A new beauty trend has been added to TikTok.

<a href="https://www.lofficielibiza.com/beauty/new-products-beauty-make-up-body-care-spring-2025" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Makeup</a> with underpainting is like a work of art. It's as if it suggests that we draw under the canvas, not on it. In short: contour comes before foundation. Yes, you read that right. This technique, which bears the signature of Mary Phillips, the makeup artist of names like Hailey Bieber and Kendall Jenner, is not actually new. But thanks to TikTok, it has come back into our lives with over 60 million views. So what exactly is "underpainting"? It reverses the classic makeup order: first contour, then foundation. Some even apply blush, highlighter and concealer before foundation. The goal? To achieve a more natural, soft, light-reflecting look. According to Mary Phillips, this technique allows the skin to dominate the makeup, not the skin. The result: the skin still looks like skin. In other words, a plastic or flaky appearance is not created, and the makeup does not weigh down the skin. Another famous makeup artist, Scott Barnes (who works with J.Lo), is also a staunch supporter of this method.
There&rsquo;s a mastery behind all that &ldquo;natural yet flawless&rdquo; look. Here&rsquo;s a step-by-step underpainting guide from the pros:
Skin Prep: Never Without Moisture The secret to good makeup is good skin care. The better the skin is prepared, the better the products will sit. Products that are both moisturisers and primers are perfect for this technique.
Start with Contour Cream or liquid products work best. The contour areas are classic: under the cheekbones, around the eyes, temples, forehead and jawline. It&rsquo;s important to use a smaller brush for the nose. And of course, not every face is the same &mdash; contouring points should be personalized.
Tip: If you don't want density, you can blend it lightly with a stippling brush.
Light and Close Do concealer and highlighter apply before foundation? Yes, underpainting also occurs. Under the eyes, above the cheekbones, in the middle of the forehead and the bridge of the nose are the key points for highlighting. A damp beauty blender can be used for texture harmony.
Finally Foundation The foundation is just a &ldquo;binder&rdquo; in this technique. A light, moist-finished foundation connects all the layers but does not spoil the naturalness of the look. The aim when applying is not to erase the contour lines, but to create a thin layer on top of them.
Blush? The Finishing Touch Phillips leaves the blush for last. Why? So that the blush doesn't mix with the foundation and lose its color. This step is important for a more vibrant and clean look. If your skin is oily, you can also set it with a light powder.
Let&rsquo;s not forget: This technique is a gift from makeup artists like Kevyn Aucoin and drag culture. Although it&rsquo;s trending on <a href="https://www.lofficielibiza.com/beauty/what-is-slavic-doll-makeup-is-the-new-tiktok-trend-for-winter-fashion" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TikTok</a> today, its roots are much deeper. Underpainting is a way of showing the invisible and making makeup not just a mask but a form of expression. Although we have a hard time keeping up with TikTok trends, it&rsquo;s quite enjoyable to adapt trends like &ldquo;underpainting&rdquo; that we&rsquo;ve put on the dusty shelves of history to your day.
Images: @maryphillips

TikTok's new beauty move: Underpainting

TikTok's new beauty move: Underpainting

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