The Ultimate Blake Lively Makeup Guide

Blake Lively’s makeup looks are a thing to behold.

Blake Lively has been our absolute fashionable and beauty crush since Gossip Girl. She’s a gorgeous diva, a skilled actor, and a yummy mummy. Only a few people can pull off seductive, contoured cheeks, smokey eyes, and flawless bronzed skin with gorgeous blonde locks all at the same time, but Blake makes it look effortless.

Therefore, we decided to analyze the four signature makeup styles created by this beauty guru and the items utilized to produce them. If you are a big admirer of Blake’s eye-catching beauty looks, follow the steps in our tutorials to recreate them at home. Keep reading!

All About Blake Lively Makeup

Blake Lively’s approach to beauty emphasizes a blend of effortless natural looks and bold statements. This is what makes her a trendsetter in the makeup industry.

1. The Casual Look

Blake is a fashion icon. Blake has mixed eye-popping sultry, smokey eyes with pink lips for a sexy summer contrast. The new mother opted for a gorgeous burgundy Gucci gown at the premiere of Grace of Monaco in Cannes and completed her look with a high ponytail. The end result? A casual yet stunning look! Here is how to apply makeup.

Face

• Cleanse your face with an extremely gentle and light Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Oil.
• Once done, even out your skin with an oil-free formula Benefit ThePorefessionalPrimer to hide blemishes and for a long-lasting result.
• Now, contour your face with L’Oréal Glam Bronze Duo 101 Blonde Harmony bronzer. Start applying from the hollows of your cheeks towards your temples.
• For maintaining that healthy glow, dust a wash of soft rosy pink blusher like Maybelline Mineral Power Naturally Luminous Blush in Gentle Pink. This is the most natural and creates a beautiful, silky blush.

Eyes

• Blake enhanced her gorgeous eyes by opting for lighter berry tone eyeshadow. We prefer this creamy and rich Colour Riche Quads Disco Smoking eyeshadow from L’Oreal.
• She further extended her eyes’ shape by lining her lash line and waterline with L’Oreal Paris Infallible Silkissime Eyeliner in Black.
• For a stunning look, complete your eye makeup by lengthening your lashes. Apply two coats of Lancôme Définicils High Definitionmascara. The brush’s extra long bristles can save your time from curling too.

Lips

• For a natural makeup look, pucker up and complete the casual look with a light pink lip color, like Nars’Pago Pagoshimmering pink.

Hannah, a blogger, writes, “I love Blake Lively’s makeup, it is so fresh and glowy, so I decided to have a go for myself! (i)” Hannah embraced Blake’s casual lips and praised the overall effect, noting “Blake has a really glowy complexion and rosy cheeks…The rosy cheeks make the look youthful, and the lips keep it casual.”

Trivia

Blake Lively loves to keep her everyday eye makeup simple. In an interview, she said she loves to highlight the eyes with a little splash of turquoise on the inner rim.

2. The Neutral Office Look

If you want to know how to do light makeup, we will spill the beans! Blake Lively wears her bronze skin, blush tones and shimmer nude pinks to tap into the office’s hottest look. The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pantsactress contrasted her muted skin in a low-cut grey tank top and dazzling skirt from Burberry and completed her striking look with wavy hair and Christian Louboutin pumps.

Face

• Begin your skincare routine with an all natural and soothing cleanser. You can use Suki Exfoliate Foaming Cleanser.
• Now, apply a pore minimising primer like Benefit ThePorefessionalPrimer followed by a subtle highlighter contouring to hide blemishes and contour your picture perfect face.
• Next, dab a matte finish foundation, like Stila’s Natural Finish Oil-Free Makeup and blend it to match your skin tone.
• Once done, apply a wash of pink blush to the apples of your cheeks – we prefer Milani Baked Blush to deliver a rosy glow just like Blake did.

Eyes

• For Blake’s natural eyes, apply a light champagne eyeshadow on the eyelids, CoverGirl Eye Enhancers in Champagne.
• Follow this by defining and curling your lashes with Benefit They’re Real! Mascara.

Lips

• Apply a slick of natural shade like Colour Riche Extraordinaire In Rose Melodyto complete the look.

3. The Date Night Look

Want some evening makeup tips? Here is everything you need! Opt for classic Hollywood glamour á la Blake Lively, who smouldered at the premiere of Savages in a curve-hugging Zuhair Murad gown. The Gossip Girl actress pulled off a classic long, hand-embroidered black gown with nude tulle design to channel her look.

Follow our easy Blake Lively makeup tutorial…

Face

• For that head turning complexion, start with cleansing your face with a light and smooth cleanser, CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser.
• Once done, apply a primer, like Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer, to hide blemishes and add radiance to your skin.
• Now, dab a long-wear foundation, like Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer + Spf and blend it from the middle of your face to match your skin tone.
• Remember that the real trick in looking fresh and maintaining that healthy glow lies in a good blusher. So, apply a wash of soft colour to the apples of your cheeks – we recommend M.A.C. Cremeblend Blush and create a healthy flush.

Eyes

Blake has drawn attention to her eyes with a subtle shimmery shadow. To get her look…

• Apply L’Oréal’s Infallible Eyeshadow 02 Hourglass Beige eyeshadow to the base of your lids.
• Make sure you blend them fine towards your brow bone.
• Once done, use black gel eyeliner, Superliner Gel Eyeliner, and thin flick at the outer of your upper lash line and waterline.

Lips

• Complete the look with a swipe of Rimmel Lasting Finish Lip Stick Kate Moss Collection in red.

Did You Know?

Blake Lively’s favorite makeup look is easy and minimal: dewy skin, a neutral eye palette, mascara, and glossy nude or pink lips.

