Easy-Peasy Makeup Looks That Are Sure To Get You Loads Of Compliments!

There’s a time and place for super sculpted contour, a cut-crease eyeshadow, and some bold lipstick. But for days when you want a full face of glam but also something slightly more toned down every now and then, allow us to introduce you to the subtler step sister of full-blown glam: Light makeup looks. They are still glam at their core, but they are done in a way that feels lighter, airier, and duh, softer.

If you are a beauty minimalist looking for makeup looks to pair with occasion wear, these light makeup looks serve ample inspiration. If you are a devout follower of the minimal aesthetic and have a wedding penciled in your calendar, you cannot miss the many scroll-stopping looks listed below. Keep scrolling to take a look at the most rave- and save-worthy simple makeup looks for beginners.

How To Do Light Makeup?

Discover how to do light makeup to enhance your features while concealing flaws.

Since most weekday mornings are busy, we rarely have time for elaborate makeup that requires several products and steps. Again, minimal makeup is ideal for formal occasions, birthday parties, and the workplace. You can embrace your flaws and draw attention to your natural features. To get some new makeup ideas, swipe up!

Step 1: Moisturize

Starting with your skincare, you can achieve a light makeup look. Apply an SPF moisturiser to your skin to hydrate it while protecting it from the sun's harmful rays. Try the MyGlamm Blueberry & Strawberry Face Cream, which works well as a base for makeup.

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MyGlamm Blueberry & Strawberry Face Cream

Its lightweight texture, enriched with the nourishing extracts of superfoods strawberry and blueberry, makes it feel natural and non-greasy on your skin. Strawberry and blueberry, both high in antioxidants, work together to fight free radicals and provide gentle moisturization.

Step 2: Apply Primer

You shouldn't omit primer just because you're wearing a light makeup look. Choose one with a lightweight, moisturising formula that will feel comfortable on your skin.

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Manish Malhotra Luminous Moisturising Primer

With this long-lasting, oil-free face primer from the Manish Malhotra Face line, you can lay a flawless foundation for your makeup.

Step 3: Foundation

You need a foundation with a lightweight formula because you want to keep things simple. You can choose between a liquid or powder formula and receive all-day, comfortable coverage either way.

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Treat Love Care Brightening Foundation

The new MyGlamm Treat Love Care Brightening Foundation has antioxidants and a formula that is protecting, nourishing, and hydrating. It is brimming with vitamins that have potent brightening powers and is made with natural components like clementine water.

Step 4: Eyeshadow

Even though eyeshadow is optional while wearing light makeup, a little splash of colour on your lids may make a big difference. Simply apply a light layer of eyeshadow in the colour of your choice to your lids, blending it into the crease.

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Popxo Makeup Eyeshadow Kit

I'll give you a reasonably priced eye shadow palette, but I'll give you a Pinterest-worthy, incredibly practical, and attractive eyeshadow palette instead! This tiny eyeshadow palette is ideal for both amateur and experienced cosmetic artists, for all you diva on-the-go. 

Step 5: Eyeliner

Eyeliner isn't necessary, just like eyeshadow isn't. To that end, choose a pencil formula if you can't part with a little liner.

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LIT Matte Eyeliner Pencil

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Step 6: Lipstick

When it comes to lips keep your lip colour light and translucent at all times.

Light Makeup Looks For Year-End Celebrations

From getting a little glow back to a pop of bold lip colour, take a peek below to get inspired to try a light makeup look. 

Monochromatic

It’s still all about the eyes. If you love keeping up with the latest in beauty, this effortless, simple everyday look might be your favourite way to make heads turn.

Image Credits: Instagram

How to get the look

Step 1: For Luminous Base

To rock a glowy, dewy base all you need to do is give your face a 2-minute massage with your go-to creamy moisturiser. Then, apply a layer of primer to ace a luminous base. Follow it up with your foundation and concealer. 

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Tinted Perfection Brightening Banana Primer

This one is a true multi-tasker and a cult-favourite for all good reasons. The multi-action balmy formula instantly blurs pores and reduces excess oil so you get your base in place on a silky-smooth canvas. The tinted formula will prolong your makeup and give an instant brightness boost and there’s a subtle hint of yellow to revive dull, tired skin. We just love it to create a basic makeup look.

Step 2: To Nail That Gossamer Eyeshadow

Smooth on an eye primer to prep those lids for makeup. Then apply a rusty nude eyeshadow all over your eyelids, crease and along the lower lash line. Complete the look by applying kohl liner along the upper lash line and sticking on a pair of falsies. This is a noteworthy yet simple makeup look for beginners.

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POPxo Makeup - Drama Queen - 4 Eyeshadow Kit

This eyeshadow palette is all you need to create a bomb smoky eye make look without bleeding your bank account. 

Wheelie Liquid Eyeliner 

This eyeliner is legit going to be your go-to for a night out with your friends. It literally doesn't move- no matter how many sweaty bars you go-to that night. 

Step 3: For Flushed Cheeks

Dap a few dots of peach blush that matches the eyeshadow tone on the apple of your cheeks and blend it away. Apply a liquid highlighter on the high point of your face.

