# Glitter-Encrusted Eyelids Luscious Lips & Vivid Colors Create Picture-Perfect Editorials By Nika Kubiak | Published 2009-05-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensual-makeup-luciouse-lips-vivid-colors-creates-picture-perfect-editorial References: [ambergrayphotography](http://www.ambergrayphotography.com/) Superb makeup can take on an artistic form, creating a picture perfect photo. With saturated colors, [luscious lips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celestial-lip-gloss), eye-popping red, pink and with a dash of glitter, these images are a example of perfection and cleverly control art direction. These beautifully painted faces are the end result for the makeup artist who uses the face as a canvas for creation; it sets a tone for a very creative approach in the cosmetic industry. These photos tell a story of flawless beauty, at times reminding me of old [Hollywood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hollywood-beauty-icon-lipsticks) starlets and other times it’s a 70’s pop-art movement. This makeup is bright, smoky, sensual. It’s perfect! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Saturated Colors:** Opportunity for cosmetic brands to develop vibrant, highly pigmented products that create bold and eye-catching looks. - **Glitter Makeup:** Potential for cosmetic companies to capitalize on the trend of using glitter to add sparkle and drama to eye makeup looks. - **Artistic Makeup:** Innovation opportunity for makeup artists and cosmetic brands to push boundaries and create makeup looks that are reminiscent of art movements or old Hollywood glamour. ### Who This Affects Most - **Cosmetic Industry:** The cosmetic industry can leverage the trend of saturated colors and glitter makeup to develop new product lines and capture the attention of consumers seeking bold and artistic looks. - **Photography Industry:** Opportunity for photographers to collaborate with makeup artists and create visually stunning and captivating editorials that showcase the trend of glitter-encrusted eyelids and vibrant, luscious makeup looks. - **Fashion Industry:** Fashion designers can incorporate the trend of artistic makeup into their runway shows or campaigns to enhance their overall aesthetic and create visually impactful looks. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bedazzled High-End Makeup Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-2024-makeup.md) - [High-Impact Eye Crayons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sparklestik-eye-crayon.md) - [Iconic Touring Artist Makeup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/madonnas-makeup.md) - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md) - [Luminous Gloss-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miami-art-week.md) - [Intricate Fairytale-Like Makeup Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/four-essential-sets.md) - [Grungy Movie-Inspired Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/half-magic-beauty.md) - [Sculptural Beauty Palettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contour-and-highlight-palettes.md) - [Runway-Inspired Peel-Off Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-001-artistry-mask.md)