FIGURING OUT CELEBRITY AND DIVA BEAUTY TRENDS

 GLASS SKIN VS. SOFT MATTE: FIGURING OUT CELEBRITY AND DIVA BEAUTY TRENDS 

 

 

 






 
 
Within the recent past years, the beauty world has been left bedazzled by a fiercely contested duel of looks between two major heavyweights in the figures of glass skin and cloud skin (a.k.a. soft matte). While both looks continue to garner proponents at similar scales, it is pertinent to understand the peculiarities of both, including their pros and cons. This understanding, among other things, will enable enthusiasts towards better choices between both. 
 
Glass Skin 
The glass skin as an aesthetic pattern traces its roots to the Korean beauty (K-beauty) practices and is characterised by an intensely hydrated and shiny appearance, which leaves the skin looking smooth and reflective like glass. To achieve this look, multiple hydrating products are deployed, including toners and essences, which deliver dewy and light-reflective glow elements. 

 

 

 

 



 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pros 
★    Boosts hydration  
★    Phases out fine lines effortlessly  
★    Delivers a natural, radiant and minimal finish 
 
Cons 
★    Quite intensive to maintain, especially during high humidity conditions 
★    Can appear greasy under the flashes of the camera 
 
Cloud Skin 
The cloud skin look represents a less glowy but more sophisticated approach, inclined towards a matte or semi-matte finish. It delivers a polished look that de-emphasises shine. It initially gained prominence through the social media and ultimately became a beauty sensation among celebrities such as Rihanna and as well as other beauty enthusiasts and makeup patronesses. 
 
Pros 
★    Keeps oil under control 
★    Smudge resistant; i.e. able to retain look, keeping sweat away 
★    Lasts longer with less maintenance  
 
Cons 
★    Could appear cakey if over-applied 
★    Higher tendency of escalating risk for textured or acne-prone skin 
 
In Comparison 
While both looks are great in their own rights, they present peculiarities, as indicated earlier, which make each a favourite for various individuals depending on several factors. First, while the glass skin look would be more suitable for dry or dehydrated skin types, the cloud skin look would work well for oily or combination skin variants. In terms of temperature considerations, the glass skin fits better in cooler conditions while the cloud skin complements a more humid atmosphere. Furthermore, when the consideration dwells on the type of event, the glass skin look favours shorter time frames of between 4 - 6 hours, such as dinner dates. On the other hand, the cloud skin look is a go-to for events and programmes which entail more extended periods including, corporate work hours and weddings (especially for the brides). 
 
In Conclusion 
From the foregoing, it is clear that, of these two dominant looks, there is no vanquished as both are equally winners. Also, the question as to which is preferred over the other does not arise. Ultimately, preferences are tied to considerations tailored to the peculiarities of both looks. However, a more trendy pattern has emerged in the form of a hybrid approach, where both looks are simultaneously applied to different parts of the face. For instance, the cloud skin could be applied on the t-zone while the glass skin covers the cheeks or vice versa. This more explorative approach provides an avenue for users to experiment for more creative outcomes. 

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