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makeup In 1950s

Oct 1, 1950

It was common to find pale pinks, soft greens, light blues, pastel yellows and light violet colors.

makeup In 1960

Oct 1, 1960

Pastel eye shadow, black crease shadow, winged eyeliner, and heavy fake lashes with light blush and pastel pink lips.

makeup In 1970

Oct 1, 1970

The most popular hues were blues, greens, earth tones, and purples.

makeup In 1980

Oct 1, 1980

The '80s makeup trends were all about color; bright pink lipstick, blue eye shadow and colored mascara in electric shades like purple, blue and green

makeup In 1990

Oct 1, 1990

Color palettes ranged from burgundies and browns for eyes and lips to pastel blue shadow paired with frosted lips.

makeup In 2000

Oct 1, 2000

Bright pink blushes, thin eyebrows, high-contrast lip liners, glossy lips, and body

makeup In 2010

Oct 1, 2010

Pastels, go loud with bright lips, make your eyes pop with Twiggy lashes and get glowing skin for spring.

makeup in 2023

Oct 1, 2023

Barely-there brows, bold lips, and dewy skin all make the cut.