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9 Simple Beauty Secrets That Vintage Beauty Icons Used (and You Can Too!)

When you think back to beauty icons like Audrey Hepburn, Elizabeth Taylor, and Grace Kelly, it’s hard not to marvel at their timeless allure. What truly sets them apart is how effortlessly they embraced their individuality, celebrating the unique features that made them unforgettable. They didn’t aim to blend in or conform to fleeting trends; instead, they elevated their natural beauty, creating a signature style that still inspires today.

Fast-forward to the present, and it often feels like individuality has taken a backseat. Many women feel pressured to layer on makeup and follow the latest beauty fads in the name of fitting in. Yet, there’s a growing appreciation for vintage beauty practices—a refreshing shift back to techniques that prioritize elegance, simplicity, and authenticity.

If you’re ready to stand out and channel some of that classic charm, look no further. Here’s a list of 9 vintage beauty tricks guaranteed to help you turn heads and embrace your own iconic look.

Pouty Lips

Supermodels and glamorous actresses from the past understood that if you want to get attention, it all starts with developing the perfect pout. Whether you choose to go with a color that is neutral or one that is bold, the key is to use both lipcolor and gloss. Avoid using lip liner as it’s a bit old-fashioned unless it’s neutral or happens to compliment your lip shade. Apply lip color throughout your lip and top it off with a plumping lip gloss. Ladies, the days of leaving the house for a night on the town using lip balm or clear gloss are over! If you were heading to the gym for a workout, it would be one thing, but when hitting the dance clubs or getting dinner with somebody you have the hots for, pouty lips are the way to go.

Sultry Eyes

Also known as “bedroom eyes” and made fashionable by Marilyn Monroe, It’s literally impossible to find a guy who isn’t into this look, but girls love wearing this look themselves! Best of all, it’s not difficult to do. Simply start with an eyeshadow base of a lighter color along with a darker color in the crease. Then finish with both eyeliner and a volumizing mascara such as L’Oréal Voluminous or Hard Candy Ginormous. It creates depth and dimension to your eyes that can’t be achieved any other way. The effect is larger eyes and longer lashes. You’ll look like a Disney princess in no time!

Curves

When thinking about beauty tricks, it’s natural to want to focus on the face, but don’t forget about the rest of your body! There is nothing wrong with looking curvy. Repeat that to yourself! There is nothing wrong with looking curvy!!! Add some calories to your diet and do exercises that target the hips and butt. Before you know it, you’ll have natural attributes that make guys do a double take. If you associate being curvy with being heavy, think again. Marilyn Monroe was known for adding certain fats to her diet in order to give her the beautiful, shapely, iconic body that is still remembered 6 decades later.