4. The Wedding Makeup Look

For a classic summer wedding look, opt for a princess-style gown and makeup like actress Blake Lively. The star contrasted her floor-length Michael Kors gown with Lorraine Schwart jewellery and simple bronze makeup.

Face

• After your cleansing and moisturising routine, apply a primer, like NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30 to clear and get perfect skin.
• Now, use your fingertips and evenly blend a long-wear bronzer across your cheeks, chin, nose and forehead to contour your skin. We prefer CK One Color Cream + Powder Bronzer Duo
• Apply a wash of Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blushto the apples of your cheeks. The blusher glides on easily and gives a natural looking skin.

Eyes

• For those subtle eyes, first line your lash line and waterline with a kohl pencil, Make Up For Ever Kohl Pencil.
• Follow this by blending your eyeshadow into the eyelids. For that smouldering finish apply a wash of metallicUrban Decay Neutral Eye Shadows, to the base of your eyelids.

Lips

• Pucker up your look with the head turning swipe of Colour Riche Extraordinaire 600 Nude Vibrato Lipstick.

Check out some of the fashion diva’s iconic red carpet moments to inspire your next makeup look in the next section. Read on!

Blake Lively’s Iconic Red Carpet Moments

Whether Blake is walking the red carpet at the Met Gala, a movie premiere, or a fashion event, she always turns heads. Her Met Gala looks are a testament to that. No wonder she was one of the co-chairs of the Met Gala 2022! Check out her looks here!

1. Met Gala 2018

Blake Lively featured a radiant complexion with bold burgundy lips, and smoky, golden eyes at the Met Gala 2018. She stunned in a custom Versace gown and completed the look with a gorgeous gold halo headpiece.

2. Cannes Film Festival 2016

At the 2016 Cannes Film Festival, Blake Lively went for a soft, luminous glow look with natural rosy cheeks, nude lips, and subtle smoky eyes. She paired the look with a shimmering gold Atelier Versace gown that hugged her figure in all the right places. With her hair styled in loose waves and flaunting minimal accessories, she allowed the dress to speak for itself.

3. Met Gala 2022

Blake Lively’s makeup had a bronzed base, complemented with some shimmery eyeshadow and soft pink lipstick. Her copper gown turned heads when it unfurled into a green patina, inspired by the Statue Of Liberty.

4. The Age Of Adaline Premiere 2015

For the premiere of this movie, Blake flaunted bold red lips and a defined cat-eye look. The red dress, with its voluminous skirt brought a timeless feel to the red carpet. Paired with diamond drop earrings and a bright red lip, Lively evoked the golden age of cinema.

5. Savages Premiere 2012

Blake sported a bronzed glow with nude lips and soft smoky eyes for the premier of Savages. She made headlines in a jaw-dropping Zuhair Murad couture gown. The nude dress featured intricate black beading and sheer panels and paired well with the daring theme of the film.

6. Met Gala 2017

Blake’s makeup look at the 2017 Met Gala was absolutely radiant. She flaunted a glowing complexion with golden eyeshadow, voluminous lashes, and a soft nude lip color. She stunned in a gold Versace gown adorned with turquoise feathers at the hem.

7. Vanity Fair Oscar Party 2014

At the 2014 Vanity Fair Oscar Party, Blake went for a smoky eyes look paired beautifully with nude lips. For her outfit she wore a figure-hugging black velvet dress by Gucci. The floor-length gown featured a plunging neckline and subtle beading along the shoulders.

Blake consistently delivers looks that are talked about long after the event. The best part about her red carpet style is that it continues to evolve, yet remains unmistakably her.

Part of what makes these outfits so flawless are her makeup looks. They always look on point because of the products she uses. If you want to recreate some of her makeup looks, here are the products you can use to achieve the best results.

Trending Products Inspired By Blake Lively’s Iconic Looks

Here are some beauty products that Blake Lively has used for her iconic looks, or that are similar to products she has used:

1. Burt’s Bees Beeswax Lip Balm

A hydrating lip balm made with natural ingredients

2. Caudalie Paris Beauty Elixir

A face mist that can help tighten pores, enhance complexion, and set makeup

3. L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Makeup Lash Paradise Mascara

A mascara that was used for Blake Lively’s Met Gala 2018 look

4. Charlotte Tilbury Bronzer

A bronzer that Blake Lively used for her Statue of Liberty-inspired look at the 2022 Met Gala

Using them correctly can help you get the look that you are aiming to recreate.

Infographic: 4 Iconic Blake Lively Makeup Looks

Blake Lively is one of those actresses who barely has any haters. While a lot can be attributed to her talent and the playful internet banter with her husband, her beauty is one that can rob most people of their breath. What makes her makeup stand out is her understanding of what works for her face and skin tone. We have summarized her iconic looks in a quick guide infographic below. Check it out now!

Illustration: StyleCraze Design Team

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some of Blake Lively’s favorite beauty products?

Blake Lively often mentions her love for beauty products like Lancôme mascaras and NARS blushes. This helps her achieve her signature fresh and glowy looks.

Does Blake Lively do her own makeup?

Blake Lively does her makeup and hair for a few events. She says she has learned a lot while working with world-class makeup artists who use elegant beauty products inspired by the latest beauty trends for all her events.

What type of eyes does Blake Lively have?

Blake Lively has hooded eyes.

What lipstick did Blake Lively wear to the Met Gala?

Blake Lively wore Charlotte Tilbury’s Matte Revolution lipstick in the shade Sexy Sienna for the Met Gala in 2022.

Illustration: The Ultimate Blake Lively Makeup Guide

Image: Dall·E/StyleCraze Design Team

Are you a big fan of Blake Lively’s signature look? Get all the essential tips to look flawlessly beautiful with this easy step-by-step makeup tutorial.

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