Blue makeup: from eyes to nails a new passion is born, which Dua Lipa and Taylor Swift also like

Blue makeup, what a passion! According to Pinterest, this will be one of the coolest beauty trends of 2024. Based on the search percentages on the well-known site, in fact, theblue eyeshadowin all its nuances, has recently recorded a 65% increasefollowed by a surge of blue nails, which reached the 260% of research. Growing percentages also for the search key «blue makeup» (with 70% more than usual) and «aquamarine make-up», at 100% more.

No, we didn't suddenly fall into the Nineties, when blue and light blue, especially in their pearly variations, were a must, but it's the fault (so to speak) of the Spring-Summer 2024 catwalks, which brought this palette back into fashion of colors in an infinite number of variations.

Blue makeup: the secret of success

Unlike what you might imagine, blue makeup is definitely versatile. On the eyes, blue suits both brunettes with dark eyes like the model Emily Ratajkowski and Dua Lipa, who often choose it instead of black to obtain a more magnetic look, both for blondes and Sophie Turner, Taylor Swift and Lucy Boynton, other big fans: on their diaphanous complexions it stands out to the full, whether used as an eyeshadow or as an eyeliner, giving more character to the face and eliminating any greyness.

Blue eyeshadow: the right shade if your eyes are dark

Not all blues are the same, of course, but choosing the ideal shade is not at all complicated. If your eyes are dark, for example, shades are fine cold electric blue, but also those with a hint of violaanother great must of the period.

After Rihannaready to intercept any news, was a few days ago Dua Lipa showing off a beautiful blue smokey, also shared on social media. The color, obviously, also lends itself to combinations and overlaps for greater emphasis. In the singer's case it is the black the right color, because it gives the eyeshadow more character and magnetism, but you shouldn't underestimate it either range of browns and gold; it is no coincidence that there are several palettes that offer the two shades together, for an even more sophisticated and feminine look.

The color can also be just hinted at, as he demonstrates Olivia Palermo with this super graphic cat-eye created by Chynara Kojoeva with the blue and gold palette by Victoria Beckham. The blue outlines the contours of the eye, while in the internal part the earth colors take center stage, warming the whole.

Max Factor, Masterpiece Nude Palette

The Masterpiece Palette in shade 04 Peacock Nudes contains eight shades of eyeshadows, with three different finishes to be applied both with the fingers and with the brush.

€12.99 Douglas

The right blue make-up for light eyes

If, however, the eye is lighter and cerulean you can enjoy it aquatic bluesranging from turquoise to dusty, as recently seen on Taylor Swift. To give character to such soft colors, yes to a bold black eyeliner, or the combo with silver. Among the fans of this last solution is the actress Lucy Boynton, who loves red carpet sparkles.

Taylor Swift's blue version, which combines dusty eyeshadow and bold eyeliner ©Getty Images.

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Lancôme, Hypnôse Palette Drama Denim

Five shades from the lightest to the most intense in the 16 Drama Denim eye palette by Lancôme.

€65.60 Sephora

Natasha Denona, Mini Triochrome

This high-shine light blue multi-chromatic shade with iridescent blue, green and fuchsia nuances is called Strike, which offers unprecedented rendering to create unforgettable looks.

€18.90 Sephora

Blue nails, what a passion!

Not just eyeshadows, blue lends itself well to being applied to skin too nails, a beautiful alternative to black, both in the electric variants, so loved by Jennifer Lopez (pictured below) who recently showed off a manicure done by Tom Bachik.

Chanel, Le Vernis

An intense midnight blue to show off sophisticated hands as an alternative to classic black: it's the nuance 127 Fugueuse by Chanel.

€35.99 Douglas

CND Vinylux

This intense blue is called Digi Teal. Quick-drying, it lasts seven days.

€10.68 CND

Golden Globe 2024: the manicures of the stars, the great classics win

That is, single-color brushstrokes in hot seasonal colors such as red, black, burgundy. The nude effect is inevitable, for a pass-partout manicure

On the nails of the always volcanic JLo, an iridescent blue from the cover. However, it is not only thanks to the famous that blue nails are having success: we have also seen them on the catwalks of SS 2024.

CND Vinylux Long Wear Polish

This intense inky blue-black shade, Midnight Flight, is part of the Magical Botany collection.

€17.80 CND

Nothing prevents greater discretion, even considering that a color like this certainly doesn't go unnoticed. More intense and sophisticated, the blue manicure proposed by the nail art guru Miss Pop Nails, as well as those loved by Selena Gomez, in the same chromatic gradation. Also in this case, as for the eyes, there is no shortage of variations on the theme. All we have to do is get carried away.