{"id":118239,"date":"2026-01-05T08:00:19","date_gmt":"2026-01-05T08:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/edited\/?p=118239"},"modified":"2026-04-15T16:01:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T15:01:13","slug":"guide-to-maximal-makeup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/beautybay.com\/edited\/guide-to-maximal-makeup\/","title":{"rendered":"A Step-By-Step Guide To Perfecting The Maximal Makeup Trend"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<div class=\"vce-row-container\" data-vce-boxed-width=\"true\">\r\n<div id=\"el-990f0b30\" class=\"vce-row vce-row--col-gap-30 vce-row-equal-height vce-row-content--top\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-990f0b30\">\r\n<div class=\"vce-row-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<div id=\"el-49f12e21\" class=\"vce-col vce-col--md-auto vce-col--xs-1 vce-col--xs-last vce-col--xs-first vce-col--sm-last vce-col--sm-first vce-col--md-last vce-col--lg-last vce-col--xl-last vce-col--md-first vce-col--lg-first vce-col--xl-first\">\r\n<div class=\"vce-col-inner\" data-vce-do-apply=\"border margin background el-49f12e21\">\r\n<div class=\"vce-col-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\" data-vce-do-apply=\"padding el-49f12e21\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"vce-text-block\">\r\n<div id=\"el-343ce0c0\" class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-343ce0c0\">\r\n<div>\r\n\r\n<noscript>\r\n\r\n<style>.vce-row-container .vcv-lozad {display: none}<\/style><\/noscript><noscript>\r\n\r\n<style> .wpb_animate_when_almost_visible { opacity: 1; }<\/style><\/noscript>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\r\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\r\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\r\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\r\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\">\r\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Maximal makeup is all about <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/edited\/best-pink-eyeshadow-palettes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bold colour<\/a><\/strong><\/span>, fearless layering, and statement eye looks. Combining high-impact pigment with expressive blends, there are no rules here, just confidence and creativity turned all the way up.<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">To create looks this bold, you need <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/l\/makeup\/eyes\/palettes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">palettes<\/a><\/strong><\/span> that can keep up. Enter our By BEAUTY BAY <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/l\/beautybay\/eyes\/palettes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eyeshadow palettes<\/a><\/strong><\/span>. Packed with intense colour payoff and blendable textures, their shade ranges are made for building, clashing, and experimenting. Whether you\u2019re going all-in with <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/edited\/blue-eyeshadow-looks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bright blues<\/a><\/strong><\/span> or mixing unexpected greens and <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/edited\/best-pink-eyeshadow-palettes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pinks<\/a><\/strong><\/span>, these palettes make maximal makeup easy, fun, and always impactful. Ready to amp up your glam?<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\r\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\r\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\r\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\r\n<div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_100 vc_sep_pos_align_center vc_sep_color_grey wpb_content_element vc_separator-has-text\">\r\n<h4>2 Maximal Makeup Trends You Need To Try<\/h4>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\">\r\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">From blown-out blue eyes with icy highlights to playful pink and green looks packed with contrast and sparkle, find out how to bring the maximal makeup trend to life.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\r\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\r\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\r\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\r\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\">\r\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\r\n<h3>1. Blue Maximal Makeup<\/h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This blue maximal makeup look is bold, playful, and made to stand out. Bright aqua and sky-blue shades are swept across the lids and lower lash line, blended high and wide for an exaggerated, statement finish. Bursts of purple and soft pastel tones add a dreamy contrast, while flushed pink cheeks and glossy lips keep the look fresh rather than heavy.<\/p>\r\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-120641 size-full\" src=\"wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-1.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-1.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-1-320x320.jpg 320w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-1-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-1-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-1-920x920.jpg 920w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-1-575x575.jpg 575w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-1-380x380.jpg 380w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" \/>\r\n<h3>How To Do Blue Maximal Makeup<\/h3>\r\n<strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Using the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/p\/beauty-bay\/bright-matte-42-colour-palette\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bright Matte 42 Colour Palette<\/a><\/strong><\/span>, sweep the shade Living For Lavender through the crease as your transition shade. Blend it up and out to create a blown-out, maximal shape.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Pack the shade Daydream onto the outer corner and outer lid, then gently blend it inward to build a bold blue fade.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Brighten and lift the eye by applying the shade White Lies to the inner lid, inner corner, and brow bone. Blend into the blues for a seamless icy-to-deep gradient.