13 Beauty Trends to Look Forward to in 2016

Heavy contouring is out, y'all.

21 March, 2018
13 Beauty Trends to Look Forward to in 2016

Contouring had a huge moment in 2015 — remember clown contouring and henna contouring? — but the pendulum is going in the other direction in 2016. Makeup is going to go au naturel. Read on for 13 beauty trends you can look forward to next year.

1. Smoky Eyes: Sexy, smoky eyes aren't going anywhere anytime soon. Neither are cat eyes, but they are taking a more subtle approach this coming year. Joan Smalls nails the look below with a baby smoky eye that accentuates her eye shape ~flawlessly~.

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/_pY7cvPFX_/?taken-by=joansmalls" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

2. Glittery Lids: Adding a little glitter to your lids seems to be the way to amp up your makeup look in 2016, according to the looks shown at Delpozo and Baja East. Here, Soo Joo Park and nail artist Madeline Poole shows you how to do it subtly but classy (just in time for New Years Eve!).

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/_pYS4Wq6Az/?taken-by=soojmooj" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/9hqSAavGyi/?taken-by=mpnails" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

3. Brushed-Up Brows: The "Pinterest Brow" is taking a backseat in 2016, making room for easier-going arches that are effortlessly brushed-up and feathery, like Taylor Hill's.

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/-_nMmJtpJL/?taken-by=taylor_hill" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/7Wg-BZpmGE/?taken-by=zendaya" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

4. Bold, Beautiful Lips: Neutral and classic shades like crimson, pinks, deep burgundies, and ​gorgeous nudes are rising to the top this year, pushing crazy lipstick shades like cobalt blue to the wayside.

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/_mhg7pP35J/?taken-by=lilyaldridge" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/91p5sVvw8l/?taken-by=beyonce" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

5. Perfectly (and Normally) Lined Pouts: Prepare to kiss the Kylie Lip Challenge goodbye in 2016 because it's all about embracing what you've got.

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/_RsasHDCaN/?taken-by=gigihadid" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/_CMa0iDCQq/?taken-by=gigihadid" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

6. A Gorgeous Glow: Strobing got a little out of hand in 2016, so a good way to reel it in in is with a healthy glow that gives your skin a subtle sheen rather than a bright spotlight on your skin. Pat a little clear lip gloss on the high points of your cheekbones, the bridge of your nose, and your eyelids for an instant glow.

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/_PdvecnFAE/?taken-by=jastookes" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

7. Subtle Contouring: Skip clown contouring this year and instead, "spot treat" your face by choosing one area to accentuate, like your cheekbones, jawline, or nose rather than all three, so you look more naturally contoured. Even Kylie told Cosmopolitan.com she's going to be toning it down in 2016, so there you go: the contour Queen has spoken.

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/98u38eDo-z/?taken-by=kendalljenner" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/21EzYnjox1/?taken-by=kendalljenner" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >

8. Perfectly Pink Cheeks: Going for a subtly amped up flush will always make you look instantly fresh-faced and like you got 12 hours of sleep. Sign. Me. Up. The trick? Applying the blush on your cheekbones and blending into the hollows of your cheeks to mimic where little kids naturally get pink in the face.

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/-zMFAaS2Vd/?taken-by=emrata" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

9. Tailored Nails: Coffin and bubble nails had their moment in 2015, but it's all about a more natural shape in 2016 — whether you keep your tips short or a touch on the longer side.

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/-_qt0GxL1s/?taken-by=jinsoonchoi" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/7u_Fe4EdxR/?taken-by=misspopnails" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

10. Fierce, Unexpected French Tips: Sure, your average thin (not thick!) French tip is still classy, but this year take your nail art game to the next level, creating a new twist on the French tip like the below.

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/7aO-_oxL9W/?taken-by=jinsoonchoi" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/7iPaaJvUor/?taken-by=nailitmag" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/73_Yw0vG-K/?taken-by=mpnails" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/9uIYVwEd3C/?taken-by=misspopnails" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

11. Accessorized Strands: The don't-care cool-girl look is still very much in, but this year it's all about sporting effortless styles adorned with an accessory or two — which was evident at shows like Rodarte, DVF, Michael Kors.

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/_YREh6we5_/?taken-by=officialrodarte" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/7ligH5g9RL/?taken-by=dvf" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

12. Chic, Short Hair: In case you haven't noticed, long bobs are taking over one celebrity at a time — and the cropped cut is showing zero signs of slowing down. This year, you might be so inclined to add bangs into the mix.

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/_pJupknj1b/?taken-by=songofstyle" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/_qEDA9BRt4/?taken-by=khloekardashian" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/-pWp20DtPI/?taken-by=jennaldewan" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

13. Braids, Twists, and Ponytails Galore: Braids, twists, and ponytails will never go out of style, but this year, they're going to be done in an unconventional way. Take the two-strand twist at Public School for example. It's simple to execute, but looks super sophisticated. Or the ribbon-fastened chocker that secured a low pony at Dior and bow-tied tail at Oscar de la Renta.

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/7u64p6jQih/?taken-by=publicschoolnyc" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/8dR6dmJuwp/?taken-by=dior" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​

[instagram ]https://instagram.com/p/_mo4wpDuZ1/?taken-by=oscardelarenta" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);" >​


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Credit: Cosmopolitan
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