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We've done full glam. We've done no-makeup makeup. We've done blush blindness.
And now we’re leaning towards soft, sheer washes of colour that carry a sense of whimsy. The watercolour makeup trend offers a fresh middle ground for beauty enthusiasts. It’s more than bare skin, but nowhere near as high-maintenance as a full face of makeup—and its appeal lies in that very sweet spot. It puts the focus on sheer, translucent eyelids, flushed cheeks and lips that look stained rather than painted. If you’ve seen this trend blowing up on your social feed and have been wondering how to make it work for you, you’ve come to the right place.
For someone who prefers fresh, wearable makeup in her day-to-day life, it's easy to see why this NARS favourite has earned a place in Soni's vanity. Sitting somewhere between skincare and foundation, it offers enough coverage to even out the complexion without masking the skin underneath. The texture feels lightweight and comfortable, making it particularly appealing on days when a full face of foundation feels unnecessary. The added SPF is a practical bonus, while the radiant finish leaves skin looking healthy, fresh and naturally polished.
Discover the secret to rosy, flushed cheeks with Pixi Beauty’s On-The-Glow Blush. The swipe-on stick will instantly become the best blush in your makeup kit by offering ease of use when travelling or on the go—adios, messy fingers. The creamy formula brings ginseng extracts and aloe vera to the table for a hydrating flush of colour. After applying moisturiser, simply twist the stick up and apply across the apples of your cheeks for a radiant flush.
This cream blush stick is perfect for wedding guests who want something easy, quick and mistake-proof. It delivers fresh colour with minimal effort and has enough pigment to stay visible throughout the day. Mukuchyan suggests using formulas like this as an anchor layer, then lightly setting with powder to help the colour last longer without losing that natural, skin-like finish.
“This was my first-ever blush stick, and I bought it because it promised a mess-free application. But it was the creamy, soft-focus finish that turned me into such a loyalist. So much so that you’ll catch me swiping, reapplying and perfecting it wherever I go. The pastel pink shade is just perfect, and it blends in so effortlessly. It’s my go-to on days I want the fresh, second-skin payoff.” - Urvi Shah, Editorial
Libra Ruled by Venus, Libra has a well-documented appreciation for beautiful things. PIXI's On-The-Glow Blush in Fleur, a fresh rosy-pink, fits right into their carefully considered makeup collection. The creamy stick makes application easy, while the dewy finish gives cheeks a lovely, natural-looking flush. And yes, the packaging will probably influence their decision too.
Laneige’s expertise in lip care shines through in this tinted serum that feels more like a treatment than makeup. The lightweight, serum-like texture absorbs quickly, flooding the lips with hydration while smoothing and softening their appearance. Peach Glaze leaves behind a soft, luminous tint that enhances the natural lip colour without masking it. Designed to improve the look of dryness and fine lines, it delivers a glossy K-beauty finish while keeping lips nourished, plump-looking and comfortable throughout the day.
“I keep this in my pocket everywhere I go. Peach Glaze gives me a real flush of colour, not just shine, and it works whether I’m wearing makeup or not. It’s a serum so my lips have genuinely gotten softer since I started using it. I go through it quickly because I put it on constantly. It’s completely worth it.”
— Nidhi Nagvekar, Design
Before you ask: No, you don’t need to be Monet to get this dreamy look right. In fact, the whole point of the watercolour makeup trend is that it should not look like you worked too hard on it, which is precisely what makes it so appealing right now. Here's a step-by-step breakdown of how to get the look, including all the products you’ll need for it.
Before you ask: No, you don’t need to be Monet to get this dreamy look right. In fact, the whole point of the watercolour makeup trend is that it should not look like you worked too hard on it, which is precisely what makes it so appealing right now. Here's a step-by-step breakdown of how to get the look, including all the products you’ll need for it.
Before you ask: No, you don’t need to be Monet to get this dreamy look right. In fact, the whole point of the watercolour makeup trend is that it should not look like you worked too hard on it, which is precisely what makes it so appealing right now. Here's a step-by-step breakdown of how to get the look, including all the products you’ll need for it.
