10 Makeup Trends You’ll be Seeing Everywhere in 2024

Makeup trends are ever-changing and continue to evolve regularly. This year has proven to be a much-needed experiment with out-of-this-world creations, ranging from strawberry makeup à la Hailey Bieber, concealer lips, clumpy lashes to faux freckles. As beauty enthusiasts, there’s nothing we love more than getting a jumpstart on the hottest makeup trends before they hit the mainstream. While beauty fortune-telling might still be non-existent (for now), the looks of models strutting the fashion week runways, insights from experts, and TikTok trends all provide a glimpse into what future trends may hold. Below, we’ve scoured high and low for the top makeup trends in 2024 that you need to be aware of before this year ends.

The Hottest Makeup Trends in 2024 That Should Be on Your Radar

1. Balletcore

This is not a drill; balletcore is one of the makeup trends that is bound to twirl around until next year. With leg warmers, mini tulle skirts, and ballet flats, our moodboard has been filled with fashion styles related to this trend. It appears that balletcore is here to stay, enchanting us with its ethereal, romantic makeup looks. Picture subtle shades of pink undertones, sultry doe-eyed looks, and a soft sheen that reflects femininity at its finest.

2. Ombré Lips

The Y2K trend has predominantly taken over our wardrobe and makeup vanity (TBH, we’re not complaining). The ’90s makeup look is about to trend back again with ombré lips. A modern twist inspired by the decade-old trend of darkly lined lips, it accentuates natural lip colours without going too overboard. To achieve this look, you would need to use two shades of lipstick from the same colour family palette and finish it off with lip liner.

3. Abstract Graphic Liner

On our list of the hottest makeup trends in 2024 is graphic liner, which has been spotted multiple times on the Spring 2024 runway, including during Jil Sander, Eckhaus Latta and Helmut Lang shows. Contrary to the usual graphic liner, this makeup trend takes it up a notch with abstract designs such as marker-inspired striped styles, reverse eyeliner, or butterfly-like winged eyeliner. If you want to be on the trendsetter side, don a vibrant, bold colour of eyeliner like Barbiecore pink, electric blue, or periwinkle.

4. Barely There Foundation

Beauty enthusiasts can expect heavy foundation to become a thing of the past as more people prefer light coverage without compromising on a natural, radiant finish. This year, we’ve swapped the traditional foundation for skin tint, but it appears that brands are releasing incomparable formulas for both foundation and skin tint products that offer the best of both worlds. Trust us, you’ll want to add these products to your wishlist: MAC Studio Radiance Serum-Powered Foundation, Shiseido REVITALESSENCE SKIN GLOW Foundation SPF 30 PA+++, and Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick.

5. Asymmetrical Eyeshadow

The art of applying eyeshadow can be difficult to perfect, but fret not, as the makeup trends in 2024 are all about embracing imperfections. You can kiss goodbye to the cookie-cutter way of donning eyeshadow, as the asymmetrical variant is a fresh take that only requires a carefree blend on the eyelids. Simply channel your inner Picasso to create that done but not perfected look.

6. Splash of Red

It’s official: red is the new black in 2024. The trend has shifted towards minimal makeup that only requires a pop of vibrant colour to make a statement. Whenever you are in doubt, a splash of red, whether on the eyes or pout, will certainly make you look runway-ready. Imagine: glazed donut skin with bold, marker-like vibrant red eyeliner and nude lips — it’s just utter perfection.

7. Glossy Fizz

A futuristic chrome with a high-shine finish is set to make a dramatic entrance among the hottest makeup trends in 2024. This stardust-inspired look features reflective glitter painted over the eyelids. The perfect pairing is lustrous, shiny lips with subtle hues of pink tones and a smokey liner.

8. Monochromatic Foodie-Inspired Bites

Monochromatic makeup has been all over TikTok, from strawberry girl, cranberry makeup, pumpkin spice, to latte makeup. The beauty community never fails to amaze us with its never-ending creations of monochromatic makeup looks inspired by food and beverages. With that, you can anticipate a whole new variation coming your way next year, and we just cannot wait! There are just 101 food-themed makeup ideas that came across our minds right now.

9. Doll Blush

While it was often undermined, blush can actually make or break your look. We’ve all been there as newbies, frantically applying blusher in a full, harsh circle that undoubtedly reminds us of a clown. Instead, the latest tea on a makeup trend is doll blush, which requires an ombré concealer technique by blending the outer edges to attain that natural gradient of flushed cheeks.

10.  Witchy Hunt

Gothic beauty has never truly left the chat, and this list is a testament to that. Once considered an unconventional style, gothic beauty is about to go mainstream, allowing you to embrace the inner witch look. Whether it’s voluminous spidery lashes, dark vampire lips, or smudgy eyeliner, the makeup look is infinite.

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