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These Are The Must-Try 2020 Makeup Trends For Melanin-Rich Skin

Celebrity makeup artist and beauty mogul Danessa Myricks shares 10 of the makeup looks that will dominate this year.
These Are The Must-Try 2020 Makeup Trends For Your Melanin-Rich Skin
Danessa Myricks
By Shalwah Evans ·

Now that the new year has begun we’re beginning to see all the predictions for 2020 manifested, or not. As another awards show closes, and another one is scheduled to premiere, we’re still watching all the red carpet beauty that celebrities are indulging in. While we’ve already seen some of the hair trends that the year has to offer, it feels like we’re just getting warmed up with makeup.

But the artists won’t be holding back for long, and we’re sure to see more than red lips and clean faces to start off a new decade.

Danessa Myricks, founder of Danessa Myricks Beauty and Event Consultant for The Makeup Show gave us the run down on makeup trends that we can expect to see more of as 2020 continues.

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“[This] will be an exciting year for beauty!” says Myricks. “Beauty will be less about following and more about leading with authenticity and individuality. The year 2020 is about redefining the ‘norm’ and bending the rules. I’m so excited for all the possibilities!”

Check out the gallery below to see the looks that will rule red carpets and runways this first year of the new decade, and possibly beyond.

01
Double Wide Lacquered Brows
We couldn’t be happier that the pencil thin brows of the 90s have gone the way of airbrush acrylics—they’re never coming back. In the new decade, not only will wide brows rule, but they’ll also be lacquered to give them an extra full finish.
These Are The Must-Try 2020 Makeup Trends For Your Melanin-Rich Skin
Photo and Makeup by Danessa Myricks
02
Flushed Beauty
Color will have no boundaries when it comes to beauty this year. Get ready to see rich hues on cheeks and eyes take the spotlight from bold lips.
These Are The Must-Try 2020 Makeup Trends For Your Melanin-Rich Skin
Photo and Makeup by Danessa Myricks
03
Skin Forward Beauty
A gorgeous flawless face will never go out of style. We’ve seen our melanin-rich stars hit the red carpet in this trend during awards season and it will carry through the rest of the year.
These Are The Must-Try 2020 Makeup Trends For Your Melanin-Rich Skin
Photo and Makeup by Danessa Myricks
04
Glazed Lids
High shine is not only designated for cheekbones and lips this year. Gloss elevates and emphasizes the eyes so that you can make them pop whether you’re rocking a dramatic smoky look or wearing very little makeup at all.
These Are The Must-Try 2020 Makeup Trends For Your Melanin-Rich Skin
Photo and Makeup by Danessa Myricks
05
Nudes
Nudes will always be in vogue for our beautiful brown skin. The richness and nuances of our hues is what makes the nude trend so special and we want more of it as the decade continues.
These Are The Must-Try 2020 Makeup Trends For Your Melanin-Rich Skin
Photo and Makeup by Danessa Myricks
06
Glitter
Glitter has been on trend for a few seasons now so this year it’s all about adding a different polish to it. Whether you don it on lids, as liner, or on lips, give it a precise application so that it’s more fashion week runway, and less Coachella runaway.
These Are The Must-Try 2020 Makeup Trends For Your Melanin-Rich Skin
Photo and Makeup by Danessa Myricks
07
Supernatural Glow
When they can see your cheekbones popping from the cheap seats, you’ve done a great highlight. This year that supernatural glow is for all over, and for every occasion.
These Are The Must-Try 2020 Makeup Trends For Your Melanin-Rich Skin
Photo and Makeup by Danessa Myricks
08
Power Liner
Nothing says look at me like a liner that enters the room before you do. In 2020, don’t be shy to color outside the lines with bright hues, and even jewel embellishments.
These Are The Must-Try 2020 Makeup Trends For Your Melanin-Rich Skin
Photo and Makeup by Danessa Myricks
09
Glossy Skin and Eyes
While you’re giving those eyelids a nice touch of gloss go ahead and add some to your cheekbones, décolletage, and shoulders too. The gloss will add a healthy glow to your overall look.
These Are The Must-Try 2020 Makeup Trends For Your Melanin-Rich Skin
Photo and Makeup by Danessa Myricks
10
Undetectable Contour
A good contour can truly change the shape of the face and take years off of your appearance. It should always be done seamlessly, with no trace that you’ve created your own angles. It’s a trend to adopt for 2020 and and beyond.
These Are The Must-Try 2020 Makeup Trends For Your Melanin-Rich Skin
Photo and Makeup by Danessa Myricks
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