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Get the pearl skin aesthetic with these four simple steps

Your ticket to an illuminating complexion.

Get ready to embrace the glow with the latest makeup trend for pearl skin. Taking over the “clean girl” aesthetic, it’s all about focusing on creating a luminous complexion, using shimmery shades and reflecting formulas.

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Sported by celebs on the red carpet and models walking the runway, it’s the perfect hydrated look for winter that is so easy to achieve.

Follow these four steps for an illuminating look.

Phoebe Dynevor pearl skin
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Start with your base

To achieve a sheen complexion, start by using brightening cream on your skin to lock in hydration and help your complexion naturally glow.

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Then choose a buildable tint with light-reflecting particles which you can apply a light layer to the skin without completely covering your base.

For a seamless application, you can always apply a primer underneath the glowy layer to help it adhere to the skin too.

Plump your skin with hydrating ingredients

Ole Henriksen Banana Bright+ Instant Glow Moisturizer, $70 at Adore Beauty

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MCobeauty Super Glow Sheer Tint Serum Foundation, $35 at MCoBeauty

e.l.f. Mineral Infused Face Primer, $14 at Adore Beauty

Swipe a highlighter

To really nail the makeup trend, you’ll need to get your hands on a highlighter in a liquid or cream formula.

Go in and apply to the high points of the face to add a natural-looking shine, whilst drawing attention to your features.

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Draw attention to your features with a glowy liquid formula

Lust Minerals Liquid Illuminator, $49 at Lust Minerals

Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Luminous Blush, $49 at Sephora

Jennifer Lawrence pearl skin
Credit: Getty
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Add a pop of blush

The main focus of the pearl makeup trend is the cheeks!

To draw attention, use a liquid blush and dab across your cheekbones and tip of your nose. Then lock everything in place with a translucent finishing powder.

Be sure to pick a warm colour that complements your complexion.

Add some blush to the high points of your cheeks
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KIND Collective Translucent Finishing Powder Pearl, $20 at Big W

Tarte Blush Tape Liquid Blush, $60 at Sephora

Lids & Lips

Complete your look with a shimmery eyeshadow across your lids.

Then add a gloss to your lips in a reflecting glittery shade to really pull your look together and nail the pearl aesthetic.

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Too Faced Kissing Jelly Lip Oil Gloss, $38 at Mecca

Charlotte Tilbury Eyes To Mesmerise, $50 at Charlotte Tilbury

Choose shimmery shades for your lips and lids

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