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Amanda Gorman’s radiance extends far beyond the words she pens.
Her2021 Met Gala ensemble a cobalt-blue Vera Wang gown inspired by Lady Liberty speaks for itself.
Naturally, tangerine-orange lids are O’Brien’s secret weapon to achieving Gorman’s dreamy springtime makeup look.
“I love a bold pop of color paired with clean and perfected skin,” she explains.
“Just like getting on the treadmill, you don’t see results overnight.”
“We know that the skin undergoes circadian rhythms,” says Dr. Zeichner.
“Skin repairs itself while you sleep, undoing the damage that occurred during the day.”
With a fresh facial slate, your makeup will melt on like butter.
This would be a great foundation for a long day, like a wedding!"
For fuller coverage, O’Brien uses a Beautyblender or dense foundation brush, like theMAC 190.
Once your complexion is glowing to high heaven, it’s time to move on to the brows.
Finally, just comb through your brows with the brush end to soften and blend.
Last, but not least, the lip color.