10 Outdated Makeup Trends That Age You Like Spoiled Milk

Ladies, let's face it - we've all fallen victim to some of the ugliest makeup trends out there. But it's time to say goodbye to those disastrous looks and hello to a more polished and sophisticated you. Don't worry, you won't have to sacrifice your style to make the change. We've compiled a list of the worst makeup trends that need to die a swift and painless death.

So, without further ado, let's get started on the 10 ugliest makeup looks that need to be banished from existence.

1. Glitter Overload

Who said that you need to look like a walking disco ball to be trendy? It's time to step away from the glitter and put down the contour kit. Miley Cyrus may be all about the sparkle, but let's face it, too much glitter is a recipe for disaster. Unless you want to blind everyone around you, it's time to dial it back a bit.

Skip the over-the-top glitter looks you might have seen on the runway, and opt for a more subtle approach. Trust us, less is more when it comes to glitter.

2. Obvious Contouring

Thanks to Kim Kardashian West, we've all been walking around with sharp cheekbones and chiseled noses, but it's time to say goodbye to this trend. Unless you want to end up looking like a Picasso painting, it's time to move on to something more subtle and natural.

Strobing is the new contouring that even Kim K has jumped on the bandwagon, and it's as easy as pie. All you need is a single shade to get that beautiful, glowing finish.

3. Oversized Lashes

Who said that you need to look like a Las Vegas showgirl to be trendy? No one wants to see you coming from a mile away with your oversized lashes flapping in the wind. It's time to give the oversized, obviously fake lashes the boot.

Fake eyelashes can definitely enhance your look when you take a subtle approach. However, the oversized “fan” look of big and obviously fake lashes has been on its way out for quite some time. Opt for individual lashes and only use a few towards the outer corner of your eyes to get a beautiful effect that won’t scream “FAKE!”

4. Extreme Eyebrow Definition

The time for abusing brow pencils has passed. Drawn-on brows with sharp, geometric edges, are one of the makeup trends that need to die. Forget about extreme eyebrow definition and opted for a softer approach with brow powder. The obvious ombré effect is also passé, but you can keep it subtle with a slightly darker shade toward the outer corners of your eyebrows.

5. Highlighter Excess

Nobody wants to look like a reflective surface. Instead, leave that look to the aliens in sci-fi movies and opt for a shade that complements your skin tone. If you have a lighter complexion, try a pink champagne shade. If your skin is darker, go for a rose gold shade. These shades will give you a radiant look without being too overwhelming.

6. Overdrawn Lips

Sure, Kylie has admitted to getting fillers and using every trick in the book, but that doesn't mean you should follow in her footsteps. Overdrawing your lips with liner may seem like a quick fix, but in reality, it's a recipe for disaster. Instead of fuller lips, you'll end up looking like a clown and getting laughed at. Embrace your natural lip shape and enhance it with subtle techniques. Use a lip liner that matches your natural lip color to define the shape and fill in with a lipstick that complements your skin tone. This will give you a polished and put-together look without going overboard.

7. Dark and Opaque Smokey Eyes

Toss out that jet-black eye shadow and step up your smokey eye game. Instead of layering on the darkness, use three to four shades and blend them like a pro for a stunning, translucent smokey eye that's perfect for any occasion.

8. Using Multiple Shades on Your Lips

Gone are the days of mismatched lip liner and lipstick. Nowadays, the key to achieving a polished and chic look is to keep it simple and subtle. To achieve a polished and subtle look, your lip liner should either match your skin tone or the color of your lipstick.

9. Brightly Colored Contacts

Remember that makeup should enhance our natural beauty, not completely alter it. While it may seem like the use of bright, unnatural shades to try and change the colors of our eyes is becoming a popular trend in recent years, the reality is that these colors can often look unflattering and even tacky. Instead of choosing electric blue or neon green, opt for shades that will complement your natural eye color.

For example, if you have brown eyes, try using warm earth tones or even shades of purple to bring out the richness in your eyes. If you have blue eyes, use warmer shades like gold or peach to make them pop.

10. Super Glossy Lips

Stop with the excessive gloss, it's time to retire the overly shiny look. Instead, focus on a subtle touch of gloss at the center of your lips for a more natural and beautiful effect. When selecting lipsticks, go for moisturizing formulas with creamy textures. But avoid pairing a dramatic shade with an overpowering full gloss finish, because let's face it, that look is so last season.