Top Four Makeup Trends Of The Summer So Far

There's no time like summer to rethink your makeup routine, when you want to achieve that healthy outdoor glow to get you in the mood for a holiday or a special event. As the weather is proving somewhat unreliable, there’s plenty you can do to create a beautiful summer look with a few key makeup trends this year. Here’s a quick round up.

The latte makeup trend

Like so many trends in recent years, the latte trend has been fuelled by Tik Tok. As the name suggests, it’s all about achieving soft hues of warm neutrals and browns with a smooth rich texture. The exact shades you use will depend on the natural skin tone you already have; pick a warm colour that is one or two shades darker than your natural colouring.

Avoid using pink or yellow based blushers and foundation, but stick to shades of light caramel or bronze that give you a warm glowy complexion. Complement the look with neutral brown eye makeup, swapping out black mascara and eyeliner for bronze or dark brown. Add just a tint of warm neutral gloss to your lips to finish off the look.

Mermaidcore

Mermaidcore is a whole style subculture that is making a splash in the mainstream waters this summer. It’s inspired by the original sirens of the sea, with shades of aquamarine and shimmery finishes. There’s no need to invest in a lot of new products; simply playing around with what you already have should enable you to achieve this look pretty easily.

Pick eyeshadows in shades of blue or green with a slightly iridescent texture, and combine it with soft pastel tones on your lips and cheeks. Complement the look with crochet tops, jewellery pieces with pearlescent textures, and hair set in loose tumbling waves.

Barbiecore

The Barbiecore trend has been bubbling away for a couple of years now, but with the movie finally hitting the screens in the UK this summer, expect this look to peak over the next couple of months. The juggernaut marketing campaign has been hard to ignore, with adorable stills of Margot Robbie in fluffy pink and glittery make up.

If you like your make up a little on the OTT side, then this is definitely the trend for you! Combine shimmering pink eyeshadow with long curled black eyelashes and defined lash lines. Finish the look with hot pink lips and nails. It’s a fantastic excuse to abandon all restraint and unapologetically celebrate your femininity.

Retro 90s makeup

The 1990s are having a bit of a revival this summer, with Britpop bands Pulp and Blur making successful comeback tours, and grunge and cult TV shows such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer gaining a following among the younger generations. It was inevitable that some of the make up styles from this era would soon begin to re-emerge.

To go all-out retro, go for a skinny eyebrow (or as near as you dare), and work a frosted lip with a stronger outline colour. Finish off with plenty of black eyeliner.

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Hair Botox For Brides: Have Your Best Hair On Your Big Day

by Kirstie Maguire • 29 April 2025

When our hair is looking its shiny and healthy best, we often feel more confident and happy on the inside as well. There is no occasion when you will want to feel like this more than on your wedding day, which is why hair botox treatment is now a popular pre-wedding prep for brides Here’s a look at what it can do for you. What is hair botox? If you are confused about what hair botox is, don’t worry: it doesn’t involve injectables like the anti-wrinkle version. The hair treatment is an advanced deep conditioning treatment that not only nourishes and smooths the hair, but also rebuilds damaged strands to restore the appearance of strong healthy hair. It contains a variety of proven active ingredients, including keratin, collagen, amino acids, proteins and vitamins. These work together to combat frizz and add body and shine without the damaging effects of chemical relaxers. Don’t worry if you love your waves or curls: the treatment will just make them look smoother and glossier without weighing them down. Why hair botox is the perfect pre-wedding treatment Here’s why hair botox is fast becoming a must-have pre-wedding treatment for brides: Banish the frizz Even if your hair is naturally smooth, your wedding day will probably involve some time outdoors as you pose for photographs and meet and greet guests. The Great British weather can be unpredictable, with heat and humidity or drizzle playing havoc with even the most carefully styled hair. Hair Botox effectively controls frizz throughout the day and into the night, so your photos will always show you at your most sleek and stylish. Salon standard shine that shows Hair botox will add a natural looking gloss to your hair that no regular conditioner can match, giving you that professionally styled sheen even if you are out in all weathers. Your gorgeous hair will provide your wedding photos and videos with that extra wow factor. Soft and manageable hair for your dream bridal do Bridal hair calls for hair that is in great condition, so if your hair is dull, dry, or prone to flyaways and split ends, then hair botox is the answer to your prayers. Whether you are dreaming of soft beachy waves or a classic up do, your stylist will be able to make you look the very best version of yourself. Your dream honeymoon hair The results of your treatment will last beyond the big day: you will have beautiful glossy hair throughout your honeymoon, making your holiday styling effortless and giving you plenty of options. Tips for the best results Ideally, book your treatment at least two to four weeks before the big day to allow your hair to settle and to be ready in time for your trial hair appointment. Avoid colouring your hair directly after the treatments, and ask your stylist for tips on how to prolong the results.