We reckon the best bit about Christmas day is the lead-up. And in particular getting ready. Our glam game hasn't had a chance to shine much lately, but party season is the moment to put that right, big time. If you fancy showing your fave lipsticks and liners a good time, but your not sure which look to go for, we've lined up some of our favourite Christmas makeup ideas below so you can shine just as brightly as you deserve.
There's a way of doing lips and eyes that isn't too much. Rather than a full-on smoky eye, stick to mega lashes like Shay Mitchell, then go in on a semi-sheeny burgundy lip and keep skin looking fresh.
Trade out your black liner for this forest green shade for a cute nod to Christmas that's still super chic.
We love the look a bracing winter walk give – fresh cheeks and a cute pink nose. Build it into your glam like Jodie Smith who looks fierce and adorable at the same time.
If you want to level-up your smoky eye, incorporate a wet-look finish for a more grungey look (very in rn).
Is it Christmas without silver eyeshadow? Hmm. Do it right like mua Ash Kholm with all-out glitz on the lid and some smoky liner along the top and bottom lash line to add definition.
Red and gold is a classic Christmas combo, but instead of doing gold eyeshadow, drape cheeks in gold highlighter instead for a perfect glow.
If you want something a bit different, mix up your lip shade by choosing a rich merlot over classic cherry reds.
Skip trad festive colours for something a little more unusual, we love this lavender mod eye.
Subtle green shimmer along an ultra fluttery lash line is an understated way to nod to Christmas.
Skip jet black liquid liner for a pretty metallic like this khaki gold.
Light, bright and beautifully festive, we love this champagne shimmer eyeshadow with peachy cheeks and a muted red lip.
This look is serving peak Christmas, the holly berry lip and holly leaf eye is everything.
Want to look fancy but not really into the whole festive thing? Try this dash liner to add interest without going gimmicky.
This silver smoked shadow is toughened up with darker greys at the edges. The cherry on top? The cherry red lip.
An opulent approach to Christmas party makeup is with jewel-toned shades like this amethyst and sapphire eye.
This graphic eye makes a statement, but feels super modern and fresh.
Since it's Christmas, it would be rude not to shine bright like a diamond… right?
This glitz teal eye is a knock-out and paired with fresh skin it feels bang on trend.
Emphasise your eye shape by going in with a gold liner along the crease line – the effect will be a peekaboo look that becomes visible as you flutter your eyes.
If you want a grunge look that feels festive, opt for smoky shades that have a bit of shimmer to them.
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