Whether it is concealer for men or sweatproof foundation for gym-going laddies, the September 2017 makeup trends reveal that the cosmetics industry is becoming far more inclusive. This means that groups of consumers previously ignored by beauty brands -- such as men and women with active lifestyles -- are now seeing a greater range of products tailored to their needs.
Perhaps the biggest shift in the beauty industry is the release of makeup for men. While the selection of products available to male beauty buffs is still fairly small, brands such as Menaji and L'Oréal have begun recognizing this long overlooked demographic.
Beyond men, the September 2017 makeup trends also highlight other niche groups that are finally getting the products they've been looking for. The best example is athletic women, who now have the choice to wear makeup to the gym that won't smudge or fade thanks to brands such as HIIT Cosmetics.
Top 35 Makeup Ideas in September
From Male-Targeted Concealers to Athletic Sweatproof Makeup:
Katherine Pendrill — Sep 27, 2017 — Fashion
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Backup Battery Makeup Mirrors
The Pearl Battery Pack Compact Mirrors Have a 3,000mAH Battery
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Blue Glimmer Lipsticks
Kat Von D Beauty's Glimmer Veil Lipstick in 'REVERB' Has Long-lasting Wear
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Kaleidoscopic Lip Kits
This Clarins Lip Product Packaging Offers a Fun Way to Find a Match
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Pill-Sized Lipstick Sets
Winky Lux's Mini Lip Pill Kit Offers a Different Color for Every Weekday
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Athletic Sweatproof Makeup
HIIT Cosmetics is a New Makeup Line for Active Women
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Magical Necklace-Inspired Makeup Brushes
Cookie Dough Deco Launched a Line of Harry Potter Brushes
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Mermaid-Inspired Makeup Collections
Wet n Wild's Midnight Mermaid Collection is Full of Metallics
28
Cotton Candy-Inspired Cosmetics
This Celebratory Kylie Cosmetics Birthday Collection is Feminine
27
Vegan Smudge-Proof Mascaras
Urban Decay's Troublemaker Mascara Lengthens and Adds Volume to Lashes
26
Charcoal-Infused Makeup Brushes
This Sephora Collection Makeup Brush Has Antibacterial Features
25
Influencer-Branded Cosmetics
Benefit's Beauty Stowaway Set Features Social Media Icons
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Millennial-Inspired Concealers
The No Filter Concealer is the First Skin Item from ColourPop
23
Fantasy Series Makeup Brushes
The New Game of Thrones Makeup Brushes Bring Fantasy to Life
22
Male-Centered Cosmetics Counters
L'Oreal UK Revealed That Male Beauty Counters are in the Future
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Male-Targeted Concealers
Menaji's CAMO Makeup Concealer for Men is Simple to Apply
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Rapper-Influenced Lipstick Launches
The New MAC Nicki Minaj Line Boasts a Range of Stunning Nudes
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Natural Cruelty-Free Cosmetics
This New Burt's Bees Makeup Collection Nourishes the Skin
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Blurring Millennial Makeup
Milk Makeup's 'Blur Liquid Matte Foundation' Softens the Look of Pores
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Expanded Celebrity Skincare Lines
Madonna's MDNA Collection Will Soon Be Available in the USA
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Inclusive Drugstore Makeup
'Maybelline X Shayla' Aims to Make Mainstream Makeup More Inclusive
15
Eyebrow Makeup Kits
