26 Monochromatic Makeup Looks That Are Far From Basic (2024)

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Monochromatic makeup may seem basic—after all, the look only requires one color—but it's far from it. The trend has evolved in recent years, and today's take is incredibly elevated and versatile. From the red carpet to our social feeds, we've seen tons of proof that you can play with a single color on your eyes, lips, and cheeks and create an unbelievably striking look. Need some inspo? Ahead, we've sourced 26 stunning monochromatic makeup looks you'll want to try.

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Warm Brown Tones

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Lori Harvey often sports a monochrome brown makeup look. The two-tone glossy lips and neutral eyeshadow complement each other so well. Her bronzy contour adds striking definition to her face.

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Soft Peach

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Peach is a popular color for monochromatic makeup looks. For this look, you can use a matte peach blush on your eyes and cheeks. Finish with a slightly poppier lip to add some dimension to the look.

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Bold Blush

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We've never turned down an opportunity to wear as much blush as possible, and you shouldn't either. A colorful blush applied to the eyes and apples of the cheeks instantly gives your complexion a flushed, healthy glow. Cream formulas can be layered and blended onto the skin to enhance the intensity of the color. Pur Cosmetics Silky Tint Creamy Multitasking Stick ($26) is an excellent product to use for a monochromatic moment.

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Shades of Nude

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Nude monochromatic makeup can be interpreted in many ways. This iteration uses similar light brown tones on the lips and eyes. Adding a bit of bronze to the cheeks and eyes takes the look up a notch.

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Minimal Monochrome

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Monochromatic makeup can be as natural or bold as you want it to be. This look utilizes soft, earthy tones to get the message across, suitable for anyone who wants to wear a minimal monochromatic look.

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Blushing Beauty

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Alix Earle is no stranger to trending makeup looks; her blushed-out monochromatic makeup is one shining example. Saie Beauty Dew Blush ($25) in Baby is a liquid blush you can apply to both eyes and cheeks to emulate this look.

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Doll Face

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This summer-ready look is one we'll be recreating often. The subtly metallic pink lips, rosy lids, and heavily blushed cheeks are gorgeous. The liner applied to the outer corners of the eye and super voluminous lashes are the perfect finishing touches to this doll-like glam.

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Ethereal Peach

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Keep your monochromatic makeup feeling ethereal with luminous skin and natural tones. The same peachy hue is used on the cheeks and lips—it's also blended into the eye crease for some added definition.

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Subtle Monochrome

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Consider this a subtler take on Lori Harvey's bold bronze glam. With this look, the cheeks are lightly contoured, and the lips are extra glossy.

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Glossy Highlight

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There's nothing better than a perfectly placed highlight, especially when the light hits it just right. Juicy shimmery tones are woven throughout this monochromatic makeup look—from the cheekbones to the lips.

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Fresh and Flushed

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On the days you want to wear an easy-breezy makeup look, opt for something like this. This fresh, flushed look features a dusting of pink on the cheeks and eyes. A light coat of sheer pink gloss completes the look.

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Beautiful Bronze

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Add a touch of bronze to your monochromatic makeup look this spring and summer. It instantly makes any eye color pop and is a welcomed addition to the cheeks and lips. Tight-lining the eyes with a black liner gives the warm look an edge.

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Dreamy Pink

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There's no shortage of pink makeup looks you can create. Applying light pink on your cheeks, lips, and eyes gives this one-color look the dreamiest aesthetic.

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All The Pink

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For a look like this, apply a pink powder blush to the eyes and apples of the cheeks, followed by the pink lip of your choice. Patrick Ta's Major Headlines Double Take Créme & Powder Blush Duo ($38) in She's Giving can help recreate this look.

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Sharp Eyes

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Elevate your monochromatic pink makeup look by adding a cat eye. Add a liquid or waterproof black pencil liner to the top and inner rims of the eyes, extending it outward to create a sharp wing. Finish with the lip of your choosing, and if you're feeling extra fancy, a set of false lashes.

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Everyday Beauty

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A warm rose is the perfect hue for the single-shade makeup trend. Apply it to your lips, eyes, and cheeks to create a sophisticated look that can be worn day to night.

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Draped Monochrome

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Make even more of a statement with your monochromatic makeup look by draping color across your cheeks and temples. The placement of the deep purple blush feels very retro. Complete the look with a matte lip—apply a deeper color on the perimeter and a lighter one in the center.

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Glossy Girl

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What's better than monochromatic makeup? A glossy monochromatic look. Add visual interest to your look by using a touch of face gloss on your eyes, cheeks, and lips. LH Cosmetics' Glowerizer ($35) can add an instant touch of sheen and glow.

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Edgy Rust

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Warm rust tones paired with black eyeliner create a monochromatic, edgy makeup look. Once you've applied your eye and lip color, finish with a liner like Victoria Beckham Beauty's Satin Kajal Eyeliner ($32) in Black.

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Monochrome Stain

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If you have freckles, you can enhance them by adding a bit of color to your cheeks and lips. A multipurpose stain like the Huda Beauty Lip Blush Cream Lip & Cheek Stain ($25) in Rosy Kiss can help you get the look.

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Pink Glow

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There's no such thing as too much pink. This glowing pink look features a beautiful wash of blush on the cheeks and a sheer swipe of gloss on the lips. In the sunlight, the flushed makeup look really shines.

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Sweet Milk Chocolate

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This monochromatic milk chocolate makeup look on Ashley Graham is chic and sultry; we are swooning over the smoky eye. Makeup By Mario's Master Mattes Eyeshadow Palette ($50) will help you recreate this chocolate brown look.

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Frosty Orange

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Frosty orange glam feels very of the moment. Pair your sheer, sparkly orange eyeshadow with a glossy peach lip to create the perfect look.

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Mauve Moments

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It's all about the eyes and lips here. Use a mauve shade on your lips and eyes—like Danessa Myricks' Colorfix ($20) in Latte.

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Pretty in Pink

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Gigi Hadid looks pretty in pink. Her cheeks and eyes are draped in a sheer light pink shade, while her glossy lip is a slightly deeper hue. The resulting look is fresh, fun, and absolutely fantastic.

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Cool Orange

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Sydney Sweeney is making a case for wearing cool orange makeup. Her soft peach lips and blush are the perfect pair, while her shimmery nectarine eyeshadow adds a fun touch to the look.