2024 Makeup Trends That Are Stealing The Spotlight

The world of makeup never stays the same, which I find totally exciting!

While some trends are beautiful and become long-term steps in my makeup routine, other trends are definitely a come and go type of thing…

If you’re looking to refresh your beauty routine and embrace the latest looks, here are 10 of the hottest 2024 makeup trends to add to your beauty routine this year.

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1. Glazed Donut Skin: Continuing from the “glass skin” skin care trend, this 2024 makeup trend is all about achieving a dewy, radiant complexion that looks like glazed porcelain. Think plump, hydrated skin with a subtle, natural glow a la Hailey Bieber. Glowy, hydrating foundations, primers and blush can help you achieve this look.

Match this look with a glazed donut manicure, which is also so hot right now.

2. Sunset Eyes: Ditch the smoky eye and embrace the vibrant hues of a sunset! This summery 2024 makeup trend uses warm oranges, pinks, purples and reds to recreate the layered colors of a beautiful sunset in your makeup.

3. Bold Lips, Minimal Face: Let your lips take center stage with a bold pop of color. Pair this statement lip with minimal makeup on the rest of the face for a modern and effortlessly chic look. Think bold berry lips, luscious reds, a plum purple or a juicy orange to really turn heads with your lip color.

4. Blush Contouring: Move over gray contour; this season, it’s all about layering blush tones to subtly sculpt and define your face (a popular makeup trend back in the 1980s, FYI). Opt for peachy or rosy tones to add warmth and dimension to those cheekbones and apply blush upwards towards the temples to lift the face.

5. Pearlescent Highlighters: Elevate your glow game with pearlescent highlighters that offer a touch of iridescence. These highlighters add an ethereal, almost angelic touch to your makeup look and are a great way to bring back the highlighter craze of several years ago.

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6. Graphic Eyeliner: Unleash your inner artist with graphic eyeliner designs. From bold cat-eyes to geometric shapes, this 2024 makeup trend allows for endless creativity and self-expression. You can read up on a how to do a winged eyeliner here.

7. Grunge Glam: Grunge is back, but with a touch of glam! This trend combines the smoky eyes and dark lips of grunge with a touch of shimmer and sparkle for a bold and edgy look.

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8. Glossy Lids: Glossy eyelids are making a comeback, adding a touch of shine and dimension to your eye makeup. This trend is perfect for creating a youthful and playful look. However, I would avoid it if you already suffer from oily eyelids!

9. Multitasking Makeup: Keeping it simple is one of the more practical 2024 makeup trends that I can definitely embrace! Simplify your routine with multitasking makeup products. Look for products like BB creams that offer light coverage and skincare benefits, or lipsticks that can also be used as blush.

10. Embrace Your Natural Beauty: Perhaps the biggest trend of all? Feeling confident and comfortable in your own skin! Makeup should be a way to enhance your natural features, not hide them. Try a no makeup look for 2024 to let your natural beauty shine through! I share how to do that in my no makeup look guide.

Bonus Tip: Don’t be afraid to experiment and find what works best for you!

What Makeup Steps Are Always On-Trend?

A good makeup routine can be broken down into 5 essential steps:

1. Skincare Prep: This is the foundation (pun intended!) for a flawless look. Cleanse your face to remove dirt and oil, then apply moisturizer to hydrate your skin. Sunscreen is crucial every day, even if your makeup has SPF. For targeted concerns, you might use a serum or eye cream.

2. Prime Time: Primer helps create a smooth canvas for your makeup. It can minimize pores, control shine, and make your makeup last longer. Choose a primer suited to your skin type (e.g., mattifying for oily skin, hydrating for dry skin).

3. Base & Conceal: Here’s where you even out your skin tone. Apply foundation to cover imperfections and create a unified base. Choose a foundation that matches your skin tone and type (liquid, powder, etc.). Apply concealer to target specific areas like dark circles or blemishes.

4. Enhance & Define: This is where you bring color and definition to your face. Blush adds a healthy flush of color, bronzer can warm up your complexion or sculpt your features, and highlighter accentuates your cheekbones and other areas you want to bring forward.

5. Brows & Beyond: Well-groomed brows frame your face and can dramatically alter your appearance. Use a brow pencil, powder, or gel to fill in sparse areas and define your brow shape. Finally, mascara, eyeliner (optional), and lip color complete your look.

Bonus Tip: Setting spray is a great way to lock in your makeup and prevent it from smudging or fading throughout the day.

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 These are just a few of the hottest makeup trends taking over the beauty scene in 2024. So grab your makeup brushes and get ready to create some stunning looks!

Remember: While some makeup trends might be more prominent on runways or social media, it’s all about adapting them to your own style and preferences.

So have fun and let your creativity shine!

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