The Vietnamese youth are currently following a trend of makeup inspired by the Y2K (2000s) style with the background music of the hit song “10 Minutes” by the famous singer Lee Hyori. Standing out on TikTok, a series of impressive transformation videos with millions of views and likes have attracted the attention of the online community. Let’s find out about this “hot and trendy” makeup trend in the following article!
1 The Y2K Makeup Trend Explodes with the Song “10 Minutes”
More than 20 years after its release, the song “10 Minutes” and the Y2K makeup and fashion style of “sexy queen” Lee Hyori have unexpectedly made a comeback and have been enthusiastically received by young people.
The distinctly Y2K makeup style, which was thought to be outdated, has now become fresh and is trending among Gen Z. The “Y2K transformation” videos have attracted millions of views and interactions on social media.
What makes this trend even more special is Lee Hyori’s hit song “10 Minutes,” which is used as the background music for the videos. Many viewers have shared that they feel like they are back in their “golden” youth when they hear this song: “I’m a 9X kid, this brings back so many memories,” “This was definitely the trend back then, 10 Minutes and Lee Hyori were super famous.”
The explosion of the Y2K trend is not limited to Vietnam but has also spread to other countries such as China, South Korea, and has been enthusiastically received by young people.
The Y2K Makeup Trend Explodes with the Song “10 Minutes”
2 Characteristics of the Makeup Style of the 2000s
The 2000s, also known as the Y2K era (short for Year 2000), was an era marked by the explosion of technology, the internet, and popular culture. Fashion and beauty trends were not immune to this influence, with the rise of vibrant,個性, and edgy colors.
Characteristics of the Makeup Style of the 2000s
When it comes to 2000s makeup, it’s impossible not to mention legendary beauty icons such as Paris Hilton, Britney Spears, and Christina Aguilera. They created makeup trends that were all the rage at the time, such as:
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Smoky eyes: Using multiple layers of dark eyeshadow to create a seductive and mysterious smoky eye effect.
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Thinly drawn eyebrows: Super thin, sharp eyebrows were the accent for big, round eyes.
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Glossy lips: Glossy lips in all shades, from nude to bright pink, gave a plump and vibrant look.
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Brown lip liner: Dark brown lip liner, combined with nude or light pink lipstick, accentuated the lips for a sensual look.
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Vivid color palette: Using vibrant colors such as green, blue, purple, pink, etc. for eyes and lips.
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Creating a glossy effect: Using shimmery eyeshadow, lip gloss, or highlighter to accentuate the face.
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Thick eyeliner: Drawing thick, curved eyeliner to make the eyes look bigger and more attractive.
Dark brown lip liner, combined with nude or light pink lipstick, accentuated the lips for a sensual look.
3 How to Do Y2K Makeup with the Song “10 Minutes” in 10 Minutes
Step 1 Skincare
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Start by washing your face with a gentle cleanser.
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Apply toner to balance the pH of your skin.
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Moisturize your face and the area around your eyes with a moisturizer that suits your skin type.
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Apply sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher to protect your skin from UV rays.
Step 2 Base Makeup
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Apply primer to create a smooth base for your makeup and help it last longer.
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Apply foundation with medium coverage that matches your skin tone.
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Use concealer to cover up pimples, dark circles, and uneven skin tone.
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Set your base makeup with powder or setting spray to keep it in place and prevent shine.
How to Do Y2K Makeup with the Song “10 Minutes” in 10 Minutes
Step 3 Eyes
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Prime your eyes with eye primer.
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Use a light-colored eyeshadow, such as beige or white, to blend evenly over your eyelids.
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Use a brown or copper eyeshadow to create depth for your eyes.
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Apply black or brown eyeliner along the upper lash line.
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Apply thick mascara to both upper and lower lashes.
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To keep up with the Y2K trend in Lee Hyori’s song “10 Minutes,” you can experiment with bolder eye colors such as green, purple, or blue.
Step 4 Eyebrows
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Shape your eyebrows to suit your face.
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Use an eyebrow pencil or powder to fill in your eyebrows.
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Brush your eyebrows with an eyebrow brush to shape and keep them neat.
