Soft Glam Makeup for Date Night

A date night look does not need to be dramatic. Soft glam is about warm, glowy skin, a little shimmer and a rosy lip, so you look like the best version of yourself and still feel relaxed. Set aside a little extra time, put on a favorite playlist and enjoy the process. Here is a simple way to build the look in about fifteen minutes.

Build a glowy base

Start with a light layer of skin tint or foundation, then tap a little concealer under your eyes and around your nose. Tap, do not rub, so your base stays smooth. Press a cream or liquid highlighter onto the high points of your cheeks with your fingertip. Cream textures tend to look soft and skin-like, and they warm up and blend easily with your hands. Skip heavy powder, which can look flat in evening light.

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A soft, pearly glow you can dab on with a fingertip and build up slowly.

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Warm up your eyes

Sweep a soft champagne or bronze shimmer shadow across your lids with a fingertip or a flat brush. Smudge a little brown pencil along your upper lashes and blend it out, then add a coat or two of mascara. Brown tones tend to feel warmer and softer than black for evening, and they flatter most eye colors. If shimmer feels like too much, a matte taupe in the crease keeps things subtle.

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Finish with a rosy lip

Choose a lip color in rose, berry or soft mauve. If you are unsure about a bolder shade, try it on your fingertip first. Line your lips lightly, fill them in, then blot with a tissue so the color feels comfortable and lasts through dinner. A little gloss in the center adds a pretty, fuller look.

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A creamy pencil in a soft rose shade to define and fill in your lips.

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A few last touches

Before you head out, a few small touches can make the look feel finished:

• Dab a little highlighter on the bridge of your nose and your Cupid's bow.
• Tuck a mini lip color and some blotting papers into your clutch.
• Mist your face lightly with a setting spray for a fresh finish.

Most of all, remember that the best date night makeup is the kind that lets you feel like yourself. Tuck the same lip color into your bag for touch-ups after dinner, wear what makes you smile, and have a wonderful evening.