Minimalism Is on Its Way Out, But Revenge Makeup Is Here to Stay

I'll fully admit that I've never been able to easily execute a full glam makeup look. As simple as makeup artists (and random everyday people, for that matter) on TikTok make it seem, I always find that my own version of a look comes out, well, not so *glam.* I usually stick to a more minimal, toned-down look that complements my features, but there's a new trend sweeping TikTok that made me sit up and pay attention.

Revenge makeup is all about making a statement without doing a full beat. This I can get on board with because it errs on the side of natural but still adds a bold touch or two to the look that doesn't require next-level skill or too much extra time. It also aims to make you feel confident, and if you just happen to run into an ex, you'll be fully prepared. I tapped celebrity makeup artist Tobi Henney to give me some tips on how to create a look like this. Take a look below at what her idea of revenge makeup is plus a few products she loves for executing the look.

Henney says, "Revenge is all about looking hot and playing up your best features! By using small makeup techniques, e.g., [a] small smoked-out flick of liner on the eyes, the look can be a statement without being too much." It's those little touches like a small cat eye that really take it to the next level. Take a peek at Henney's recommended products for a vampy (borderline villainous) revenge makeup look.

I follow TikTok user Nicole Elliott's tutorial whenever I want to wear this out and use my Makeup by Mario Ethereal Eyes Palette ($68) along with Patrick Ta's new Major Headlines Blush Duo ($36). The Ethereal Eyes palette contains the perfect neutral shades to shape and elongate the eye, preparing the lids for a slick and downright vengeful cat eye. Elliott also recommends a few other key products for this look that help create a flawless, glass skin look.