Lately, I am seeing images all over the Internet that resemble the ones above: flashy, glittery makeup looks that use every color of the rainbow and make the wearer look like a magical unicorn. So cute.

However, I have the problem that I can’t pull off eight different shades of pastel glitter at once in public. I just can’t do it. (If you’re someone who can, you’re amazing and please tell me your secrets.)

So in the spirit of finding a happy medium, I’ve become completely obsessed with the idea of rainbow-inspired makeup products, that let me try a couple bold shades without going too crazy.

If you’re ready to break into new territories of the color wheel in a way that’s subtle enough for everyday use, read on! I’m here to share some of my favorite makeup products from every color of the rainbow. Rock a different shade every day or combine a few – the choice is yours!

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Red

Products: Eyeshadow Palette – Lime Crime, Bright Red Liner – NYX, Lipstick – MAC, Burgundy Liner – Colour Pop

Sure, red isn’t completely out-of-the-box for makeup. Red lipstick and blush are formal classics, but incorporating them into your daytime look is a fun way to shake up your routine. (I vote for MAC’s Ruby Woo lipstick, which is a cult favorite for a reason.)

If you want to go a bit riskier, use red tones in your eye palette. This can be tough to balance without looking sick, (easier for people with darker or olive skin tones, more difficult for fairer-skinned people) but the results are amazing if you pull it off right. My favorite shade is deep burgundy, which looks especially stunning with dark brown eyes. 

Orange

Products: Eyeshadow Palette – Viseart, Blush – Natasha Denona, Burnt Orange Lipstick – Milani, Bright Orange Lipstick – MAC