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Universal Makeup Looks

Browse 11 makeup tutorials perfect for universal. Step-by-step guides with product recommendations

11 Masterclasses

Cat Eye makeup look

Viral & Aesthetic

Cat Eye

The classic retro lift.

Spotlight / Vertical Gradient makeup look

Viral & Aesthetic

Spotlight / Vertical Gradient

Colors are applied in vertical columns (e.g., light inner corner, medium center, dark outer V).

Contouring makeup look

Techniques

Contouring

Using cool-toned dark shades to create shadows and recede features (cheekbones, jaw).

Strobing makeup look

Techniques

Strobing

Using only highlighter (no dark contour) to sculpt the face using light.

Underpainting makeup look

Techniques

Underpainting

Applying contour, blush, and highlight underneath foundation for a seamless, natural blend.

Soap Brows / Laminated makeup look

Techniques

Soap Brows / Laminated

Brushing brow hairs straight up with soap or gel for a fluffy, feathery look.

Overlining makeup look

Techniques

Overlining

Drawing the lip liner slightly outside the natural lip border to fake fuller lips.

Underpainting (Technique) makeup look

Techniques

Underpainting (Technique)

Applying contour/blush under foundation.

Strobing (Technique) makeup look

Techniques

Strobing (Technique)

Using only highlighter to contour.

Gradient Lip (Bitten) makeup look

Global Beauty

Gradient Lip (Bitten)

Concentrating color in the center of the lips and fading out to a concealer/nude edge.

Monochromatic makeup look

Viral & Aesthetic

Monochromatic

Using the exact same shade (often peach, mauve, or terracotta) for eyes, cheeks, and lips.

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