humor and relatable beauty moments.
Caption this: When your eyeliner wing actually matches both sides.
💡 Example: "Caption this: When your eyeliner wing actually matches both sides."
What is this lipstick shade thinking right now? Caption below.
💡 Example: "What is this lipstick shade thinking right now? Caption below."
Spot the mood: Caption this close-up of a bold brow.
💡 Example: "Spot the mood: Caption this close-up of a bold brow."
If this eyeshadow palette could talk, what would it say?
💡 Example: "If this eyeshadow palette could talk, what would it say?"
Give this makeup fail a name. Funniest caption wins bragging rights!
💡 Example: "Give this makeup fail a name. Funniest caption wins bragging rights!"
Caption this: That moment you drop your favorite blush.
💡 Example: "Caption this: That moment you drop your favorite blush."
What is going through this model's mind with that fierce contour?
💡 Example: "What is going through this model's mind with that fierce contour?"
Fill in the blank: When your mascara wand goes rogue, you feel _____.
💡 Example: "Fill in the blank: When your mascara wand goes rogue, you feel _____."
What's the perfect meme caption for this rainbow highlight moment?
💡 Example: "What's the perfect meme caption for this rainbow highlight moment?"
Caption this: Before coffee vs after applying red lipstick.
💡 Example: "Caption this: Before coffee vs after applying red lipstick."
If this makeup bag could spill a secret, what would it be?
💡 Example: "If this makeup bag could spill a secret, what would it be?"
Caption this: The face you make when your highlighter is blinding.
💡 Example: "Caption this: The face you make when your highlighter is blinding."
What's the sassiest caption for this glitter lip look?
💡 Example: "What's the sassiest caption for this glitter lip look?"
This makeup brush is living its best life. Caption this moment!
💡 Example: "This makeup brush is living its best life. Caption this moment!"
Imagine this look as a movie scene. What's the title?
💡 Example: "Imagine this look as a movie scene. What's the title?"
Caption this: That feeling when your setting spray saves the day.
💡 Example: "Caption this: That feeling when your setting spray saves the day."
What would you name this dramatic winged liner look?
💡 Example: "What would you name this dramatic winged liner look?"
If this compact could talk, what drama would it spill?
💡 Example: "If this compact could talk, what drama would it spill?"
Caption this: The face you make when your favorite shade is discontinued.
💡 Example: "Caption this: The face you make when your favorite shade is discontinued."
What's the best caption for this glitter explosion?
💡 Example: "What's the best caption for this glitter explosion?"
Describe this makeup mood in three words.
💡 Example: "Describe this makeup mood in three words."
Caption this: When your contour is sharp enough to cut negativity.
💡 Example: "Caption this: When your contour is sharp enough to cut negativity."
If this makeup look was a catchphrase, what would it be?
💡 Example: "If this makeup look was a catchphrase, what would it be?"
Caption this: Me vs Monday morning with and without concealer.
💡 Example: "Caption this: Me vs Monday morning with and without concealer."
What is the inner monologue of this bold brow?
💡 Example: "What is the inner monologue of this bold brow?"
Caption this: When you try a new product and it works better than expected.
💡 Example: "Caption this: When you try a new product and it works better than expected."
What is the story behind this unblended eyeshadow?
💡 Example: "What is the story behind this unblended eyeshadow?"
Fill in the blank: This lipstick shade says I am _____.
💡 Example: "Fill in the blank: This lipstick shade says I am _____."
Caption this: That look when you nail the cut crease.
💡 Example: "Caption this: That look when you nail the cut crease."
What meme would you make from this bold blush moment?
💡 Example: "What meme would you make from this bold blush moment?"
This mascara is extra. Caption this over-the-top lash look.
💡 Example: "This mascara is extra. Caption this over-the-top lash look."
If this makeup look had a dating app bio, what would it say?
💡 Example: "If this makeup look had a dating app bio, what would it say?"
Caption this: When you sneeze right after finishing your mascara.
💡 Example: "Caption this: When you sneeze right after finishing your mascara."
What is this makeup sponge thinking after a long day?
💡 Example: "What is this makeup sponge thinking after a long day?"
Caption this: That face you make when your setting powder goes everywhere.
💡 Example: "Caption this: That face you make when your setting powder goes everywhere."
If this bold eye look was a song, what would the title be?
💡 Example: "If this bold eye look was a song, what would the title be?"
Create a clever hashtag to caption this makeup transformation.
💡 Example: "Create a clever hashtag to caption this makeup transformation."
Caption this: When your makeup look matches your outfit perfectly.
💡 Example: "Caption this: When your makeup look matches your outfit perfectly."
What is the most dramatic caption you can give this smokey eye?
💡 Example: "What is the most dramatic caption you can give this smokey eye?"
Describe this makeup disaster in one word.
💡 Example: "Describe this makeup disaster in one word."
If this makeup look was a mood, what would it be?
💡 Example: "If this makeup look was a mood, what would it be?"
Start by selecting or taking a fun, expressive makeup photo that could mean many things. Post it with one of these templates as your caption, inviting your community to add their own twist. React to member contributions with likes or replies to keep the thread lively. For extra fun, consider highlighting the best captions in your stories or weekly wrap-ups.
On all platforms, use eye-catching images and concise prompts. Tag or mention a few active members to kick off responses. Use the platform's features, like polls or reactions, to highlight top captions. Consider saving great captions to share in stories or newsletters, and always respect image copyright if sourced externally.
Feature high-quality images of creative eyeshadow looks and ask members to caption them with the products or palettes they think were used. This encourages members to share their favorite brands, dupes, and blending techniques, leading to valuable peer-to-peer product recommendations and lively discussions about pigment payoff and blendability.
When using transformation photos, create clear guidelines for respectful commentary and remind members that all makeup styles are valid. Encourage positive captions that celebrate technique, creativity, and confidence rather than judging preferences. This approach fosters an inclusive environment and minimizes polarization or gatekeeping within the group.
Carefully choose images that focus on light-hearted, relatable mistakes—like uneven eyeliner wings or over-blended contour. Prompt members to caption with supportive or funny responses, perhaps sharing their own similar experiences or tips for improvement. Avoid shaming language and use these posts as teaching moments to build group camaraderie.
Absolutely! Share iconic red carpet makeup photos and ask members to caption with the products and techniques they’d use to recreate the look. This invites detailed discussion about color matching, dupe spotting, and step-by-step techniques, making your community a go-to resource for practical makeup advice.
Post images that spotlight unconventional lipstick colors and prompt members to caption how they'd style the shade for different skin tones or occasions. This encourages discussions about undertone theory, shade selection, and personal experiences with bold lip colors, catering to both enthusiasts and pros looking for advanced tips.
Choose photos of messy vanities, spilled palettes, or overflowing makeup bags and ask members to caption with their reactions or best cleanup tips. These posts often spark lively exchanges about storage solutions, decluttering methods, and favorite organizers, turning a common makeup challenge into a fun, solution-driven conversation.
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