Makeup trends of late are increasingly food-inspired, from glazed donut skin to strawberry girl makeup to the latte makeup look. Martini makeup plays on the classic martini cocktail, and is perfect for your next party or girls night out. This viral trend is swoon-worthy, and while green may not be your usual eye makeup shade of choice, this look is sure to change your mind. From luminous, lit-from-within skin to reflective eye shadows that pop, martini makeup has it all. Want to nail this glimmering, sultry look? Here’s how to apply martini makeup perfectly at home.
What Is Martini Makeup?
Inspired by the classic cocktail, martini makeup channels sophistication and allure with a hint of drama. It’s a go-to look for a party or a dinner out with friends, and is perfect for any celebratory moments in your life. The makeup look itself features shimmering eyeshadows and eyeliners in shades of greens and metallics- think golds, emeralds, and olive greens, paired with a glossy nude or bold red lip (à la a pimento-stuffed olive). The trendy look has been making waves all over social media, making it clear the trend is here to stay.
8 Budget-Friendly Martini Makeup Essentials
1. L’Oréal Lumi Glotion
2. e.l.f. Liquid Metallic Shadow
3. Julep Metallic Eyeshadow Stick
4. BestLand Nude Shimmer Eyeshadow Palette
5. ColourPop Eyeshadow Palette in ‘Just My Luck’
6. e.l.f. Cream Bronzer
7. NYX Butter Gloss Lip Gloss
8. Revlon Super Lustrous Red Lipstick
How to Apply Martini Makeup
1. Start with a Luminous Base
While the eyes are the star of this makeup look, a glowing base is a key part of this trend. Create a dewy, sheen base using a luminous foundation or primer such as the L’Oréal Lumi Glotion. This will create an all-over natural glow and help reflect the light, giving even more attention and illumination to the eyes.
2. Blending is Everything
Proper blending is essential for this look, so make sure to take your time with it. Your eyeliner should be well blended before applying the eyeshadow on top. This will ensure your shadow isn’t patchy. Work step by step for each eye (ie. apply the eyeliner and blend, then move to the next eye, apply the liner then blend, and the same with the shadows).
3. Create a Cut Crease
This makeup look is a bit more technical and part of that is due to the cut crease technique. To achieve this, apply a dark brown or olive-toned eyeshadow to the crease of your eyelid to add extra depth and a dramatic contrast. Then take a green eyeliner and continue to smoke out the eyes even more. Top your lid with a sparkly green eyeshadow for a glamorous look.
4. Use Reflective Shadows
Reflective eyeshadows are available in liquids, creams, and shadow sticks and they’re formulated to catch the light and illuminate the eyes. Metallic greens and golds can be blended to create a sultry, smokey effect, and a touch of champagne in the inner corner of the eyes adds a shimmer inspired by an ice cold martini.
5. Play Up the Green
While green may not always be your go-to makeup shade, it’s an essential part of the martini makeup look. Decide if you prefer to go more subtle with a touch of green shimmer, or if you’ll go all out with bold green shadow. An olive green shade is flattering for most complexions and can be used for a bold winged look or smoky effect. Emerald and forest greens are perfect for adding drama and depth, whereas a soft light green will give you more of a subtle result.
6. Finishing Touches
Don’t forget mascara for this dramatic eye look- it won’t be complete without it. Use a lengthening mascara such as the Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara to make your eyes pop. As for the lips, choose between a glossy pink or nude or a bold red. Both of them work with this trend, so it all depends on your preference and the vibe you’re going for!
7. Martini Makeup | Lolaliner
If you want to see martini makeup in action, check out this tutorial where she shows you exactly how to get the look. After starting with a luminous base she shows you step-by-step how she achieves the pretty green eye trend. She finishes off with a glossy pink lip and the end result is *chef’s kiss*. She uses products including the Rare Beauty Blush in ‘Virtue’, the Benefit Brow Setter, and a cream bronzer.
8. Dirty Martini Makeup Look | Lisa Eldridge
Take a look at Lisa Eldridge’s take on the martini makeup trend, dirty edition. Along with using a bunch of her brand’s favourite products, she also uses the Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage Concealer, the Lancôme Lash Idôle Mascara and a forest green eyeshadow. Watch as she brings the gorgeous look to life on her model, giving you her best makeup application tips and tricks along the way. She shows you how to blend to bring all the eye shades together seamlessly- which is the most important part of this look!
Loving the martini makeup trend as much as we are? Use these tips and tutorials to master it yourself!
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