Benefit's 'Foolproof Brow Powder' Packages Boast Dual Shades
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90s Supermodel-Curated Cosmetics
These Kate Moss Makeup Favorites are Comprised in One Kit
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Plumping Lip Primers
The New Sara Happ Plump & Prime Lip Treatment Makes Lips Look Airbrushed
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Desert-Inspired Makeup Palettes
The Newest Huda Beauty Palette is Dubbed 'Desert Dusk'
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Holographic Highlighting Powders
Milk Makeup's New Highlighter Offers a Multi-Dimensional Look
10
Hypoallergenic Vegan Lip Balms
The New EOS Crystals are Packed with Five Nourishing Oils
9
Illuminating Rainbow Highlighters
Maybelline's Master Fairy Highlight Creates a Prismatic Glow
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Glamorous Collaborative Makeup Campaigns
This New Mac Campaign Was Devised with Taraji P. Henson
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Exclusive Nude Makeup Crayons
The New Nudestix Collection Boasts Pretty Hues of Pink of Brown
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Disney Themed Lip Tints
The Face Shop's Watery Tints Come in a Variety of Colors
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Rebooted Concealer Collections
Benefit Cosmetics Has Added New Products to its Boi-ing Line
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Guru-Influenced Inclusive Foundations
Jackie Aina Will Help to Create New Too Faced Foundations
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R&B Legend-Inspired Cosmetics
The New MAC Aaliyah Collection Was Pushed by an Online Petition
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Expansive Blush Palettes
Tarte's Blush Book Palette Includes Seven Blush Shades and a Highlighter
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Anime-Branded Lip Balms
This Hello Kitty Lip Cream is an Adorable Way to Stay Moisturized
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Estée Lauder x Ladurée Partner for Sensorial Makeup
High-End Beauty Campaigns
The La Beauté Louis Vuitton Campaign Debuts With a Bold Vision
Gen X Beauty Campaigns
Bluemercury's Up Next Campaign Celebrates Women 40+
National Holiday Marketing Campaigns
Revlon Debuted a Month-Long National Lipstick Day Celebration
Luxury Beauty Brand Launches
La Beauté Louis Vuitton Unveils a New Era of Luxury Beauty
Digital Makeup Zines
MAC Cosmetics is Reviving MACzine, Digitally, for a New Generation
Luxurious Nude Lipstick Lines
Christian Dior Debuts Its 2025 Addict Nudes N'Roses Collection
Playful Cosmetic Collections
The Clinique x Crayola Collaboration Makes Makeup Feel Fun Again
Seasonal Shopping Occasions
Sephora Canada Spotlights Must-Haves for the Sephora Savings Event
Science-Led Teen Skincare
Teen Beauty Brand indu is Stepping Away from Makeup to Focus on Skincare
Vibrant Upscale Makeup Collections
Chanel's Spring 2025 Makeup Capsule Boasts Unexpected Pairings
Intricately Exquisite Beauty Collections
The Christian Dior Summer 2025 Makeup Collection is Chic
Empowering Makeup Brand Campaigns
JuJu Watkins Stars in NYX Professional Makeup’s New Campaign
AR-Powered Makeup Experiences
NYX Professional Makeup Beauty Bestie 2.0 is Available on Snapchat
Influencer-Approved Beauty Brands
Mikayla Nogueira’s Point of View Beauty Focuses on Makeup Prep
Play-Centered Color Cosmetics
Trouble Maker Makeup Delivers Fun & Affordability to Gen Zalpha
High-End Skin Essentials Collections
Christian Dior Delivers a Strategic Evolution in Luxe Beauty
Versatile Beauty-Enthusiast-Approved Products
L’Oréal Paris Spotlights its Trending Must-Haves
Essential Skincare Sets
