Top 25 Beauty Trends of 2014
A recap of the hottest in makeup and hair this year.
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Best in Beauty - Everything from a big pout to a big booty was on everyone's "Wish-I-Had" list and thanks to some new products on the market and makeup tricks some of these looks were actually achievable (okay, maybe not the booty part). Click through to see a recap of the hottest in makeup and hair that took the year. By Jazmine A. Ortiz (Photos from Left: Jason Merritt/Getty Images, Jason Merritt/Getty Images, Gotcha Images/Splash News)
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Pouty Lip - The youngest of the Kardashian-Jenner clan started probably one of the biggest beauty trends this year – the pouty lip. Beauty mavens everywhere made it their personal mission to recreate this look. Everything from makeup tricks to lip plumping serums are flying off shelves to get the oh-so-coveted “Kylie Jenner lip”. By Jazmine A. Ortiz (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)
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Extensions - Weave is nothing new, but in 2014 everyone was switching up their look on a weekly basis thanks to new celebrity lines of wigs, clips-ins and hair do-dads. Teyana Taylor got in on the action with her own line, Taylor ‘D Textures, a mixture of Brazilian and Peruvian virgin hair curled to perfection.(Photo: Teyana Taylor via Instagram)
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Brows on Fleek - Power to the brows! This year eyebrows stepped out of the shadows and are having their moment as an important focal point on the face. Everyone’s eyebrow muse, Cara Delevingne, has taught us the bolder, the more beautiful. And tons of cosmetic eyebrow enhancing products are on the market, so if your natural ones are not on fleek, they should be. (Photo: David M. Benett/Getty Images)
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Blunt Bangs - These itty bitty bangs caused quite a stir in 2014 when Bey debuted them back in October. Although they were short lived and received some criticism, many said yes to short bangs. Not sure the trend will work for you? Try clip-in faux bangs like Beyoncé. (Photo: Gotcha Images/Splash News)
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Flip Manicure - When you’ve done just about every nail design you could possibly imagine, it’s time to turn your hands over and get your “flip” on. It’s when you decorate under the tips of your nails, and in 2014 we saw crystals, studs and even vibrant reds imitating Christian Louboutin’s iconic red sole. Ciara was definitely a fan.(Photos from left: MP Nails via Pinterest, Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images)
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Eye Lash Extensions - Falsies have been upgraded, now you can go to a lash technician and even hit a lash bar to get them professionally done. These babies typically last six to eight weeks, so no more wasting time on endless coats of mascara or worrying if your lash glue is showing. Draya Michele swears by them.(Photo: Draya Michele via Instagram)
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Vibrant Hair Hues - 2014 was all about what hair hue you were going to try next and no color was off limits. Florescent shades of reds and purples and blues like Nicole Richie’s were popular. Pastels like lavender and gray also had a major moment.(Photo: PacificCoastNews)
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Undercut - The shaving trend isn’t quite over; it’s just found a new sweet spot—the undercut. The undercut is when you shave the bottom back part of your head. There are different ways to rock the undercut. Christina Milian had a design etched in hers while Kylie Jenner dyed hers a vibrant blue. The possibilities are endless.(Photo: Christina Milian via Instagram)
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Fierce Topknot - Top knots are always a thing, but a fierce top knot like Rita Ora’s from the 2014 American Music Awards is a totally new way to revamp the style. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)
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Big Booty - It’s no secret 2014 was the year of the booty and stars like Nicki Minaj, Kim Kardashian, Iggy Azalea and Jennifer Lopez were all competing for the "booty of the year" crown. This year also brought us romp-shaking anthems like “Anaconda” and “Booty”.(Photos from left: Capitol Records, Cash Money Records, Paper Magazine, Winter 2014)
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High Ponytail - Sure Ariana Grande can hit a high note, but she made our 2014 Beauty Trendsetters list for her high pony. This little lady definitely brought the half-up, half-down hairstyle back and back with a vengeance. Take note! High volume is the key to this look, ladies. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)
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Faux Dreads - We are grateful 2014 brought us faux dreads. We love this look because you do so many different styles with them. Jhené Aiko rocked hers in a bun and it was ca-yute. (Photo: Jhene Aiko via Instagram)
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Blonde Hair With Dark Roots - Blonde bombshells took a step into the dark side this year by sporting dark roots. Sure, it sounds all wrong, but trust us, it looks so right. Check out Nicki Minaj slaying the trend in her “I’m Out” video.(Photo: Epic Records)
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Contour Craze - Kim Kardashian always gives a good beat face. Her secret? Coutour, contour, contour. Pick up a good contouring powder and brush. Once you’ve mastered the technique, you can shape your face any which way and stay beat to the gawds! (Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram)
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Loose Braids - Stars, like Keke Palmer, who usually opt for straighter styles made things interesting this year by mixing it up with braids. From Senegalese twists to box braids, this trend definitely shined this summer. (Photo: Keke Palmer via Instagram)
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Nude Makeup - Never go wrong in nude, nude makeup that is. The key to the barely there trend is to mix and match the perfect tones to complement your skin and not look overdone. Karrueche has this one mastered.(Photo: Chelsea Lauren/WireImage)
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Flash Tattoos - These metallic tattoos are a celebrity favorite. They are jewelry inspired and give you the look of gems without actually wearing any. Peep Selena Gomez's choker style. Show them off in a bikini on your next vacay for a little dazzle.(Photo: Selena Gomez via Instagram)
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Colorful Eyeliner - It’s safe to say that all eyes were on Lupita Nyong'o this year. A staple of her flawless beauty looks were colored eyeliner in electric hues like turquoise and violet. If you really want to make those peepers pop, this is a must do.(Photo: Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic)
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Black Lipstick - It takes a fearless woman to wear a black lippie, so it’s no wonder Rihanna’s a fan. Many stars were seen out and about wearing the trend and it’s perfect for the colder months. If you’ve tried just about every makeup look in the book, this should be the next. It packs serious punch. (Photo: Michel Dufour/WireImage)
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