The beauty looks you'll be tempted to try out this spring
Many of us will be spending much of spring 2020 indoors, it’s true. But we’re determined to help you look on the bright side, stay positive and enjoy your normal interests as much as possible - so we say it’s a great time to hone your beauty techniques for the season ahead, ready for when life returns to its normal pace.
From tricks we’ve learnt from industry trailblazers to the ‘90s nails making a comeback, we bring you the defining beauty looks of spring, and the products to help you achieve them…
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Twilighting
It may sound like a vampire movie fan club, but it’s actually the latest hair-colouring technique to ask your stylist for. Twilighting is generally used on darker hair colours which have warm undertones; these are then better defined with the addition of balayage to the ends of your hair, as well as foiled babylights.
Low-maintenance but it’ll give tresses a big lift. Post-appointment, keep your highlights fresh with a bonding shampoo.
Olaplex No.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo, £13, Space NK
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Micro Frenchies
Of all the ‘90s trends that have made a comeback, this is one we’re welcoming back with open arms. French manicures are back, but with a few moderations. First, step away from the acrylics—the polish should be painted on your natural nail. Second, the tips should be super thin.
Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in Pure White, £22, Harvey Nichols
Barry M Cosmetics All in One Nail Paint, £2.99, Superdrug
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Balmy Lips
Lipgloss has a time and a place but, day-to-day, it’s just not practical. That said, 2020 is all about less is more, and the easiest way to achieve this is with a lip-balmed pout. The desired finish is almost glossy, not sticky, with a barely-there shine as opposed to matte.
Mario Badescu Lip Balm, £6.25, Beautybay.com
Ultrabalm, £12, Lush
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Pre-Highlighting
Highlighter has been one of the biggest beauty movements of recent years, and while it’s still sticking around in for spring, you should look at applying it differently. Top makeup artists are now adding liquid highlighter before foundation; the initial layer of glow will shine through and read as radiant skin, not makeup.
Becca Glow Silk Highlighter Drops,£29, Cultbeauty.co.uk
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Iridescent Eyes
Glitter eyeshadow may be commonly associated with party season, but iridescent shadows with subtle shimmer were easily the biggest eye trend on the runways. Seek out loose powders or silky liquid shadows, and apply with a brush to achieve an ethereal finish that looks anything but chalky.
bobbi brown Sparkle Eyeshadow in Silver Lilac, £26,
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The Gypsy Shrine Loose Eyeshadow Pigment, £8, Beautybay.com
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Pink Flush
Please, step away from the bronze. For spring it’s all about dusting your cheekbones with pink powder. Of course, you needn’t go for full-on fuchsia—instead, opt for rosy tones that you can build if desired. On the catwalk, the shade was also used on temples, the corners of eyes and underneath brow bones for a pretty flourish.
