Throwback to the 90s: A Beauty Journey
Do you remember the days when “The Spice Girls” ruled the pop music scene, and Courtney Love’s grunge look was all the rage? That’s right, we’re talking about the 90s! A decade of nostalgia and retro fashion that has made its way back into the mainstream fashion industry. But, have you ever thought about the beauty trends that dominated the 90s? Join us on a beauty journey down memory lane as we rediscover the iconic beauty trends that defined the era.
Grunge Makeup, an expression of rebellion
The grunge look was one of the most recognizable fashion trends of the 90s, and the makeup that went with it was equally as eye-catching. This look was all about dark, smoky eyes, and bold, dark lips. To achieve the smoky eye effect, use a black kohl eyeliner to trace the upper and lower lash lines, smudging the lines with a brush or your fingers.
Take a brown or taupe eye shadow and dust it over the eyelids and crease, blending carefully to create a hazy effect. To achieve the bold, dark lip color, find a deep burgundy or black lipstick shade that complements your skin tone.
Matte Finish for the win!
Yes, We know you love your dewy skin, but the 90s took a different approach by embracing matte skin finishes. The ideal look was to have a smooth, velvet-like complexion. One of the go-to products for achieving a matte complexion was a pressed powder foundation, applied with a fluffy brush.
To give the skin a more polished finish, a translucent powder was used, and it was applied sparingly with a powder puff or brush.
Hair accessories, a statement-making addition to a hairdo
In the 90s, hair accessories were not just a practical addition to keep hair in place; they were a vital element in making a statement with one’s hairdo. Scrunchies, hairpins, butterfly clips, and hairbands in every color were used to adorn elaborate hairstyles such as high ponytails and space buns.
These accessories, that were iconic in 90s fashion, are currently trending in the hair arena, making them a must-have accessory for every fashion-forward individual.
Bold Looks with Eye-popping colours
Pop colors were all the hype in the 90s, and eye shadows weren’t immune to that trend. Those bubblegum pink, electric blue, and neon green colors were incorporated into eye makeup looks to create eye-popping results. A fun way to use these colors is to pair them with a neutral shade like beige or brown to avoid overdoing the look. For bolder individuals, the colorful eye shadow was paired with a matching lipstick shade for a head-to-toe effect.
The 90s hair, Crimped and Wavy
When we think of 90s hair, wavy and crimped hair comes to mind. Achieving this look is quite easy; divide your hair into small sections and use a crimping iron to create the waves and crimps. For a more natural-looking crimp, alternate the size of the sections you crimp and leave out a few pieces around your face to soften the look.
Conclusion
The 90s were undoubtedly a unique era for beauty and fashion that has undoubtedly left a lasting impression on the fashion industry. From the grunge makeup to the pop-colored eye shadows, the matte finish skin to the hair accessories, these beauty trends of the 90s are making their way back into the fashion scene and are here to stay. So why not try these beauty trends out for yourself and send your 90s vibes into the present day?
