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Top hair brushes, palettes, and moisturizers used during NYFW Spring 2020

Backstage beauty cheat sheet!


SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 7:51 AM EDT

That's a wrap! New York Fashion Week has officially come to a close. Thanks to the style gods, we’ve witnessed some of the most cutting-edge designers showcase their latest collections from head to toe, including every makeup and skincare detail. From Beyoncé's MUA Sir John's pro makeup touches at Tommy Hilfiger x Zendaya to Pat McGrath owning her metallic moment during Marc Jacobs’ Spring 2020 collection –this year was a backstage beauty dream. Whether you were watching from the front row or on your mobile screen, we’ve rounded up the exact hydrating moisturizers, brow tools used, and more expert-approved behind the scene goodies.

Alice + Olivia SS20 NYFW Maybelline© Getty Images

Ice Queen

Alice + Olivia took silver lining to the next level when it came to creating a statement lid. To achieve this high pigmented look, try applying the color Sunnes during your next glam session. The classic palette is a perfect go-to for natural matte looks and shimmering show-stopping looks. To match her icy lids, Maybelline introduced their latest brow innovation. The eyebrow product helps to tint, sculpt and create an envy-worthy runway brow.

Maybelline Lemonade Craze Eyeshadow Palette Makeup, $11, Maybelline.com

Maybelline Brow Fast Sculpt, $8 Maybelline.com

Beauty Products Used During NYFW Spring 2020© Getty Images

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Cynthia Rowley Moroccanoil© Getty Images

Natural Flow

Hair is taking new heights this season, especially during Cynthia Rowley’s Spring 2020 presentation. “The show is centered around the idea of travel, adventure, diversity and paid a special tribute to Dr Seuss’ iconic Oh! The Places You’ll Go,” said Kevin Hughes, Moroccanoil Artistic Director. To create the whimsical hairdo, the stylist created a center part and generously applied Moroccanoil Smoothing Lotion through the top area of the hair, stopping at ears length. Then sectioned off and teased the hair with Moroccanoil Professional Curling Iron to create subtle waves in the hair. To achieve the wavy and voluminous looks, try the Moroccan brand’s texture product.

Moroccanoil Treatment, $34, Moroccanoil.com

Moroccanoil Dry Texture Spray, $28, Moroccanoil.com

Moroccanoil Ionic Ceramic Thermal Brush, $30, Moroccanoil.com

Moroccanoil Professional Series Titanium Curling Iron, $150, Moroccanoil.com

Christian Cowan SS20 NYFW Dashing Diva Nails© Getty Images

Splash of Pastels

When looking for the latest beauty trends backstage during NYFW, detail is key especially when it comes to spotting the creativity behind nail art. This season, designers crafted stunning, notable and downright epic manicures to the runways. Whether you were gifted with steady hands to create the artistic touch or not, press-on nails are totally in. The technology behind the latest express mani experience lasts up to 14 days and are super easy to apply. Give it a go at home!

Dashing Diva Nails, $9, Dashingdiva.com

Marc Jacobs SS20 NYFW Pat McGrath Marc Jacobs Beauty© Getty Images

Mystical Makeup

When greatness meets genuineness, mystical beauty dreams come to life on the runway. If you're a follower of Pat McGrath you know how much she loves to sparkle and be in color. Matching Marc Jacobs' latest collection, the British make-up artist used both of these must-have luxury beauty buys.

Marc Jacobs Beauty Youthquake Moisturizer, $59, Marcjacobs.com

Marc Jacobs Accomplice Concealer & Touch-Up Stick, $32, Marcjacobs.com

Pat McGrath Mothership VI: Midnight Sun, $125, Patmcgrath.com

Alice + Olivia SS20 NYFW Show Tresemee© Getty Images

Cross Over

Dutch braids are making a comeback and are more stylish than ever. To create this look, you'll want to take a trip down your childhood makeup sessions and add rhinestone stickers to your locks. To achieve an elegant finish, add pearl bobby pins to complete the look.

Clarie's Iridescent Star Mini Skin Jewels, $5, Claries.com

Carissa Pearl Bobby Pin Set, $20, Anthropologie.com

Tresemmé Keratin Smooth Heat Protection Shine Spray

Tadashi Shoji 2020 NYFW Honest Beauty© Getty Images

Color pop

Meghan Markle's glam guru, Daniel Martin was behind this no-makeup makeup look with touches of cooler tones. “Mixing heritage with modernity, I wanted to create a colorful makeup look that was a play on fantasy and reality,” said the royal's MUA. To widen the eyes, he pulled out and exaggerated the liner to create length on the lash line. Add a punch of gloss on the center of the lips to for extra hydration and kissable moments!

Honest Beauty Magic Beauty Balm, $12, Honest.com

Honest Beauty Liquid Eyeliner, $10, Honest.com

Chromat SS20 TRESemme© Getty Images

Side bang chicness

"For this show, we wanted to make sure the hair excluded confidence and every woman felt powerful walking down the runway," said lead hairstylist Justine Marjan. To create the look, start by blow-drying the hair smooth then use a hairdryer. Then flat iron the remaining sections of the hair from roots to ends. To keep the hair protected and hydrated apply the innovate keratin oil.

TRESemmé Keratin Smooth Shine Serum, $5, Target.com

ghd platinum + black styler, $250, Ghdhair.com

ghd curve soft curl iron, $150, Ghdhair.com

Libertine SS20 NYFW LORAC© Getty Images

Punk Rock

Three words: Bold, edgy, and proud! "We wanted to pay homage to Libertine’s signature punk aesthetic. To achieve this, we created an exaggerated wing eye with sharp lines but kept the skin super clean and dewy," said LORAC's MUA Kelsey Deenihan. Explore the diamond-infused palette to recreate this look on the days you're feeling a little extra daring.

LORAC LUX First Class Lash Mascara, $24, Lorac.com

LORAC Front Of The Line PRO Eye Pencil, $20, Lorac.com

LORAC LUX Diamond Palette, $39, Lorac.com

Tom Ford SS20 NYFW© Getty Images

Smokey Eyes Update

The vision for Tom Ford's fashion and beauty look was both inspired by the inimitable New Yorker and the quintessential Tom Ford. To do this modern-day look, focus on the fresh feel foundation base. Pair this smokey eye look with a nude lippie.

Tom Ford Beauty Lip Lacquer Luxe, $57, tomford.com

Tom Ford Beauty Foundation Stick, $88, tomford.com

Kate Spade Oribe© Getty Images

Soft Waves

This season Kate Spade's lead hairstylist James Pecis created a bouncy look with some of Oribe's holy grails. Staying true to the late haristylist's playful spirit all hairdos were pretty & witty! Give it a go at home and get ready to be runway-approved.

Oribe Maximista Thickening Spray, $19, Oribe.com

Oribe Swept Up Volume Powder Spray, $42, Oribe.com