TikTok’s Burnt Orange Makeup Guide for Pinays

Burnt orange makeup has taken over TikTok, and it’s no surprise why. This warm, glowing look brings out a natural radiance, and it happens to flatter all Filipina skin tones. Whether you’re a tan kayumanggi, medium, or on the fairer side, its sunset-inspired tones give effortless main character energy. Chances are, you’ve already spotted this trend on some familiar social media faces, like Lierge Perey and Christina Nadin.

The trick to making it uniquely you? Learning how to tailor it to your skin tone. Below, dive deeper into what makes the burnt orange makeup the trend of the moment — and your new go-to look for any occasion.

Burnt orange makeup is a monochromatic makeup look that uses a toasted color palette to create a flushed, sun-kissed look on the eyes, lips, and cheeks. Think warm, earthy tones, or shades that are inspired by autumn leaves and sunset skies, like terracotta, amber, rust, and soft peach.

Because burnt orange sits on the warmer side of the color spectrum, it beautifully complements the golden or olive skin tones most Filipinas have. Plus, if you’re fair or cool-toned, burnt orange makeup can also add depth and gorgeous contrast to your skin. Still, regardless of your skin tone, you’ll love the blooming, sunlit warmth this style is known for.

The burnt orange makeup look focuses on four key elements: base, cheeks, eyes, and lips. It emphasizes a radiant, natural base paired with coordinated pops of burnt orange on the cheeks, eyes, and lips for a cohesive, glowing effect.

Burnt orange makeup is extremely versatile as it works across all Filipina skin tones, whether you’re neutral, warm, or cool toned. The key to making it truly flattering is adjusting the shades and intensity to suit your skin. Here’s how you can tweak the burnt orange makeup look’s key elements based on your skin tone.

Morena skin pairs beautifully with deeper shades. Go for rich terracotta, copper, and caramel shades that melt right into your golden undertones instead of competing with them.

• Base: Depending on your exact undertone, choose warm, golden, or olive-leaning foundations with a radiant finish for that lit-from-within look. Brighten your dull and blemished areas with peach or golden concealer.
• Cheeks: For a sun-kissed flush that looks like you just spent a hearty afternoon at the beach, go for deep terracotta or brick colors. Layer with a golden or caramel bronzer to sculpt without muddiness. 
• Eyes: Rich amber, copper, and rust eyeshadows are basically made for morena skin. Brush shimmer across the lids for instant brightness, then define the crease with a warm brown for that soft, smoldery depth. 
• Lips: Brick orange, rust, deep pumpkin, or warm caramel nudes pull the whole look together. Think of them as neutrals with personality. Dab the color on your lips, then lightly blur out the edges of your lip line with your fingers for a softer finish.

Medium skin tones get the best of both worlds — vibrant shades pop, softer tones glow, and nothing feels "too much.” These shades brighten your complexion in that effortless I-woke-up-like-this way.

• Base: Neutral-warm foundations keep things skin-like and seamless. For brightening, a peach-toned concealer is your best friend. It wakes up the undereyes and any sallow spots faster than your morning coffee.
• Cheeks: Peach-orange or sienna blushes give a natural lit-from-within look. Opt for formulas with a soft sheen, so you get a built-in highlight without needing an extra step. It's the easiest way to activate that lazy girl glow!
• Eyes: Golden-orange or soft copper shadows add warm radiance. Pair with warm brown or taupe for blending.
• Lips: Terracotta, warm nude, muted pumpkin, or peachy glosses all play beautifully with medium skin. They tie the look together with a soft warmth that never feels overdone.

If you’re chinita, you likely have paler skin with yellow undertones, which looks best with softer interpretations of the burnt orange makeup look. The goal is a gentle warmth that lifts your features without creating harsh contrast. You want to look sun-kissed, not sunburned! Peach-based hues keep everything balanced and flattering.

• Base: Match your foundation to your yellow undertones. Use a touch of bronzer to add some golden hour magic — this adds warmth and subtle dimension to your face. 
• Cheeks: Soft peach, apricot, or light coral blushes bring your cheeks to life without stealing the show. Layer lightly and blend out the edges well. You're going for a flushed glow that’s almost bridal, à la Jelly Eugenio.  
• Eyes: Use warm peach, apricot, or muted coral shadows to brighten up your lids. Create depth by blending in a cool brown or taupe on your creases.
• Lips: Go for peachy-orange, coral nude, or soft terracotta tints to enhance your natural lip color. Top it off with a touch of gloss for a pouty, lip-plumping finish.

Paler mestiza skin with cool undertones pair beautifully with soft orange tones that warm up the skin without looking too intense. The trick is to brighten the complexion while maintaining harmony with your natural undertones.

• Base: Use neutral to slightly pink-toned foundations for a skin-like finish. Add a light dusting of bronzer for dimension without overdoing the warmth.
• Cheeks: Opt for soft apricot, peachy-pink, or muted coral blushes that give a delicate, natural glow. You don’t want your blush to overpower your skin tone, so blend in light layers. Remember, you want a post-beach flush, not Ragedy Ann doll cheeks!
• Eyes: Wanna get a bright-eyed but sultry look? Add a wash of warm apricot and slight shimmer to your lids. Use cooler browns or taupe to cut your creases and complement your undertones.
• Lips: For the finishing touch, create a blurred lip with a toasted nude that’s slightly darker than your natural lip color. Smudge the edges of your lip line with your finger to soften the definition.

Once you learn to tailor burnt orange makeup to your skin tone, you can start playing around with different color palettes and intensities. Here’s how you can transition burnt orange makeup from day to night with just a few small tweaks.

• Create a light and skin-like base. Stick to a lightweight foundation or tinted moisturizer to avoid looking cake-y. Apply concealer sparingly to even out dark spots. This look calls for a natural and skin-like base, so it’s okay if some blemishes still shine through! 
• Use the same color on your cheeks, eyes, and lips for a simple monochrome look. There are no rules in makeup — you can create a one-product makeover using just your lipstick. Use your lip color to create a light stain on your lips, then apply it as a blush and single-color eyeshadow. Use the warmth of your fingers to blend out the colors.
• Open up your eyes with curled lashes and brown liner. For daytime wear, you want to create a bright-eyed look that’s not overly glam. Add a few swipes of mascara to lengthen your lashes, then smudge the edges of your lash line with a brown liner for soft definition.

• Add depth to your base. Once you’ve perfected your foundation and concealer, create dimension with some bronzing for a warmer glow. Contour your cheeks and nose for an extra chiseled look, but blend out any harsh edges to keep the look soft and radiant.
• Opt for deeper, darker tones for extra oomph. Add a richer rust shade to the outer corners of the eyes or layer a slightly darker clay color along the lower lash line to bring instant intensity. A touch of shimmer on the center of the lids also adds subtle oomph. 
• Go for a defined, high-shine lip for a kissable finish. Line your lips in a darker shade to emphasize its shape. Then, layer a brown or rust-colored gloss on top for some head-turning shine.

Want your makeup to really shine? Start with your skin and your smile. Skin that glows from within and bright teeth give your makeup an instant boost.

Make sure to cleanse and moisturize your face beforehand, then use the closeup Multivitamin Fresh Toothpaste to freshen up your smile. Its multivitamin formula targets twelve oral care concerns — including plaque, bacteria, yellowing, bad breath, and sensitivity — while giving long-lasting freshness.

Burnt orange makeup gives you plenty of room to experiment. Change up the focus from your eyes to your lips, or adjust the intensity of your colors. The possibilities are endless.