8 Beauty Trends Defining Spring 2026

Spring beauty is all about lightness, with sheer textures, fresh finishes, and skin that looks lit-from-within. There’s something about the season that makes beauty feel a little more playful, whether through a radiant complexion, a new scent, or an effortless hair accessory. At the same time, routines are becoming more streamlined, often blurring the line between skincare and wellness. This season’s defining trends focus on radiance, customization, and subtle statement-making. —Maddie Clerides

Green powders

The latest evolution in colour-correcting makeup, green setting powders are quickly becoming a makeup artist secret weapon. Designed to neutralize redness using colour theory, these soft mint-toned formulas help blur and even the complexion. making them ideal for calming flushed skin, acne, or rosacea without adding extra coverage. Unlike traditional correctors, they double as a finishing powder, leaving skin looking smoother and more balanced. Try a loose formula from Laura Mercier, or a pressed formula from Prada Beauty.

Hair mists

Fragrance is no longer reserved for the pulse points. Beauty, fragrance, and hair brands alike are incorporating hair mists into their product range as the ultimate finishing touch. They are lighter than traditional perfumes, yet just as captivating. At a much more affordable price point, these are an easy-breezy way to try new fragrances. Popular formulations include Sol de Janeiro, Phlur, and Ouai.

Strawberry scents 

Juicy, nostalgic, and just a little bit playful, strawberry is the scent of the season. Reimagined with sophistication, the latest iterations pair the fruit’s sweetness with creamy, green, or even woody undertones, resulting in fragrances that feel less saccharine and more elevated. Try Nest’s Santa Barbara Strawberry, The 7 Virtues Strawberry Jam, and Phlur’s Strawberry Letter.

French hair pins

Minimalist yet endlessly versatile, French hair pins are the understated, cool-girl accessory dominating spring. Designed to twist and secure hair with ease, they offer a relaxed, Parisian-inspired elegance—ideal for low buns, soft chignons, or effortlessly pinned-up styles. While there are plenty of basic options on Amazon, French brands like Mauliébris handcraft these pins as little pieces of luxury.

Lash clusters

The era of overly dramatic strip lashes is giving way to something softer and far more customizable. Lash clusters offer a tailored, piece-by-piece approach that enhances the eye without overpowering it. Whether applied at home or in-salon, they strike the perfect balance between natural and defined. Whether you want to try a temporary version or clusters that last a few weeks, DIY tutorials are everywhere on social media and there are loads of products to try depending on your desired result. Kiss, Velour, and Ardell all make great options. While many come pre-glued, other lash glues can also be purchased for longer wear.

Red light therapy

Red light therapy is not new on the beauty scene, but its popularity has certainly been skyrocketing. Once reserved for dermatology clinics, red light therapy is now a solidified pillar in at-home beauty treatments. Known for its ability to support collagen production and reduce inflammation, this glow-inducing technology offers a low-effort, high-impact approach to long-term skin health. Due to the treatment’s growing popularity, there are many styles and brands to try including OmniLux, Shark Beauty, KALA, Therabody, and CurrentBody.

Elevated waves

This season’s take on waves is polished and effortlessly glamorous. As seen on Margot Robbie for the Wuthering Heights press tour, these waves are less beachy, more refined, defined by soft structure and a glossy finish. Although it looks editorial, this is an affordable and easy style to master. Try a three-barrel waver from brands like GHD, BondiBoost, and even Amazon and Moroccanoil hairspray for flexible hold.

Glass mists

The glass skin trend has persisted, and mists are the latest shortcut to achieving the ethereal look. These ultra-fine sprays deliver instant hydration and a dewy sheen, blurring the line between skincare and makeup for a complexion that appears smooth, radiant, and almost reflective. Popular choices include ONE/SIZE’s Powder Melt Glass Setting Spray, or K-beauty favourite d’Alba First Spray Serum.