4 beauty trends to try in February
Beauty trends come and go, but that’s precisely why I love ‘em. You have to admit it’s fun entertaining the possibility of many hair and makeup looks (even if you do end up sticking with the same old, go-to style!).
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This month, the top trends range from an edgy new hairstyle, to beauty politics (yes, it’s a thing). So, get ready to shake things up in the bathroom, beauties. Behold our favourite beauty trends for February...
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Beauty politics
Politics isn’t necessarily something that springs to mind when I think about beauty, but this month, the influence of politics on the beauty world is undeniable. From Dove’s UK campaign inspired by Donald Trump’s infamous “alternative facts”, to manicures with a message on Instagram (shown in the video above), beauty politics is officially a thing. So, take a stand and snap up one of Kester Black’s aptly named nail polishes (below)!
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Get political: Kester Black Nail Polish in The Future is Female and Impeachment ($20, kesterblack.com), Dove Original Anti-Perspirant Aerosol
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Braid chains
When Vanessa Kirby debuted the braid chain at the SAG awards, beauty editors worldwide looked on in wonder. Edgy yet feminine, it was created by hair stylist Adir Abergel using a piece from his hair accessories line (and has a similar feel to the hair piercing trend we saw a little while ago). Watch the video to see Vanessa's braid, plus get some tips on how to create your own braid chain.
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Decorate your ‘do: A X L LIQUID CHAIN COMB ($548, leletny.com), DIY (see video)
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Lid lingerie
Makeup giant MAC is tipping this sheer, glossy, lightly-tinted eye look to be to be the next big makeup trend - so naturally, it’s all over Instagram. Perfect for summer and surprisingly wearable, it’s also incredibly easy to create. For best results, ditch the powder eyeshadow and opt for an eye gloss or eye tint, and apply it using your fingers.
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Up the (eye) ante: MAC Eye Gloss in Lightly Torched, NYX Lid Lacquer
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Serum foundations
If you’re going to wear foundation every day, you might as well make it a skin-friendly one. The latest serum foundations are hard to fault. Not only do they contain nourishing ingredients such as magnesium and lychee, but they also have a #nextlevel dreamy, dewy finish. Check out the video for tips on how to make serum foundation work for you.
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Put your skin first: Bobbi Brown Intensive Skin Serum Foundation SPF 25, PUR Cosmetics Hydrafluid Water Serum Foundation ($44, myer.com.au), Napoleon Perdis Personal Trainer Serum Foundation ($69, napoleonperdis.com)
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Oooo I never heard of a serum foundation! That sounds like an awesome foundation.
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For me always trending will be Old Spice's White Solid. Why? Because it's solid! https://oldspice.com/en/shop-products/antiperspirant-and-deodorant/white-solid :)
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cant wait to try a serum foundation, never heard of this product, interesting products for sure in this article
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The nails look cool. Not sure about the braid chains though.
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Eye gloss - that sounds weird. Not sure if i would be in that. Sounds sticky.
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I'd like to try a serum foundation
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Love the glossy lids look!
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Beauty and politics to me is a great combination. What a way to make a statement and puts some much needed fun back into politics during this bleak time!
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These are trends I had no idea that were happening. Love checking out new fads.
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I love that the dewy skin trend is taking off so yay to serum foundations. The other beauty trends don't really catch my eye. I already have enough trouble with stray hairs sticking to glossy lips, I can't imagine how it would be with glossy eyes.
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Serum foundation sounds interesting, not really that enticed by the other February trends sorry!
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The serum foundation sounds good . Not a fan of the glossy eyes
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Was thinking....why to ruin Beauty with politics? It is like mixing sport and politics (like when some football matches in my former country turned into big fights, caused by dumb politics that has nothing to do with good vibe we all get on these occasions!)
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Serum foundation! And love glow finish too =D
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I'm such a foundation junkie so love to try the serum foundations!
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LOL @ "calling out Donald Trump on his election campaign". I had to watch that bit again. Hilarious! Interesting to see beauty products standing up for themselves ;-)
I like the look of the serum foundations. They might work for my sensitive dry (aka annoying) skin.
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Making a statement & having your voice heard but in a different way is interesting, I like the nail-politics look it's kinda cool, I wouldn't mind trying this one.
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I would love to try a serum foundation!
The nails look great - a quiet way to show your support for something.
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The serum foundation sounds interesting!
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Oh wow....I would love to try a serum foundation.
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The serum foundation sounds like a must try. I also like bobbi brown products
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Serum foundation sounds wonderful
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I haven't heard of a serum foundation but it sounds perfect for me so I look fresh and not old and mouldy.
Braid chains sound great but I would slip a couple of pins mid or near the end of the chain to hold them in place or they might start flopping about.
Thanks for the update Beth!
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i dont like the shiny eyeshadow! almost looks wet!
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Serum foundation has been around for ages Clinique and Lancome make them already....
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