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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
Put some colour in your cheeks: why blusher is all you need right now
Sometimes blusher gets sidelined by beauty consumers: After all, a scarlet lipstick makes a louder, smarter, sharper make-up statement. A glistening eyeshadow gives a more glamorous, glossy look. But I think we've got this wrong. My desert island beauty product would be blusher. And I think yours should be, too. Because if our eyes are the windows to our soul, it is our cheeks that reveal the truth in our heart. Flushed with love? Desire? Delight? Exuberant? Exhilarated? Afraid? No other body part so openly discloses our feelings. Flushed cheeks are — to me — vitality, life force and beauty defined. And I'm not alone. Over the decade that I covered fashion week shows — hundreds of them, from London to Paris, New York to Milan — I heard designers in the tiny backstage beauty areas praise the 'perfect flush' time and time again. They enlisted the world's finest make-up artists to recreate perfect iterations on their models, from the radiant blush of first love, to cheeks freckled and ruddy from the sun, or that pinched prettiness that comes with a frosty winter walk. Blush has been a make-up mainstay for thousands of years. In ancient Egypt ochre was rubbed onto the cheeks, while the early Greeks used crushed mulberries and aristocratic Romans turned to red vermilion. By the start of the 20th century French companies, such as Bourjois and Guerlain, began to produce the stuff at scale — and demand hasn't stopped since. 'Across cultures and centuries, a hint of colour on the cheeks has always been associated with youth, vitality, emotion and beauty,' says make-up artist Ninni Nummela. 'It mimics health and radiance. Whether softly blended or boldly sculpted, it adds depth and dimension, delivering an instant lift.' Fellow face painter Celia Burton agrees. 'Blush brings a face to life,' she says. 'At its core, it's linked to youth: colour in the cheeks signals vitality. But beyond that, it adds charm and joy. We're currently returning to a more honest approach to make-up, where we enhance what's already there, celebrating the natural tones that show up in the face. You can't do that authentically without blush.' Our current fascination with real skin, plus more minimal beauty approaches such as the clean girl aesthetic, have sparked a blusher renaissance that feels less like a trend and more like a homecoming. Social media platforms and real faces have begun to reclaim blush as not just a finishing touch but as a focal point. Importantly, too, this is the kind of magic that suits us all. There's a thrilling universality to blush that few other beauty products can claim. It transcends age, gender and skin tone. The shift is also powered by innovation: today's formulas go far beyond the chalky, sparkly iterations of yore. Creams, balms, gels and tints that range from sheer to satin and matte to dewy allow for a seamless spectrum of finishes that work with your skin and better mimic a natural finish. Victoria Beckham's new Colour Wash Blush Water Tints are a case in point. Sitting somewhere between a stain and a gel, they are infused with activated sea water and come in three shades: coral (my fave), flushed (VB's go-to) and vintage rose, delivering a modern, painterly finish that looks like it's your own and feels — even in a busy blusher market — rather unique. 'It's the flush you get after a fantastic laugh, a day in the sun … or any other invigorating reason cheeks might show a little colour. I can think of a few,' says Beckham. 'I always draw a bit across my nose and the top part of my cheeks, where the sun would naturally kiss you.' Talking of application ... 'We've been applying it high on the cheekbones for years,' says Burton. 'Almost as an extension of contouring, but real blush doesn't show up there naturally. Think instead about how your face looks after exercise — the colour sits quite centrally on the apples of the cheeks, directly under the eyes and sometimes sweeps across the nose or hugs low along the jaw. Blush is about bringing a believable warmth to the face.' Nummela's top tip is about keeping it real too. 'Lightly pinch your cheeks to reveal the colour your skin turns, then choose a blush that closely matches that shade.' Convinced? I do hope so.
