Step 1: Prep your skin. The first step to soft glam makeup is to make sure your skin is hydrated and smooth. Start by cleansing your face with a gentle cleanser, then apply a moisturizer that suits your skin type. You can also use a primer to fill in any pores and create a smooth canvas for your foundation. One of our favorites is the Tatcha The Silk Canvas Protective Primer¹, which hydrates and evens out the skin.
Step 2: Apply a sheer foundation. The key to soft glam makeup is to avoid a heavy or cakey foundation that covers up your natural skin texture. Instead, opt for a sheer or light-coverage foundation that lets your skin breathe and glow. We recommend the Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation², which has a silky texture and a natural finish. Use a damp sponge or a buffing brush to blend it all over your face, and add more coverage where you need it.
Step 3: Conceal and brighten. To hide any dark circles or blemishes, use a concealer that matches your skin tone or is one shade lighter. A good option is the Nars Soft Matte Complete Concealer³, which has a creamy formula and a matte finish that doesn’t crease or cake. Apply it with your finger or a small brush under your eyes, around your nose, and on any spots. Then, blend it well with your sponge or brush.
Step 4: Add some color to your cheeks. A soft glam makeup look is not complete without some blush on your cheeks. Blush adds some warmth and life to your complexion, and makes you look more radiant. For a soft glam look, choose a cream or liquid blush that blends easily and gives you a natural flush. We love the L’Oréal Paris Glow Paradise Lip and Cheek Tint⁴, which has a lightweight formula and a glossy finish. Apply it with your fingers or a blush brush on the apples of your cheeks, and blend it upwards towards your temples.
Step 5: Define your eyes. For the eyes, you want to create a soft and diffused look that enhances your eye shape and color. Instead of using a harsh eyeliner, use an eyeshadow in a matte or shimmer shade that complements your skin tone. You can use an angled brush to apply it along your lash line, and smudge it slightly for a softer effect. You can also use the same eyeshadow to fill in your brows with light strokes. For the eyelids, you can use a neutral eyeshadow palette, like the Anastasia Beverly Hills Soft Glam Eyeshadow Palette⁵, which has 14 shades ranging from light to dark, matte to metallic. Use a fluffy brush to apply a light shade all over your lid, then use a darker shade on the outer corner and crease for some depth and definition. Blend well with a clean brush for a seamless transition.
Step 6: Finish with mascara and lipstick. The final touches for your soft glam makeup are mascara and lipstick. Mascara will open up your eyes and make them look more awake and expressive. Choose a mascara that adds volume and length to your lashes, like the L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara, which has a soft wavy brush and a creamy formula that coats every lash. Apply two coats for maximum impact, and wiggle the brush from the roots to the tips for an even application. For the lips, you want to choose a hydrating lipstick formula that adds some shine and color to your pout. We suggest the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Shine Lipstick, which has an ultra-rich formula and a glossy finish. Choose a shade that matches or is slightly darker than your natural lip color, and apply it directly from the bullet or with a lip brush.
Step 7: Set your makeup. The last step to ensure that your soft glam makeup lasts all day is to set it with a setting spray or powder. A setting spray will lock in your makeup and add some extra glow to your skin, while a setting powder will mattify any oily areas and smooth out any fine lines or pores. You can use either one depending on your preference and skin type. A great setting spray is the Urban Decay All Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray, which has a lightweight formula and a microfine mist that keeps your makeup in place for up to 16 hours. A great setting powder is the Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder, which has a silky texture and a translucent shade that works for all skin tones. Use a large fluffy brush to dust it lightly over your face, focusing on the T-zone and under the eyes.
And there you have it, a soft glam makeup look that is easy to create and flattering on everyone. You can customize it to your liking by changing the colors, intensity, or products. The most important thing is to have fun and enjoy your makeup. Remember, soft glam is all about enhancing your natural beauty and making you feel confident and beautiful.
Source:
(1) How to Do Soft Glam Makeup — Tips and Product Recommendations – Allure. https://www.allure.com/story/soft-glam-makeup-guide-steps.
(2) How to Create a Soft Glam Makeup Look – L’Oréal Paris. https://www.lorealparisusa.com/beauty-magazine/makeup/makeup-looks/soft-glam-makeup-looks.
(3) 9 Soft Glam Makeup Looks and Ideas to Copy ASAP – Cosmopolitan. https://www.cosmopolitan.com/style-beauty/beauty/g37252881/soft-glam-makeup/.
(4) Here’s Your Guide: Soft to Full Glam Makeup Looks! – Maybelline. https://www.maybelline.co.in/makeup-tips/featured/soft-and-full-glam-makeup-looks.
(5) How To Perfect The Soft Glam Look. https://www.glam.com/1158064/how-to-perfect-the-soft-glam-look/.