How to mix up your makeup look

It’s easy to fall into a make-up rut. The same blush, same lip colour and a sweep of that same old eyeliner over the lids of your eyes. Sure, it works for you – but change is as good as a holiday. So, whenever you’re bored of your look, or just aren’t feeling like yourself, why not mix it up with one of these make-up ideas?
#1 Rock a bold combo
Source: @vanessahudgens Instagram
Sometimes it’s okay to break the rules. A bold lip paired with a dramatic eye can look amazing, but you have to do it right. Our advice? Keep it classic. Vanessa Hudgens hit the nail on the head here, with lots of lashes, smoky lids and a deep red lip.
#2 Use lip liner on your lids
A bright, daring eye can spruce up an otherwise average make-up look like nothing else. If you’re stuck for ideas, turn to your lips for inspiration – lip liners tend to come in far bolder colours than eyeliners do. The Chi Chi Stay On Lipliner has plenty of options on offer. From berry to fuschia pink and bright orange, these hues will make your lips pop – and your lids, too!
#3 Amp up your eyeshadow
To take your eyeshadow to the next level, add a little water. By doing so, you’ll create a more vibrant shade, and draw attention to your eyes. Be sure to lightly mist your brush and not the actual eyeshadow, and when applying, remember that less is more!
#4 Copy a celebrity
Source: @kimkardashian Instagram
Whether it’s Kim Kardashian’s contouring, Cara Delevigne’s bold brows or Rihanna’s candy coloured lips, recreating a look you’ve been lusting over will make you look and feel anything but boring. We recommend searching for make-up tutorials – step-by-step guides always help!
#5 Swap blush for lippie
When popped on the cheeks, coral, pink and red lipsticks are brilliant for giving you that natural flush we all know and love. If you’re sick of your everyday blush, blot your favourite lipstick on the apples of your cheeks instead. Use your fingers to work the colour across your cheekbones, and finish with a quick sweep of your blush brush (sans product) to really blend it in.
#6 Give 3D lips a go
Not for the wallflowers, ‘3D’ lips certainly make an impact. We’re fans of the sprinkle effect, as it reminds us of fairy bread (obsessed with food? Us? Never). Try it for yourself with a high-shine gloss – we like Nude by Nature Mineral Lipgloss – and sprinkles. Your lips will look good enough to eat - literally!
Would you try any of these bold make-up looks? Do you think you’re stuck in a rut?
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64 Member Comments
Very interesting article. Love reading things like these. Beauty heaven has some really great informative articles. great
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Must try a nice lip liner on my eyes
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There are a few ideas there that never occured to me before.
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I love watching makeup videos, but I tend to watch ones by makeup artists such as Wayne Goss, Lisa Eldridge, Pixiwoo etc. I hate beauty rules, and I believe that you can have a bold eye makeup as well as bold/bright lipstick ... as long as you have the skills. I think the trick is to have a subtle blush and not over-do the contouring.
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I love the idea of using lippie as a blush! Sounds easy to blend, and the colours more vibrant than regular blush.
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I have been wearing lipgloss only for over 5 years, I think I will be brave and give red lipstick a go.
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i get inspiration from celebrities all the time !!
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3D lips would be OK for a photo shoot, but I can't imagine it staying on very long!
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lip liner on your lids?!?! Havent hear of that
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A good balance of eyes to lips
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I always go for the same boring look. Wish I had the confidence to pull off a bold red lip coz my eye makeup game is hopeless.
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Will have to give all of these a try this week to change things up! Love the 3D lip trick!
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I like the idea of getting inspo from a celeb when out of ideas.
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Definitely stuck in a rut!
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I like those ideas, I fine my lips are changing as I get older so I am not as confident of wearing lip colour as I use to more daring with eye applications
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Wow some really cool and new ideas here! I'm thinking of trying that lip liner as eyeliner thing :)
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I'm a little boring with makeup at the moment these are great tips!
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As much as I always to old favourites & classics, there's nothing nicer than a splash of new looks & ideas ðŸ˜
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I look a good dramatic look
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I might try the lipstick for blush...haven't tried it before but I'm sure it'll take me out of my usual routine!
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I usually rock a bold combo anyway. LOL !!! Age is no barrier. LOL !!!
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