There's a new way to go earthy with your makeup. We are not talking neutral shades, pale hues and no makeup look. We are saying, look around and note the bright colours of the natural elements. Take inspiration. Try colours like sea blue, moss green, peach, mauve, pink, cherry and pair with earthy brown or khaki in soft blend for nature-inspired makeup. Says makeup expert Vidya Tikari, "Colours of fruits and flowers have always inspired spring
makeup. Shades of cherry, peach and apple are best to do up your lips. There is a brightness in the colours. To keep it natural the colours of the makeup should complement your skin tone. Makeup should make your skin seem fresh, healthy and glowing, as if you've just run through a valley of flowers." Enhance your nature-inspired makeup by blending different textures of
products for unique effect. For instance blend shimmer with soft focus shades; or try matte shadow with glossy or creamy lips.



Skin like dewy flower



The primary thing about putting on any makeup is good skin condition. In nature inspired look your skin needs to be at its natural best. "The product should leave a bit of shine on your face and not shimmer. Dust a mineral foundation powder. Then Vitamin E spray from The Body Shop or Fix IT Spray from MAC or spritz of Evian Spa water on your face to set the base and get a soft, dewy effect," says Vidya.



Sun kissed and earthy



While dewy skin evokes the freshness of the morning, matte bronzer or terracotta blush dusted on apple of your cheeks, temples and chin suggests a woman who's is love with the outdoors, and enjoys being one with the sun and the earth. To get the look apply the blush on the centre of your cheeks, chin, and sides of your forehead. Complete the look with two coats of mascara that's been slightly smudged for a natural effect.



Sea tone lids



Turquoise, blue and green are hot eye colours for spring summer 2010. These colours also mimic the hues that you catch in the sunlit beach. To wake up your eyes, rim you lower lash line with a bright blue or a turquoise liner. The impact is bold and bright without being
over the top. Create smoky eye with a blend of green, charcoal grey and a dash of gold. Pair this look with soft creamy peach lips and terracotta blush around the temples.



Fruit infused lips



Nothing spells back-to-nature concept better than lips that are soft, pliable and done up in fruity tints. But the trick is to wear softer tones - like replace bright orange with soft peach. Also the mouth is not drawn, and the edges of the mouth are soft. Try lips that look as if been stained with a juice of a berry. Pick soft shades like pink cherry, soft apple red and
creamy peach.