Eye shadows will make a strong comeback in 2026. Now you can boldly add color, metallic shimmer or graphic lines to your eyes.
Minimalistic and natural clean girl It’s time for trendy make-up to take a back seat, because bolder, more experimental and more colorful make-ups are coming back to center stage. At this point, eye make-up that looks and stands out is getting the main role again.
– You can now stand out with eye make-up, assures make-up artist Riia Koivisto from Helsinki.
Darker shades such as burgundy and purple-tinged plum are preferred this season, says the expert. Pictured is Iris Law. All Over Press
He says that now darker shades are preferred in eye makeup, such as burgundy and purple-tinged plum shades. Romantic and even gothic dramatic tonal worlds are also now on the surface.
Eye makeup can now be seen and stand out. Pictured is Charli XCX. All Over Press
Another current make-up trend in terms of eye make-up is now uniform tinting on the eyes, lips and cheeks. The easiest way to do this is by using convenient multi-purpose products.
– For these, you want, for example, a cool taupe shade or a powdery pink. We want the end result to be romantic and soft. It works both in a more nude look and as a stronger version.
Soft pink is the perfect shade for romantic make-up. It is also suitable when you want to use the same shade in a fashion on different parts of the face. Pictured is Quenlin Blackwell. All Over Press
– In addition, the water-colour-like nature of the shades can still be seen in the eyeshadows, Koivisto continues.
There is guaranteed to be a flattering shade for everyone in the eye shadow selection of the shopping places. Pictured is Laura Dern. All Over Press
Such tonal worlds flatter many.
– The shades are suitable for anyone, there is definitely something for everyone this winter. These are great for light Scandinavian skin and tones, but work well on darker skin as well.
So right now is a great time to dig out those eye shadow palettes that you forgot in the closet for a while or invest in a new favorite that you used to create eye makeup that stands out.
Strong, graphic and dramatic borders are suitable for the bravest. Different metallic eye shadows go particularly well with them. Pictured is Kitty Chicha. All Over Press
REMEMBER
Remember these:
- Primer: If you want your eye make-up to stay smooth and beautiful for a long time, start by priming your eyelids with a priming product intended for that. A regular skin care routine for the eye area helps to keep the sensitive skin area elastic and beautiful.
- Different compositions: During the purchase phase, consult experts such as consultants who know how to help you choose the right eye shadow composition for you. For example, with the help of cream and liquid products, you usually get a longer-lasting result and not as easily as the Karise powder products. In addition to the composition and pleasant shade, it’s good to think: for example, do you want a matte or pearly, light-receiving finish?
- Brushes: Invest in a few high-quality brushes that will help you create beautiful eye makeup. Also, don’t forget to clean them regularly and properly to keep the bugs away.
- The right make-up removal products: Pay attention to what kind of product is best for effective, suitable for your needs, but gentle enough eye makeup removal at the end of the day.