If you’ve spent any time watching Hulu’s Tell Me Lies, you’ve likely been captivated by more than just the toxic drama. Lucy Albright, played by the magnetic Grace Van Patten, has officially mastered the “College Cool Girl” aesthetic. It’s a look that feels lived-in, slightly moody, and entirely effortless—as if she just rolled out of bed, threw on a leather jacket, and somehow looks perfectly polished.
But how do you achieve that “I’m not trying” glow without actually, well, not trying? By blending Lucy’s on-screen vibe with Grace Van Patten’s real-life beauty staples, you can recreate this sultry, natural aesthetic at home.
1. The Base: Let the Freckles Breathe
The hallmark of the Lucy Albright look is skin that looks like skin. Heavy foundations are a no-go here. Grace famously prefers to let her natural freckles shine through, a trait she shares with her character.
- The Routine: Grace is a fan of the OSEA Mask to keep her skin bright and hydrated.
- The Look: Skip the full-coverage foundation and opt for a lightweight skin tint or a tinted moisturizer.
- Pro Tip: Use a concealer like NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer only where absolutely necessary (under the eyes or on a blemish) and blend with your fingers for a seamless, warm finish.
2. The Eyes: Sultry and Smudged
Lucy’s eyes always look a little tired in the best way possible—think “up all night talking” rather than “didn’t sleep.” To get those “sultry eyes,” Grace and her makeup team lean into soft, diffused liners.
- The Tool: Reach for a cream shadow stick, like Bobbi Brown Shadow Stick in Taupe, or a neutral palette like Makeup by Mario Master Mattes.
- The Technique: Instead of a sharp cat-eye, use a dark brown pencil to create a “baby wing,” then immediately smudge it out with a small brush or your ring finger. It should look like a shadow, not a line.
3. The Brows: Fluffy and Undone
The “Cool Girl” look requires brows that look full but never “blocked in.”
- The Grace Staple: Grace has been known to use Rare Beauty Brow Gel to keep hairs in place while maintaining a feathered texture.
- The Trick: Use a fine-tipped pen, like the Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Pen, to draw tiny, hair-like strokes only in the sparse areas. Avoid the “perfect” arch—Lucy’s look is all about being a bit undone.
4. The Lips: The “Nude-But-Better” Pout
In Tell Me Lies, Lucy’s lips are often a soft, muted rose or a “your-lips-but-better” nude. It’s a look that stays put through coffee dates and campus walks.
- The Combo: Grace loves a classic lip liner—specifically Make Up For Ever in Wherever Walnut—to add subtle definition.
- The Color: Follow it up with a creamy matte like MAC Lipstick in Kind Sexy or a swipe of her budget-friendly favorite, Palmer’s Cocoa Butter lip balm, for a hint of sheen without the stickiness of a gloss.
The Final Touch: The Attitude
The “Tell Me Lies” aesthetic isn’t just about the products; it’s about the mood. It’s a mix of 2000s nostalgia (think low-rise jeans and simple tanks) and modern minimalism. The goal is to look like you have more important things on your mind than your makeup—even if you spent twenty minutes blending that eyeliner.
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