Spring is a time for optimism, renewal and dreaming of brighter days ahead. This year’s biggest makeup trend is all about pastels, which is a revival from the early 2000s. This time around, we’re seeing more muted hues on the eye, cheeks and lips, which offer a softer and more minimal burst of colour without feeling to intense. Read More
This year’s biggest makeup trend is all about pastels, which means we’re seeing more muted hues on the eye, cheeks and lips
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Spring is a time for optimism, renewal and dreaming of brighter days ahead. This year’s biggest makeup trend is all about pastels, which is a revival from the early 2000s. This time around, we’re seeing more muted hues on the eye, cheeks and lips, which offer a softer and more minimal burst of colour without feeling to intense.
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Here’s how I’ve interpreted this trend in a few easy steps:
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West Coast Table
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The key to creating this look is to start with a simple and minimal makeup base. My base consists of foundation, concealer, bronzer and a neutral lip colour.
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Eyes:
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To enhance my eyes in one step, I used the NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Cupcake. This shade is the perfect mix of pastel pink and lavender and the easy-to-use multi stick is designed for quick and effortless application. It can be used as a liner and a primer, it’s highly pigmented, ultra-creamy and super blendable.
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Note: The pastel trend this time around is less about frosty formulations and leaning more toward the iridescent, satin, shimmery and metallic finishes.
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Blush:
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To play up the pastel theme, I amped up the blush using MAC Powder Blush in Pink Swoon. It’s a soft candy pink shade with a satin finish.
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Finishing:
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To complete the look I used the Makeup by Mario Surreal Skin Soft Setting Spray designed to hydrate the skin and set the makeup for up to 16-hours.
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