An Easy Guide to Achieving the Early 2000s Makeup Look

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An Easy Guide To The Early 2000s Makeup Look

Glossed up for 2000s party

Aliza Darwajkar

Frosty eyelids and skinny brows – what screams early 2000s more than that? This era of makeup holds a special place in my heart. From Poo's iconic frosty eye makeup in Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham to Blair Waldorf's glossed up lips in Gossip Girl, these characters defined OG early 2000s makeup goals. It wasn't just glam; it was an entire vibe, radiating pure confidence.

Calling all you aspiring ‘It girls’: even if you weren't rocking the scene in the early 2000s (like me), this guide will take you through a step-by-step recreation of these iconic trends. .

Frosted Eyeshadow
Think cloudy hues of white, blue, silver, lilac, and turquoise mixed with a hint of muted sparkle – that's frosted eyeshadow for you. These shimmery shadows were applied in a manner that looked uber natural, using strokes that mimicked the texture of your skin. Trust us when we say this: They were a true staple of the era.

SS Beauty Recommends:

Lakme Absolute Spotlight Eye Shadow Palette - Smokin Glam
Smudged Eyeliner
Grab your black or brown kohl pencil or eyeliner (kajal works too!). Unlike the sharp lines of today, early 2000s eyeliner was all about a natural, smokey effect. Simply outline your lash line and smudge it upwards with a brush for a touch of drama and dimension that enhances your natural beauty.

SS Beauty Recommends:

Ruby's Organics Smoked Kohl Eyeliner
Skinny Brows
Forget the bushy brows of today – in the 2000s, thin brows were the ultimate goal. No wonder shaping and plucking became a weekly ritual.

SS Beauty Recommends:

Kay Beauty Eyebrow Enhancer Pencil
Glossy Lips
Lip gloss: the must-have of the early 2000s (and let's be honest, for some of us, forever!). From shimmery frosted glosses to clear, high-shine options, glossy lips were everywhere. Let’s be honest, ‘ Girls just wanna be glossed up’.

SS Beauty Recommends:

Bobbi Brown Crushed Oil-Infused Gloss Shimmer
Rose Pink Blush
Early 2000s blush was all about a natural, rosy, or bronzy flush. However, blush contouring was also a popular technique for adding definition to your cheekbones.

SS Beauty Recommends:

Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush - Rebellious Rose
The early 2000s makeup era might not be for everyone, but I highly recommend giving it a try at least once. It's a different experience, and who knows, you might just discover your inner ‘poo’.