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Add a rosy flush using the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/p\/beauty-bay\/layer-up-blush-duo\/strawb-bonbon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Layer Up Blusher Duo in Strawb Bonbon<\/a><\/strong><\/span>. Apply the silky powder high on the cheeks, then follow with the cream for extra dewy definition.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Finish the eyes with our <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/p\/beauty-bay\/high-key-volume-mascara\/13\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">High-Key Volume Mascara in the shade Midnight<\/a><\/strong><\/span>, then add individual lashes for full, fluttery impact.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 7:<\/strong> Complete the look with our <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/p\/beauty-bay\/hyper-gloss-lip-click\/softie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hyper-Gloss Lip Click in shade Softie<\/a><\/strong><\/span> to keep the focus on the eyes while adding a glossy finish.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\r\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\r\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\r\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\r\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\">\r\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">2. Pink and Green Maximal Makeup<\/h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This green and pink maximal makeup look leans into contrast and softness at the same time. Cool mint tones are diffused around the eyes, while bright pink accents add a playful hit of colour that lifts the whole look. The eyeshadow is blown out and intentionally imperfect, paired with rosy skin and a glossy lip for a juicy finish.<\/p>\r\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-120642 size-full\" src=\"wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-2.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-2.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-2-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-2-320x320.jpg 320w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-2-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-2-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-2-920x920.jpg 920w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-2-575x575.jpg 575w, https:\/\/edited.beautybay.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Look-2-380x380.jpg 380w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" \/>\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">How To Do Pink and Green Maximal Makeup<\/h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Step 1<\/strong>: Start by applying the shade Frosted Lime from the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/p\/beauty-bay\/bright-42-colour-palette\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bright 42 Colour Palette<\/a><\/strong><\/span> across the lid as your base, diffusing it up to the brow bone for a fresh wash of green. Smoke the same shade along the lower lash line for extra impact.<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Step 2<\/strong>: Using the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/p\/beauty-bay\/berries-42-colour-palette\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Berries 42 Colour Palette<\/a><\/strong><\/span>, build the shades Manicure and Loyalty over the eyelid and outer corner, extending the shades outward to create a bold, winged shape.<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Press Milky Way from the <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/p\/beauty-bay\/mini-charms-9-colour-palette\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mini Charms 9 Colour Palette<\/a><\/span><\/strong> over the green areas to add sparkle, then lightly tap Aurora over the pink shades for extra dimension.<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Step 4<\/strong>: Add a flush of colour to the cheeks with the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/p\/beauty-bay\/layer-up-blush-duo\/grape-juice\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Layer Up Blush Duo in shade Grape Juice<\/a><\/strong><\/span>, blending for a soft but statement finish.<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Finish the eyes with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/p\/beauty-bay\/high-key-volume-mascara\/13\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">High-Key Mascara in shade Midnight<\/a><\/strong>, applying to both the top and bottom lashes, then add individual lashes for full, fluttery definition.<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Step 6:<\/strong> For an all-over glow, apply the shade Milky Way from the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/p\/beauty-bay\/mini-charms-9-colour-palette\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mini Charms Palette<\/a><\/strong><\/span> into the inner corners, cheekbones, brow bone, and lips to catch the light in all the right places.<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Step 7<\/strong>: Swipe our <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/p\/beauty-bay\/hyper-gloss-lip-click\/teddy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hyper-Gloss Lip Click in Teddy<\/a><\/strong><\/span>, layered with our <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/p\/beauty-bay\/jelly-lip-oil\/2-cherry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jelly Lip Oil in shade Cherry<\/a><\/strong><\/span> for a glossy, juicy lip look.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\r\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\r\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\r\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"bb-cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautybay.com\/l\/beautybay\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shop all By BEAUTY BAY<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Maximal makeup is all about bold colour, fearless layering, and statement eye looks. 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