Millennial Mint Is Back—and Honestly, We Never Saw It Coming

What Is Millennial Mint? 

Millennial Mint is a pastel green hue that was often worn as a pop of color when going out. While we loved to pair it with a chevron-print top or dress and a statement necklace, the color was pretty much ubiquitous in the early 2010s. 

If you thought Millennial Pink was big, it had nothing on how often we were wearing Millennial Mint.

Why Is Millennial Mint Trending? 

Millennial Mint is being endorsed by those who set the trends—including both celebrities and high-fashion brands. From the runways to the red carpets, the color is showing up in ballet flats, handbags, dresses, and more. Then, it trickles down to the masses. We’ll save you Miranda Priestly's "cerulean" speech from "The Devil Wears Prada."

More than seeing it worn by celebrities and models on runways, it taps into nostalgia. Many of us remember wearing the hue in the 2010s. Others of us wish we were around during those simpler times. We’ve seen other Y2K trends make their return, so we aren’t shocked that this one is having its time in the sun.

Millennial Mint Makeup Products to Try

1. OPI Infinite Shine in In Mint Condition

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Nail polish is the easiest way to wear this trend. In Mint Condition is the quintessential hue to pair with a chevron print to really feel like you’re back in 2010. 

2. SEPHORA COLLECTION 12 Hour Colorful Contour Pencil Eyeliner in Fresh Mint

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Zhuzh up your classic cat eye with this eyeliner in an eye-catching mint shade. Whether you go full maximalism or it’s a little pop of color you add to your look, it’s an easy way to incorporate Millennial Mint into your makeup look.

3. COLOURPOP Super Shock Shadow in Mint 4 U

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Achieve high-impact color and supercharged sparkle with this crème-to-powder formula. All it takes is one swipe to get the payoff you’re hoping for, though it’s completely buildable if you’d like to pack on the mint color.

4. NYX PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP Buttermelt Highlighter in Butta Mint

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You’ll feel like a mermaid with this ultimate shimmer highlighter that blends like powder but glides on as smooth as butter. Cruelty-free and vegan, it’s infused with mango butter, shea butter, and almond butter.

5. KIMCHICHIC BEAUTY Sweet Candy Kisses in Mint Chocolate Chips

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Dare to go bold with your lips with this Millennial Mint shade. It’s the perfect pastel to bring you back to the era and make you feel like a true millennial, even if you aren’t one.

Final Thoughts on the Millennial Mint Trend

This trend is what you make it. You can keep it simple and stick to your nails and fashion choices, or you can dare to go bold with your makeup and have a Zara Larsson moment. The biggest thing is to have fun and do what feels most comfortable to you.