Step 4: To Ace That Pout

To perfect the pout, all you need is a glossy lipstick set in a nude hue.

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LIT Matte Lipliner Pencil

Here’s the best lip liner for defining your pout. Ever since we tried this lip liner, we have been obsessed with it. It’s a must-have if you wanna hop on the ‘90s lip liner trend blowing up on our explore pages. 

LIT Liquid Matte Lipstick - RBOMB 

When lipstick stays put through a three-course meal, you know it’s worth stockpiling. This lipstick is truly one you can trust not to smudge, fade, or flake. This shade is perf for when you’re going for a light makeup look.

Glossy Lids To Make Heads Turn

This light makeup look with glossy lids is subtle in its approach and edgy enough to help you make a statement.

Image Courtesy: Instagram

How to get the look

Step 1: For A Soft-Focus Base:  

The key to create this light makeup look is to use a few soft-focus and luminous makeup & lip products in conjunction with your skin-perfecting routine. We recommend using a luminescent moisturiser, then follow it up with a primer to get a silky-smooth canvas. Wait for at least 5 to 10 minutes to ensure the products really sink into your skin and then proceed with your foundation and concealer.

Step 2: To Ace Silver Eye Makeup

To nail this basic makeup look, apply a brown-nude matte eyeshadow on the outer crease of your eyes to define the sockets. Next, apply a transparent glossy eyeshadow all over your lids. Grab a kohl eyeliner to apply liner on the upper lash line and smoke it out using a fluffy makeup brush.

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Magic Potion - Mermaid

Mermaid is a multidimensional iridescent gold shade with pink undertones that adds a little whimsy to your everyday life.

Step 3: She Came. She Contoured. 

Use a powder blush to impart a rosy aesthetic to your cheeks. Then, use a contour to give your face a more sculpted look.

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Chisel It Contour Kit - Face Value 

Lethal cheekbones incoming! This contour kit is one of the best palettes available in the market and is perf for Indian skin tones.

Step 4: Red Alert!

Apply a red lipstick to complete the look.

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Pose HD Lipstick - Carmine Red

This one’s a true makeup legend that passed the vibe check, the smudge test, and the flake inspection, making them the best festive lipsticks of 2022. Best ones to add in your lip kit.

Soft Glamm With Blushed Cheeks

If you gravitate towards effortlessly gorgeous looks, this is a trend-forward way to don a light makeup look.

Image Courtesy: Instagram

How to get the look

Step 1: For That Glow: 

To ace this simple everyday makeup, prep your skin using a moisturiser or a serum. Then apply a primer. We recommend using a formula that gives your skin a lit-from-within glow. Next, follow it up with a serum-infused formula or mixing a few drops of facial oil to your foundation will also do the trick.

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Treat, Love, Care 24 Hour Anti-Pollution Foundation

Looking for a foundation to ace that Instagram-friendly makeup? You need to add this to your cart, stat. It will give you that celeb-esque glow while taking your complexion up a notch. 

Step 2: To Nail The Pretty Eye Makeup 

All you need to do for this basic makeup look is apply a transition shade on the outer crease and lower lash line, then follow it with a glittery soft gold eyeshadow to fill in the center of your eyelid. Accentuate your eyes by applying kohl eyeliner. Don’t forget to coat your lashes with mascara.

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Manish Malhotra 9 In 1 Eyeshadow Palette - Starry Romance

Use this eyeshadow palette to create an out-out eye look or a neutral glam and you are guaranteed to rake in the compliments. 

Step 3: To Be The Sparkle 

Just dab a few dots of cream blush on the apple of your cheeks and blend. Apply a liquid highlighter on the high point of your face including your cheek bones and the bridge of your nose to get the glow of your dreams. Complete the look by opting for a nude pout.

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Manish Malhotra Hi-Shine Lipstick: Barely Nude

Barely Nude is a flesh pink shade that gives you a fresh-faced look. 

The 90s-Inspired Makeup Look

This classic light makeup look is straight-up art. It’s timeless and looks super gorgeous on everyone. 

Image Courtesy: Instagram

How to get the look

Step 1: To Ace The Base

Moisturise your face, then use a primer to prep your skin. Follow it up with a foundation of your choice.

Step 2: Smokey Eyes FTW! 

Grab an eyeshadow brush to blend a nude brown eyeshadow shade out on the outer crease of your eyes and below your lash line too. Then, apply a light cream eyeshadow on your eyelids using a flat shader brush. Apply a winged eyeliner. Coat your lashes in mascara or stick on a pair of falsies. 

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Manish Malhotra 9 In 1 Eyeshadow Palette - Starry Romance

Use this eyeshadow palette to create a soft smokey eye look and we bet all eyes will be on you!

Step 3: The Final Touch-Ups: 

Use a blush and highlighter to enhance your best features. Then, coat your lips in your favourite nude lip gloss to make an eye-catching statement.

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Spotlight Illuminating Liquid - Stardust

 If you love a liquid highlighter, this is the highlighter to call on. It feels undetectable, and the glow factor is buildable, super wearable, and totally believable. Beauty mavens praise it for exactly that, noting that it’s perfect for everyday use.

This Is Peachy Keen!

Want to don a peachy beauty look? This light makeup look is perf to stand out from the crowd. 

Image Courtesy: Instagram

How to get the look

Step 1: For that gorgeous base:

To rock this light makeup look: First, prep your skin with a glow-boosting moisturiser. Then, buff a little layer of an illuminating serum-infused primer to retain max glow. Use a damp sponge for your foundation to get a gorgeous finish. Dot and blend concealer under the eyes and on any scars or blemishes you wish to cover.

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T

otal Makeover FF Cream Foundation Palette

Featuring a light, oil-free, 24-hour long-lasting cream-powder formula, this little palette is packed with the power of a primer, concealer, foundation, compact with SPF 30 and two colour correctors.

Step 2: Soft-Peach Eyes

Take a little bit of matte rust brown colour and apply it all over your lids and  along the lower lash line. Then, take some dark brown eyeshadow and apply it along the upper and lower lash line. To finish the eye, coot the lashes with mascara and stick on a pair of fluttery false eyelashes.

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POPxo Makeup Squad Goals - Eyeshadow Kit

We drool over this palette because of its versatility. If you’re looking for one eyeshadow palette that does everything, this is the one to pick. With a stunning range of neutrals, browns and shimmery hues, it’s perfect for getting creative with your eye makeup look. 

Step 3: For That IG-Worthy Contour

To finish this basic makeup look, add warmth to your face by using a bronzing powder across the temples, hairline and jawline, and sculpt the face by applying the cream contour along the hollows of your cheeks. Then, pop an illuminating blush on the apple of your cheeks.

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Tint It Up - Fever

This lip stain will give you the prettiest flush.

Step 4: Nude Pout FTW!

Apply a matchy-matchy lipstick to complete the look.

Oh-So Dreamy

Here’s a light makeup look that’s guaranteed to rakin in the compliments. It’s oh-so-dreamy. 

Image Credits: Instagram

How to get the look

Step 1: Nail The Picture-Perfect Base

Use a primer-moisturiser face base to help keep skin hydrated while ensuring staying power of what follows. We recommend using two different kinds of foundations so you only shine in the right places. Apply velvet matte foundation on the center of the face, around folds of the mouth, where your nose meets your cheek, and a touch to the center of the forehead. Then, apply a glowy foundation to the rest of the face using a separate tool. Set the makeup on your forehead, around the chin and nose using a translucent powder to keep it from creasing. 

Step 2: Thou Brow Shalt Stay On Fleek

Fill in any gaps in the brows with your eyebrow pencil and feather them out with a spoolie.

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MyGlamm LIT Brow Definer Pencil

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Step 3: Too Glam To Give A Damn

Smear an eyeshadow primer across your eyelids to ensure your makeup stays put all night long. Apply a lavender eyeshadow all over the lids and along the lower lash line. Finally, apply a coat of mascara on the top and bottom lashes.

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Twist It Mascara

NGL, but it’s pretty tough to find a natural mascara that’s also waterproof. This product has everything we love about mascaras - it will curl and lengthen your lashes and give it a nice, clump-free volume that stays put no matter what! Also, you’ll never see the dreaded mascara goop in the corner of the eye that Chandler Bing complained about.

Step 4: For Model-Esque Cheekbones

Use a cream bronzer along your jawline, hairline and cheekbones for a more chiseled look. Make sure you blend it well. Apply a cream highlighter on cheeks and high points of the face, using your fingers to pat and press the product. Then, apply a rosy cream blush on the apple of your cheeks, blend it upwards towards the temple. 

Step 5: Think Pink

Use a creamy matte lipstick in a pink hue to complete this eye-catching beauty look. 

Pose HD Lipstick Nude Pink

You cannot go wrong with this legendary lipstick formula - the line has a perfect nude lipstick shades for everyone.

FAQs

What is the need for light makeup?

There are days when the last thing we want to do is apply heavy and fussy makeup. Instead, we crave for simpler, minimal makeup looks that are high on impact and low on effort. That’s when light makeup looks come in handy.

How do you do natural light makeup?

Use lightweight makeup products for a more seamless base. If you're still not used to letting your blemishes or dark circles go uncovered, use a lightweight, hydrating concealer. Blend with your fingers—the warmth of your skin makes the product melt right in! 

What is light makeup?

Light makeup is a kind of makeup that is characterized by naturalness and femininity. It involves sticking to products that mimic your natural skin as well as earthy eyeshadow hues. 

Can i do the light makeup without foundation?

You can use makeup instead of foundation, yes. There are numerous ways to apply makeup without foundation if you have clear skin.

What should I use for light makeup?

These are items necessary for Light Makeup

• Moisturizer.

• Primer.

• Tinted foundation/moisturizer.

• Concealer (optional) (optional)

• Eyeshadow.

• Eyeliner.

• Mascara.

• Lip gloss or lipstick.

Can I use cream in light makeup?

When wearing minimal makeup, you can get light coverage with CC cream. It will make your skin feel hydrated and give you a lovely dewy appearance. If you're going out during the day, pick one with SPF.

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