If there were ever a time to experiment with an elevated makeup look, the holidays are it. The sparkle of the season is truly the perfect time to take your beauty game to the next level, and we’re not just talking about glitter (although let’s be honest, it wouldn’t be a holiday makeup round-up without it). Instead, we’re focusing on small tweaks—a swipe of highlighter here, a bold, red lip there—that can transform an everyday beauty look to one that’s worthy of a holiday soiree.
Celebrity makeup artist Bryan Cantor couldn’t agree more, which is why we tapped him for tips. “You can’t sparkle too much during the holiday season,” Cantor says. “Holiday parties are a time for your friends or coworkers to get together and have some fun as a group, and that fun extends to fashion and beauty looks.”
From a rosy-toned glow and metallic shadow, to products (and tricks of the trade) that can help keep your look lasting all night long, you’re going to want to add the following ideas to your holiday makeup playbook, ASAP.
Lay Down a Strong Foundation
The holiday season, as cozy and festive as it may be, also subjects your skin to some of the harshest elements of the year (think frigid temps, howling wind, dry air and so on). If you want your makeup look to hold up, it’s crucial to start with a solid base. Do so by applying an even layer of long-wear foundation, such as Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup. This buildable, matte formula applies evenly for medium to full coverage that won’t budge, smudge or rub off. Read more
