Beauty and self-care go hand in hand as we recover from the after-effects of the global pandemic. After nearly two years of keeping ourselves socially distanced from everyone, the new year brings perspective, hope, and optimism. When it comes to beauty, the world has progressed exponentially – beauty is much more than just cosmetic makeup and fashionable clothes. Beauty has turned into a way of life where men and women cater to the wellbeing of their skin and health. Let’s take a look at the ten most popular beauty trends of 2021.
1. Masks and Peels
Thanks to the pandemic keeping us locked inside our houses, the demand for at-home masks and peels skyrocketed, and skincare companies have set out to provide products that will give us spa-like treatments at home.
2. Hair-Care Begins With The Scalp
More and more people are becoming aware of their scalp’s health, and treatments related to the scalp are entering the mainstream. LED Hair Masks are becoming more prevalent, and beauty experts believe that more holistic hair-care products will be hitting the market.
3. Gua Sha Stones and Jade Rollers
Give your skin royalty treatment with the growing trend of using gua sha stones and jade rollers to sculpt your face. These tools help with blood circulation in the face and allow skincare products to absorb correctly.
4. Celebrity Beauty Brands
“Fenti Beauty” by Rihanna and “KYLIE Cosmetics” by Kylie Jenner are just two brands that have become household names all over the US. Not only do they have makeup products, but celebrities have started launching skincare lines that give you smooth, radiant, and glowing skin.
5. Feathered Eyebrows
With each passing decade, the shape of ideal brows keeps changing. The new decade started with bold and darkened eyebrows, but with 2021 coming to an end, the hottest eyebrow trend is the feathered style of brows – slightly wispy and light
6. Inclusivity
Beauty is all about feeling good and confident in your skin – regardless if you’re a man, woman, or non-binary, beauty is meant for everyone, and 2021 was all about inclusivity. Major brands have launched unisex skincare and a line of beauty products that suits all skin types and genders.
7. Cream-Based Formula
Forget powdered cosmetics; 2021 is all about cream-based formulas and the dewy application of the product. Matte finish is so 2010 – get your hands on cream eye shadows, cream tints, and more.
8. Dramatic Eyeliner
Unleash your inner diva with bold and eccentric eyeliners. Step away from the traditional black liners, add a burst of color to your look with bright and colorful eyeliners.
9. The Bad-Good Haircut
The pandemic brought lots of questionable hair decisions – like chopping your bangs yourself, growing out a mullet, or even going bald. There is no such thing as going “too” overboard. After all, nobody gets to dictate your style.
10. Go Retro with Scarves
Bandanas are back, and they are as chic as ever. An ode to the classic look of the 70s, this year brought scarves back in style. Whether it’s a monochrome scarf or patterned, a scarf is a perfect accessory to elevate your style in 2021.
Have more questions? If so, contact the experts at Missouri College of Cosmetology.