Fall makes me want to bring a little warmth into everything—including my makeup. I love the idea of soft brown eyes, a touch of bronze, and a lip color that feels just right with a cozy hoodie or a dressed-up evening look.
Here’s a simple fall makeup tutorial for those days when you want to take your time and enjoy getting ready.
Step 1: Prepare Your Skin
Start with clean skin and moisturizer. For a daytime look, apply sunscreen, too. Give your skincare a moment to settle before applying makeup.
If you use primer, smooth a small amount onto the areas where you want your makeup to last longer.
Step 2: Create Your Base
Apply foundation or a skin tint that matches your skin tone. Blend outward from the center of your face, using light layers so you can build coverage where you want it.
Add a little concealer under your eyes or over any areas that need extra coverage. Lightly set with powder where you tend to get shiny.
Step 3: Add Warmth to Your Eyes
Sweep a soft brown eyeshadow through your crease. Build the color gradually, blending the edges with a fluffy brush.
Pat a bronze or copper shade onto your lids. For deeper skin tones, a rich bronze can give a beautiful glow without looking pale or ashy.
Blend a deeper brown into the outer corners for a little more definition. You can keep it soft for daytime or deepen it for an evening look.
Step 4: Define Your Eyes and Brows
Use brown eyeliner for a softer finish or black for more definition. Add mascara to bring the eye look together.
Brush your brows into place and lightly fill in any sparse areas, following their natural shape.
Step 5: Bring Color to Your Cheeks
Choose a blush in warm peach, terracotta, berry, or plum—whichever makes your complexion come alive.
Apply a small amount and blend well. If you want extra glow, add a touch of golden or bronze highlighter to the tops of your cheekbones.
Step 6: Finish With a Fall Lip
Line your lips with a brown liner, then pair it with a caramel nude, warm rose, or berry lipstick. Blend the liner into the lip color for a smooth transition.
For a soft, everyday look, add a little gloss. For something bolder, try a rich plum or warm brick shade.
Make the Look Your Own
You can wear the bronze eyes with a soft lip or let a deeper lip color take the spotlight. Use what you already have and adjust the colors until the look feels like you.
Put on a little music, sip your herbal tea, and enjoy the process. Getting ready can be a lovely moment to spend with yourself.
A little warmth, a little glow, and a lip color you love—that’s a beautiful way to welcome fall.
