Pearls have always held a polarising allure in the world of fashion and beauty.
For some, they serve as a symbol of status and timeless elegance, adorning the necks and wrists of high society.
For others, they conjure images of a bygone era, deemed too traditional or, dare I say, outdated.
I’ve typically fallen into the latter category (don’t hate me).
Despite attempts by my mum and grandmother to persuade me otherwise, I’ve always felt they’re better suited to the aforementioned elite than this modest, thrift shop-loving writer.
(Unless they’re Vivienne Westwood, in which case I’ll happily make an exception.)
Yet, lately, TikTok has inspired a change of heart.
Pearl Skin is the latest trend to take over our For You Pages, bridging the gap between classic sophistication and contemporary creativity.
It's a homage to shimmer, gleam, and all things sparkling. Aka, very quintessential Jas.
After all, can one ever have too much luminosity? I think not.
Below, I’ve assembled a lineup of some of my favourite glow-enhancing essentials to help you recreate the Pearl Skin Makeup trend–here’s my take.
P.S. Want to follow along at home? Scroll down for a video tutorial I prepared earlier.
What Is Pearl Skin Makeup?
Not to be confused with 'Glass Skin', which features a smooth, almost wet-look finish, Pearl Skin Makeup focuses on achieving a radiant, luminous glow reminiscent of pearls’ natural lustre.
It involves the strategic application of dewy, light-reflecting products to create a soft, ethereal sheen on the skin.
Editorial makeup artist Katie Jane Hughes shares how she achieves pearl skin in a tutorial below.