Beauty trends are ever-changing, and it can be tough to keep on track with something that is so dynamic. One day, it’s in style, and the next time you look, those trends are far gone. If you’ve been wondering which looks are in style these days, then look no further! This is a guide to the hot beauty trends for 2022 - better to be prepared beforehand than sorry later! 

Glittery Looks 

This past year, glitter makeup has taken over beauty gurus and makeup enthusiasts. Wherever you look, you’ll find the majority donning shining and sparkling looks. Although the pandemic did put an end to the party scene as we know it, things are looking up, and this makeup trend should be your go-to for parties! This fairy-like look is all the rage these days - many liken it to diamonds and gems dancing on your skin, and when it comes to party makeup, what more could you want? The glitter isn’t limited to your eyes only - you can use it for your cheeks, your lips, or even for your entire body for your final look! Makeup artists have been using body glitter wherever they can - getting the holographic finish to look mesmerizing and other-worldly is their ultimate goal! 

Glitter Hair 

If you thought body glitter was going to be the last you heard of such glam, you were entirely wrong! Makeup artists haven’t stopped at body glitter - if you’re going to jazz it up, they think you should go big or go home! Applying glitter spray on your hair is another hot trend. It gives your hair that extra shine you’d want at a party, and it’ll go great with the rest of your glittery look as well! Make sure you don’t overdo it, though - it’s easy to go a bit overboard and tacky with glitter, but not if you’re careful!

Neon Bright Eyes 

This year has been about standing out and bold, and the bright neon eyes speak for themselves. The regular black eyeliner is out of style (although still a classic); bright neon eyes are in! Black eyeliner can be pretty forgettable, but the same is not the case for vibrant ones. Whether you use eyeliner or concentrated eyeshadow, you’ll undoubtedly create an eye makeup look that will be hard to forget! Bright and saturated colors aren’t just for standing out - they also give you much more control over your look. You can match your makeup with whichever outfit you desire - the days of contrast are long gone!

3D Embellishments

Embellishments of all kinds completely alleviate your look, even if you might be wearing some plain makeup otherwise. Makeup artists have taken to seeing their clients as living canvases and using all kinds of materials to paint their masterpiece - beads, gems, stars, decals; you name it. The 3D makeup looks, while initially a bit jarring, are each unique in their own way, making use of both textures and shine to create the best ones. It’s a great look for a night out. You can make it as bold or neutral as you want - the only limit is your imagination! 

Diffused Lips 

You can’t talk about beauty trends without mentioning the latest lip trends. These days, diffused lips are all in season. Diffused lips are basically soft looks, a bit blurred at the edges, rather than a sharp lipsticked look. The idea is to create a dreamy makeup look without putting in too much time or effort. Start off with tracing the inside of your lips, and then blend the color to the outer area. This allows you to get the blurry finish rather than the crisp one you might get by lining like you generally do. This is an adorable look year-round, but it’ll pop out in the summer and spring seasons!

CBD Infused Products

Over the past few years, CBD has become one of the most well-known and well-loved ingredients throughout the beauty community. CBD is mainly known for its pain-relieving and relaxing qualities, so naturally, it is still very much in style. More natural treatments and solutions are coming to light these days, so CBD products are now more in use than ever before - they help with inflammation, skin sensitivity, insomnia, anxiety, and muscle relaxation. Some products even have anti-aging effects!

Coral Cheeks 

Another bright and bold trend popping up here and there is the coral cheeks and lips trend. Nothing says spring more than some vibrant makeup looks, and these orange-pink products are exactly that. Cheek tints can be smeared over your face and even layered up to be used as lip stains. You can make your look as bright or as muted as you desire - if you feel like you piled on too much, you can always use your fingers to blend it out.

Glowing Skin 

More than a year of staying locked in your house has undoubtedly taken a toll on your skin. If you feel bad about your sallow skin, don’t worry! You’re not alone, and there’s a solution to this. The glowing skin trend is all about your natural, luminous skin - the days of the overly-done, cakey looks are gone, and newer products focus on preserving your natural skin and making it look fresher and younger than it used to! The ingredients also help hydrate your skin and nourish it to its previous full and rich state. 

Overstated Eyeliner

Colorful eye makeup isn’t the only trend around town! If the vibrant eyeshadows didn’t work out for you, don’t be deterred! Another trend that is making a comeback is the overstated eyeliner trend, which made its first appearance a decade ago! Start with some concealer on your lids, and apply your eyeliner in a semi-final shape. Once you’re satisfied with the shape, clean up the edges with a makeup remover, and build upon your lid. Finish up with the rest of your makeup, and you’re all set!