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Ahhh, winter is about to arrive, and that only means one thing: hot chocolate recipes and movies.
When the holiday season starts, we automatically think about the smell of cinnamon, gingerbread cookies, peppermint, and good ole hot chocolate. If you are not a fan of coffee and this is your drink of choice during these dates, we give you three original recipes to prepare.
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Give your hot chocolate a twist with these recipes
1. Chili Spice Hot Chocolate
We know it sounds a little weird but it’s not. In fact, the flavor of cocoa stands out a lot when you add spices.
Need:
Milk (2 cups)
Dark chocolate (about 100 g, chopped)
Sugar to taste
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of chili powder
Preparation:
Heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
Add the chopped dark chocolate and stir until completely melted.
Add sugar to taste and mix well.
Stir in the cinnamon powder and a pinch of chili powder.
Continue stirring until everything is well combined.
Serve hot and enjoy.
2. Mint Marshmallow Hot Chocolate
Need:
Milk (2 cups)
Milk chocolate (about 100 g, chopped)
Sugar to taste
Peppermint extract (1/4 teaspoon)
Marshmallows
Preparation:
Heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
Add the chopped milk chocolate and stir until completely melted.
Add sugar to taste and mix well.
Add the peppermint extract and stir to incorporate.
Serve in mugs and garnish with marshmallows.
If desired, you can toast the marshmallows for a hint of smoky flavor.
3. Caramelized Orange Cinnamon Hot Chocolate
Need:
2 cups milk
100 g dark chocolate (with a high percentage of cocoa)
2 tbsp sugar
1 cinnamon stick
Peel of half an orange, cut into strips
1 pinch of salt
Whipped cream and chocolate zest for garnish (optional)
Preparation:
In a saucepan over medium heat, heat the milk and cinnamon stick until almost boiling.
Melt the chocolate in a microwave in adouble boiler or at short intervals in the microwave.
Add the melted chocolate to the hot milk and mix well until incorporated.
Add the sugar and a pinch of salt. Stir well.
Add the strips of orange peel to the mixture and let it infuse for about 5 minutes.
Remove the cinnamon stick and orange peel strips from your chocolate.
Serve the hot chocolate, washwith whipped cream and chocolate zest if you’re craving it.
Girls around the globe are embracing TikTok’s unapproachable makeup trend, intended to fend off the advances of unsolicited attention from the opposite gender. As the name suggests, the look is all about looking noticeably intimidating with the help of makeup. It’s also about embracing your femininity and taking back your confidence rather than catering to the male gaze. The unapproachable makeup emphasizes darker features, such as bold lips and a smokey eye, which happen to coincide with the moodier aesthetic of the fall and winter seasons. Ahead, you will discover our beauty tips for looking fierce and unapproachable.
The ‘unapproachable makeup’ trend is an intentionally bold and dramatic look featuring strong contouring, dark eyes, and striking lip colors. The overall intent is to create a powerful and somewhat intimidating appearance. This trend goes full glam. Think siren eyes, dramatic lashes, sharp contours, and a statement lip. And if you want to take things up a notch, you can bleach your brows, as seen on celebs like Dua Lipa and Ashley Graham.
This makeup trend also has some wellness aspects to it. The look is to evoke confidence and empowerment. It allows women to be comfortable in their skin and beauty choices, while not letting others (mostly men) ruin it. This trend snatches the eyes and faces to give a sultry/sensual vibe. It says, ‘I’m confident, I’m mysterious and unfazed, honey!
The “unapproachable makeup” trend follows a few other bold looks we’ve loved. From “rockstar makeup” to “dark feminine aesthetic,” we’ve been leaning into edgier styles as of late—as have celebs like Alexa Demi, Billie Eilish, and Lori Harvey.
The popularity of this trend goes beyond the surface. It allows people to experiment with their makeup and express themselves creatively. Doing so can boost confidence and empower individuals to embrace their unique style or to avoid unwanted attention.
A closer look at the hashtag, which currently has over 98.5 million views, and you’ll see that creators have been using the unapproachable makeup look to embolden them in situations like asking for a raise at work to ward off unwanted advances at a club.
Now that we have gone into further details about unapproachable makeup, let us get into the makeup, shall we? First, we’re going to focus on the eyes. A subtle, smokey eye is wonderful for those who want to sport unapproachable makeup daily. Start with an eyeshadow primer for all-day wear. The beauty of this look is that it doesn’t have to be perfect. Use a clean finger or eyeshadow brush to apply asoft gray all over the eyelids. If your goal is a more defined feature, add a slightly darker shade to the crease. Next, use a dark black liquid eyeliner like Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner and Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil to sculpt the perfect winged eyeliner to create a cat-like shape. Elevate your arches using a brow gel, then fill in where desired with an eyebrow pencil. Then, apply two to three coats of your favorite lengthening mascara for ultra-wispy lashes. Consider popping on some false lashes along the outer corners of your eyes for a more dramatic effect.
When it comes to your face, there’s no strict guidance. Although, we do recommend paying closer attention to your bronzer application. A sculpted cheek and jawline will help to lift and shape the face for a defined look. Once that’s complete, finish the unapproachable makeup with a dark, vampy lip. A deep berry lip liner, topped with coordinating lipstick or deep brown nude liquid lipstick, will complement the darker eye makeup. However, don’t be afraid to go a few shades deeper to further adhere to the unapproachable makeup aesthetic. Add any finishing touches, then set your makeup to keep your makeup fresh and intact for the day.
