How to Glam Up Like a Mermaid

Changing up your makeup looks isn’t always easy, and it’s important that you find some inspiration if you’re looking to create the best results, especially if it’s with something a little more outside of your comfort zone.

Mermaid makeup is a great option to take some inspiration from, as it’s full of shimmer, sparkle, and fun colors.

If you want a little more help with creating your under-the-sea, mermaid-inspired makeup, you’re in the right place. Read on to find out how you can glam up like a mermaid.

Mystical highlighters

If you want to go the extra mile to level-up your face makeup and make it look very mermaid-like, whilst also looking subtle at the same time, a multi-toned shimmer highlight on the cheekbones is just for you.

Something with a white, blue or purple base with lots of different shimmer tones will reflect the light and attract all attention to you!

Holographic shimmers

Using a shimmery highlighter on your cheekbones isn’t the only way you can sprinkle in some sparkle, and holographic eyeshadows or loose pigments are a great choice, too.

You can use these for your eyelids to add extra dimension, or even create some face art if you’re skilled.

Bouncy, glamorous curls

In terms of your hairstyle, this is all still a part of glamming yourself up to look like a mermaid, and big, bouncy curls are a sound choice if you’re wearing your hair down.

They give off some real mermaid vibes (think, Ariel from the little mermaid!), and they flatter every hair color and face shape.

Blue and turquoise eyeshadows

Of course, there’s no way you can forget the eyeshadow when you’re creating a look like this, and blue and turquoise eyeshadows definitely fit into the mermaid aesthetic.

Whether you choose to sweep a solid color on or use some intricate blending skills to create a masterpiece, just include these hues.

Blue and turquoise eyeshadows

Of course, there’s no way you can forget the eyeshadow when you’re creating a look like this, and blue and turquoise eyeshadows definitely fit into the mermaid aesthetic.

Whether you choose to sweep a solid color on or use some intricate blending skills to create a masterpiece, just include these hues.

Scaled patterns

You may be after the signature scaly pattern that really gives away the entire mermaid look, but you’re probably thinking that it looks too complicated.

Here’s a quick tip: grab some fishnet material and hold it over any area of your face you choose to create the pattern on.

Then, simple apply your colors and blend over the top before removing the fishnet to reveal some gorgeous scales!

Chunky glitter embellishments

While shimmers and highlighters are two great options for adding some sparkle and dimension to the face, there’s always chunky glitter in the case of a special occasion.

One of the best ways to use this is either in the hair, through your parting or on your hairline, as well as in gentle crescent shapes on each of your cheeks.

Fishtail braids

If bouncy curls aren’t your favorite hairstyle, perhaps some fishtail braids are a better choice for you. There are lots of different ways to create these delicate-looking braids, and you can even finish them off with some of the chunky glitter we mentioned before!