Another season of American Idol has come and gone, but Adam Lambert's rock star makeup is an inspiration to hordes of screaming girls (and guys) across the nation.

The Idol runner up sported a style all his own from the beginning of the season to the end. His look was edgy, creative, and glam rock inspired. Lambert didn't veer far from his trademark smokey eyeliner, bronzed skin and lip-balmed lips. However, Idol makeup artist Mezhgan Hussainy had the opportunity to soften his look during disco week. The final result: he looked polished, smart and very handsome. Sometimes less is definitely more.

Hussainy revealed her makeup staples for this softer look on the American Idol blog:

Moisturize - Dermalogica Active Moisture hydrated the skin and smoothed out any rough patches.

Primer - Luminous {me} by Mezhgan primer helped the foundation stay in place.

Foundation - Bronze Espesial foundation by Gerda Spillman was the key to evening out Lambert’s skin tone.

Concealer - Dermacolor concealer helped hide any remaining scars or blemishes. Under eye circles were hidden with Amazing Cosmetics concealer in Tan.

Set - Temptu silicone foundation was airbrushed over the face to smooth out the skin and add contouring (a darker shade was used for contouring).

Powder - Makeup Forever HD powder set the entire look and eliminated shine.

Bronzer- Mezhgan bronzer was dusted all over the face to warm up the skin.

Eyes - Curled lashes and black mascara opened the eye. Eyes were lined with NARS Bali Taupe shadow and a thin angled eyeshadow brush.

Lips - Kiehl's tinted lip balm moisturized and added a hint of color.

And there you have it - the best way to get the look of one of your favorite rising rock stars.

(Examiner.com)