Celebrity makeup artist Tina Turnbow created a timeless, stage-ready beauty look for Rose Byrne and the cast of Fallen Angels on Broadway—blending classic 1930s makeup techniques with modern, longwear performance. This article walks you through exactly how to recreate the look step by step.

The Inspiration: 1930s Glamour Meets Modern Performance Makeup

The Fallen Angels Broadway look channels key elements of 1930s beauty:

• Porcelain, soft-focus skin

• Sculpted, lifted blush placement

• Defined cupid’s bow lips in deep wine tones

• Wide, doll-like lashes

But unlike traditional vintage makeup, this look is engineered to withstand hot stage lights, long wear, and high visibility—making it just as relevant for events, photography, or long days.

Step-by-Step: How to Recreate Rose Byrne’s Broadway Makeup Look

1. Start with a Blurring, Longwear Base

To achieve that smooth, porcelain-like skin:

• Apply Re-fine Soft Matte Blurring Primer to blur texture and control shine

• Follow with Re-set Flawless Matte Foundation for buildable, natural coverage

• Spot-correct and brighten with Re-wind Blurring Concealer

Why this works:
This combination creates a soft-focus finish that doesn’t look heavy, while helping makeup stay intact under heat and lights—critical for both stage and real life.

2. Create a Sculpted, Lifted Blush Placement (1930s Technique)

• Use Re-pop Smoothing Blush in Love Bite

• Place blush high on the cheekbones, close to the eye

Pro tip:
This placement lifts the face and mimics authentic 1930s blush positioning, which sat higher than modern cheek application.

3. Define a Classic 1930s Lip with Dimension

To recreate the rich, vintage lip:

• Line and fill using Re-mark Dual Ended 2-in-1 Lipstick & Liner

• Layer Merlot for depth

• Top with Siren to add dimension

• Sharply define the cupid’s bow

Result:
A bold, wine-toned lip that feels romantic, structured, and era-accurate—without looking flat.

4. Build a Doll-Like Eye with Defined Lashes

• Apply Re-veal Lengthening Mascara to both top and bottom lashes

• Focus on separation + length, not heaviness

Why this matters:
The goal is a wide, open eye—subtle drama that complements the lip without overpowering it.

Key Makeup Features of the Look (Quick Recap)

• Skin: Soft-focus, porcelain finish

• Blush: High, sculpted placement for lift

• Lips: Deep wine tones with a defined cupid’s bow

• Eyes: Doll-like lashes with balanced definition

Makeup Artist Insight

“I placed Love Bite Blush high on the cheekbones close to the eye as they did in the 30’s, and created a wine red lip layering Merlot and then Siren on top, really defining the cupid’s bow. I used lots of mascara on both top and bottom lashes for a doll-eye effect.”
— Tina Turnbow

Why This Look Works Beyond Broadway

This isn’t just a theatrical look—it translates because it solves real beauty needs:

• Longwear performance (heat, lights, long days)

• Defined features without heaviness

• Strategic placement for lift and structure

• Classic techniques adapted for modern formulas

It’s a perfect reference for:

• Events and weddings makeup

• Photoshoots

• Evening makeup

• Anyone looking for a polished, timeless aesthetic

Shop the Look

You can recreate the full look using HALEYS Beauty:

• Re-fine Soft Matte Poreless Primer

• Re-set Flawless Matte Foundation

• Re-wind Full Coverage Blurring Concealer

• Re-pop Smoothing Powder Blush (Love Bite)

• Re-mark Dual Ended Lipstick & Liner (Merlot + Siren)

• Re-veal Lash Lengthening Mascara

Updated on April 10th, 2026