Toasty make-up: the "sun-kissed" effect make-up that looks good on everyone Simple, but absolutely impactful

There’s something about make-up looks that mimic a sun-kissed glow that instantly makes us feel cuter. Maybe it’s the power of pretending we’ve just come back from a dreamy Amalfi weekend, when in reality we’re melting on the couch with a fan blasting in our face. The toasty make-up trend comes from this shared fantasy: a glowy and slightly sun-baked look that makes you seem healthy and relaxed, even when you’re absolutely not.

Toasty make-up: the sun-kissed glow that looks good on everyone

How to get the look?

It’s all about applying the right products in the right places and going for warm tones. Start with a super lightweight base, maybe mixed with some bronzing drops, just enough to even out the complexion and give it a bit of a sun-tanned touch. Then comes the star of the show: bronzer. Apply it where the sun would naturally hit your face: cheekbones, nose, temples, eyelids. A cream formula works best for a dewy, natural effect. To intensify the result, you can layer on a luminous powder bronzer. Next up: blush, in a warm and visible shade, think peach, terracotta or even a juicy orange. Blend it generously over cheeks and nose, melting it into the bronzer for that slightly sunburnt effect. For eyeshadow, pick a liquid formula in brown tones, easy to blend and effortless. Swipe it into the crease and along the lower lash line if you want a more defined gaze. Then it’s mascara galore, a touch of golden highlighter on the usual spots, cheekbones, tip of the nose, cupid’s bow, and your face is basically done. For the lips, just go with a tinted lip oil or a nude/caramel lipstick, outlined with your go-to lip liner. To finish it all off, add some faux freckles with a light brown pencil and set them in place with setting spray or powder. Et voilà, your toasty look is ready.

The must-have products to recreate the toasty make-up look

Just a few good products are all you need to get that toasted-by-the-sun effect: glowing skin, perfectly flushed cheeks, warm eyes and soft lips. Nothing too studied, just the perfect mix of glow and bronzy vibes. Here are the products we recommend.