Beauty notes from H.E.R.
H.E.R. knows the value of a signature. Her hair may be the most recognizable part of her look, but her beauty choices deserve just as much attention. Glowing skin, fluttery lashes, and a glossy lip are regulars, but she isn’t afraid to switch things up with electric blue liner, colorful shadow, metallic lids or a full red lip.
The Filipino American singer and actress also voices Jo in DreamWorks Animation’s Philippines-inspired “Forgotten Island” alongside Liza Soberano as Raissa. So we’re taking the occasion to look back at some of H.E.R.’s beauty looks—and the tips worth borrowing to spice up your make up looks.
Keep the glow strategic
There’s a difference between glowing skin and making the entire face shiny. Here, H.E.R.’s luminosity is concentrated on the high points of her cheeks, while the rest of her complexion stays natural and fresh.
For that targeted sheen, try the Nars Light Reflecting™ Luminizing Stick. Tap it onto the tops of the cheekbones and anywhere else light would naturally hit. Instead of spreading shimmer across the entire face, a little strategic placement gives you that glossy, light-catching finish exactly where you want it.
Make cluster lashes your secret weapon
If you love the look of lash extensions but not the commitment, cluster lashes are a great beauty secret to have under your belt. You get that same fluffy, customized effect when you want it, then you can simply take them off. They’re also much easier to maneuver than trying to position an entire strip lash at once.
The Faboulash Bespoke Cluster Lashes let you customize the effect depending on your eye shape and how much drama you want. Take a cue from H.E.R. and keep them wispy, gradually adding length toward the outer corners for a fuller finish.
Swap your black liner for color
You don’t necessarily need to learn a new technique to make your eye makeup more interesting. Sometimes, all it takes is switching up the color.
H.E.R.’s electric blue wing takes the familiar shape of classic black liner and makes it feel completely different. The Make Up For Ever Aqua Resist Color Ink gives you plenty of room to play, with different colors and finishes that let you experiment with dimension, too. Go matte for something graphic or pick a more reflective finish when you want your liner to catch the light.
Pick a color and commit to it
If you’re going to wear colorful eye shadow, there’s something to be said for really going for it. H.E.R. takes lilac and pink around the entire eye, from the lids to the lower lash line, with a little shimmer brightening the inner corners.
Sticking within one color family keeps a bold eye from feeling too busy. The Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick makes the technique particularly easy: swipe your chosen shade across the lid, blend the edges and build the color where you want more intensity. Take a little underneath the eyes to bring everything together.
Balance a strong eye with a neutral lip
When your eyes are already bringing the drama, your lips don’t necessarily need to compete. H.E.R. pairs a smoky teal eye with a soft neutral lip that gives the whole look some breathing room.
The trick is finding your neutral rather than automatically reaching for beige. Eadem Le Chouchou 3-in-1 Lip Treatment comes in sheer shades that add just enough color while leaving the lips glossy. Pick a pink, brown or rosy neutral that complements your natural lip tone and let the eye makeup remain the focus.
Don’t underestimate a good lip liner
Lip liner can do much more than keep lipstick within the lines. Here, H.E.R.’s deeper brown outline gives an otherwise neutral glossy lip more shape and dimension.
The MAC Lip Pencil in Chestnut is a classic deep brown for getting the effect. Trace your natural lip line, lightly shade the corners, and blend inward before adding lipstick or gloss. You want to keep some of that deeper definition around the perimeter without leaving an overly sharp border.
Metallic shadow is an easy shortcut to evening makeup
When you want impact without spending ages building a smoky eye, add something reflective. H.E.R.’s silver lids catch the light, while a sharp black wing keeps everything defined.
The Makeup by Mario Master Metallics® Eyeshadow Palette gives you plenty to experiment with, from silver and gold to bronze and more colorful metallics. Press your chosen shade onto the lid and concentrate the shine where you want the light to hit. Sometimes a metallic finish is all you need to make familiar eye makeup feel ready for a night out.
