Sun-kissed skin, salty hair, the sound of crashing waves fading in the distance – ah, summer evenings! Just wrapped up a perfect beach day, and now it’s time to switch gears for a sunset dinner with the girls. Beachy vibes are a must, but I want to add a little extra something without going full-on disco ball. Enter the hottest makeup trend on TikTok – Sunset Blush.
Forget the crazy, over-the-top looks that often go viral (and thankfully, there’s no food or fruit inspiration involved this time!). This trend, created by the talented Alissa Janay, is surprisingly wearable, even for makeup minimalists like myself. It’s all about capturing the essence of summer – the fiery oranges and soft pinks of a breathtaking sunset – right on your cheeks.
@alissajanay1 If only i was at the beach rn 🥲
♬ original sound – Alissajanay
But what exactly is Sunset Blush?
It’s surprisingly simple! Imagine the fiery oranges and soft pinks of a setting sun painted right on your cheeks. This combination of warm hues creates a multi-dimensional effect, mimicking that natural flush you get after a day spent soaking up the sun. Talk about beach vibes in a compact!
The best part? Sunset Blush is totally customizable. Love bold colors? Go for it! Prefer something more subtle? You can easily adjust the intensity to suit your style. Plus, chances are you already have the products you need in your makeup bag!
Here’s the breakdown on achieving this stunning look:
- Start with a Pop of Pink: Apply a small amount of hot pink blush (think pea-sized dots) to the highest point of your cheeks, almost where highlighter usually goes.
- Bring on the Orange: Directly beneath the pink, dab a similar amount of a vibrant orange blush.
- Products You Can Use: While Alissa used E.l.f.’s Camo Liquid Blush in specific shades (which are unsurprisingly sold out!), any pigmented cream blush will work. Consider Rare Beauty’s Soft Liquid Blush or Iris & Romeo’s Ceramide Multi Balm.
- Fair Skin? No Problem: If you have a lighter complexion or prefer a softer look, swap the hot pink for a light pink or peach blush.
- The Golden Touch: For that extra summery glow, add a touch of gold-flecked highlighter to the mix. Milani’s Liquid Gold is one option, but any highlighter with a hint of gold shimmer will do.
- Blend it Out: The key to achieving that seamless sunset effect is flawless blending. Use a damp makeup sponge or a fluffy brush to gently blend all the colors together.
The result? Gorgeous, highlighted cheeks with a subtle wash of orange, mimicking a beautiful summer sunset. Trust me, even makeup minimalists will be wowed by the finished product. So grab your favorite pink and orange blushes before this trend sets the summer on fire (literally and figuratively)!