Merit’s New A/W 2025 Sets Bring Limited Shades and Travel-Sized Essentials
Celeb Beauty Brand Expansions
Lady Gaga's Haus Labs Expands to Asia-Pacific Via Sephora
Waterless Functional Makeup Debuts
LIXR Beauty Launched at Sephora in the U.S. and Canada
Cushion Compact Revivals
TirTir Launches the 'Mask Fit Red Cushion'
Long-Lasting Liquid Eyeshadow Collections
Armani Beauty Has Expanded Its Eye Tint Collection
Premium Private Label Cosmetics
Sainsbury's the Edit Comes in 17 Affordable Formulations
Gamified Beauty Pop-Ups
The Players' Lounge Pop-Up by NARS Spotlights Complexion Products
Global Beauty Campaigns
L’Oréal Marks World Refill Day With a Global Campaign
Accessible Makeup Palettes
Shine Foundation and Cheekbone Beauty are Filling a Beauty Industry Gap
Gamified Shade-Matching Activations
Rare Beauty and Sephora Launched the True to Myself Match Up
Pride-Supporting Cosmetic Campaigns
Sephora and Haus Labs by Lady Gaga Partnered for Pride Month
Thematic Holiday Makeup Lines
NYX Unveiled its Treat-Inspired Holiday 2025 Collection
Creator-Led Style Collabs
MAC Cosmetics and Depop are Reintroducing Gen Z Shoppers to Lipstick
Wishlist-Spotlighting Billboards
Sephora Canada Features Customer Wishlists on Holiday Billboards
Jam-Inspired Beauty Products
Korean Beauty Brand dearcloud™ Embraces Current Viral Makeup Trends
Noir-Inspired Luxury Cosmetic Collections
Chanel Debuts the Alluring Rouge Noir Collection
Next-Gen Moisturizing Cosmetics
Make Up For Ever Super Boost Appeals to Gen Alpha and Gen Z
Vibrant Makeup Advents
The 'little X-MAS WONDER Advent Calendar' Contains 24 Pieces
Curated On-The-Go Beauty Sets
Sephora Launches The Sephora Favorites MVP Kit and The Courtside Kit
Bird-Inspired Ethereal Cosmetic Collections
Guerlain's Fall 2025 Majestic Feathers Line is Chic
Men's Personal Care Rebrands
Every Man Jack Transforms Its Brand & Launches the Premium Collection
Basktball Athlete-Approved Makeup Ranges
NYX Professional Makeup Taps Lauren Betts
4-In-1 Concealer Launches
IT Cosmetics’ NEW Do It All Concealer Offers Crease-Free Coverage
Springtime-Themed Cosmetics Collections
The Tree Hut Spring Collection Has New Products and Scents
Makeup-Friendly SPF Mists
Ultra Violette’s SPF Reapplication Mist Tops Up Protection on Demand
Post-Summer Skincare Campaigns
Rodan + Fields' Back to Skin Inspires a Seasonal Reset
Rewards-Based Beauty Devices
Sephora Expanded its Rewards Catalog With High Tech Skincare Tools
Skin Health Cosmetic Products
These New Neutrogena Skincare and Makeup Launches are Beneficial
Feel-Good Lip Products
Serotonin Beauty Makes Products for Self-Expression
Video Game-Inspired Makeup Ranges
The Pat McGrath Labs x Candy Crush Saga Range is Limited-Edition
Celebrity-Led Skincare
Dua Lipa Debuts Her Skincare Brand DUA with High-Performance Formulas
Contemporary Asian Cosmetics Retailers
SUKOSHI is Opening Its Biggest Location in New York City
Dermatologist-Founded Skincare Brand Expansions
Fig.1 Beauty Has Launched on Sephora
High-End Holiday Makeup Capsules
The Chanel Holiday 2025 Makeup Line Explores the Flamboyant Sky
Color-Changing Beauty Sticks
Sephora Collection's Color Twisters Change Upon Lip or Cheek Contact
Affordable Performance Cosmetics
Sona Cosmetics Delivers "Makeup Without the Markup"
Skin-Caring Cosmetics
Versed Makeup Introduces Color Cosmetics That are Beneficial for Skin
Athletic Beauty Collabs
Rematch Debuts a Cosmetics Partnership a Sportswear Giant
Nostalgia-Driven Makeup Launches
The Huda Beauty Strawberry Latte Collection is Y2K-Inspired
Beauty Brand-Sponsored Sports Events
Maybelline New York Becomes WNBA's Official Beauty Partner
Cream Beauty Compacts
Laura Geller Beauty Debuts Best of the Best Cream Full Face Basics Palette
