COLOUR Vision

After several seasons of neutral, no-make-up make-up, pigment-heavy looks are back. Find out how ebullient hues can boost your mood and your complexion.

- KATIE INTNER and EMILY AGAR

As many of us have sought out small sources of joy to counter the stresses of the past few years, colour therapy has garnered renewed attention. The idea of using colour to evoke feelings of optimism, to feel more energetic or even to quell anxiety is appealing in its accessibility. "Red is primal and energising, whereas citrus tones like orange, lime, and yellow are instantly mood-boosting, and can inspire feelings of fun or happiness," says cognitive coach Alina Rose. Light blue has also been demonstrated to have a calming quality, green can help you reset, and purple can at turns be both calming and invigorating. While colour's influence on mood is temporary, even a quick dopamine hit can help change your mindset, making a swipe of bright makeup not just trendy but therapeutic.