CANMAKE, the one and only Japanese cosmetic brand that I’m using celebrated its grand 30th anniversary last weekend at Beauty Expo and unveiled the latest range of face, eye, cheek, and lip colours.

The theme Glossy & Shiny for the party season gave a natural, light, translucent looking skin with dewy glow is the centre stage of this look. Complement the look with glossy lips to accentuate natural lip colour. Another trend that is currently popular in Japan is Color Coordinate. This look is all about coordinating the lips and cheeks using the same colour. Seal the look with gel blusher blended high on the cheek, just below the eyes for the oriental doll look.

These two latest makeup trend – Glossy & Shiny and Color Coordinate are suitable for Malaysian women as they will be able to carry it easily. There are certain similarities between the two cultures when it comes to makeup styles such as a general preference for lighter makeup for the natural look.

Here are some of the new CANMAKE products for Glossy & Shiny and Color Coordinate range.

Top left to right:

• Juicy Pure Eyes Eyeshadow Trip (RM39.90) – Eyeshadow trios that provide natural definition. Featuring a top coat that offers juicier, longer-lasting eye color.
• Secret Color Eyes (RM45.90) – Eyeshadow palette that features a red shadow to create a delicate tint on the lower lid to enhance the skin’s translucence, while deepening eye contours using the palette’s shader and highlighter.

Bottom left to right:

• Lip & Cheek Gel (RM49.90) – A melting smooth texture that can be used on both lips and cheeks. The 2-in-1 product gives a burst of color that can be applied in layers to deepen the intensity.
• Matte & Crystal Cheeks (RM49.90) – Comes with two shades of powder designed for the perfect texture. Matte blush that gently conceals pores and crystal topping, packed with delicate pearl powder that adds a dewy sheen to enhance translucence.