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CHANEL Fall Winter 2026 Makeup Look: Radiant Skin & Effortless Parisian Beauty
Rim Nsouli
19-March-2026
At the CHANEL Fall Winter 2026 Show in Paris, beauty unfolded with the same quiet sophistication and precision that defines the House. The makeup seen on models on the runway was an ode to luminous skin, clean base and delicate touches of color.
A Skincare-First Glow
The look began with an indulgent skincare ritual rooted in radiance and regeneration. Skin was prepped with SUBLIMAGE L’EXTRAIT DE NUIT, gently smoothed across the face and neck to restore vitality and suppleness. This was followed by SUBLIMAGE LA CRÈME TEXTURE UNIVERSELLE, applied using the signature “LE GESTE SUBLIME RADIANCE” technique—broad, circular motions that enhance circulation and awaken the complexion.
For added comfort and subtle luxury, SUBLIMAGE L’EXTRAIT HUILE LÈVRES was applied throughout the day, delivering hydration with a sensorial, couture-like touch. A final veil of SUBLIMAGE LA BRUME, misted both under and over makeup, sealed in freshness while boosting the skin’s natural glow.
A Naturally Perfected Complexion
Complexion remained fresh and breathable, embodying CHANEL’s signature “second-skin” finish. LES BEIGES WATER-FRESH COMPLEXION TOUCH was seamlessly blended into the skin, offering sheer, luminous coverage. Any imperfections were discreetly refined with ULTRA LE TEINT LE CORRECTEUR.
A soft flush of color came from JOUES CONTRASTE INTENSE, delicately placed at the center of the cheeks and diffused upward for a lifted effect. Subtle contouring was achieved with LES BEIGES HEALTHY GLOW BRONZING CREAM, sculpting the face with warmth and dimension.
To catch the light, BAUME ESSENTIEL was tapped onto the high points of the face—cheekbones and the bridge of the nose—creating a natural, dewy sheen that felt both modern and effortless.
Two Expressions of the CHANEL Woman
This season introduced two distinct eye and lip variations, each capturing a different facet of CHANEL femininity:
Look 1: Effortless Definition
Eyes were softly defined using STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF along the upper lash line, subtly enhancing the lash fringe with a natural intensity. The look extended slightly to the outer lower lash line for added depth.
Lips were kept understated with ROUGE COCO BAUME in “Natural Charm,” applied directly and blended with the fingertips for a blurred, barely-there finish.
Look 2: Soft Luminosity
For a more ethereal expression, OMBRE ESSENTIELLE in “Lilas Poudré” was swept across the eyelids, layered with “Blanc Perle” to create a luminous, multidimensional effect. The color extended softly to the lower lash line, adding depth without heaviness.
Lips took on a fresh, rosy hue with ROUGE COCO BAUME in “Chilling Pink,” topped with BAUME ESSENTIEL for a glossy, light-reflecting finish.
Polished Details
Brows were gently redefined and brushed upward using STYLO SOURCILS HAUTE PRÉCISION, framing the face with natural structure.
Nails mirrored the collection’s understated elegance: prepped with LA BASE CAMÉLIA, coated in LE VERNIS “Ballerina,” and finished with LE GEL COAT for a refined, lacquered shine. Hands were completed with the nourishing touch of LA CRÈME MAIN.
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