PSA: Makeup is not always about enhancing natural features, sometimes there is room to experiment with bold and statement moves. As reclusive and lawless as this trend may sound, sometimes that’s exactly what the girlies need. Sometimes all they want is to enjoy a girls’ night out with their pals, without being bothered, and if that consists of a razor-sharp cat eye and bleached brows, then so be it.
After all, a full beat is worth a thousand words.
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Any Last Tips for Recreating This Look?
Take your eyeliner and make a dot at the inner and outer corners before drawing the wing. This step will help you create symmetrical wings on both eyes.
Less is more when smoking out the liner. Start with a small amount of black eyeshadow and add more if needed.
Keep Q-tips and micellar water on hand. Always have these tools handy when using darker colors. You’ll want to dip a Q-tip in micellar water to clean up and make the eyeshadow or eyeliner look crisp. And if you’re a beginner, do your eyes before the rest of your makeup it is way easier.
If you have hooded eyes, we recommend doing the winged liner at a straighter, more horizontal angle and emphasizing the smokiness of the bottom lash line more.
The girlies are in their ‘don’t talk to me era’ so here are more unapproachable makeup inspo:
Giving the “unapproachable” makeup trend a try ☠️ I used the @ELEMIS superfood facial oil to prep the skin for a seamless application #unapproachablemakeup#elemispartner
This is MY VERSION of the Unapproachable Makeup look on brown skin 🤎 i guess i was confused cause I felt using the term “unapproachable” means something different for everyone and the fox eye makeup is pretty but it doesnt have the same effect IMO for softer features and i wanted to add some color for the brown girlies as well ✨ Products @hudabeautyshop @Huda Beauty color corrector, faux filter powder, easy bake pressed powder @Smashbox Cosmetics always on foundation @YSL Beauty touche eclat radiant high coverage concealer @sephora collection blush @Fenty Beauty contour stick with @realtechniques contour brush from their new neutrals collection #unapproachablemakeup#browngirlmakeup#duochromemakeup#brownskinmakeup
Last year, TikTok took the beauty world by storm with the rise of the “I’m Cold” makeup trend, designed to mimic the rosy glow one attains from spending time outdoors during the winter. The trend’s popularity was so undeniable that passionate beauty enthusiasts eagerly anticipated its return, marking the arrival of November as the unofficial kickoff. Picture this as the ideal makeup to complement your snug, oversized sweatersand shearling-lined jackets. Now, we’re sharing all the ways to perfect the I’m Cold (no freezing required) makeup.
Now, for the important step of the “I’m Cold” makeup, opt for a liquid blush like SaieDew Blush Blendable Liquid Cheek Blush Rosy – warm roseandRare Beauty by Selena Gomez Soft Pinch Liquid Blush Worth – true rose to create those coveted flushed cheeks. Apply a generous amount to your cheeks and nose, blending seamlessly for a natural, just-came-indoors-from-the-snow effect. The liquid formula ensures the rosy hue appears authentically radiant and natural. To add to the charm, introduce a touch of Freck Beauty stick to create a smattering of faux-freckles and pop a sparkly highlighter on the bridge of your nose and the highest points of your cheeks.
Moving to the eyes, brighten them with a shimmery off-white eyeshadow and apply the same shade to the inner corners for an extra touch of sparkle. Beyond this, the rest of your makeup is entirely customizable. For those seeking a bit more dimension, consider eyeliner, mascara, and lips as optional additions to complete your wintry aesthetic.
Although the “I’m cold” makeup trend, like the “Strawberry Girl” makeup, aspires to be natural-looking, the questions are: is it wearable on an everyday basis, or is it just for TikTok? Well, we say this makeup trend is so much fun and gives people a chance to explore more than one ‘natural’ look…and find out what works for them. Either way, variations on a natural makeup aesthetic are here to stay for now.
As the weather continues to get chillier, we have no doubt the popularity of the I’m Cold makeup will only continue to grow!
Here Are The 2023 Upgrade Version Of I’m Cold Makeup Inspo:
I’m not built for the winter but at least my makeup looks cute ❄️ my take on the “I’m cold” makeup trend that I LOVE 💙 ib: @zoekimkenealy #wintermakeuplook#makeuptutorial#imcoldmakeup
This season, we have been obsessed withmonochrome makeup. The ease of sticking to a singular color palette makes getting ready effortless. Whilewarm, latte-inspired makeup looks are fitting for the colder months, there is a new color scheme that deserves all the accolades – dusty rose makeup. This versatile shade is a refreshing alternative to brown and copper, offering a universally flattering warmth that brightens the face. Whether aiming for a soft and romantic look or a more polished and professional appearance, monochrome dusty rose makeup caters to all styles.
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To incorporate the charm of dusty rose into your makeup routine, focus on cheeks, eyes, and lips. Begin with the eyes by selecting aneyeshadow palette that encompasses all the necessary shades. Apply a warm brown as a base on the eyelid and then use an eyeshadow brush to delicately blend your chosen dusty rose shade into the crease. This strategic placement not only opens up the eyes but also creates a subtle smokey effect. Extend the same color to the lower lash line, and for a touch of vintage charm, complement the rose shade with a winged eyeliner.
Lastly, no monochromatic makeup is complete without a matching lip color. Seek a shade that complements the dusty rose tones to bring the entire look together seamlessly. You can keep your lips matte or apply a similar shade of a high-shine lip gloss on top if desired.
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