Metallic makeup looks: How to glimmer and shine the right way for fall
Shimmering products bringing a sheen to this season
Thanks fall runway makeup looks from designers like Giambattista Valli, Oscar De La Renta and more, the obsession with high shine and sparkle will continue into fall. However the focus shifts from the summer's playful glitter to a more controlled refined dazzle. From shadows to lipsticks, highlighters and nails there are tonnes of options to give you head turning metallic moments.
Check out these new and fun products that make this shimmering trend a little less intimidating.
Too Faced Melted Matte-Tallic Lipstick
You can count on a smooth high impact metallic finish from this liquid lipstick. It's got a rich creamy texture that dries quickly and never feels uncomfortable on. The colour 'give it to me' in particular is on-trend for fall, as we see a move to more warm metallics. Wear it as a casual metallic lip or amp up the shine by adding the shade 'magic metal transformer' over top.
Melted Matte-Tallic Lipstick, $25, toofaced.com
Lime Crime Perlees Metallic Lipstick
If you're not a fan of liquid lip colour, this is a better option for you. It's still very pigmented and metallic, but more lightweight with a creamy soft sheet dusted pearl look. The shade "Charmed" works well on most skin tones.
Lime Crime Perlees Metallic Lipstick, $23, thebay.com
Marc Jacobs Beauty Glam Glitter Gel Eye Crayon
This glide on glitter is designed to literally add a twinkle to your eyes. Get excited, it comes in 9 waterproof prismatic colours each with a built in sharpener! You'll love the control and flexibility you get with this. You can simply line it, smudge it quickly before it dries or build on it for even more impact. Try the colour "Gemstone" which is a teal mixed with silver.
Marc Jacobs Beauty Glam Glitter Gel Eye Crayon, $25, net-a-porter.com
MAC Cosmetics Dazzleshadow
If you're looking for more than just a strip of glimmer, opt for this eye shadow. We're talking reflective power that doesn't crease and crackle. Go for "Pantheritzed" for a sultry smoky gunmetal vibe. It's easy to apply so you can control the brightness. Dab it in the middle of your lid for a more intensity.
MAC Cosmetics Dazzleshadow, $28, sephora.ca
Fenty Beauty Diamond Bomb All-Over Diamond Veil
Step out in major platinum pizazz with this all over highlighter from Fenty Beauty. It's a jelly powder formula that's not sticky and will stay put, adding ultra shine wherever you want it. When applying it to the body, focus on clavicles and the shoulder for a more refined look.
Fenty Beauty Diamond Bomb All-Over Diamond Veil, $46, sephora.ca
Urban Decay Double Team Special Effect Mascara
Don't make your lashes feel left out, they can get highlighted as well! The emphasis here is on the colour pop, so don't expect this to do all the things your favourite mascara would. Consider dragging the silver/gold colour to the tips of your lashes on top of existing mascara for a glistening effect.
Urban Decay Double Team Special Effect Mascara, $31.38, ultabeauty.com
L'Oréal Paris Colorista One Day Spray
You can get instant silver fox vibes with this one day colour spray. Try spraying just on your ends for a metallic ombre look or pump a few bursts into a braid. Works well on straight, curly or kinky hair. Washes out with shampoo. The rose gold and gold colours are also great options to add metallic dazzle to your hair.
L'Oréal Paris Colorista One Day Spray, $11.66, walmart.ca
Essie Mirror Metallics Penny Talk
If you're looking for that super-reflective chrome look but don't want to pay professional salon prices, then this polish is definitely worth your consideration. Its silver counterpart does deliver, but "Penny Talk" better suits more skin tones. It's a high shine, bright copper colour that can elevate your nails in one swipe.
Essie Mirror Metallics Penny Talk, $9, ultabeauty.com
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