Harpers Bazaar Arabia
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Harpers Bazaar Arabia
The Three Colours Everyone Should Be Adding To Their Make-up Look This Summer
The Middle East's rich and fabulous have make-up artist Michel Kiwarkis on speed dial. This summer, Michel advises us to ditch the dark liner and nude lips and enter a new era of vibrant make-up looks for a visage worthy of a close-up… Mint Green Some of us may harbour a wildly underused teal eyeliner, but for most, green is a colour distinctly under-represented in our make-up arsenal. The trick to working in this season's chicest shade – mint green – is all about the placement. 'Use colour intentionally – place it where it enhances your features most,' Michel Kiwarkis. The Products To Invest In Orange Crush If you're brave enough to regularly brave a crimson-hued eyeshadow or a scarlet lip, then this summer it's time to switch to a zingy orange shade instead. 'Lip-liner is a must – it helps define the lip-shape and keep colour in place,' says Michael. 'In summer, a matte base with a dab of gloss in the centre gives dimension and lasts longer.' The Products To Invest In Red Hot Don't shy away from 'Bright colours aren't about age – they're about expression,' Michael advises. 'Whether you're 16 or 60, a bold swipe of colour can uplift your look and mood.' The Products To Invest In
The Independent
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Charlotte Tilbury reveals one of the biggest makeup mistakes people make
The beauty landscape is undergoing a significant transformation for summer 2025, as the era of heavy makeup gives way to a lighter, more ethereal aesthetic. Gone are the days of intense blush, ultra-skinny brows, and dazzling diamante eye looks that defined 2024, with these fleeting trends predictably failing to endure. Instead, the focus has pivoted towards an effortless freshness, championed by leading makeup artists. This season sees a strong emphasis on natural eyes, subtle frosted finishes, and the growing integration of skincare within cosmetic products. The shift signals a move towards enhancing natural beauty with a delicate touch. Tinted SPF Any dermatologist will tell you that the best thing you can do to prevent skin laxity and wrinkles isn't Botox, but daily SPF. However, sun creams have traditionally been either too oily, too chalky or too white to wear every day or sit comfortably under makeup. This is why virtually every makeup brand is now releasing its answer to the problem: tinted SPFs. 'One of the biggest makeup mistakes I see is people not wearing SPF under their make-up,' says Charlotte Tilbury, the CCO and founder of her namesake brand. 'It is so important to wear SPF every day, even when it is not sunny outside, which is why we created the UV flawless poreless primer.' 'The rise in popularity of K-beauty this year has had an influence on our summer makeup trends. There is a lot of emphasis on skincare and 'skinimalism',' says celebrity and Strictly Come Dancing make-up artist Ariane Young. Tinted SPF, she explains, allows for 'minimal coverage [and] evens out your skin tone while also giving a hydrated glowy look.' Compared to BB or CC creams, tinted SPF is lighter and lends itself to the growing appetite for low-effort beauty. 'If you love that 'no makeup, makeup' look,' Ms Young says, 'a tinted SPF is your best friend.' And unlike most bases, the more you wear it, the better your skin will look, preventing pigmentation and redness. Cool-toned eyes A nostalgic nod to early-2000s shimmer is making its way back into our makeup bags. Icy whites, sheer lavenders and frosted blues are back, only this time they're less Paris Hilton and more Hailey Bieber. 'While icy, cool-toned eyeshadows were incredibly popular back in the late nineties and early Noughties, they were often chalky, hard to blend and unforgiving,' explains Ms Tilbury. 'We don't want it to look like the Tin Man!' says Ms Young. 'The trick is to pick a focal point to avoid going too frosted with everything.' A single frost-toned eye against matte skin and a neutral lip keeps the look more mature. 'Blend and diffuse the colour all over the lid so you have a light wash of colour,' says Ms Young. If you're not confident with eyeshadow, 'you can always add a pop of colour with a fun eyeliner colour. This trend is all about having fun with make-up and is perfect for festival season'. If you're not used to icy tones, 'there are ways of incorporating cooler-toned make-up into your everyday staples by swapping out your warm eyeshadows and gold glosses for greyer inspired shades', explains MAC Cosmetics senior make-up artist for the UK and Ireland, Carly Utting. 'This may sound scary if you're used to bronzes and warm tones, but a balance of both works wonders!' She loves pairing a cool-toned lipliner with a honey lipstick in a nod to the '90s. Ghost lashes Subtle and almost imperceptible, the ghost lash has emerged as this summer's biggest trend. Wearing makeup without mascara may spark fear in most, but thick coats of mascara and showy falsies are no longer the go-to. Makeup artist Mira Parmar describes it as 'a minimalist, no- mascara or barely-there lash look', one that's become a red carpet favourite for celebrities like Zendaya, Sophie Turner, Hailey Bieber and Lily-Rose Depp. 'This effortless style gives your lashes a much-needed break from heavy products, looks naturally elegant, and saves time, making it a perfect match for the 'clean girl' aesthetic,' she says. But this isn't simply a fleeting fad, as Ms Parmar says. 'It's more than just a trend, it marks a shift toward natural beauty and skin-first makeup, which is rooted in authenticity, minimalism and self-care.' Crisp, hyper-lined lips are out, and the messy, diffused, French girl lip is in. 'Creating the perfect lip shape is out, instead [people are] going for a more blended and blurred lip line,' says Ms Young. 'There's a move towards a sheerer coverage plumped lip, enhanced by liner and filled with just gloss,' says Ms Utting, who says natural lips with a slight sheen is a trend 'growing at a rapid rate'.
