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Warm Amber Glow
Sun-kissed everyday elegance
brunchdaytime datecasual chicfairmediumdeepbrownhazelgreenroundheartovalIntermediate20 minutes
Tutorial
- 1Feather the Brows
Groom brows using a clear brow wax or gel, brushing them straight up to create a fluffy, feathered, laminated effect.
- 2Soft Warm Eyes
Sweep a matte terracotta-brown eyeshadow across the entire lid, blending it softly past the crease and along the lower lash line for seamless depth.
- 3Sun-Kissed Blush
Apply a warm peach-terracotta blush high on the cheekbones, blending it upwards and outwards toward the temples to lift the face.
- 4Glowing Highlights
Add a touch of champagne cream highlighter to the bridge of the nose, inner corners of the eyes, and the cupid's bow.
- 5Glossy Amber Lips
Line the lips with a warm brown lip pencil, then apply a high-shine terracotta-colored lip gloss to complete the look.
Suggested products & shades
- brow gelClear
Brushing hairs straight up creates that laminated, fluffy look.
- eyeshadow paletteMatte warm brown and terracotta
Pick a palette with highly blendable matte shades to get that seamless transition.
- blushTerracotta Peach
A warm peach-terracotta shade instantly brightens warm undertones.
- lip glossGlossy Caramel or Amber Brown
Look for a formula with a mirror-like shine to keep the lips looking plump and hydrated.
Why this look works
The monochrome terracotta and caramel tones leverage warm color theory to enhance the natural richness of brown and hazel eyes, making them appear brighter and warmer. Placing the blush high on the cheekbones and blending it toward the temples creates an instant lifting effect, which beautifully sculpts round and heart face shapes. The high-shine glossy lip contrasts with the satin skin finish to add dimension and a youthful, plumped appearance.
