As the air turns crisp and sweater weather settles in, it’s officially time for an autumn beauty refresh. Every year, fall brings its own shift in mood, and this season is no exception.
When we switch up our makeup and skincare routines for the season, it’s not just about keeping out skin hydrated and makeup current, but also discovering which trends best capture the moodier, richer energy of fall. Keep scrolling to discover the biggest looks we’re loving this season.
Blurred Berry Lips
Glossy summer lips are ready to give way to deeper, richer tones this season, but the biggest change is in the finish.
Rather than perfectly sharp lip lines, this season’s looks are more focused on a soft, satin berry shade tapped into the center of the lips and blurred at the edges for that lived-in, effortless feel.
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Blue-Grey ‘Storm Cloud’ Eyeshadow
The warm browns and bronzy shadows are stepping aside for something cooler and moodier this fall.
Blue-grey shadow that’s soft and smoky rather than sharply defined is showing up everywhere, giving eyes a new kind of stormy, atmospheric depth that’s totally suited to the season.
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Cloud Blush
Cloud-inspired looks pop up yet again as blush placement gets its own fall makeover, moving away from the high, sculpted cheekbones seasons past toward softer, more diffused flushes.
Think a gentle wash of color that blurs across the cheeks, nose and eyelids for a soft hint of cloud-like glow.
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Playful Nail Art
Nail art is all about showcasing your personality this fall, with polka dots and graphic cat-eye designs both having a major moment.
It’s a fun and simple way to bring texture and patterns into an otherwise moody, monochromatic fall look as we move away from single colors and classic French tips.
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Glossy Jewel-Toned Nails
For a more polished take this fall, short and practical nails in inky reds, smoky blues and glossy black-browns will be everywhere this season.
Try a high-shine top coat to keep the deeper shades from feeling flat or adding a touch of minimal metallic detail to add some interest.
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Ingredient-First Skincare
This season, it’s time to get educated about your skincare. Ingredients such as azelaic acid, hypochlorous acid and mineral sunscreen are all leading the conversation as beauty-lovers get smart about their skin.
Rather than chasing the latest viral products, customers are more focused on understanding what their skin actually needs as the seasons change and meeting those demands with the right treatment.
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Soft Gothic Liner
Sharp, precise eyeliner wings are taking a back seat to something smudgier and more atmospheric this fall.
Try a soft black pencil, smoked out along the lash line rather than drawn in a clean line, to give eyes a moody and effortlessly cool, super wearable finish.
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Bold and Confident Haircuts
Beyond color, this fall season is also bringing a shift toward bolder haircuts as a form of self-expression, with pixie cuts leading the charge.
This period of change is all about embracing confidence, and a dramatic new cut is one of the boldest ways to flaunt it.
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Eager to hop on the top hair color trends for the season, too? Click HERE to discover our favorite hair color trends for fall 2026.