The Independent
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
From ghost lashes to diffused lips, here's how to wear this summer's makeup trends
The beauty landscape is undergoing a significant transformation for summer 2025, as the era of heavy makeup gives way to a lighter, more ethereal aesthetic. Gone are the days of intense blush, ultra-skinny brows, and dazzling diamante eye looks that defined 2024, with these fleeting trends predictably failing to endure. Instead, the focus has pivoted towards an effortless freshness, championed by leading makeup artists. This season sees a strong emphasis on natural eyes, subtle frosted finishes, and the growing integration of skincare within cosmetic products. The shift signals a move towards enhancing natural beauty with a delicate touch. Tinted SPF Any dermatologist will tell you that the best thing you can do to prevent skin laxity and wrinkles isn't Botox, but daily SPF. However, sun creams have traditionally been either too oily, too chalky or too white to wear every day or sit comfortably under makeup. This is why virtually every makeup brand is now releasing its answer to the problem: tinted SPFs. 'One of the biggest makeup mistakes I see is people not wearing SPF under their make-up,' says Charlotte Tilbury, the CCO and founder of her namesake brand. 'It is so important to wear SPF every day, even when it is not sunny outside, which is why we created the UV flawless poreless primer.' 'The rise in popularity of K-beauty this year has had an influence on our summer makeup trends. There is a lot of emphasis on skincare and 'skinimalism',' says celebrity and Strictly Come Dancing make-up artist Ariane Young. Tinted SPF, she explains, allows for 'minimal coverage [and] evens out your skin tone while also giving a hydrated glowy look.' Compared to BB or CC creams, tinted SPF is lighter and lends itself to the growing appetite for low-effort beauty. 'If you love that 'no makeup, makeup' look,' Ms Young says, 'a tinted SPF is your best friend.' And unlike most bases, the more you wear it, the better your skin will look, preventing pigmentation and redness. Cool-toned eyes A nostalgic nod to early-2000s shimmer is making its way back into our makeup bags. Icy whites, sheer lavenders and frosted blues are back, only this time they're less Paris Hilton and more Hailey Bieber. 'While icy, cool-toned eyeshadows were incredibly popular back in the late nineties and early Noughties, they were often chalky, hard to blend and unforgiving,' explains Ms Tilbury. 'We don't want it to look like the Tin Man!' says Ms Young. 'The trick is to pick a focal point to avoid going too frosted with everything.' A single frost-toned eye against matte skin and a neutral lip keeps the look more mature. 'Blend and diffuse the colour all over the lid so you have a light wash of colour,' says Ms Young. If you're not confident with eyeshadow, 'you can always add a pop of colour with a fun eyeliner colour. This trend is all about having fun with make-up and is perfect for festival season'. If you're not used to icy tones, 'there are ways of incorporating cooler-toned make-up into your everyday staples by swapping out your warm eyeshadows and gold glosses for greyer inspired shades', explains MAC Cosmetics senior make-up artist for the UK and Ireland, Carly Utting. 'This may sound scary if you're used to bronzes and warm tones, but a balance of both works wonders!' She loves pairing a cool-toned lipliner with a honey lipstick in a nod to the '90s. Ghost lashes Subtle and almost imperceptible, the ghost lash has emerged as this summer's biggest trend. Wearing makeup without mascara may spark fear in most, but thick coats of mascara and showy falsies are no longer the go-to. Makeup artist Mira Parmar describes it as 'a minimalist, no- mascara or barely-there lash look', one that's become a red carpet favourite for celebrities like Zendaya, Sophie Turner, Hailey Bieber and Lily-Rose Depp. 'This effortless style gives your lashes a much-needed break from heavy products, looks naturally elegant, and saves time, making it a perfect match for the 'clean girl' aesthetic,' she says. But this isn't simply a fleeting fad, as Ms Parmar says. 'It's more than just a trend, it marks a shift toward natural beauty and skin-first makeup, which is rooted in authenticity, minimalism and self-care.' Crisp, hyper-lined lips are out, and the messy, diffused, French girl lip is in. 'Creating the perfect lip shape is out, instead [people are] going for a more blended and blurred lip line,' says Ms Young. 'There's a move towards a sheerer coverage plumped lip, enhanced by liner and filled with just gloss,' says Ms Utting, who says natural lips with a slight sheen is a trend 'growing at a rapid rate'.
Vogue
11-06-2025
- Health
- Vogue
Microblading or Microshading? Here's The Difference
When it comes to the options for semi-permanent eyebrow makeup, microblading and microshading are usually at the top of the list. Yet few of us actually know what they are—or the difference between them. To make it easier to decide which is right for you, here's everything to know about the two techniques. Microblading or microshading? The two techniques belong to the same family: semi-permanent make-up, which can remain visible for anywhere between one and 24 months, depending on the technique and skin type—although, on average most results last six months to a year. Fans of semi-permanent makeup like that it streamlines their daily beauty routine, allowing them to skip certain steps. With microblading or microshading, the focus is the shape, proportion, and harmonization of the eyebrows. For both techniques, a needle is inserted under the skin to deposit a colored pigment and redefine the eyebrow line. The true difference lies in the way the pigment is applied and the aesthetic that's therefore achieved. The difference between microblading and microshading Although the two techniques are similar, they don't have the same name for a reason. Microblading offers a precise effect in which whisper-thin lines are manually drawn with a stylus fitted with small needles to imitate the appearance of natural hairs. The pigment is inserted into the epidermis via very fine incisions. When done well, the result is hyper realistic—it looks as if real hair has been added. It's recommended for people with sparse eyebrows or those wishing to fill in gaps, while retaining a natural, discreet look. Microshading, on the other hand, offers a more filled-in, blended effect. The technique uses a stylus to deposit pigments in the form of tiny dots, creating a shaded effect. This produces a softer, powdery result, similar to that obtained with an eyebrow pencil or shadow. Microshading is particularly suited to sensitive or oily skin, as the fine lines of microblading tend to blur over time on oiler skin. It's also less invasive and less prone to scarring, and great for those seeking a more fuller, made-up look.
