12 Stellar Makeup Trends To Try In 2022

Blair says that “juicy textures” are going to be huge for 2022. She recommends going with glossy and shiny finishes on your lips and eyes in fun berry shades.

You can grab a product that already has that dewiness to it, but if you want to go the extra mile, she recommends adding something like the M.A.C Cosmetics Shine Mixing Medium to get an even juicier texture. “[This] is a must-have for all things wet and shiny,” she says. “It’s easy to use on the eyes and face and isn’t sticky while taking you in the glow zone.”

It may sound like an oxymoron, but Blair says to keep an eye out for “glowing” mattes (aka matte foundations, powders, and eyeshadows with a satin-like finish) next year. If you’re not a fan of gloss or shiny highlighters, but still want a soft, lit-from-within glow, this look is a great middle ground.

As for colors to look out for next year, Blair says you’ll want to stock up on anything pastel-colored. Lavender, soft pink, light peach, baby blues — these are pretty shades to try for your next eyeshadow or lipstick.

Stenson predicts that graphic eyeliner will still be going strong well into 2022. “There are no rules when it comes to graphic eyeliners,” he says. “Be as creative and imaginative as you want.” Take a cue from Yara Shahidi and opt for a bold color like neon blue and draw on a negative space cat-eye for something really dynamic.

Blair predicts pink is going to be a major hue for 2022. In what she calls “power pink,” this shade of pink is bold and bright. Wear it on your lips with a fun lipstick or on the corner of your eyes (like this look from Prabal Gurung’s Spring Summer 2022 show) for a really cool pop of color.

Another color callout from Blair is mint green. Splash it across your eyes (as seen here on the Jason Wu Spring Summer 2022 runway) for a pretty watercolor effect.

The no-makeup-makeup look will continue to go strong for the new year. Stenson says people are going to want to show off their “real selves” and embrace unique features, like freckles and birthmarks. “The look is less about covering imperfections and more about accentuating one’s natural beauty,” he says. Opt for sheer coverage with a tinted moisturizer or lightweight foundation to get that natural-looking glow.

Stenson says that consumers are growing more mindful about what they put on their skin, especially when it comes to makeup. He sees clean beauty products being the go-to for many. Something like CoverGirl’s Clean Fresh Skin Milk Foundation gives you a lightweight formula with buildable coverage and a clean formula that is made without parabens or phthalates.

Add intensity to any look with long, voluminous lashes. Stenson says that consumers will look to lengthening mascaras and faux eyelashes to really make a statement with their eyes. Pro tip: He recommends cutting the lash strip into three pieces and placing the longer, outer end first along the lash line, followed by the middle, and then the shorter piece for a more natural look.

Go all out with your makeup look with face jewels. Stenson predicts these fun added details are something people are going to flock to in the new year, as face gems add sparkle and playfulness. Take a cue from Amanda Gorman and dress up your next look with jewels around your eyes.

The fascination with ’90s trends is still going strong. Take a page out of Bella Hadid’s book and opt for super-arched eyebrows. (The non-committal can fake the look with concealer.)

No need to professional makeup skills, when you have eyeliner stickers. Get a graphic look with none of the effort with fun decals from a brand like Face Lace or Simihaze.