4th of July makeup and beauty
Your 4th of July look starts here with easy, festive beauty for every plan under the sun.
Patriotic picks
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KYLIE COSMETICS
Cosmic Kylie Jenner Intense Eau de Parfum
Morphe
Lifeproof 16-Hour Continuous Setting Mist
Summer metallics
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Charlotte Tilbury
Exagger-Eyes Waterproof Eyeshadow Stick
Morphe
Continuous Prep & Set Setting Mist+
KYLIE COSMETICS
Cosmic Kylie Jenner 2.0 Eau de Parfum
Poolside refresh
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e.l.f. Cosmetics
Sheer For It Blush Tint
Sol de Janeiro
Glowmotions Body Oil Glow Anywhere Set
Backyard bbq
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The Hair Edit
Ruffled Gingham Oversized Scrunchie by Danielle Bernstein
L'Oréal
True Match Hyaluron Tinted Balm Embellisher
4th of July Makeup & Beauty: Frequently Asked Questions
What are some simple patriotic nail ideas?
Channel your 4th of July spirit with patriotic nails at Ulta Beauty! We have everything you need to create a winning mani, from classic colors like red, white, and blue to sparkly glitters and fun nail art supplies.
- Classic Colors: Showcase your patriotism by painting your nails red, white, and blue. You can alternate colors for a fun twist. Browse our nail polish selection to achieve this look.
- Metallic Mania: Go for an Olympic-worthy shine with metallic and glitter polishes. Ulta Beauty offers a wide range of metallic and glitter shades to add a touch of glamour to your mani.
- French Flair: Give the classic French manicure a patriotic twist by using red or blue for the tips. Ulta Beauty has a great selection of long-lasting polishes perfect for creating a flawless French manicure.
No matter your skill level, Ulta Beauty has the products and inspiration to create the perfect patriotic nails for the Olympics!
How to do 4th of July makeup?
Start with a fresh, glowy base—a lightweight foundation or tinted moisturizer that keeps your skin happy through the heat. From there, the fun begins.
Here's an easy way to play it up:
- Pick your palette: Go full red, white and blue, or keep it soft with a glowy patriotic vibe—shimmery golds, peachy blush and a touch of cool blue liner.
- Add the accents: A swipe of bold red lip, a pop of blue on the lower lash line or a little star detail near the outer corner all bring the festive feel.
- Make it pop: Layer on highlighter for that lit-from-within glow that reads beautifully in fireworks-lit selfies.
- Lock it in: Finish with long-wear, sweat-proof picks—waterproof mascara, transfer-resistant lip and a setting spray—so your look lasts from backyard BBQ to last sparkler.
What are some popular 4th of July makeup looks?
Popular 4th of July makeup looks lean festive, glowy and fun—think red, white and blue with a fresh twist. Here are the favorites worth trying:
- Classic red lip + glowing skin: A bold red lip paired with that lit-from-within glow. Timeless and so easy.
- Blue liner, neutral everything else: Keep your base soft and let a pop of blue liner do the talking.
- Soft shimmer metallics: Shimmery golds and pearly finishes that catch every bit of firework sparkle.
- Patriotic eye accents: A tiny star at the outer corner or a wash of red, white and blue on the lids.
- No-makeup makeup with festive touches: Bare-skin vibes plus one playful detail, like a red lip or starry liner.
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