James Charles’ looks are iconic. He is one of the youngest beauty icons and getting your hands on his looks at an extremely affordable price is one hell of a steal.
Because James Charles is an iconic star, he does use very expensive beauty products to create his looks.
But today, we’re going to walkthrough:
- The best, trendiest and the simplest James Charles looks.
- Affordable alternative products you can use today to recreate them.
- And how to recreate those makeup looks.
So let’s get to it.
James Charles Looks 1: Sunset Eyeshadow, Wing liner, and Eyebrows Makeup Look For Beginners
As James Charles would say, “hey sisters,” this is one of the most iconic James Charles looks.
He goes in-depth to ensure all beginners trying to figure out how to do their eye Makeup understand how to really recreate this look to perfection.
The look is basically an orange-red eye shadow look that would look absolutely stunning on anyone going on a date or to a special event. And the reason is that the eyeshadow colors are extremely vibrant and give off celebration and fun date vibes.
So if you’re really looking for a James Charles eye look to recreate for your date, this is definitely the look to go for.
James Charles does an iconic job in this 30-minute video explaining how to recreate this eyeshadow look.
However, if you prefer a written tutorial, read on!
I also included some of the products below used to create the makeup look.
Products Used To Achieve First James Charles Eye Makeup Look
Anastasia Brow Pencil
- Brow Definer (Medium Brown)
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Morphe Brushes
- 12 Piece Set With Case
Tarte Shape Tape Concealer
- Formulated with a built-in eye cream for 24-HR moisturization.
- Pigment power of your fave concealer for skin that looks hydrated, never dry.
- Full coverage, natural moisturizing matte finish doesn't cake or settle in lines.
Affordable Alternative Products to Use to Recreate First James Charles Makeup Look
Revolution – The 35b Morphe Palette Alternative
35B morphe palette’s best alternative is this beauty right here. Going for $30, it is absolutely amazing with all the colors you’d need and more to recreate this James Charles look. It has great pigments that blend in well, are bright, and stay on for the entire day.
Morphe brush Alternative
The morphe brushes are extremely expensive. And to achieve this look, you really need to use good brushes to make sure the application is smooth and you’re able to blend and get the transitions to look as seamless as James Charles’ eye look.
- PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP BRUSH SET: Cover 18pcs brushes for Eye Shadow, Crease Shadow, Concealer, Blush, Foundation, Pressed or Loose Powders, Highlighter & Eyebrows. Ideally for applying, blending and shading products. Easy and convenient for daily makeup use.
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NYX mascara Alternative
NYX mascara has no alternative. It’s quite inexpensive. And I must give it to James Charles in this makeup look for choosing NYX mascara because not only is it affordable, but it also does a great job.
Tarte Shape Tape Concealer Alternatives
Now, it’s no secret that James Charles has light skin and the concealer he uses might not work for your skin tone. For that reason, here are four alternatives to this concealer based on your skin shade.
Concealer 1: Kiko Milano Concealer
- Fluid smoothing concealer with natural finish
- The new fluid formula blends perfectly and camouflages imperfections and under-eye circles
- Easy to apply and blend thanks to the new rotating applicator
- Dermatologically tested, Non-comedogenic
- 100% Italian Quality, professional makup
Concealer 2: Maybelline Age Rewind Concealer
- MAYBELLINE INSTANT AGE REWIND CONCEALER: America's 1 Concealer; Erase the look of dark circles, correct the appearance of redness and brighten the look of dull skin with Instant Age Rewind Eraser multi-use concealer.
- ANTI-AGING CONCEALER: Turn back time with this anti-aging under eye treatment concealer infused with Haloxyl. Say bye bye to the look of fine lines, blemishes, redness, and dark circles, and hello to a radiant, well rested, refreshed looking eye area
- BEST FACE FORWARD: Maybelline has sheer, medium, and full coverage foundation in liquid, stick, and cushion foundation formulas, and a range of concealers, plus face primers, contour, highlighter, and pressed powder to help you create a perfect canvas.
- MAYBELLINE HAS WHAT YOU NEED to create any look-foundation, bb creams, concealers & highlighters to create a perfect canvas, eyeshadows, brow pencils & eyeliners for any eye look & lip products, from showstopping matte lipstick to au natural lip balms.
- REMOVE MAYBELLINE MAKEUP WITH MICELLAR WATER: Use Garnier Micellar Water as a gentle makeup remover at night, and as a facial cleanser in the morning to prep skin for Maybelline makeup.
Concealer 3: LA Girl Pro Concealer
- Camouflages the appearance of skin imperfections Evens out skin tone Covers dark circles Minimizes fine lines Provides customizable coverage
Concealer 4: Loreal Paris Infallible Concealer
- Full Coverage Concealer: Experience full coverage and full face wear with a flawless matte finish for up to 24 hours; This multi use formula conceals imperfections and covers blemishes while doubling as a contour/highlight product
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Nyx professional Eye Brow Pencil – Anastasia Brow Pencil Alternative
The Nyc professional eyebrow pencil is an amazing cheap alternative to the Anastasia brow pencil that also has a smooth end.
The lines this brow pencil makes are not harsh and easily blend into your eyebrows.
It’s actually one of the best eyebrow pencils that are extremely affordable.
Plus, it has a super skinny tip, and you can always change the shade of the lines it creates by just changing the pressure similarly to Anastacia brow pencil. It’s an absolute steal.
How To Recreate First James Charles Makeup Look
This James Charles Makeup Look might not work for a lot of girls because it’s a little bit over the top (the James Charles way).
