Fresh faced

MODA’S GUIDE TO HIGHLIGHTING YOUR NATURAL BEAUTY WITH THIS FALL’S MAKEUP TRENDS.

By Jessica Katz, Staff Writer Illustrated by Channing Smith, Art Director

The no-makeup makeup trend has made a re-appearance. When Alicia Keys first announced a #nomakeup movement in 2016, many celebrities such as Kim Kardashian and Gwyneth Paltrow, joined in this movement, flaunting their fresh-faced selfies. By 2017, this trend made its way to runways, including Burberry, Alexander Wang and Calvin Klein. And by 2020, no-makeup trend has spread to social media on platforms such as YouTube and TikTok.

In the humidity of the summer, many rely on no-makeup makeup for a fresher, more natural, lighter coverage look. Here are some easy, low maintenance makeup looks that will keep you cool and refreshed this upcoming fall!

FAUX FRECKLES

Freckles are quite adorable and really accentuate a person’s face. It’s easy to highlight natural freckles using a lowcoverage foundation, tinted moisturizer or BB cream. Faux freckles, on the other hand, started whirling around the internet around the summer of 2019. These artificial freckles can range anywhere from natural to colorful and have been spotted on Doja Cat as well as TikToker Emmy Hartman. One easy way to achieve the freckled look is by using Freck OG; with this pen, create a cluster of dots on your face, and tap them out throughout your face. This product is realistic, yet buildable and long-lasting. Another way to create faux freckles is with a brown makeup pencil, such as the Anastasia Beverly Hills Perfect Brow Pencil. Simply use the pencil to draw on little dots, then use the brush to give more precision.

NATURAL FLUSH

Apply blush beyond the apples of your cheeks, blending the product onto your nose, forehead and/or chin, for a soft “sunburnt” look. Influencer Addison Rae, actor Madelaine Petsch as well as French model Camille Rowe have been spotted with this rosy look. Cream blush, as opposed to powder, tends to give a natural flush with a pretty sheen. The formulas are typically more hydrating and lightweight, giving a dewy look when applied. One example is the Glossier Cloud Paint; simply dab this gel-cream blush to apply and tap it into the skin to blend.

A personal favorite is the Jane Iredale Just Kissed Lip and Cheek Stain. This product adjusts to your own chemistry to enhance your skin’s natural coloring. Simply swipe the product on your face and use your fingers to blend.

SUNKISSED GLOW

Even with lighter-coverage products, it is easy to achieve beautiful, radiant skin. For an overall face glow, use a face gloss or oil. The new Morphe 2 Gloss Pop Face & Eye Gloss is a clear, non-sticky gloss that can be applied anywhere on the skin, with or without makeup. Swipe this product on the skin for subtle illumination. On the other hand, the Supergoop Glow Oil SPF 50 is a sunscreen body oil that hydrates and protects the skin while leaving it glowy. Simply apply it to a bare face at least 15 minutes prior to sun exposure. Another way to achieve a sunkissed glow — highlight the spots of your face that are normally hit by the sun. For a dewy, almost wet look, stay away from powder formulas. Two great products to help illuminate your skin are the Glossier Nightshine and the Milk Makeup Highlighter. Just a small amount of highlight helps you achieve a natural sheen so your skin can shine like glass. ■