Summer Beauty Trends Inspired by The White Lotus: Vacation Skin, Orchid Lips, and More

Summer Beauty Trends Inspired by The White Lotus: Vacation Skin, Orchid Lips, and More

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By Jade Reason

With the arrival of spring and its warmer longer days, the prospect of a vacation is becoming increasingly appealing to me. The desire to escape the daily grind and embrace the rejuvenating spirit of the season leads to a surge in travel bookings and vacation research, often influencing people to start planning their holiday vacations.  

If opportunities for a vacation may not be accessible to you, instead, immerse yourself into the paradise of The White Lotus resort in Thailand. Check in begins at 11am. The cult show features luxurious and lavish amenities including breathtaking scenery transporting us to a world of lush and tropical tranquil escapes, garments worn with intricate details, textiles and patterns, and the overall calming and serene ambiance of the coastal setting, serve as a stark contrast and significant distraction from the show's disturbing and disquieting story-line. The beauty of the visual surroundings creates a sense of dissonance with the underlying tension and unease that permeate the narrative, highlighting the disparity between the idyllic façade and the darker realities that lie beneath the surface. This summer, get ready to embrace the glamour with beauty trends inspired by the hit HBO series, from sun-kissed radiance to bold pops of color, these looks capture the essence of a luxurious Thailand getaway.

In the exploration of upcoming summer beauty trends, experts dive into the specifics of what's anticipated to be popular in the coming months. According to sources, the rising prominence of facial mists, suggesting a focus on skincare and hydration as essential elements of the summer look. Additionally, highlighting the resurgence of vibrant eye shadows, indicating a shift towards bolder and more playful makeup options. Generally I tend to avoid vibrant eye shadows sticking to a more neutral palette.

The vibrant, floral aroma of orchids, a prominent flower in Thailand, is mirrored in the cosmetic choices of numerous actresses consistently wearing lip color varying from pinks to reds, fuchsia, magenta, or deep purple, all reminiscent of the orchid petals, a statement lip sure to turn heads. Sources predict that orchid lip shades will be particularly sought-after, offering an unexpected alternative to classic summer hues. To achieve a polished beauty look, we suggest focusing on the lips. Opt for a range of rose-toned hues, from soft blush to deep berry, to complement your skin tone.

Furthermore, we anticipate a focus on luminous complexions, recommending that dewy, radiant skin will be a key component in achieving glowy, fresh, effortless vacation complexion—though skincare products. Nighttime is playtime where the sultry looks come into play. A striking smoky eye effect with a subtle hint of color, referred to as "paradise eyes," gives a pop to your eyes without being too overwhelming and is ideally suited for the evening out. It's the perfect touch of allure to your vacation wardrobe.

The summer beauty forecast reveals a fusion of classic and avant-garde elements, from vivid orchid lips to glowy skin, facial mists, colorful eye shadows, blushes, perfume oil, foundation sticks, cleansing mousses, face massagers, moisturizers, mascara, and rosy lips to detail the looks from this season that will inspire summer’s impending beauty trends. Summer invites us to embrace a diverse range of styles that celebrate individuality and self-expression.

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By Jade Reason

It's no secret that as editors, we're sent tons (and I mean tons) of beauty products. Our universal routines are in constant flux, and even if we like a particular product we try, it rarely—if ever—stays put as a permanent staple within our regimens.

Fundamentally, a product we’re infatuated with that actually works on improving our complexion in one way or another (altleast for me) are often as rare as earthquakes or environmental accidents for us. However, every so often, we do reach the bottom of a certain jar or tube—whether it's due to irrevocable obsession or because we simply didn't find another product that was all that much better. (Some products seem to perpetually fall into the bucket of "meh.") Obviously, we're much more focused on an alternative option.

By now, you've probably surmised we test-drive a lot of beauty products here at Always Chasing Rainbows. From nail polish and makeup to hair and skincare, we're knew-deep in all things new, exciting, and wish list–worthy. That said, due to the number of products we come in contact with, we've become very selective beauty consumers. Within seconds, we can tell if a new hair oil is too heavy, and we're quick to ignore a serum that yields disappointing results.

The good news? We can't wait to spread the beauty gospel to all of our fellow beauty lovers (that's you!) when we do stumble upon a product we love. From there, we'd decide which of those we'd actually buy again because they were just that impressive. Sharing is caring, so just below, you can see the products our editors couldn't get enough of and immediately added to their carts once they arrive at a singular conclusion.

We have an entire laundry list of products we simply can't leave home without, but an especially long one of beauty favorites I can't picture packing in my carry-on without. As such, I scour sites to find the best beauty items. I start early—weeks out—so my online shopping cart is stocked and I'm poised and ready to purchase.

We are sharing all summer beauty-priced picks, from skincare products to cosmetics, to makeup for your makeup bag, in every category at our favorite retailers Sephora, Merit beauty, Nordstrom, Myteresa, body care and fragrance to buy before your next booked vacation. Keep scrolling!

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