Hot!
Stripes!
Hot!
Red!
Hot!
Those were the 5 words that instantly came to mind when I saw Katy Perry’s GQ Magazine cover. Her makeup, hair and bod looks great! It got me thinking about re-creating this pinup look using drugstore makeup. So let’s explore Katy Perry’s pinup look using Maybelline drugstore cosmetics.
Maybelline Color Sensational Elixir in Signature Scarlet
Of course we had to start with the iconic pinup red lips. This bold, ruby red lip color combines a softening balm with exuberant shine. Comes in 20 delictable shades and retails for ($7).
Maybelline Fit Me Shine Free Foundation Stick
This convenient stick foundation has an anti-shine core for a flawless, natural matte finish. The foundation goes on creamy and blends easily. It dries to a lightweight powder. The fit sticks are available in 12 shades and retails for ($7).
The new Maybelline Master Hi-Light Blush by FaceStudio blush in Pink Rose
Maybelline DreamLumi Touch Highlighting Concealer
This is a gel-infused concealer designed to make your skin look brighter and more radiant. Apply over your foundation to highlight cheekbones, under eyes, bridge of nose, forehead, chin, cupids bow and brow bone. It will help contour or “sculpt” your face while making you appear more awake. Comes in 6 shades and retails for ($7).
Maybelline Rocket Volum Express Mascara
This mascara promises 8x more volume as well as longer lashes. Katy’s lashes are very full which can be achieved with tons of mascara that won’t clump. This mascara has micro bristles to define and declump lashes ($6).
Maybelline Master Hi-Light Blush
New to the maybelline line, this light diffusing hilighter/blush/bronzer gives cheeks a natural glow. Comes in 3 universal shades: Pink Rose, Nude and Mauve. For Katy’s look use the pink rose shade. It retails for ($10).
There you have it. We managed to create Katy’s pinup look with all drugstore makeup and nothing was over $10! Now I can’t close without mentioning her hair. To get those loose, beach waves consider using a salt spray like John Masters Organic Sea Mist Salt Spray($16).
What do you think of Katy Perry’s GQ magazine cover? Is there anything you would add or take away? Or is it the perfect pinup look for her? Be sure to let me know in the comments below what you think!
