We can’t be friends Ariana Grande music vid makeup

Okay, Arianators and makeup enthusiasts, let's talk about the iconic look from Ariana Grande's 'We Can't Be Friends' music video! Seriously, who wasn't captivated by her dreamy, ethereal vibe? I've been obsessed with recreating it, and after a lot of trial and error (and a few too many winged liner attempts!), I think I've finally cracked the code. This isn't just about copying, it's about channeling that soft, romantic, yet subtly glamorous energy she always brings. First things first, the eyes are the star of the show. Ariana's signature winged liner is softer in this video, less sharp and more blended. My secret? I use a super fine-tipped liquid liner, like R.E.M. Beauty's 'At the Borderline' Eyeliner, to create a thin line close to the lash line, extending it into a gentle wing. Then, I take a tiny brush with a dark brown or charcoal eyeshadow and softly smoke out the very edge of the liner, giving it that blurred, dreamy effect. Don't forget those lashes! A few coats of a volumizing mascara, and if you're feeling extra, some wispy individual lashes on the outer corners really open up the eye. For the lid, a wash of a shimmery, neutral shadow – think light champagne or a soft rose gold – makes the eyes pop without competing with the liner. Next up, that *glowy, flawless skin*. Ariana always looks like she's lit from within, right? I start with a hydrating primer to create a smooth canvas. For foundation, I lean towards something light-to-medium coverage that lets my natural skin peek through, then I use a bright, creamy concealer under my eyes and on any blemishes. The key here is *blending*! I use a damp beauty sponge to press everything in, making it look seamless. For that subtle contour and flush, I've been loving cream products. A touch of a cool-toned cream bronzer under my cheekbones and a soft pink or peach cream blush on the apples of my cheeks, blended upwards towards my temples, gives that natural lift. And of course, highlighter! A liquid or cream highlighter tapped on the high points of my cheekbones, brow bone, and cupid's bow pulls the whole look together. R.E.M. Beauty's 'Lunar Lavender' or 'Miss Mercury' highlighters are perfect for this! Finally, the *lips*. Ariana often goes for a perfect nude, and in this video, it's a soft, slightly plumping gloss. I start by lining my lips with a nude-pink lip liner, just slightly overlining my cupid's bow for that signature pout. Then, I fill them in with a satin-finish nude lipstick that matches my natural lip tone, or a shade just a bit warmer. To get that juicy, 'We Can't Be Friends' vibe, I layer a clear or very sheer pink plumping lip gloss right in the center of my lips. R.E.M. Beauty has some amazing plumping glosses that give just the right amount of shine and fullness without being sticky. Now, I know some of you might be thinking, 'What about an everyday look, or even those 'no makeup' days?' Good news! This look is totally adaptable. For a more natural vibe, you can skip the liner and just focus on a good mascara and a touch of the shimmery lid shadow. Or, simply use a skin tint instead of foundation, a little bit of cream blush, and that perfect nude gloss. It's all about enhancing your features subtly, which Ariana does so well even when she's going for a more 'bare-faced' moment. It’s about feeling confident and radiant! Have you tried recreating her 'We Can't Be Friends' makeup? What are your go-to products or tips? Let me know in the comments! I love seeing how everyone interprets her incredible style. Happy glamming!