Just like clockwork, the frosted makeup trend is making its annual return to the beauty world right as temperatures begin to drop. If you’re looking for an effortless way to channel your inner ice princess, look no further than silver eyeliner. It’s the coolest way to embrace the frosty, cool-toned aesthetic and far more approachable than committing to an all-over frosted eye. According to Pinterest’s 2026 Trend Report, searches for “silver eyeliner makeup” are already up 48% this year, further solidifying its reign through the colder months. If you’re new to the metallic makeup world, allow us to walk you through a simple approach to silver eyeliner that will make your eyes pop.
Base
For a statement eye look like this, we always recommend keeping the rest of the complexion minimal and muted. After your usual prep routine, apply a light layer of foundation to even out your skin tone, followed by concealer to camouflage any dark spots or discoloration. Set the T-zone (or wherever your makeup tends to migrate throughout the day) with a light dusting of powder. Finish by lightly contouring the forehead and cheekbones to add dimension to your canvas. You can skip blush altogether if you want to keep the focus firmly on the cool-toned eye look.
Silver Eyeliner
For the eyes, start by sweeping a dark gray eyeshadow through the crease, maintaining an elongated, cat-eye shape as you blend. Sweep the same shade along the lower lash line to completely encircle the eyes. Next, use a waterproof eyeliner to tightline the upper and lower waterlines. Then, grab your silver eyeliner of choice and delicately trace it along the upper lash line, extending the tail ever so slightly into a flick. With an ultra-light hand, add the faintest touch of silver to the inner portion of the lower lash line for an icy finish.
That’s it! There’s no need to blend a million shades of eyeshadow to get the frosted effect. Silver eyeliner makes the icy makeup trend approachable, easy, and still just as show-stopping.
COMPLEXION & EYE MAKEUP EDIT
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