On the red carpet of the Berlin International Film Festival, the light caught all the sequins… except that this evening, it was a much more discreet detail that caught the attention. Faithful to her new refined aesthetic, Pamela Anderson arrived almost naked with makeup, her complexion fresh, her lips barely colored, her features soothed. But around his gaze, something had clearly changed.
At the 76th Berlinale, the Canadian actress introduced an unexpected makeup gesture: a pink liner placed gently under the eye, which contrasts with her previous smoky smoke. This colorful line, barely visible from afar but luminous up close, is already presented as the eye makeup trend for spring 2026.
At the 2026 Berlinale, Pamela Anderson’s pink liner makes the difference
The photos from the evening show a glowy complexion, luminous skin and natural lips, far from the ultra-defined contours of the 90s. Under the lower lash line, a line of pink kohl was delicately blended, just enough to outline the look. Far from the dramatic smoky-eye or graphic black liner, this eye makeup plays the card of pigmented subtlety.
This placement on the lower lash line changes everything: the pink captures the light, softens the look and creates a soft contrast with the white of the eye. No bright flat color all over the eyelid, no strong Barbiecore effect, but a targeted touch of color, right in the spirit of the times of red carpets and fashion shows where color returns in small, controlled touches.
From no-make up to colored liner: a new era for your eyes
For a long time, Pamela Anderson has been associated with an ultra-made-up imagination: thin eyebrows, intense black liner, 90’s bombshell-style lacquered lips. Then she made a much-discussed turn towards no-make-up, appearing in public almost without makeup, becoming a muse of this more naked beauty. The Berlin pink line marks a new phase, more playful and romantic, without denying this minimalist base.
Experts point out that, for several seasons, glowy complexions and nude palettes have dominated social networks and red carpets. But the latest shows have created a real “eyeliner mania”, where graphic and colorful lines are multiplying. A well-balanced colored liner modernizes natural makeup without weighing it down, structures the eyes and adds that little touch that makes all the difference. That this color is pink, declared the star color of spring-summer 2026, is therefore not insignificant.
How to adopt pink liner in spring 2026 without making a mistake
To take inspiration from Pamela Anderson, the idea is to keep a light, almost transparent complexion and neutral lips, then add color only around the eyes. A kohl or pink cream pencil is applied to the lower lash line, from the middle of the eye outwards, before being blurred with a brush or cotton swab. A black or brown mascara on the upper lashes avoids the irritated eye effect, especially on mature skin.
The choice of shade plays a big role. As a general rule:
- Fair skin: powder pink or very soft pinkish peach.
- Medium skin tones: slightly more intense rosewood.
- Dark skin: vibrant or metallic pink that remains luminous.
Women aged 50 and over can opt for a fine, well-blended line that does not go too low under the eye, combined with a light base that does not mark fine lines. The result remains faithful to the minimalist spirit of Pamela Anderson, while taking advantage of the return of color announced for spring 2026.
Is pink liner suitable for all eye colors?
Yes, as long as you adjust the shade: cool pinks highlight light eyes, warmer tones flatter dark eyes well.
How to wear pink liner when you’re over 50?
Better is a slightly smoky cream pencil on the lower lash line, a fine line, a light foundation and lots of mascara on the upper lashes to open up the eyes.
Can you combine pink liner with colored lips?
It’s possible, but keep the rest very sober: a soft pink liner goes well with a rosewood pink lip or a simple tinted balm.
