Glow, glam or galactic? Coachella 2025 makeup trends that’ll make you stand out

Published on: Apr 20, 2025, 18:44:57 IST

By Akanksha Agnihotri

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Festival-goers at Coachella 2025 flaunted diverse makeup styles, from effortless glows to vibrant rhinestone designs. (Instagram)

Coachella 2025 brought bold beauty looks, from glowing skin to full-on face gems. Discover the makeup levels that stole the spotlight and how to recreate them.

Coachella 2025 brought out an array of stunning makeup looks, ranging from subtle shimmer to dramatic rhinestone-studded designs. Festival-goers embraced bold creativity with everything from soft, glowing skin to full-on face gems and neon colours.

Sonia Presswala, Creative Stylist at Looks Salon, shared with HT Lifestyle her take on the different makeup levels spotted at the desert fest, decoding the standout trends to help you plan your next show-stopping beauty look. (Also read: From Alia Bhatt’s dewy glow to Priyanka Chopra’s bold lips: 5 Bollywood-inspired makeup looks to try this season )

Level 1: Barely there babe

It all starts with the fresh-faced, effortless glow. Tinted moisturiser or BB cream, brow gel, clear lip gloss or tinted balm, and a touch of highlighter. Like you just woke up glowing. It's effortless, low-maintenance, and perfect for long days in the sun.

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Level 2: Clean girl glow

The 'clean girl' aesthetic = clear, radiant skin. Dewy skin with light coverage, brushed-up brows, cream blush and dewy highlighter, neutral eyeshadow with a soft shimmer on the eyelids, glossy nude lips, and maybe some mini gems or shimmer on the inner corners.

Level 3: Boho chic

Earthy goddess meets desert dream. Think warm-toned eyeshadow (terracottas, bronzes), smudged eyeliner, sun-kissed bronzer, faux freckles, nude or burnt orange lips, and subtle face gems or metallic liner for that boho sparkle to look like a desert goddess.

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Level 4: Euphoria energy

Glitter, glam, and bold choices. Graphic eyeliner, neon liners, rhinestones or gems, colourful eyeshadow (pastels, neons), shimmery highlight, and glossy lips or bold matte shades. This is where the makeup brings full Main Character energy.

Level 5: Full fantasy

Coachella meets cosplay. Intricate face art (stars, celestial designs, etc.), face gems, holographic highlighters, full glam lashes, glitter brows, bold colour palettes (iridescent, duo-chrome), overlined lips or lip art, hair accessories, body shimmer, and themed outfits to match – looking like an art piece.

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Akanksha Agnihotri
Akanksha Agnihotri is a lifestyle journalist with over 3 years of experience. She is a psychology graduate and holds a postgraduate diploma in Radio and Television Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi, where she graduated as a gold medalist. Originally from Bhopal, the beautiful capital of Madhya Pradesh, she draws inspiration from the city’s rich cultural heritage and layered storytelling traditions that subtly shape her narrative voice. She writes extensively about fashion, beauty, health, relationships, culture, and food, exploring everything from trending styles and runway moments to wellness routines and mindful living. Passionate about meaningful and candid conversations, she enjoys interviewing celebrities, doctors, designers, and film personalities, diving into discussions on fitness, beauty, mental health, and everything fun in between. With a keen eye for trends and a thoughtful understanding of human behaviour, she brings depth, sensitivity, and authenticity to her stories, ensuring they resonate with a wide and diverse audience. When she’s not working, you’ll usually find her lost in a book, planning her next mountain trek, or mapping out spontaneous travel escapes. She loves discovering new authors, revisiting old favourites, and spending quiet afternoons in museums soaking in art, history, and culture. An avid bird-watching enthusiast, she finds joy in early morning walks, spotting rare birds, and reconnecting with nature. Whether sipping coffee while journaling her thoughts or exploring hidden corners of a new city, she constantly seeks inspiration in everyday moments that often turn into compelling story ideas.Read More

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