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The Iconic Edition
Beauty
|3 Jul 2023|4 mins

Barbiecore Is The Neon-Pink Beauty Trend We’ll All Be Trying This Month

From the perfect blow-out to a statement pink pout, here’s how to nail the iconic look.

With the release of Greta Gerwig’s Barbie movie, our penchant for all things hot pink has hit fever pitch. Despite the film not hitting our screens yet, the Barbiecore trend has been a mainstay on red carpets and social media alike for months as we embrace and celebrate the Mattel doll’s signature hot pink hue. 

While the trend has manifested in fashion via bold mini-dresses, OTT accessories and sky-high stilettos, Barbiecore beauty could be considered the more accessible – and wearable – entry point. So if you’re looking to tap into Barbie’s trademark hyper-pink vibe across hair and makeup, we’ve rounded up the essentials to help you nail the Barbiecore aesthetic.

For the ultimate blow-out

For the ultimate blow-out

Whether her blonde hair is piled high in a ponytail or left loose, Barbie’s iconic hair looks all have one thing in common – the volume is turned all the way up. The best tool to help your hair gain some serious height? Mermade Hair’s new Barbie Blowout Kit, which has everything you need to recreate Barbie’s enviable lift, including a big-barrelled hot brush, hair gems and no-crease hair clips. 

Try: Mermade Hair Barbie Blowout Kit
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For rosy cheeks

For rosy cheeks

More is more when it comes to Barbie makeup, and nothing makes a look pop like petal-pink cheeks. This buildable blush is the perfect lightweight formula to layer, allowing you to amp up the intensity of the colour without leaving your makeup looking heavy, cakey or overdone. 

Try: M.A.C Mineralize Blush in Petal Power
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For a hot-pink pout

For a hot-pink pout

Of course, it wouldn’t be a Barbie-esque beauty look without a statement pink lip! This feather-light liquid lipstick delivers a bold magenta colour that won’t budge, with a seriously impressive pigment that lasts all day. The formula is also transfer-proof, flexible and non-drying, so you’ll never be subject to flaking or fading.  

Try: KVD Beauty Everlasting Hyperlight Liquid Lipstick in Scarlet Pearl
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For bouncy curls

For bouncy curls

For Margot Robbie’s star turn as Barbie, the hair teams sought ample inspiration from the original doll’s bouncy curls while creating a more modern take for the beloved character. Give your locks the same treatment with the Dyson Airwrap, which has multiple curling barrels that use air at safe heat settings to dry and style simultaneously. 

Try: Dyson Airwrap Complete
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For neon eyes

For neon eyes

While Barbie’s look is traditionally big and bold, Barbiecore eye makeup doesn’t have to be dramatic. Instead of opting for an all-over pink shadow, start by switching out your regular eyeliner for an audacious neon pink liner. This waterproof formula can withstand any Barbie-style pool party, providing 24-hour wear that won’t smudge off.

Try: Make Up For Ever Aqua Resist Color Ink Eyeliner in Pink
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For playful nails

For playful nails

If you’re still a little hesitant to try out the Barbiecore trend, why not start with your nails? It’s safe to say that Barbie wouldn’t be caught dead without a manicure, and this playful, vibrant pink lacquer is the perfect way to channel her ultra-girly aesthetic without moving too far into kitschy territory. 

Try: OPI ❤ BARBIE
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For a peachy glow

For a peachy glow

Radiant skin is a key element of the Barbie look, and this peachy-pink highlighter makes the perfect finishing touch to nail her natural glow. The finely-milled formula ensures that your skin gleams with a golden-pink radiance, making it easily buildable so that your skin looks suspiciously radiant – not a tell-tell chunk of glitter in sight.

Try: Benefit Cosmetics Tickle Highlighter
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