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Justice for ’80s makeup is in order.

From rosy, opaque pinks to sheerer formulas, pink lipstick was a go-to for many.

Celebrities Wearing 80s Style Makeup

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Today, the rise ofBarbiecoreand other girlhood-inspired trends has put bright pink lips back in the spotlight.

Pairing the look with plenty of glow makes it feel fresh for 2024.

Chapell Roan’s always colorful glam embodies a similar theatrical perspective.

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A matte, one-dimensional complexion offered the perfect canvas for subtler details like frosted lips.

In 2024, the trend cycle has shifted away from its ultra-glazed donut days.

Rainbow Eyeshadow

you could’t talk about ’80s makeup without discussing colorful eyeshadow.

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That said, colorful eyeshadow has made a big comeback, spanning the red carpet and street style.

Color was everywhereblush, lipstick, eyeshadow, and even eyeliner.

Extravagant beauty hasn’t gone away, but now it’s crafted in a more refined approach.

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Graphic vivid eyeliner can be subtletakeHailey Bieber’s sunflowereyeliner for Coachella as an example.

Matte Skin

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Grace Jones and Ilham Mestour wearing dark lipstick

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split of Whitney Houston and Gracie Abrams wearing purple eyeshadow

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split of Pat Cleveland and a model wearing blue eyeliner

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side by side of Debbie Harry and Yara Shahidi wearing bright pink blush

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Cyndi Lauper and Lily Collins with Blue Eyeshadow and Red Lips

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