Latte makeup had TikTok in a chokehold, and for good reasons, it’s absolutely stunning. It’s simple, flawless makeup to accentuate your facial features without doing the most. It’s a reincarnation of the natural, bronzed look that was very popular in the 90s.
This type of minimal makeup is inspired by the colors of a delicious latte. Who could possibly be mad at that? The answer is Brown girls – yeah, I said it! While latte makeup looks amazing on anyone olive-complected and lighter, it can go ashy on richer complexions, so women of color needed espresso makeup to enter the building.
(Lighter complexions can absolutely still wear espresso makeup, however, it will give a much sultrier, smokier effect than latte makeup.)
Much like its predecessor, espresso makeup is inspired by the popular, highly caffeinated treat of the same name. The only difference is that the shades used for this look are predominantly brown. Espresso makeup can easily transition from summer to fall because of its earth-toned color palette. You can use a variation of cool, warm, and neutral tones. There are so many beautiful earthy shades, making this trend extremely versatile.
Espresso looks can be elevated from day to night by using deeper shades and saturating colors. You can add dimension by putting a gloss on the eyes, lips, or cheeks – don’t be afraid to play. I took a shot at an espresso makeup look, and honestly, I’m in love! Here are some of the products that I used to look like a bronzed goddess.
Foundation – Too Faced Born This Way
Concealer – Glamazon Beauty
Eyeshadow – Makeup by Mario Master Mattes
Lipliner – CTZN Cosmetics Lipstroke
Lipstick – Mented Cosmetics
Bronzer – Charlotte Tilbury
Espresso makeup is the perfect go-to look for women of color. It can be worn to the office, into a nightclub, and everything in between. Let us know what you think of this look after you’ve given it a try!
