The Y2K trend has been ongoing, and the bold and avant-garde eye makeup that used to only be seen on fashion show stages is now making a comeback on Korean girl groups like BLACKPINK and New Jeans. The glamorous and extravagant rhinestone makeup instantly adds a touch of elegance to their stage looks. Through their reinterpretation, they have successfully sparked a wave of exaggerated and retro Y2K beauty trends, bringing back the millennium generation. Even male idols like Cha Eun-woo and Stray Kids have joined this beauty trend, breaking gender boundaries. Let’s explore this beauty trend together!
From the teaser promotional photos of BLACKPINK’s hit song “Pink Venom” to the different looks in the music video, it has revealed this year’s makeup trend: facial accessories! In the Y2K retro makeup style, apart from bold and vibrant colors, rhinestones, glitter, and metallic elements are essential for Y2K makeup. Each member of BLACKPINK perfectly showcases the Y2K rhinestone makeup during this year’s “BORN PINK” world tour concert, which is very eye-catching and adds a stylish highlight to each member on stage.
Glamorous makeup with water diamond sequins as embellishments, cute little details make the makeup stand out and enhance facial features. For beginners trying out Y2K makeup, you can start by applying a simple and clean base makeup and eye makeup like BLACKPINK Jennie and aespa KARIN, and add a few small silver water diamonds under the eyes, around the eyes, or at the inner corners of the eyes. This creates a low-key yet eye-catching Y2K makeup look that is suitable for daily wear or simple parties, making you effortlessly the highlight of the party.
In addition to being used around the eyes, the forehead, cheekbones, and sides of the nose are also popular places to embellish with water diamonds. Red Velvet Joy’s red water diamonds complement the blurred hangover makeup, while Yeri’s black water diamonds create a strong contrast with the sweet pink makeup, making the overall makeup playful and full of personality.
Red Velvet Wendy, Taeyeon, and New Jeans Danielle’s teardrop diamond makeup is also worth referencing, using water diamonds to create your favorite lines and teardrop shapes, presenting various elegant and gentle eye makeup. You can also create a unique Y2K retro look by using different colors of water diamonds!
Genderless beauty trends are making a comeback! Men wearing makeup is no longer considered unconventional. ASTRO member “Face Genius” Cha Eunwoo and Stray Kids’ Felix have both perfectly demonstrated the Y2K crystal glitter makeup, without any sense of discord. Instead, it brings out a mysterious futuristic vibe. Guys can also give it a try!
