TikTok Makeup Trends: The 2021 Edition You Must Try

If you thought keeping up with the Kardashians was hard, then you better brace yourself for the most fabulous flux of makeup trends that are all the rage on your favourite social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels. From 5 minute DIYs to new makeup tutorials that become your new holy grail - these short videos have them all! But, with all these captivating new trends buzzing around, how is anyone supposed to catch hold of them? 

 Fret not! Yours truly has compiled the top 5 picks of our favourite TikTok & Reels makeup trends 2021, with the most phenomenal makeup tricks! That’s right, we have reviewed and reacted to TikTok makeup transformations and found the best ones for you to try this season. 

Brow-Wow The Crowd! 

1. Soap Brows

Artist Name: Patrick Ta 

Instagram: @patrickta

Model Name: Elizabeth Rachale 

Instagram: @elizabethrsawatzky

This refreshing throwback to the 2000s, reminds us of the time Hollywood actresses like Cara Delevigne and Lily Collins adorned this bold and natural look. This style has now reappeared as a TikTok makeup trend in 2021 with bars of soap and a spoolie to keep your brows in place! 

Our Thoughts: Unlike the beloved fuller brows of 2015, this trend is for everyone with eyebrows that are either in full bloom or sparse!

Speaking of sparse, we have just the right item for you! 

We Recommend: Physicians Formula Brow Last Long Lasting Brow Gel - Medium Brow

Calling Your Blush! 

2. Blendable Blush

Artist Name: Sadhvi Babu 

Instagram: @sadhvimakeup

Model Name: Theresa Meriam

Instagram: @theresaakua

If you love chiselled jawlines and tinted cheeks, this trend was made for you! Creamy & liquid blushes are now part of TikTok transformations that leave us in awe of blushes that can be used as contours.

Our Thoughts: Save the extra bucks on contours! This handy TikTok makeup trend is the touch of carved and rosy cheeks you need in 2021. Also, read in details how to apply blush so that you don't mess your blush look.  

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Eye Don’t Give A Fox! 

3. Fox Eyeliner 

Name: Dua Lipa

Instagram: @dualipa

If variety is key to every routine, why leave out eyeliners? From cat to puppy eyes, meet the popular Fox eyeliner look! Even our favourite celebrities have got the fox on fleek with this subtle and sleek new look, making it one of the best TikTok makeup trends of 2021! 

Our Thoughts: If curiosity got your cat eyeliner, then you can’t mess this up with the perfect eyeliner guide! Get your trusty eyeliner with an enchanting eyeshadow palette of your choice and capture your TikTok makeup transformation!

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Never Fickle Over Freckles! 

4. Faux Freckles

Artist Name: Erin Parson

Instagram: @erinparsonsmakeup

Since nude and natural is the TikTok makeup 2021 mood, then let’s embrace our perfectly imperfect “flaws” like freckles! Several coveted celebrities and influencers have taken to social media to showcase their dazzling dots! 

Our Thoughts: We are always game for anything that promotes natural beauty and, we encourage you to take up this trend to show off your freckles! 

Oh dear, got no freckles? Get inspired by Erin Parson, lead makeup artist at Maybelline, and get drawing on! 

We Recommend: Maybelline New York Tattoo Studio Gel Liner Pencil - Dark Brown

Eye On The Prize! 

5. Colourful Lashes

Instagram (Left): @joannakellerbeautique

Instagram (Right): @_brushwork_

With all of us now matching our outfits to our masks, it’s our eyes that do all the talking! Use this innovative and colourful way to express yourself by just taking your false eyelashes and some loose pigments or old eyeshadow to coat the lashes for a vibrant new look! 

Our Thoughts: You might wanna consider ditching the classic black mascara for this new pop of colourful lashes to complete your trendy TikTok makeup transformation of 2021! 

We Recommend: Gorgio Professional Eye Lashes

Too lazy to DIY those falsies? Then, how about this eyeconic blue Lakme mascara? 
 

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Expectations Vs Reality

All laughs aside, it’s time for you to put these TikTok makeup trends of 2021 to use and snatch the wigs off those haters. Good luck!