✨ Bonjour, Beautiful—Let’s Talk Makeup That Doesn’t Try Too Hard
French beauty has never been about perfection. It's about confidence, intention, and just enough color to enhance what you already love about your face.
The signature look? Fresh skin, flushed cheeks, soft shimmer, and a bold lip if the mood strikes.
At Bonjour Babe Beauty, we believe your makeup routine should feel like self-love—not a 30-minute struggle session. This guide walks you through our take on the French girl makeup ritual using easy, glow-boosting products you’ll actually want to use.
🧴 Step 1: Start with Skin That Breathes
Before any makeup, French beauty begins with healthy, radiant skin.
Use a lightweight moisturizer like our Oil-Free Daily Moisturizer to keep your canvas balanced and smooth—no greasy finish, just soft hydration.
Optional Prep: Dab on a small amount of Collagen + Retinol Serum at night to keep skin firm and glowing under makeup.
Related Post: The Ultimate French Skincare Guide
💁♀️ Step 2: Even It Out—But Keep It Sheer
Skip the heavy full-coverage look. Instead, opt for a tinted moisturizer or lightweight foundation that lets your natural glow peek through.
Bonjour Babe’s Tinted Moisturizer
If you’re using foundation, mix it with a dab of moisturizer or serum for a dewier finish.
💖 Step 3: Add a Natural Flush with Liquid Blush
French girls don’t do stripes—they do flush.
Our Liquid Blush melts into skin for a believable glow-from-within effect. Shades like Hottie, Rosy, and Gatsby are perfect for that soft, romantic cheek.
Blush Blending Tips:
- Tap onto cheeks with fingers or sponge (never smear)
- Blend upward toward temples
- Add a dot to the bridge of the nose for a sun-kissed vibe
Related Post: How to Apply Liquid Blush Like a Pro
✨ Step 4: Subtle Shimmer, Not Sparkle Overload
Highlight the high points of your face with Liquid Shimmer for a soft, candlelit glow.
French girl shimmer = understated, not disco ball.
✨ Favorite shades:
Pro Tip: Apply to cheekbones, brow bone, and inner eye corners for a fresh, rested look.
👄 Step 5: Choose Lips Based on Mood
French makeup rules? There are none. Sometimes it’s a clear gloss, other days it’s a bold red lip.
🎯 Try These Looks:
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Glossy & Simple: Use a light and sheer Lip Gloss
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Bold & Classic: Pair Velvet Red Lip Stain with Scarlet Lip Liner for a powerful Parisian pout
Related Post: The French Lip: How to Master the Perfect Red Lip Like a Parisian
🎨 Optional: Soft Shadow or a Touch of Brown Liner
French girls often skip full glam eyeshadow—but if you want definition, go for soft neutrals or peachy shimmer from a a eyeshadow pan in our Eyeshadow Collection.
Keep liner minimal. Use brown or Dark Brown Eyeliner, smudged gently into the lash line. C’est chic.
✨ Final Look: Radiant, Real, and Totally You
The French girl makeup routine isn’t about hiding—it’s about highlighting. With just a few key products and the right application, you can glow confidently without ever looking overdone.
💋 Get the Look
Shop the French-inspired makeup must-haves from Bonjour Babe Beauty:
🛍 Liquid Blush Collection
🛍 Liquid ShimmerBonjour Babe Beauty
🛍 Matte Lip Stain & Lip Glosses
🛍 Oil-Free Moisturizer
✨ Your glow is personal. Let it shine, effortlessly. ✨