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Glossy Pop Newsletter: How will the 2016 trend impact the makeup looks of 2026?
By Sara Spruch-Feiner
Jan 23, 2026

Since 2016, makeup has skewed increasingly lighter and more natural. Today, we describe the dominating aesthetic as "no-makeup makeup" or "clean girl." It's had a long reign.

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This week, we take a look at fashion brands’ perspectives on the U.S. economic outlook for the year. Given geopolitical tensions, continued tariff uncertainty and new challenges related to AI, brands are preparing for a 2026 that could…

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