Sunkissed Makeup: The Trending Makeup Technique

Is it possible to look tan without even going to the beach? It's with the "sunkissed" makeup look! Learn all about it here.

Looking for a tropical look without going to the beach or a solarium? The effect is possible with the sunkissed makeup technique. This lovely, sun-touched look refers to the application of cosmetics that simulate a natural tan.

This method has gained popularity through social networks, since it’s very easy to do and allows you to highlight your features through fresh tones in almost nare skin. The purpose is to make it look like you’ve been sunbathing, without exposing yourself to the risks of UV rays.

It’s also known as the ‘sunkissed look’ and features products such as bronzer and blush, as well as light foundations, illuminators, and coppery shades. So, how can you get this look? We’ll tell you how here!

The sunkissed effect: What is this makeup technique?

In the beauty world, to be “sun-kissed” is to show off slightly “sun-touched” skin with makeup. To do this, you need to bronze, illuminate and even draw tiny spots that simulate a tan.

In fact, this is one of its main advantages, because “tanning” a little with the sun helps to make the look more attractive, but you risk the harmful impact of radiation. As More Dermatology magazine details, “Tanning is a road to aging and skin cancer.” Hence, it’s best to avoid it.

Fortunately, there’s now a wide variety of cosmetics and makeup techniques that allow you to give your skin a summery tone without the need to expose it to UV radiation. We’ll tell you more about the sunkissed effect here.

A complete guide to applying sunkissed makeup

One of the main recommendations for applying this effect is to use the right brushes to blend the products and achieve better coverage. If you use your fingers or the wrong brushes, the finish will not be perfect and you will waste makeup. So, how can you get this note? Take note!

1. Prepare your skin

The result of any makeup technique is optimal as long as the skin is free of impurities. To keep the complexion in tune, make sure to establish a deep skincare routine at least every 15 days, incorporating exfoliators and moisturizers. For daily use, micellar waters or neutral soaps will do.

Before moving on to pigments, apply broad-spectrum sunscreen, even if you’re getting ready for an evening event. You can even choose cosmetics that not only beautify, nourish and treat facial skin, but also have sunscreen. A good option is mineral powders with SPF, which don’t affect your makeup.

2. Application of foundations

Instead of heavy foundations, BB cream is a much better option. Although you can find this type of cream in shades similar to your skin, some formulas are ‘magic’. Thus, they even come in a specific color, but when blended, they blend with your complexion.

The composition of these balms helps to camouflage your imperfections and increase luminosity. Because of their lightness, they’re not even noticeable. In case you prefer a foundation, choose those that don’t provide very high coverage.

3. Correction

Next, neutralize dark circles with a color corrector that illuminates. Make sure to dose the substance so as not to look excessively pigmented. One recommendation is to dot and wait 1-2 minutes before fading with a brush or sponge. This cosmetic goes on the lower part of the eye and on the upper part of the cheekbones.

4. Bronzing and blushing for a real sunkissed look

Now it’s time for the leading stars. First, apply a soft layer of bronzer and then a second batch to highlight. Be careful to blend very well, so as not to leave any unevenness. With this item, you make up the following areas:

• The nose,
• The temples,
• The chin,
• Cheekbones,
• The edges of the forehead.

For its part, the blush or blush in the peach or pink range mark a subtle beach redness on the cheeks and nose. You can emphasize the intensity of your liking. The procedure is to mark a horizontal line and dilute it with a brush, always in an upward direction.

Dark skins favor blushes that are not so light.

5. Illuminate

The role of illuminators is to reflect light, blur wrinkles and brighten the face. That’s just what this product does in the sunkissed technique by setting shimmering strokes at the top of the cheekbones, brow bone, tear trough, and tip of the nose.

6. Sealing sunkissed makeup

While it’s possible to seal with loose powder, this type of makeup benefits from sealing with setting spray. Spray it on the face or dab it on with a sponge; this ensures the finish lasts longer.

7. Eyes and lips

Copper-colored shadows and brown eyeliner complement the look; of course, you can’t miss mascara to lift lashes. As for the lips, nude or pink, combined with a gloss, help make them look juicy and enhance the appeal.

8. Freckles: The secret touch

Last but not least, you can use a brown eyebrow pencil and draw minimal freckles, just as they form when you spent time in the sun. This is the secret touch of the sun-kissed style.

The ‘sunkissed’ and its nod to the ‘clean look’

The sunkissed technique has a close relationship with the clean look because it seeks elegance without the excesses of other types of makeup. Similar to the sunkissed look, the “clean look” makeup includes as extras subtle eyeliner, gloss on the lips, and mascara to give volume to the eyelashes.

In this case, the essence is in the cream makeup to contour and blush the face. Remember to focus on the areas of the skin where the brightness caused by the sun is most noticeable.