ColourPop asked me to do a Disney Princess inspired makeup look using their new Disney Princess Super Shock Shadow collection, so I decided to do a Moana makeup look! So today, we’re channeling our inner Wayfinder with a Moana-inspired makeup look that’s guaranteed to make you feel like the hero of your own story. Grab your brushes and face paint, because it’s time to transform into the goddess of the sea. Or at least look like her at a tropical-themed party.
Table of Contents:
- Moana Face Paint Details
- Products Used in My Moana Makeup Look
- ColourPop Heart of Gold Vault
- Watch My Moana Makeup Tutorial
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Moana Face Paint with Flowers & Ocean Waves
For this Moana inspired makeup look, I thought it would be so cool to draw ocean waves for my eyeshadow (I did the waves with Super Shock Shadow and face paint!) Then I used the same face paint palette to draw some hibiscus flowers on my cheek, which I really think put this look over the top, and I’m so proud of how the finished look came out!
Jump to my Moana makeup tutorial or my Moana TikTok
I’ll include the video tutorial at the very end of this post and link everything I used to create my Moana makeup look, so you can recreate if you wanna (Tag me on IG if you do so I can repost you to my stories! @Debra_Jenn)
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Products Used in My Moana Makeup Look
- ColourPop Super Shock Shadow Disney Vault
- Mehron Face Paint Palette
- Detail Makeup Brushes for Face Painting
- ColourPop Pretty Fresh Foundation Shade 45W
See full list of products used here
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Moana Makeup Tutorial Step-By Step
Step 1: The Ocean-Wave Eyeshadow That Calls You
“I am Moana of Motunui. You will board my boat.” Translation? You will board this eye makeup journey.
Start by blending a vibrant blue eyeshadow across your eyelid in a wave shape. Think of it like painting the ocean that will guide you home (or to the nearest Sephora). Add depth by layering darker blue near the lash line and a shimmering turquoise on top for that sunlit ocean effect.
For the pièce de résistance, take water-activated face paint and draw tiny wave details along the edges. Not an artist? No worries. Just squiggle and call it “interpretive.”
Step 2: Hibiscus Cheeks for the Tropical Queen
“You can’t run from who you are.” True, but you can distract everyone with cute pink hibiscus flowers on your cheeks. Using pink face paint, draw a few small flowers on the high points of your cheekbones. Add some white dots or petals for detail and blend a touch of blush underneath for that windswept, sun-kissed glow.
Pro Tip: If anyone asks how you got so good at face painting, just say, “The ocean chose me.”
Step 3: Lipstick That’s Bright Enough to Rival Te Fiti’s Heart
For lips, go bold with a bright pink lipstick. Matte or glossy—it’s up to you, but make sure it’s vibrant enough to match the flowers and won’t smudge while you’re belting out How Far I’ll Go. If you want to get really extra, dab a bit of glitter in the center of your lips because let’s face it—Moana would totally sparkle in 2024.
Step 4: Crimped Hair That’s Worthy of a Voyage
Moana’s hair may be naturally curly and wild, but we’re modernizing it with a barrel waver for a crimped, beachy look. Once you’ve waved your hair, toss in a flower clip or crown because, hello, tropical royalty. For added flair, spritz some sea salt spray to make it smell like you’ve just stepped off a Polynesian island (and not out of your bathroom).
Step 5: Optional Accessories for Full Moana Energy
“You know who you are,” but a little accessorizing doesn’t hurt. Throw on a shell necklace or carry around a fake oar. Bonus points if you casually start referring to everyone as “Maui.”
ColourPop Heart of Gold Vault
I feel so blessed that ColourPop sent me the entire Disney Princess Heart of Gold Super Shock Vault! I mean just LOOK at these colors!
If I’m not mistaken, they sold out of the vault pretty quickly, and unfortunately, but fortunately they restocked so you can still buy the super shock shadows in the Disney set!
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Watch My Moana Makeup Tutorial
Check out my Moana makeup tutorial below and don’t forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel while you’re there!
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Watch My Moana TikTok
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@debra_jenn Mo to the. E to the. Moana. 🌺 Is everyone here too young to get that reference? 😵💫 #moanamakeup #moana #makeuptutorial #disneymakeup #facepaint ♬ original sound – MADS
A Few Final Words of Wisdom
- “The past is behind us. The future is ahead.” And your makeup? Absolutely flawless.
- “If I go, there’s just no telling how far I’ll go.” Especially with this crimped hair and ocean-wave eyeshadow.
So grab your makeup bag, channel your inner adventurer, and sail confidently into the land of Instagram-worthy selfies. Whether you’re attending a Disney-themed party or just feeling extra on a Tuesday, this Moana makeup look will have you shining like Te Fiti herself. You’re welcome.
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