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Here at Byrdie, it’s no secret that we love the ’90s.
After all, they brought usepic workout videos, slinky slip skirts, andhair accessories galore.
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And when it comes to iconic makeup looks, the 1990s definitely do not disappoint.
Perhaps doing so will spark some inspirationor at least, satisfy feelings of nostalgia.
Here, South African model Carmen Lee Solomons does just that.
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As for what products will get you that supermodel sculpt?
“Bronzeris essential,” says Thompson.
To make it more modern, she suggests a matte, powdery finish.
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“Plus [body glitter] is fun and super easy to pull off.
Use your fingertips to tap it anywhere you like.
I like to put it where I might puthighlighterlike the high points of the collarbone and the shoulders.”
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Barely-There Makeup
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Baby-facedKate Mossfirst showed us all how to perfectminimal makeup30 years ago.
Here, Thai-French beauty Yada Villaret perfects Moss’s off-duty model look with her radiant base and popsicle-stained lips.
To replicate the look, you’ll most definitely needcream blush, Thompson tells us.
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“The formula allows for easy building and blending.
She suggests playing around with different shades.
Apply it to your lips if you’re going for a uniform look.
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To get the look, first, grab a black cream eyeliner and heavily trace around your entire eye.
Next, up the drama by applying mascara to both top and bottom lashes.
Just two coats will have onlookers convinced that you’re wearing falsies.
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To modernize the look, add a touch of gloss to the center of the lips and Cupids bow.
The soft tones have some kind of calming effectnot to mention, they’re fashion-forward.
“Blue eyeshadow can be very flattering, specifically onbrown,hazel, andgreen eyes,” notes Dali.
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persona Moeshahad everyone emulating her signature liner-and-glossed lips.
Finally, finish with setting powder on the face and neck.
Mellinger admits she is obsessed with a dark pout and would suggest complementing it with a mostly bare face.
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“I dont love the idea that makeup has to be perfect and symmetrical all the time.
I dont think we need to be covered in makeup to look beautiful,” says Mellinger.
“You want it to look as smoky and rock and roll as possible,” emphasizes Dali.
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Apply liner to the inside water line and in between every lash to create a tight line.”
According to Mellinger, it’s one trend from the ’90s that actually never went out of style.
“Im a fan of a lip thats lined in a darker color and left neutral in the center.
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It makes the lip pop and your pout look fuller,” says Mellinger.
Line or overline slightly as desired.
Buff and blend the inner part of the line with a stiff-bristled makeup brush."
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“Its much easier to find foundations in different finishes, formula types, undertones, etc.
nowadays that cater to the myriad of skin tones out there.
When you have access to your perfect shade, the rest of your look will come together.”
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I feel like weve lost that in the past decade.
Its become about this artificial/IG face.
Luckily, you don’t have to bleach your eyebrows (unless you want to!)
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“We know the ’90s were all about grunge, so bleached eyebrows were a huge trendand still are!
“Simply apply the concealer to the brows using the spoolie until you reach your desired coverage.
I like to top off the look witha setting powderto help the look stay put all day.”
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