12 Thanksgiving Makeup Looks You Can Try in 2025

Looking for makeup that will earn compliments at Thanksgiving dinner? No matter if you’re creating an event makeup, getting ready for a cozy family dinner, or simply looking for a fall makeup look to match the season, you’ll find plenty of inspiration here.

Check out these 12 cute Thanksgiving makeup looks that will pair perfectly with your turkey and pumpkin pie, and learn how you can try them out before the big day!

12 Best Thanksgiving Makeup Ideas 2025

Whether you’re updating your go-to fall routine or getting ready for Thanksgiving gatherings, these 12 Thanksgiving makeup looks 2025 have all the inspiration you need.

Thanksgiving Makeup Look 1: Soft Autumn Makeup

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This look captures everything we love about fall,warm bronze lids, peachy cheeks, and a blurred nude lip. It’s easy to wear and flattering on everyone, giving off that cozy, candlelit glow perfect for Thanksgiving dinners and relaxed weekend gatherings.

Thanksgiving Makeup Look 2: Glossy Neutrals

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You don’t need bright colors to make a statement. Liven up a neutral palette with some major shine. Choose an extra glossy lip color with high-definition liner and bold lashes to match. To keep your gloss shining through the whole day, make sure to layer it over a matching primer or stain, avoid oily foods, and reapply after eating.

Thanksgiving Makeup Look 3: Pumpkin Spice Palette

Pair that PSL with a makeup palette to match. Choose makeup in warm, earthy browns accents with burnt oranges and leafy greens to coordinate with your favorite fall drink. Draw focus to the eyes with an orange and brown smokey eye, or rock a kissable cinnamon-colored lip.

Thanksgiving Makeup Look 4: Cream Blush Glow

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Cream blush is the star of this year’s makeup trends, and it’s easy to see why. The creamy texture blends seamlessly into the skin, giving your cheeks a soft, cloud-like flush that lasts all day. Add a touch of shimmer or icy silver on the lids for balance, and you’ll have a fresh, glowing Thanksgiving look that feels cozy yet effortlessly modern.

Thanksgiving Makeup Look 5: Autumnal Orange Eyes

For a dinner look, consider emphasizing your eyes. A bold, orange eye color won’t need touching up between courses like a bright lip does. Stick with a nude palette for the rest of the look to let the eyes stand out.

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Thanksgiving Makeup Look 6: Smoky Bronze

Give your classic smoky eye a fall twist with a warm bronze palette. Choose something with a bit of sparkle to add some dimension to your usual look. Blend the bronze into a neutral color for a more traditional smoky eye, or go bold by blending it into an orange or red reminiscent of the changing leaves.

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Thanksgiving Makeup Look 7: Mascara Free

It may feel wrong to leave out a key part of your makeup routine, but the no-mascara look is taking the beauty world by storm this fall. Make your lips the centerpiece instead, with a bold gloss and minimal eye makeup.

Thanksgiving Makeup Look 8: Vampy Lip Revival

Bold lips never go out of style, especially when the weather turns crisp. Outline your lips with a deep liner—think plum or chocolate brown—and fill the center with a rich, complementary lipstick shade. The contrast adds depth and makes your lips look naturally fuller. Keep the rest of your makeup soft and warm, so the lip becomes the elegant finishing touch before moving into softer autumn tones.

Thanksgiving Makeup Look 9: Warm Smoky Eye

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Pumpkin-spice up your best glam cat eye with autumnal bronze shadow and burnt orange or brown lipstick.

Thanksgiving Makeup Look 10: Metallic Makeup

Metallic tones are the easiest way to add instant glam to your fall look. Sweep a wash of bronze, copper, or violet shimmer across your lids, and tap a hint of gold or jade at the inner corners to catch the light. The subtle shine adds depth and dimension, giving your Thanksgiving makeup a festive, eye-catching finish.

Thanksgiving Makeup Look 11: Subtle Shimmer

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Lean into the warm glow of early autumn with a subtle shimmer that illuminates your natural beauty. Glittery golds and bronzes will give you that end-of-summer glow well into the cooler days.

Thanksgiving Makeup Look 12: Melty Chocolates

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Warm, melty chocolate browns are the perfect fall complement for warm lips and eyes. A warm, pink blush beautifully rounds out a dark, glossy lip and chocolate eyes for a sweet look that will melt your dinner date’s heart

How To Try Thanksgiving Makeup Looks in YouCam Makeup

If you’re curious how one of these looks might suit you, the next step is to try them on in the YouCam Makeup app by following these steps.

Step 1: Download the YouCam Makeup App

Find YouCam Makeup in your app store and download it. Create an account to save and share your beauty creations.

Step 2: Upload a Photo

Take a photo in the app or upload a selfie of your choice. Take or choose a photo where your face is straight-on and clearly visible. For best results, make sure your face is free of makeup so that your natural coloring comes through.

Step 3: Choose a Thanksgiving Look

Choose from any of YouCam Makeup’s hundreds of pre-set fall makeup filters, or create your own. Simply choose the colors and styles you want and add them to the look.

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Step 4: Snap and Share

After finishing your look in YouCam Makeup, snap a photo and share it with #YouCamThanksgiving on TikTok or Instagram to show off your festive glow with friends.

Get the Perfect Thanksgiving Look With YouCam Makeup

The YouCam Makeup app has all the latest trending makeup looks to help you prep for Thanksgiving. Download the app to try on your faves and share them with your family and friends.

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