Functional Mini Cosmetics
MGA’s Miniverse Make It Mini Makeup Features Tiny, Pigmented Products
Bold Beauty Campaigns
IPSY Reframes Beauty as a Hobby with the 'I Play Beauty' Campaign
Floral High-End Makeup Capsules
Chanel Boasts Its Camélia Futura Makeup Collection This Summer
All-Asian Beauty Campaigns
Maybelline Face the Difference Features 40 Asian Pacific Trailblazers
Minimal Makeup Products
e.l.f. Unveils the Soft Glam Concealer & Corrector Launching in December
Satirical Skincare Campaigns
Sephora Launches 'Skin Obsessed' Campaign with Taika Waititi
Multi-Use Matte Cosmetics
MAC Cosmetics’ Multisculpt Matte is for the Eyes and Face
Non-Crease-Proof Eyeshadows
Fara Homidi Beauty's Essential Eye Collection Achieves a Lived-In Look
Multipurpose Beauty Crayons
Make Up For Ever's Artist Color Crayon Sticks Add Color with a Swipe
Fashion Brand Cosmetic Collections
Juicy Couture Beauty Products Come in a Variety of Options
Beauty-Backed Sports Teams
First Aid Beauty is Supporting the Olympic & Paralympic USA Teams
Shoppable Beauty Routine Apps
BeautyShelf Helps Users Discover Authentic Recommendations
Color-Centric Makeup Experiences
e.l.f Beauty's color e.l.f.nalysis Suggests Flattering Shades
Fashion Week Beauty Partnerships
L'Oréal Paris Secured Copenhagen Fashion Week Makeup Exclusivity
Luxurious Beauty Collections
The Louis Vuitton La Beauté Collection is Chic and Artistic
Effortless Skincare Campaigns
Garnier's De-Glaze My Makeup with Me Pokes Fun at Beauty Fads
Eye Makeup Product Releases
Yves Rocher’s Botanical Eye Essentials Channel Spring Beauty
Youthful Hair Mists
Mane is Launching Scented Hair & Body Mists for Millennials & Gen Z
Comprehensive Affordable Beauty Ranges
Suave Strives to Be Affordable Yet Effective
Spoof Cosmetics Campaigns
Milani's America’s Next Top Primer Revisits 2000 Reality TV
Limited-Edition Spooky Makeup Collections
Annabelle Cosmetics is Gearing Up for Halloween
Myth-Busting Skincare Campaigns
indu is Helping Teen Boys Better Care for Their Skin
Canadian-Specific Beauty Creator Programs
Sephora Canada Introduced its 'Sephora Squad Canada'
Sheer Second-Skin Enhancers
No Makeup Makeup's No Fragrance Fragrance Applies FlexScent Technology
Fingerprint Application Tools
Real Techniques Introduces Finger-Mimicking Makeup Applicators
Edgy Cruelty-Free Cosmetics
Barry M Beauty's Rebrand Embraces Its Rebellious Roots
Long-Wear Makeup Retail Expansions
SACHEU's Product Line is Now Available in Target
Skin-Loving Cruelty-Free Cosmetics
Lush's New Skincare-Makeup is Nourishing & Multitasking
Comedy Horror Cosmetics
The NYX Cosmetics x Wednesday Collection Creates Fun, Dark Designs
South Asia-Influenced Cosmetics Brands
Just B Cosmetics Champions Bold Beauty and Inclusivity
Metallics-Forward Makeup Capsules
Morphe Debuts the Dazzling Metallics Collection at Ulta
Korean Color Cosmetics Assortments
I'm Meme Debuts a Curated Assortment at Target
Fragrance Shopping Events
Sephora Introduced its 'Fragrance For All Event' for Last Minute Gifting
Heart-Themed Makeup Collections
ColourPop Debuts its 'Heart to Get Valentine’s Day Collection'
Empowering Menopause Magazines
The Menopause Edit by Nutrafol Destigmatizes a Normal Life Change
Customizable Makeup Cases
Julia Dantas Debuts 411 Cosmetics
Concealer-Inspired Lip Glosses
Huda Beauty's LightCealer, MidCealer & RichCealer Revive Y2K Style
Comprehensive Personal Care Lines
Suave Launches a New Personal Care Line for Women, Men, and Kids
Harmonious Eyeshadow Combinations
'Palettes of Beautifying Eye Trends' Celebrates Beauty Moments
Musician-Supported Beauty Campaigns
The Revlon Be Unforgettable Campaign Enlists Megan Moroney
Sun-Inspired Luxurious Beauty Lines
Hermès Boasts the Les Façons Makeup Capsule
