A pop of pink is a great way to breathe some life into your makeup routine, especially when you fully commit and go with an all-over pink makeup look. It’s flushed, it’s fresh, and it’s a great fit for any season, especially the warmer months. Plus, pink is far more versatile than you may imagine. With so many shades to choose from-from flirty light pinks to bold fuschias and deep berries-there are countless ways to make pink makeup work for you.
To spark some inspiration, we’re sharing a simple pink monochromatic makeup tutorial ahead, which you can easily customize based on your skin tone, preferences, and mood. Monochrome means “one color,” so monochromatic makeup refers to any look that uses the same color on the eyes, lips, and cheeks. There are a couple of ways to achieve a monochromatic makeup look. The first involves using the exact same color on the eyes, lips, and cheeks. This creates a unified look, but can be tricky to achieve unless you have a makeup product that can be applied to all three of these areas. The other option is to do a tonal monochromatic makeup look, using different shades of the same color across your eyes, lips, and cheeks. Rocking an all-over pink makeup look can help brighten up your face and give you a natural-looking flush.
Getting Started with Your Pink Monochromatic Makeup
Choosing the Right Pink Shade
Before getting started, you’ll need to decide which shade of pink to use for your monochromatic makeup look. For a flattering look, it’s best to choose a shade that complements both your skin tone and undertone. Your skin tone can be classified as fair, medium, or deep, and describes the intensity of your skin’s pigment. Your undertones, meanwhile, describe the overall temperature of your skin: warm, cool, or neutral. Typically, it’s best to stick with makeup colors that complement your skin’s undertones. If you have warm skin, for example, opt for warm peaches or corals. Blue-pinks, like fuchsia and dusty rose, are best suited for those with cool skin.
Creating a Smooth Base
Create a smooth, even base for your monochrome makeup look with foundation and concealer. For long-lasting coverage that looks natural and feels weightless on the skin, we love the L’Oréal Paris Infallible 32 Hour Fresh Wear Foundation. The breathable formula comes in 40 medium-to-full coverage shades that blend easily and provide a natural-looking finish. If you prefer lighter coverage, try the L’Oréal Paris Lumi Le Glow Skin Tint, which boasts an 82% skincare formula and instantly evens the complexion for smoother, more radiant-looking skin. If you find that you need additional coverage in certain areas (like beneath your eyes), pair your foundation with a blendable concealer, like the L’Oréal Paris True Match Radiant Serum Concealer.
Applying the Pink Hues
Adding a Flattering Flush
Once you’ve laid down your base, you can begin adding color. Start by creating a flattering faux flush with a buildable pink blush, such as the L’Oréal Paris Lumi Le Liquid Blush. We love the shade Dewy Bright Pink for cool skin, while Glowy Gold Pink pops beautifully against warmer complexions.
Simple Pink Eyeshadow
Monochromatic makeup generally features a pared-down eyeshadow look, so you’ll only need to color in your lids with one hue. Grab the L’Oréal Paris Paradise Le Shadow Stick in Cloudy Rose and swipe the creamy formula onto each lid. Then, use your finger to blend out the pigment, taking it up past your crease for a soft, almost smokey feel. This simple pink eye makeup look is stunning on its own, but if you’d like to add more definition, you can line your upper lash line with the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Grip Mechanical Gel Eyeliner in Brown Denim.
Completing the Eye Look with Mascara
Complete your eye makeup look by swiping on a few coats of mascara. For volume, separation, and definition, try the L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Panorama Washable Mascara in Black Brown. The long-wear formula evenly coats each lash, providing up to 24 hours of smudge, clump, and flake-resistant wear.
Selecting the Perfect Pink Lip
When it comes to picking out a lip color to complete your monochromatic makeup look, less is more-you don’t want your lipstick to be so vivid that it takes away from your eyeshadow or blush. For a flattering wash of color that won’t feel overpowering, try the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Satin Lipstick in Worth It-it’s one of our favorite pinky-nude hues.
Variations and Occasion-Specific Looks
Office-Appropriate Pink Makeup
To make your monochrome makeup look work for the office, swap the bright pink eyeshadow for a softer hue (we love the L’Oréal Paris Le Shadow Stick in Alluring Rose) and trade in your lipstick for a sheer gloss, like the L’Oréal Paris Plump Ambition Hyaluron Lip Oil in Worth It. It’s infused with hyaluronic acid and tripeptide and hydrates the lips while adding a soft, flattering wash of color.
Bold and Vivid Pink for a Statement
One of the best things about pink makeup is that you can make it as subtle-or as bold-as you’d like. For those who favor the latter approach, we recommend a vivid, hot pink lip. To nail the look, line your lips with a hot pink lip liner, such as the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Lip Liner in All About Pink, to prevent your lipstick from feathering or bleeding. Then, fill in your pout with the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Satin Lipstick in Miss Magenta for an intense flush of vibrant color.
Rosy Twist on Soft Glam for Special Occasions
If you need a pink makeup look suitable for a special occasion, try a rosy twist on the classic soft glam. Create a soft smokey eye by sweeping the L’Oréal Paris Paradise Le Shadow Stick in Alluring Rose onto your lid, then highlighting your inner corner and brow bone with the L’Oréal Paris Paradise Le Shadow Stick in Twinkly Rose. Then, create a subtle wing along your upper lash line with a long-lasting liquid eyeliner, such as the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Grip Precision Felt Waterproof Eyeliner. Layer on your favorite mascara, and complete the soft glam look with a matte pink lipstick.
Fresh, Summery Beachy Pink Look
This fresh, summery take on the pink makeup trend doesn’t require any eye makeup whatsoever-just a bit of lip gloss, some highlighter, and plenty of blush. To achieve the beachy look, apply a bright pink blush (we recommend the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Up to 24H Fresh Wear Soft Matte Blush in Fearless Coral) to your cheeks, blending the color up toward your temples. Then, lightly dust the same blush onto the bridge of your nose and along your hairline to create a sun-kissed feel. Next, highlight the tops of your cheekbones, Cupid’s bow, and brow bones with the L’Oréal Paris Lumi Le Glass Highlighter Stick in Glassy Pink Ballet. If desired, you can tap a bit on the center of your lids, too, for an extra-glowy look.
Monochromatic Pink Cut Crease for a Stand-Out Eye
For a monochromatic eye makeup look that seriously stands out, try trading in your standard smokey eye for a pink cut crease. To create this bold look, you’ll need two pink shadows-one lighter, and one darker-as well as eyeliner, concealer, and a lash-defining mascara. Because the eye makeup here is so bold, you’ll want to keep the rest of your look relatively low-key.
Subtle Pastel Pink for a Delicate Touch
Light pink is the perfect hue for those who want to dip their toes into the pink makeup trend without going overly bold or bright. To create a flattering pastel pink look, swipe on some light pink eye makeup, add a subtle hint of color to your cheeks with the L’Oréal Paris True Match Blush in Baby Blossom, and swipe on your favorite light pink lipstick or gloss.