TikTok has done it again. Even for those of us who don’t wear makeup regularly, we’ve created a gorgeous makeup trend that will be everywhere in 2024. Known as sunset blush, this technique takes the traditional sun-kissed look and amps it up in luxury by adding gold, orange, and pink to the equation. When layered correctly, not only will your cheekbones look like they’re reflecting a beautiful tropical sunset, but your cheeks will look like they’re the setting sun.
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Perhaps this style isn’t new to some, but to really draw attention to how gorgeous and seasonally appropriate this blush technique is, TikToker and beauty creator Alissa Janay and her April I needed a tutorial video. “It’s a beautiful way to experiment with different bright shades and golds to create unique gradient effects that are only visible to the eyes,” makeup artist Joseph Carrillo tells Allure. Told.
Janay starts the video in deep bright pink and bold orange before adding gold to soften the whole look, but that doesn’t mean you can’t try your own version of the sunset blush trend . After all, not all sunsets look the same, so there’s plenty of room to explore the look and make it your own.
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Let’s separate the two main colors
Gold is part of the sunset blush trend, but that doesn’t mean you have to include it when creating your own version. Focus on pink, orange, and yellow tones subtly blending into each other, giving each color its own space while creating a slow gradient look to give cheekbones dimension and make them pop just the right way. can do. angle.
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Keep the cheek area modest and the area around the eyes heavy.
Those who claimed that sunset blush needs to stay on the cheeks were a big mistake. Here we see cheekbones rocking pink and orange hues in a one-dimensional, understated way. It’s around the eyes that the problem is most intense, but it works perfectly. Also, this is done in such a way that it is one of the highly coveted day and night makeup looks. Whether it’s makeup or clothing, day-to-night options never go out of style.
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Deliver vibrant color from your cheekbones to your temples
There’s no right or wrong way to capture the sunset blush trend, but this plump cheek hug that wraps toward the temples really achieves that ethereal look. Intense yet breathtaking, the wearer looks like an angel with a perfect sunset on her face. It’s not an ordinary sunset, but a sunset often seen over the ocean.
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Choose something realistic and sophisticated
If you love the sunset blush trend but can’t commit to wearing a dark blush because your profession doesn’t allow for it (intense stares can be distracting in the office) or it’s just not for you. This is recommended. The version you want to get. This subtle look is still perfectly on-trend, but gives off an authentically sophisticated vibe in a more down-to-earth way.
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lean towards yellow hues
As we’ve already seen with this year’s butter nail trends, yellow is all the rage this season. Perfect for both spring and summer, it will give you positive energy even on those inevitable cloudy and rainy days. If you love the yellow and sunset blush trend, this is your chance to lean into yellow and give yourself a totally sunny vibe.
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