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5 Beauty Blogger Approved Looks You Need to Try Now

Our favorite  bloggers make these simple and bold beauty looks look good!
By Virginia Lowman · Updated October 27, 2020
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The Vampy Lip

When Jessica Pettway posts a video, we take notice. Every brown girl should have a a vampy lip in her makeup arsenal. If you’re not a fan of the dark blue hues that are becoming increasingly popular, then we suggest you try a plum hue in place of your usual red or nude lip.

For a similar look, we recommend BITE Beauty Matte Crème Lip Crayonin “Truffle“, $24 at Sephora

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Classic Matte Red

Here at ESSENCE, we believe red lips are appropriate for every occassion, from the date night with bae to lazy Sundays on the beach. Copy stylish blogger, Gabi Fresh, and pair bold lips with chic sunnies—even in the winter—to channel your inner cool.

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The Classic Smokey Eye

The tried and true beauty staple from brunch to the red carpet is the smokey eye. Whether you choose to rock it dark and sultry to neutral and subtle. This champane hue is gorgeous on @treydayy_

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The Ombré Lip

Every woman should know how to execute a winged liner and a bold ombré lip. We call this the ultimate beauty cocktail—it’s classic and modern, and incredibly gorgeous. For more beauty inspiration, check out makeup maven, @Ellarie!

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Barely There Makeup

The beauty world is going back to basics and embracing natural beauty. Everyday is a good day to show off your skin. Take a cure from internet sensation, Sonjdradeluxe, and pair glowing skin with faux freckles and nude matte or balmy lips.

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