table of contents:
- step-by-step clean girl makeup routine with a stak
- how to do clean girl makeup: a step-by-step clean girl makeup routine
- how to do clean girl makeup step 1: prep your skin
- how to do clean girl makeup step 2: go for a light base with cream concealer
- how to do clean girl makeup step 3: get glowing with a lip and cheek tint
- how to do clean girl makeup step 4: don’t forget highlighter makeup
- how to do clean girl makeup step 5: add your finishing touches
- grab a mini travel makeup kit to try this step-by-step guide to a clean girl makeup routine
step-by-step clean girl makeup routine with a mini travel makeup kit
looking to learn how to do a clean girl makeup routine with your mini travel makeup kit? per usual, subtl has your back, along with the tea on this trend. made famous by hailey beiber and bella hadid, clean girl makeup is a no makeup, makeup look featuring glowy skin, light blush, glossy lips, slicked back hair, gold jewelry, and sunnies, meaning eyeshadow is completely optional.
keep reading to learn how to do a clean girl makeup routine with your mini travel makeup kit:
how to do clean girl makeup: a step-by-step clean girl makeup routine
here is a step-by-step guide on how to do clean girl makeup with your mini travel makeup kit, featuring additional subtl products you can add to your refillable stak and blog resources spotlighting them:
how to do clean girl makeup step 1: prep your skin
you probably don’t need us to preach about the importance of doing skincare before your makeup. but just in case, check out this quote on buzzfeed from keri blair, a pro mua for mac cosmetics: "prepping and priming your own canvas (aka your skin) ensures that your skin is all one texture – therefore your makeup will apply smoothly and evenly – and last all day long.”
since a clean girl makeup routine is characterized by dewy, fresh-faced skin, prep with a hydrating primer. for an extra vibrant glow, grab a gua sha (we can’t leave the house without this one by blunt skincare) paired with a vitamin c serum and cleanser. we recommend vitamin c because it can inhibit pigment production in your skin, leaving it bright and clean girl makeup-approved.
these are the products to try when prepping your skin for a clean girl makeup routine:
- pura d'or vitamin c face wash
- blunt skincare rolling stone gua sha
- mad hippie vitamin c serum
- e.l.f. hydrating face primer
want some skincare resources? check out these articles from the subtl beauty blog:
- skincare 101: ph balance
- how to cover sun spots: the best guide
- ingredient spotlight: hydrating subtl ingredients
- how to apply makeup to dry skin for a flawless, hydrated finish
- how to apply makeup to dry vs. oily skin
how to do clean girl makeup step 2: go for a light base with cream concealer
when it comes to how to do a clean girl makeup routine, one of our main pointers is using your mini travel makeup kit’s cream concealer as an all-over foundation. not only does this give you a lightweight, breathable base, but it makes your entire clean girl makeup routine shorter (which if you're new here and didn't know, saving you time is extremely important to the team behind subtl).
to start applying your travel kit's cream concealer as a foundation for a clean girl makeup routine, dot it on areas needing coverage, such as under your eyes, around your nose, and on blemishes or sunspots. use a travel makeup brush (we recommend using a fluffy one like our stak brush bff that’s free with a starter stak purchase) to blend outward in light, tapping motions for an even base layer.
these are the products to try when creating a light base for a clean girl makeup routine:
- subtl beauty cream concealer (take this beauty quiz to find your shade match)
- subtl beauty stak brush bff
want some cream concealer resources? check out these articles from the subtl beauty blog:
- concealer 101: 3 ways to use subtl beauty cream concealer
- ultimate guide to finding the best cream concealer
- tips and tricks for using our cream concealer
- how to achieve flawless skin using only cream concealer
- on-the-go makeup: how to keep your cream concealer from creasing
- using cream concealer instead of foundation
- how to cover acne with just one product! skip the foundation
how to do clean girl makeup step 3: get glowing with a lip and cheek tint
the next step in a clean girl makeup routine is all about blush and lips. in your mini travel makeup kit, you’ll find a lip and cheek tint. not only are subtl beauty’s lip and cheek tints very pigmented, but they’re formulated with hydrating and nourishing jojoba oil and shea butter. this means they’ll give a natural flush to your cheeks and lips, while simultaneously giving your skin a health boost.
