“Kiss Me Everywhere”: Fall Makeup Secrets
Let’s give it a try. “You can recreate this look by drawing inspiration from runway trends, or create a softer effect, as if shrouded in the lightest, almost watery mist. First, wash your hair and gently blot it dry with a towel—it should remain slightly damp. Then, using your fingers or a comb, apply a soft-hold gel or paste to the strands. This will give you a matte finish without the usual shine. Next, gently shape your hair as if lightly tousling it with your hands,” suggests Nadezhda Guskov, a stylist at the “Symphony SPA” Beauty and Cosmetology Center. “It’s best to let your hair dry naturally, avoiding the hot air from a hair dryer.”
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when trying to recreate a look from the runway, be sure to take into account the unique features of your face: skin tone, lip shape, and eye shape.
1. Watch out for red tones!
Celebrity makeup artist Scott Barnes, who has worked with stars such as Jennifer Lopez, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Kim Kardashian, insists that choosing the right red lipstick is just as important as choosing a partner. Look at the veins on your wrists in natural light: if they have a blue tint, opt for cool-toned lipstick; if they have a greenish tint, choose a warm palette.
“Winged Liner the Dior Way.” To draw the perfect winged liner, use tape. Cut off a small piece, stick it to your palm and peel it off a few times to reduce the stickiness, and then secure the strip on your eyelid—with one end at the outer corner of your eye and the other at the end of your eyebrow. Carefully trace a line with eyeliner along the edge of the tape, lifting it 1 cm. Once the liner has dried, gently remove the tape.
Your lip gloss has lost its shine! To add a glow to your eyelids or lips, use mica instead of the usual glitter. It applies softly, without drawing attention to age-related skin changes. Plus, mica stays on your skin and hair perfectly without any additional setting.
2. Kiss me everywhere
A smudged lip look isn’t a makeup artist’s mistake at all, but a trend that first appeared on the runways a few years ago: the soft gradient effect was showcased at Christian Dior and John Galliano shows. These days, makeup artists are building on this idea, offering a unique ombre lips style—the lipstick looks as if it’s been slightly smudged after countless kisses or cups of coffee due to a sleepless night—the perception here is purely individual.
This style pairs especially well with matte lipstick textures, which have firmly established themselves as favorites in makeup bags. Try it yourself! This technique not only helps create a slightly disheveled effect but also corrects the shape of the lips: thanks to the smooth transition of shades, you can visually enlarge thin lips or adjust facial proportions. To start, outline your lips with a lip pencil in the same color as your lipstick, then highlight the corners with a slightly darker shade. Apply the lipstick, then blot with a tissue to soften the color. The traditional rich shades of fall—burgundy, fuchsia, and berry tones—make for a perfect palette.
To achieve the perfect gradient effect, it’s important to prep your lips properly. We recommend using a lip scrub or gentle exfoliator to remove dry skin, then applying a moisturizing balm—this will ensure even lipstick application and prevent chapping. It’s also helpful to use a lip brush to gently blend the color from the center to the edges.
If you want to add extra volume and shine, try finishing the look with a clear or slightly pearlescent gloss in the center of your lips. This technique will create a plump and fresh effect. For a longer-lasting result, you can apply a lip primer or lightly dust your lips with powder before applying makeup.
It’s important to remember that the ombre effect is versatile and can be adapted to different looks—from everyday to evening. Experiment with colors and textures to find your perfect look. After all, kissable lip makeup is, above all, a play on mood and freedom of self-expression.
3. Tears, we know
Whether it’s the autumn rains or new trends, the classic “au naturel” look has been updated—instead of the pastel shades and glowing skin featured by brands like DKNY, Victoria Beckham, and Herve Leger by Max Azria, models are now appearing on the runway—for example, at Giorgio Armani—with a “vinyl” sheen on their eyelids. It’s worth a try! “This season, the dewy eyelid look is in style. For daytime makeup, a clear lip gloss applied over a carefully blended eyeliner works perfectly,” comments Nika Kislak, the official makeup artist for L’Oreal Paris in Russia. “It’s important to stay slightly away from the lash line so the gloss doesn’t mix with the mascara. A more practical option is a light shimmer of eyeshadow, applied with your fingertips in a thin, translucent layer on the upper eyelid. The mixing of textures is particularly interesting—the combination of matte skin with shimmering eyeshadow is becoming increasingly popular.”
4. An arrow to the face
From classic Dior-style winged eyeliner to bold blue lines drawn on the upper and lower lids in various thicknesses and shapes—winged eyeliner remains one of the season’s top trends; eyeliners are the favorites among makeup products. Give it a try! “Applying eyeliner to the lower lid is recommended for women with drooping upper eyelids,” advises Nika Kislak. “It’s better to apply it not as a harsh line, but with a soft, smudged effect that fades into a haze. A clearly defined crease between the mobile and immobile eyelids will help visually increase the distance between close-set eyes. However, this technique is not recommended for eyes with drooping lower corners, so-called ‘drooping’ eyes. First, sketch the line with a pencil while keeping your eye closed, then clean it up and refine it with eyeliner or eyeshadow.”
5. Natural skin glow
Use cream highlighters on the prominent areas of your face: the cheekbones, above the bridge of the nose, and on the forehead. Blend them smoothly with your fingers or a sponge so the glow looks natural and doesn’t appear patchy.
Don’t forget to exfoliate gently and moisturize deeply on a regular basis—this is the foundation for smooth, healthy skin. Add a serum with vitamin C or niacinamide to your routine to boost your skin’s natural glow and protect against autumn dullness.
Enhance your skin’s natural warmth with a lightweight bronzing powder in a matte finish, applying it to your cheekbones and just below your hairline. This will create a soft, sun-kissed glow without looking like a mask.
Finish the look with a sheer setting spray with a subtle glow—it will set your makeup and enhance your healthy radiance without weighing down your skin.
