9 beauty fusions that’ll take the hard work out of getting ready

One look that has withstood the test of time is the classic feline eyeliner flick. Not only can it elevate any look effortlessly, but it can be used in many different variations to suit your mood or style.

And when paired with either a neutral face or a beautiful red lip, makeup, hair and beauty expert Heidi Scarlett King believes “it's the quintessential red carpet/event go-to that never seems to date.”

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Makeup artist and educator Christina Sikalias agrees that the feline flick is always a winner. “Winged liner has never gone out of fashion and will always remain classic,” she says, adding how much she loves pairing it with a sleek bun or ponytail.

“Tightly worn updos and classic eyeliner are literally a match made in beauty heaven. Both elongate the eyes for a snatched, lifted look.”

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For makeup artist and hair stylist Serena Wyllie, a favourite classic pairing is soft makeup, slick hair and glowing skin. “The look is absolutely timeless and effortlessly beautiful,” she says. “My tip [for pulling it off] is to use cream products to achieve a glowing complexion.”

We recommend:

Makeup By Mario Soft Pop Powder Blush, $34 at Sephora
Anastasia Beverly Hills Cream Bronzer, $54 at Sephora

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“My go-to classic glam combination is definitely a wing liner and red lip, accompanied by retro waves,” says Natalie Anne Hair, multi-award winning global hair artist & digital influencer.

If you want to achieve the perfect retro waves that last all night, Natalie Anne says it’s important to set all your hair in the same direction and only brush it out once your hair has completely cooled down.

To get the look, try:

Natalie Anne Hair Gentle Vegan Wet & Dry Brush, $39.95 at Natalie Anne Hair Care
Charlotte Tilbury Rock ‘N’ Kohl, $37 at MECCA
MAC Cosmetics Lipstick, $30 at MECCA

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An effortless look for any occasion, glowing skin with tied-back hair has reigned supreme on almost every modern runway. And for this trend, makeup artist Shella Ruby Martin advises that wet, smooth or slick hair is best – whatever allows the dewy glisten of your skin to enjoy the spotlight.

“This look doesn’t have to have boundaries in creativity when you do your makeup,” she says. “But it certainly will champion the efforts we have all put into our skin care routine with minimal foundation and a lot of shine.”

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Known as the esteemed ‘It girls’ of the makeup world, neon liner and coloured eyeshadow are a brilliant duo for producing brighter, bolder makeup looks. In fact, this hot combo will make your eyes pop so much, you’ll be able to leave your false lashes at the door.

“Coloured liner is a fun way to add a pop of colour while still being minimal and wearable,” Wyllie says. “At the moment I am loving pastels, in particular lilacs.”

You don’t even have to go out and buy a new eyeliner, just mix your favourite coloured eyeshadow with micellar water (thank you, TikTok) and get ready to get graphic.

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This pairing trend is proving wildly popular in 2022 due to its ultra-polished look that simply ‘oozes glamour’, according to Sikalias.

“Keeping the hair dead straight and having all your hair away from your face will also help you to draw attention to your beautiful eye makeup,” she says.

For a great smokey eye, we recommend:

CLINIQUE Quickliner For Eye, $37 from Sephora
Natasha Denona Love Eyeshadow Palette, $100 at Sephora
Luce Del Sole Eye Palette, $128 at Christina Sikalias

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Not a fan of wearing your hair down? Natalie Anne recommends elevating a sleek look with a high shine snatched pony and detailed edges. However, it’s important to ensure you’ve got the right hair tools for the job. “Clustered bling is a must this season,” she says. “Layer our Natalie Anne x Billini Emily Hair Pin Pack ($59.95 at Billini) or finish with our Maxine Pony Cuff ($49.95 at Billini).

With the ponytail being one of the most versatile and popular hairstyles today, it looks great partnered with almost anything. But to achieve the ultimate complementary look that amplifies your natural beauty, finish it off with a classically simple smokey eye.

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Referred to as ‘rebellious hair’, this look involves more deconstruction and less perfection. It’s an ideal way to give your strands natural character and an effortless look, says Martin.

Couple this with natural lashes (forget about extensions!), layered with a few great coats of mascara (and no heavy matte contours on the cheeks), and you have yourself a trend that will allow you to wake up each day to show off your individual character and quirks.

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