The festive season is well and truly upon us. With lockdown restrictions easing in almost every state face-to-face celebrations are back on the cards.
There’s end of year drinks with friends, Christmas day lunches to gorge ourselves at and even work Christmas parties to attend.
And since we’re finally permitted out of the house, an exciting novelty within itself on top of the festive joy we’re already feeling, you’re probably going to want to make the most of getting out of your loungewear.
We’ve already touched on the best dresses to don but what about the finishing festive touch – makeup?
If you’re still attending Zoom events for the Christmas festivities, the perfect makeup look is a must.
These are the easy to copy makeup looks we’re stealing, à la Grinch style, but obviously much more glamourous.
Anna
Classic red lip
If you’re wanting a simple and chic look with minimal effort, a bold red lip is your go-to for any event. Opting for a long-lasting matte colour will ensure your lippy stays put as you sip on glass after glass of bubbles.
We love: Napoleon Perdis’ Mattetastic lipstick in Ginger and cult classic M.A.C Cosmetics’ Retro Matte Lipstick in beloved colour, Ruby Woo.
Lucy
All that glitters
A lot of sparkle may seem intimidating but when you’re working with one dazzling eyeshadow it can actually be quite simple by doing a wash of colour across your lid. Simply add mascara and you’re ready to go!
We love: the incredible colour range and pigment of Sephora Colorful Magnetic Eyeshadow and Stila’s
MAFS’ Cathy Evans festive beauty makeup
Emily
Line it up
If you’re wanting a more subtle nod to the festive season try working with a colouful eye pencil or liner. Opt for a season red, green or gold, mix or match like Emily Ratajkowski or match the hue to your outfit. For a bold approach you can use the coloured liner alone or for a more subdued look draw above your usual black liner.
Try: FENTY BEAUTY Flypencil Longwear Pencil Eyeliner.
Martha
Tiny touches
It’s the finer details that make a look. We love this subtle approach from MAFS‘ Martha Kalifatidis who has used a glittery liner just on the inner corner of her eye.
The perfect dupe: Eye of Horus Liquid Metals Eyeliner.
Katy
Go all out
If Christmas truly is the most wonderful time of year for you, why not embrace your festive joy with bedazzled lids or candy cane eyeliner like Katy Perry.
Try: Sephora’s Intense Ink Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner.
Zoe
Glowy goddess
If the natural look is more your niche make like beauty genius Zoe Foster-Blake and opt for a glowy complexion with a hint of shimmer on the eyes.
We love: ICONIC London Prep-Set-Glow and of course, great party prep with Go-To’s Transformazing Sheet Mask.
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