8 Autumn Makeup Trends That Everyone Will Be Wearing This Season
As we make our way through the last days of warmer weather this week and towards crisp autumn, it's become more and more clear that there's a desire for a fresh start in the air—specifically when it comes to our style and beauty choices. And despite all of the confusing weather, there are still plenty of cool makeup trends that have taken hold and prove that the new season is well and truly upon us.
While the vampy autumnal vibes of yesteryear aren't quite as strong, the looks are still perfect for channeling the seasonal shift in style. From bold lip moments to chic eyeshadow and even an unexpected remix on how to use blush, we've identified the top autumn/winter makeup looks with the most legs. Ahead, check them out and shop through the best makeup to pull off the looks at home.
8 Autumn Makeup Looks to Try Now
1. No-Makeup Makeup
No-makeup makeup has gained more traction than any other look this season. The key here is leaning into liquid and cream products that melt into the skin without overwhelming it. It's all about subtly enhancing the features to leave everyone wondering if you're even wearing makeup at all.
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2. Glossy Lips
Although this trend has been around for a while, the fashion community don't seem to be saying goodbye to lip gloss. From coats of sheer varnish to rose-tinged shades to shiny, opaque coverage, this high-impact lip look is an easy way to up the ante on an otherwise toned-down beat.
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3. Blush Bomb
This year has seen more creative uses for blush than just about any other makeup product. Artists and enthusiasts have taken to TikTok to show us the magic of dusting it over our noses, draping it up toward our temples, and even patting it on top of lipstick. The possibilities are endless.
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4. Goddess Glow
Don't worry if you've not had time to schedule in a holiday this summer, the trend of amped-up highlighter has helped to mimic the look of glowy vacation skin. Whether or not you've had the chance to hit the sand, creating this lit-from-within look is as easy as working glow-inducing products into every step of your complexion routine.
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5. Rosy Monochrome
Though rosy tones tend to find their footing in every season, they're especially popular this autumn. Think, deep berry hues splashed across the eyes, lips, and cheeks for a cohesively flushed face.
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6. Super-Soaked Eye Shadow
Bright colours might feel more appropriate for summer, but in truth, rich, saturated shades are perfect for autumn, too. Ultra-pigmented eye shadows smoothed across the lids are just the jolt we all need to lift our spirits as temperatures dip.
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7. Bold Red Lips
As a surprise to absolutely no one, it's officially bold red lip season. Blue-toned reds that capture the moodiness of the fall are wonderful shades to reach for, but as the years go on, the rules of red lipstick get looser and looser.
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8. Disco Eyes
Iridescent eye makeup is another trend that's taken off this season. With the rise in emphasis on the eyes over the last year, it's only fitting that the most stylish among us have taken to layering their shadows to create the perfect retro-glam looks.
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This post was originally published at an earlier time and has since been updated.
Courtney Higgs is a Cancer sun, Libra rising beauty enthusiast with about six years of experience in the editorial space. She was previously Who What Wear's associate beauty editor after spending many years working on the West Coast edit team at InStyle Magazine. She graduated from California State University, Northridge, with a BA in communication studies and pivoted to editorial after spending her college years working in the legal field. Her beauty philosophy is simple: She believes there are no wrong answers and that discovering our favorite beauty products and rituals is a journey, not a sprint. When she's not geeking out over products, she can be found adventuring around L.A. with her fiancé; watching reality TV with their French bulldog, Bernie Mac; or relating way too hard to astrology memes.
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