4 iconic beauty secrets of Marilyn Monroe

Marilyn Monroe enchanted not only Hollywood but the entire world with her platinum blonde hair, “bombshell” figure,  and comedic wit. In keeping with the Marilyn biopic “Blonde” on Netflix, we’re diving into her four most famous beauty secrets.

The blonde bombshell was often photographed with her signature red pout. Rather than today’s preference for matte lips, Marilyn’s go-to look was a bold red, glossy lip. To copy her look, start with a generous coating of red lip liner, then fill in the mouth with red lipstick. If you only have matte products on hand,  follow with a clear gloss.

The “Some Like it Hot” actress was recognized for her soft and dreamy gaze. To achieve her “bedroom eyes” appearance, fill in your lower lash line with nude or white eyeliner. This will make the eyes appear larger and more awake. Finish off the look with a generous coating of mascara or fake lashes, if you see fit.

Marilyn Monroe was a proponent of a pale complexion and stayed out of the sun. Though it was fashionable to have a tan in the ’50s, she favoured an alabaster look, which remains her trademark today. The takeaway? Less fake tan, more SPF.

“The Seven Year Itch” star was a woman who stressed the importance of beauty sleep. She once said in an interview with Pageant magazine, “[Sunday is] my one day of total leisure. I sometimes take two hours to wake up, luxuriating in every last moment of drowsiness.” She also famously only wore five drops of Chanel No.5 perfume to bed to help her relax.