when it comes to clean girl makeup and blush, use the multi-use subtl lip and cheek tint. lightly tap it onto the apples of your cheeks using your fingertips. blend the shade upward and outward, moving in the direction of your cheekbones. the goal of a clean girl makeup routine is nailing a soft, barely-there glow, so focus heavily on blending well for a fresh, seamless finish.
to apply subt’sl lip and cheek tint on your pout for a clean girl makeup look, start by lightly dabbing it onto the center of your lips. use your fingers to gently blend the hue outward, creating a soft, natural effect. for a more minimalist, understated finish, apply a single layer, or build it up for a bolder touch. top it off with lip balm for a sheen that completes this trend’s effortless vibe.
these are the products to try when doing your lips and cheeks for a clean girl makeup routine:
want some lip and cheek tint resources? check out these articles from the subtl beauty blog:
- trying on every lip and cheek tint shade
- mixing a custom lip and cheek tint shade!
- swatching every subtl beauty lip and cheek tint
- the difference between powder blush and lip and cheek tint
- how to: 3 ways to apply lip and cheek tint
- how to choose your lip and cheek tint shade based on your skin's natural undertone
- doll face blush tutorial inspired by sabrina carpenter
- how to use subtl’s travel makeup for 2024 blush trends
how to do clean girl makeup step 4: don’t forget highlighter makeup
when describing a clean girl makeup look, most beauty lovers would say it’s dewy and minimalist-forward. to get that talked-about sheen associated with the trend, add a refillable powder highlighter makeup layer to your mini travel makeup kit. we formulated our highlighter makeup to feature skin-loving ingredients that’ll leave you with a subtle, glass-like glow and nourished skin.
to apply subtl’s highlighter makeup for the clean girl makeup trend, lightly tap it onto the high points of your face, aka your cheekbones, bridge of your nose, brow bones, and cupid’s bow. use your fingers or a soft brush (like one from the 4-piece brush set that comes free with a purchase of subtl’s mini travel makeup kit). make sure to blend for a soft, natural glow that catches the light.
these are the products to try when doing highlighter for a clean girl makeup routine:
want some highlighter makeup resources? check out these articles from the subtl beauty blog:
- the best highlighter makeup guide on the internet
- highlighter makeup resources for the perfect highlighter application
- highlighter makeup 101
- where to apply highlighter makeup: tips & tricks for highlighter application
- how to highlight: tips and tricks for applying highlighter makeup
- trying on the new cream highlighter makeup!
- how to use your new subtl beauty highlighter makeup
how to do clean girl makeup step 5: add your finishing touches
for the last step on how to do clean girl makeup, add your finishing touches. we suggest using a clear brow gel or glue and spoolie to create defined, yet natural brows. you can also grab your favorite mascara to separate and accentuate your lashes. while a dewy vibe is important for clean girl makeup, add translucent shine control pressed powder on areas you want to lock in.
these are some products to try for the finishing touches of a clean girl makeup routine:
- nyx the brow glue extreme hold
- docolor eyebrow brush duo spoolie
- honest beauty 2-in-1 extreme length mascara + lash primer
- woosh beauty mascara shield
- subtl beauty translucent shine control pressed powder
want a few additional makeup resources? check out these articles from the subtl beauty blog:
- how to tint and groom your brows
- 6 products every beginner needs in their makeup bag
- undertone test made easy: find your skin’s true match
- 11 soft glam makeup looks to nail the perfect subtle glow
- clean girl makeup routine for travel - avoid plane acne!
- don't make these makeup mistakes
grab a mini travel makeup kit to try this step-by-step guide to a clean girl makeup routine
want to join over 800+ subtl beauties by grabbing a travel-friendly, stress-lessening mini travel makeup kit to get a clean girl makeup look? click here to choose your cream concealer, so that if you go for a premade stak, we know how to curate it. or you can customize your stak to meet your aesthetic. you can also take our beauty quiz if you’re unsure what shades to try.
if you’re interested in snagging a mini travel makeup kit by subtl – also known as the ready set go stak – to help you nail a clean girl makeup routine, click here; it features everything you need for a no makeup, makeup look: a 4-piece brush set, translucent shine control pressed powder, lip and cheek tint in terracotta tour guide, lip balm, and cream concealer in your choice of shade.
not sure if subtl is for you? check out this subtl beauty review:
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