Homecoming Hair & Makeup Trends: Learn what’s hot from the experts at Blush

by Kerri Cooke

You’ve found the perfect dress and accessories for homecoming. The hardest step is done. Now it’s time to decide what type of hairstyle and makeup you want to complement you and your special look on that evening when school spirit and friendship is at an all-time high. 

Blush, a beauty salon in Lake Charles, is under new ownership, so Thrive spoke with new owner Kylie Marcantel and her manager, Kalynn Desorneaux, on the best tips and trends for homecoming in 2025.  

Hairstyles  

Getting your hair professionally styled is one of the most exciting parts of any homecoming. Not only is the experience therapeutic, the results will have you feeling at your prettiest. 

Marcantel and Desorneaux says they’ve seen sleek styles decline recently as girls are opting for loose hairstyles like a wispy messy bun, a low bun updo with fringe or half up hairstyles with loose waves. Another trendy style is adding volume by creating waves that can either be worn down or pinned back. 

Marcantel says, “I love an updo because if it’s nasty outside and they’re dancing a lot, the hairstyle is more secure.” She also recommends girls do a trial run before their homecoming event if choosing a style that’s new to them to ensure full satisfaction. Lastly, know your face shape and what styles compliment your features, but don’t forget to have fun and choose what makes you feel your best! 

Makeup  

The popularity of the clean girl aesthetic, popularized by celebrities such as Hailey Beiber, is sticking around for the foreseeable future. This trend includes emphasis on skincare and products that give a dewy glow to the skin, in addition to no makeup makeup—products that are light and enhance the face but look so natural they give the illusion of a bare face. This includes items such as skin tints, tinted balms and glosses,  and light eyeshadow.  

Both Marcantel and Desorneaux say this type of beauty reigns supreme for homecoming glam. The duo also encourages lash strips, even for those who have long lashes as they bring emphasis to the eyes and enhance the look for homecoming photos. 

Regardless of the look a girl chooses for homecoming, the importance of working with a seasoned hairstylist and makeup artist is vital since they will know how to work with all hair textures and what products to use for all complexions and skin types. Marcantel emphasizes she wants customers to have an “experience” when they visit the salon, connect with stylists and leave feeling gorgeous both inside and out.