So if that’s you, here’s how to recreate a simpler James Charles-inspired look.
- Use a brow pencil with a smoother/ brush to allow you to blend the color into your brow so that it’s not so harsh.
- Then, using your brow pencil measure out how long you want to draw your eyebrows like this: (photo of James Charles showing what to do).
- Draw an outline of your eyebrows and fill it in. Don’t worry if it smudges or you make a mistake.
- Use a concealer that matches your skin tone and cover up your mistakes and apply the concealer on your eyelids to act as a base.
- Once you’re done with your eyebrows, it’s time to recreate James Charles eye makeup look.
3 Ways to Recreate First James Charles Makeup Looks
Use One Color on your eyelids and do the wing liner and finish up with the lashes.
In James Charles makeup look, he uses four colors on his eyelids. Orange, purple, and red to create a sunset vibe.
So instead of using all four colors, you can choose one color and finish it off with a wing liner.
Depending on which color you love, a purple makeup look, a red makeup look, an orange makeup look, or a yellow makeup look will still make you look bomb on your date.
Finally, finish up the look with the lashes but the step is completely optional. If you have the lashes, great. If you don’t have the lashes or don’t want to wear lashes, you’ll still look great!
Choose two colors and finish it up with the wing liner
Remember, in James Charles looks, there are four colors.
If you feel that’s too much but you still want the sunset vibes, you can always go for the two main colors that have the sunset vibes, orange, and red.
And instead of blending them as James Charles does, you can always pick the red and the orange in one stroke and apply it.
It will blend quite well, and you will skip all the steps he shows.
That’s one technique that can be used if you’re in a hurry and you want to blend two colors at once.
And because you’ve decided to go with the two colors, you can be a little dramatic and add the two colors under your lids using a small Morphe brush. If not, finish up the look with a wing liner and lashes.
Avoid using the transition shade (yellow)
James Charles look includes a transition shade that is applied on the upper section of the eye. And because that makes the entire makeup look over the top, simply don’t do it on the upper section of the eye.
Instead, don’t use the transition color on the eyelid itself and use all the three colors as he shows.
When you do this, the makeup look will be less dramatic.
James Charles Makeup Looks 2: Back to School Makeup Look/ Work Makeup Look
This is one of the simplest James Charles looks. It is one of those makeup looks that you can wear when going to work or going grocery shopping.
It doesn’t involve a lot of steps and will end up being your everyday look especially if you’re new to this makeup life.
James Charles makeup looks are over the top but with this one, he ensures that you have full coverage and you’re ready to run your errands still looking beautiful.
The look entails a foundation, concealer, lashes, and eyebrows.
There’s literally no eye makeup involved so it’s safe for you to assume that it’s one of those makeup looks that save you time especially if you’re running late for work/ school.
And yes, if you don’t have time, you can literally recreate this James Charles makeup look sitting in the car at your work parking lot (I’ve literally done this before) and it works.
If you’re in a hurry, scroll down for your 5-minute walkthrough on:
- What you can do to recreate this look
- The products that James Charles uses
- And the affordable alternatives that will give you the same coverage throughout the day
Products Used to Achieve Second James Charles Makeup Looks
Kiss beauty BB cream (blemish balm)
BB creams reduce your morning beauty routine by half because it tends to be a mixture of all your morning creams such as moisturizer, primer, sun protection, foundation, and skin treatment.
Maybelline Fit Me Stick Concealer
- Maybelline Concealer: With 12 shades, this oil-free concealer matches skin tones to deliver a more even complexion, with a flawless natural finish; The oil-free formula is breathable for natural-looking coverage that won't clog pores
- A Shade That Fits Me: Maybelline Fit Me liquid concealer provides coverage for a wide array of skin tones, from Fair to Cocoa; Use as a redness, blemish, and under eye circle concealer for a flawless, natural-looking finish
- Maybelline Fit Me For A Flawless Face: With Dewy+ Smooth foundation with SPF 18, Matte + Poreless foundation, concealer, powder, finishing powder, and blush, Maybelline New York Fit Me collection has everything you need to put your best face forward
- Maybelline has what you need to create any look: foundation, bb creams, concealers and highlighters to create a perfect canvas, eyeshadows, brow pencils and eyeliners for any eye look and lip products, from show stopping matte lipstick to au natural lip balms
- Remove Maybelline Makeup With Micellar Water: Use Garnier Micellar Water as a gentle makeup remover at night, and as a facial cleanser in the morning to prep skin for Maybelline makeup
NYX HD finishing setting powder
- High Definition Pressed Finishing Powder: Get HD camera ready; This silky mineral based pressed color correcting powder provides translucent coverage and has a lightweight matte finish
- Softens And Corrects: The silky formula can also help soften the appearance of fine lines; Lightly swirl with a tapered brush and dust onto face, or use a sponge applicator in desired areas
- Face From Foundation To Finish: Complete your makeup look with our full line of NYX Professional Makeup face products to aid in color correction and coverage from blush, bronzer, foundations and contouring concealer to palettes and powders
- Cruelty Free Cosmetics: We believe animals belong in our arms, not in a lab; All of our makeup is certified and acknowledged by PETA as a cruelty free brand; We don't test any of our products on animals
- Discover NYX Professional Makeup: Try all of our professional makeup and beauty products today, from eyeshadow, eyeliner, mascara and false lashes to lipstick, foundation, primer, blush, bronzer, brushes and more
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