13 Fairy Makeup Ideas For The Ultimate Ethereal Glowy Glam (2024)

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Shimmering Complexion Sugar Plum Fairy Diamond Darling All The Happy Hues Fairytale Eyes Natural Fairy Pretty Pop Ice Fairy Night Fairy The More You Glow Glittering Accents Glass Skin The Tinkerbell Touch

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Nothing excites us more than a new makeup trend, and this time we've got our finger on the pulse of something shimmering and sparkly. Let us introduce fairy makeup. While a few things might pop into your imagination based on the name, this trend celebrates highlighted skin, iridescent shadows, and romantic hues. Don't believe us? Just look at Hailey Bieber's sugar plum fairy glam. Think tasteful sparkle, glistening cheeks, glossy lips, and shiny accents that catch the light in the most ethereal way. Ahead, we've rounded up 13 makeup looks to give you all the inspiration you need to turn your mythical beauty dreams into reality.

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Shimmering Complexion

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When it comes to fairy-inspired makeup, there's no shortage of shimmering complexions. The key is emphasizing the cheeks and eyes for maximum impact. Apply your favorite liquid highlighter with a fluffy brush to your cheekbones in an upward motion. Then use the same highlighter on the brow bone for a cohesive makeup look that radiates beauty.

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Sugar Plum Fairy

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Adorn your lids with sugar plum hues such as this pink and purple glittery combo. Paired with sculpted cheeks and glossy lips, this is an excellent way to incorporate a fairy theme into your makeup. To achieve a similar look, apply a light purple and plum eyeshadow to your lids and crease. Continue to build up the pigment and shimmer until you are satisfied.

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Diamond Darling

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Elevate your fairy-themed makeup look with diamonds, as seen here on Sabrina Carpenter. Applying stick-on gems around the eyes can take your makeup look to the next level. Strategically place the gemstones on the top lid and bottom lash line. You can even extend the stones onto the cheeks if you prefer.

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All The Happy Hues

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When it comes to fairy-themed makeup, the more color the better. This metallic makeup look touting icy blue, pink, and purple, create a magical combination that cannot go unnoticed. Accentuate your eyes, cheeks, and lips with your favorite metallic shadows and makeup paints—the more creative, the better.

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Fairytale Eyes

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Fairy makeup doesn't need to be complicated. We are taking a page out of Dove Cameron's book with these shimmering eyes and soft complexion. The eyes have a stunning, holographic shimmer applied up to the brow bone. When using shimmering shadow, start with a light layer and build it as you go to avoid extra fallout or unwanted extra pigment.

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Natural Fairy

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If natural makeup looks are more your speed, you can still enjoy the benefits of fairy makeup without having to commit to anything over the top. First, apply a glittery shadow to the lids in a lighter color, like peach. Then extend your eyeliner ever so slightly at the corners in a wing shape. The rest of your makeup can be applied as usual, keeping the eyes the star of the show.

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Pretty Pop

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When a look relies so heavily on a glowy complexion, blush is a must. Apply your favorite pink blush generously on the apples of the cheeks, whether it be cream or powder formula. Follow up with your choice of highlighter for an extra glamorous sheen.

Ice Fairy

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The mint glitter applied on Camila Cabello accentuates her eyes in the best way. Once you've applied your icy eyeshadow, follow up with a blended eyeliner on the top lid and your favorite pair of faux eyelashes. Don't forget to finish with a swipe of blush to complete the fairy-themed look.

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Night Fairy

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Fairy makeup isn't limited to pink or pastel hues. Bring out your dramatic side by wearing a glossy smoky eyeshadow and lip to emulate the magic that fairy makeup brings. Using soft grays and lilac hues on the eyes creates a slightly more subtle vibe.

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The More You Glow

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Fairy makeup starts with exaggerated glowing skin. For example, the light-catching features of this complexion make all the difference. To achieve a similar finish, apply a liquid highlighter on bare skin before any foundation to create a dewy base. Once you've put on your foundation, add more liquid highlighter on top for a glow that looks like a professional painted it on.

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Glittering Accents

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Ambika Mod shows that a little glitter goes a long way when making a memorable statement. The silver shimmer on the eyelids, worn with dramatic faux eyelashes, proves that fairy makeup can be worn to any special occasion.

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Glass Skin

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Glass skin is an easy way to level up your fairy-themed makeup look. The more reflective your skin looks, the more out of this world your glam becomes. Paired with a pastel blue eyeshadow and glossy lips, there's nothing about this look we'd change.

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The Tinkerbell Touch

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Pay homage to one of the most famous fairies of all, Tinkerbell, with a sparkling green eyeshadow look. Start by applying a green eyeshadow to your lids. Then follow up by pressing a green glitter on top until you have reached your desired sparkle level. There's no shortage of fun to be had when creating fairy-themed makeup, so don't be shy about going in with extra layers of color or shine.