Elegant Holiday Beauty Kits
U BEAUTY Has Curated a Collection of Five Distinct Skincare Kits
Athlete-Led Marketing Strategies
Forta Cosmetics Uses Athlete Network to Launch Its Setting Spray
Peach-Inspired Makeup Series
ColourPop Launches the ‘Sweet Peach’ Collection as Color of the Month
Celebratory Midlife Campaigns
The Stripes Beauty Hotter Than Ever Destigmatizes Menopause
Curated Canadian Beauty Sets
The Beauty Edit Vol. 1 Showcases Canada’s Indie Beauty Talent
Light Long-Wear Foundations
Maybelline Introduced its 'Super Stay Lumi-Matte Foundation'
Male Fragrance Expansions
Lynx Fine Fragrance Redefined Masculine Grooming with Premium Scents
Affordable Makeup Offers
Maybelline New York Drops its Black Friday Deals Ahead of the Holidays
Comedian-Supported Antiperspirant Campaigns
Hannah Berner Spotlights Dove's New Range
Color-Matching Beauty Devices
The BoldHue Starter Kit Makes Persoanlized Foundation in Minutes
Essential Eyeshadow Palettes
Rare Beauty Launches the Essential Neutrals Palette
Refillable Skincare Lineups
Fig.1 Beauty Emphasizes Sustainability in Its Packaging
Canadian Beauty Company Rebrands
Vasanti Cosmetics Unveils a Rebrand and New Beauty Innovations
Tinted Undereye Cosmetics
Storied Beauty Releases its Debut Product, CONCEALED Tinted Eye Cream
Digital Makeup Meeting Features
The Google Meet Makeup Feature Helps a User Get Camera-Ready
Month-Long Beauty Pop-Ups
Revlon Canada Celebrates National Lipstick Day with an Exclusive Pop-Up
Empowering Cosmetic Campaigns
The Revlon Be Unforgettable Campaign Reinterprets a Brand Tagline
Beauty Entrepreneurship Incubators
Estée Lauder Companies Expanded Its India Innovation Initiative
Shade-Matching Pop-Ups
Sculpted by Aimee's Base Camp Tour Recommends the Best Shade & Formula
Cushion Foundation Expansions
Banila Co Launches Covericious Ultimate Cover Cushion in the U.S.
Effortless Minimalist Makeup Products
No Makeup Makeup® Introduces a New Blush & Lip Color
Celebratory Beauty Expansion Campaigns
KimChiChic Beauty Celebrates Its Inclusion in Ulta
Celebrity Makeup Artist-Backed Brands
Patrick Ta Beauty Enters Sephora Middle East
Beauty Discovery Cosmetic Collections
Trouble Maker Cosmetics are Arriving at Superdrug in the UK
Buildable Beauty Balms
CoverGirl TurBlend Skin Enhancer Balms Offer Buildable Color
Modern Beauty Agencies
Base Beauty Defines Itself as the Agency for Modern Beauty
Professional Masterclass Tours
Sephora and Mario Dedivanovic are Expanding Beauty Education
Nostalgic Beauty Campaigns
Dove's #UnseenBeauty Initiative Challenges Y2K Beauty Standards
Age-Based Discounts
Laura Geller Beauty Celebrated National Mature Women's Day with a Unique Promo
Athlete Empowerment Programmes
Chanel Launches the CC League Programme for Athlete Development
AI Beauty Apps
Refresh App Combines Hair, Makeup and Styling in One AI Platform
Hybrid Makeup Pens
Annabelle Cosmetics Introduces the Bigshow Multi-Use Eyeshadow Pen
Pregnancy-Safe Beauty Campaigns
Well People Spotlighted Clean Products for Mother's Day & Beyond
Musician-Supported Skincare Brands
Setú® Skincare for Men Partners with Gigi Méndez
Personalized Beauty Planners
Makeup Playbook Helps Create, Share, and Explore Beauty Routines
High-Precision Beauty Lines
Daily Life Forever52 is Launching the Backstage Essential Collection
High-Performance Solid Cosmetics
Groupe GM Introduces Solid Labs for Solid Cosmetic Production
Luxurious Beauty Launches
La Beauté Louis Vuitton Debuted with Refillable Makeul and Artful Design
Soccer-Inspired Makeup Patch Designs
United States Soccer Federation Partners with Fazit
Skincare-Infused Long-Wear Foundations
Estée Lauder Revamps Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation