The Best Summer 2023 Makeup Trends
Barely-there brows, bold lips, and dewy skin all make the cut.
Twinkling, metallic lids, bold lip shades, barely-there brows, and layers of blush are probably already taking over your For You Page, as they're some of the biggest beauty and makeup trends for summer 2023. We spoke with top celebrity artists Daniel Martin, Danessa Myricks, and Kristofer Buckle for their thoughts on the heat-proof makeup looks worth trying over the next few months. Read on for all the best summer 2023 makeup trends straight from the experts, and if you're looking for more of beauty inspiration for summer, be sure to check out our picks for the best hair and nail polish ideas to round out your rotation.
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According to celebrity makeup artist Daniel Martin, one of summer 2023’s makeup trends is undoubtedly no-brow eyebrows. Kylie Jenner paired hers with an icy blonde wig for fashion campaign images as the new face of Jean Paul Gaultier.
As an added beauty bonus, you don't necessarily have to bleach your brows to channel this summer makeup trend. At the Versace 2023 Spring/Summer runway show, supermodel Bella Hadid wore a lightly tinted brow down the runway.
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“I love this because it adds a strength to the eyes, allowing your eye makeup to be the focus,” Martin tells BAZAAR.com. “Eyebrows create a framework in the region of the face where getting rid of it opens that space up to really see makeup and color on the lips more vividly.” On singer Shygirl, celebrity makeup artist Raisa Flowers leaned into the trend, pairing a bold, pigmented eye and nude lip with her bleach blonde brows.
NYX Retractable Eye Liner in White
If you're just looking to test the waters of this buzzy trend, Martin suggests rubbing white eyeliner onto a disposable mascara spoolie and brushing it over your brows. He swears by NYX's Professional Retractable Eye Liner to cancel out the colour of your natural hairs. “This will look white, but once you take foundation over the hair, it cancels out the colour while still keeping your brow shape intact,” he adds.
Tatcha The Silk Powder
And to lock in your barely there brows, Martin suggests setting them with a powder puff and Tatcha's culty Silk Powder for maximum staying power.
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Beauty often comes full circle, and the retro-inspired blush moment celebrity artist and Haus Labs global artistry director Sarah Tanno created for Lady Gaga's 2023 Oscars look earned its spot on our list of all-time favorites.
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In addition to a flawless cut crease, artist Patrick Ta gave Lori Harvey a little extra flush with a vibrant, orange-y hue at this year's Cannes Film Festival.
Pat McGrath Labs Divine Blush: Legendary Glow Colour Balm
Whether you decide to use your fingers or a makeup brush to apply Pat McGrath Labs' Divine Blush balm, we're betting you won't be disappointed by its pigmented colour payoff. The twist-up packaging makes it a breeze to apply exactly where you want.
Makeup by Mario Soft Pop Plumping Blush
Fans of the formula behind Makeup by Mario's Surreal Skin Foundation will love the brand's new blush. It features a silky, hyaluronic acid-based formula that plumps your cheeks as you wear it.
Effortlessly dewy skin is something many of us aspire to have, which makes it even more beneficial that the look is trending for summer 2023. “It isn’t a new trend, but advanced technologies in skincare and new makeup innovations make it more easily achievable for those who aren’t into makeup," Martin says.
While models walking the Proenza Schouler Spring/Summer 2023 show took their glow factor up a few notches, their minimal makeup looks placed an emphasis on hydrated, luminous skin.
Models glistened backstage at Sandy Liang, with makeup artists paying special attention to the décolleté and cheekbones, along with the inner corners of the eyes.
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Look no further for ultimate dewy inspiration than supermodel Hailey Bieber, who literally coined the phrase, "glazed donut skin."
Dior Forever Skin Glow Foundation
Martin leans towards Dior's Forever Glow Foundation for an ethereal skin finish. He also suggests spotting on the product over your face with a brush to allow, "that lit-from-within look."
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The no makeup-makeup look has evolved to something a bit more defined. According to celebrity makeup artist and founder of Danessa Myricks Beauty, Danessa Myricks, sculpted skin is in. “Naturally snatched, no makeup makeup look, where features are shaped and accentuated while using the most natural highlight and contour techniques, is very popular right now," she tells BAZAAR.com.
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Not only is Jennifer Lopez giving vacation glow while lounging poolside, but her bronzy contours add extra depth to her no makeup-makeup look.
Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream
Our editors love using this popular bronzing cream from Chanel, which is why we've named it one of the most iconic beauty products. Since its formula dries down to semi-matte, it's easy to get that bronzy, sun-kissed look with just a few swipes.
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Bolder, unexpected lip colours are trending for summer 2023, like this slate grey shade seen on Lizzo during a recent tour performance. A popular makeup style known as Weird Girl Lipstick, no shade—no matter how vibrant or pigmented —is "off limits" this season.
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Here, makeup artist Sarah Feingold showcases a glossy take on the wild lip trend, featuring a bold emphasis on liner with a pair of accenting lines. Next, apply a coat of clear gloss on top to seal in your look.
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Pair vibrant, loose pigments—or even your favourite eyeshadow—over a deep liner or lipstick like artist and influencer Nikkie de Jager for a signature weird girl effect.
“Use a lip brush, lip liner, and concealer on a stiff brush to help clean up the edge,” celebrity makeup artist Kristofer Buckle advises. "I love this look because I think it’s easy and doesn’t require much skill, and it’s open ended, so you can customise to your complexion," he adds. "It’s also non-committal. If it’s not working, you just wipe it off, and the rest of your makeup is still intact and try another colour or effect."
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Celebrity makeup artist Priscilla Ono amped up a berry-inspired monochromatic makeup look with a wash of shimmery lavender colour across a model's lids.
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We love this gilded look crafted by celebrity artist Pat McGrath, which she's paired with baby pink blush and a glossy lip.
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If you're looking for more of a boost to enhance your dazzling eye makeup, lean into the trend with the addition of a few gem adornments for added twinkle.
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According to Martin, the featherweight foundation trend offers up the perfect canvas for summer. “This look is great for those who don’t wear makeup but want to feel polished,” he says.
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Celebrity artist Hung Vanngo created a softer take on every day makeup for summer with this paired-down beauty look that still makes an impact.
Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40
A little goes a long way when it comes to Ilia's beloved Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40, which helps improve hydration, redness, and uneven tone using niacinamide, squalane, and hyaluronic acid.
Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint
Since Fenty Beauty's Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint is both humidity- and sweat-proof, it is the perfect no makeup-makeup addition to your routine this season.
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It doesn't get much more Barbiecore than actual Barbie herself, actress Margot Robbie, who channeled her character with a soft flush of all-over pink makeup.
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We're still swooning over Zendaya's pedal pink blush and matching lids from this year's Screen Actors Guild awards, which were accented with a glossy nude lip.
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Artist Jo Baker focused the Barbiecore trend on the lids with a pink and orange ombré cat-eye.
Bakeup Micro Palm Palette - Neons
Here's the exact palette Baker used for a vibrant, Barbie-inspired eye look, which can actually be worn all over the face.
Summer months provide the perfect opportunity to be more playful with your beauty look. On the red carpet at the 2023 Met Gala, actress Vanessa Hudgens gave us ultimate inspiration by playing up her eyes with bold, cat-eye liner that stole the show.
Offering a smokier and more diffused take on the trend at Tom Ford's Spring/Summer 2023 presentation, models were spotted wearing lived-in eye looks (with a hint of shine), along with subtle contouring.
Maybelline Eye Studio Master Precise Liner
This popular liquid liner from Maybelline has a fine brush tip makes it simple to create an edgy eye look in minutes.
Tom Ford Eye Color Quad Crème Eyeshadow Palette
This four-shade shadow palette includes two travel-size brushes for an expert-level eye contour that looks runway ready.
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If the Weird Girl Lipstick trend isn't quite your thing, tap into the ease of summer with a fresh coat of gloss or lip oil instead. Whether you decide to wear it alone, or over a natural-looking lip shade, like actress Megan Fox, the wet look finish is timeless.
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Celebrity makeup artist Isamaya Ffrench took glossy lips to the next level with a nude formula that features a little extra sparkle.
Tower 28 ShineOn Lip Jelly
Tower 28's translucent gloss isn't just for show: It also happens to be packed with five different oils to keep your lips nourished.
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