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Last year was all about cool-toned eyes, with silver and gray shadows adding an edgy twist to everyday makeup. This fall, a new trend is entering the chat and it’s the perfect companion to those icy eye looks. Cool-toned lips are set to dominate the season, and they’re far prettier than they might sound. Rather than unflattering, pale shades, today’s cool-toned lips are a more ’90s approach to the blurred lip. Instead of warm mauves and caramel browns, the focus is on shades like gray-brown that add dimension and definition to your pout. The result is still soft and feminine, but with an autumnal feel. Ahead, we’re sharing a step-by-step guide to achieving the perfect cool-toned lips, just like your favorite celebrity wears on the red carpet.
Prep and Line
This particular beauty trend puts plenty of emphasis on your smile, so you’ll want to start with a little prep. Lightly exfoliate your lips to remove any dead skin, ensuring the products that follow glide on as smoothly as possible. Since lips are often the finishing touch of a makeup look, we recommend exfoliating during your skin prep and following up with a nourishing balm that can sink in while you complete the rest of your routine. When it’s finally time to focus on your lips, start with a brown lip liner, making sure to choose a shade with cool undertones. A gray-brown or taupe is always a safe bet. Lightly overline your lips if you want to create a fuller-looking shape, keeping the edges soft rather than overly defined.
Color and Shine
For a more natural take on the trend, keep your cool-toned lips matte. After applying lip liner, use a lipstick in a similar shade to gently fill in the center of your lips. This creates a subtle contrast between the liner and lipstick, allowing the color to fade naturally toward the center. On the other hand, if you want your lips to stand out a little more, add a clear gloss on top. It’s the easiest way to give the look a touch of shine without overwhelming the cool-toned lips look.
