12 Festive Makeup Looks for Christmas

By Patricia Reynoso

'Tis the season to stress, but by stocking up on these simple skin, hair, and makeup tips, you'll look party-pretty in no time. Try any or all of these 12 ideas to look more dazzling, instantly.

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Festive Tip 1: Shimmer

There's a reason we love tinsel on Christmas trees and strings of lights around our homes: They make everything look beautifully glowing. The same is true for highlighting makeup. To get your own shimmer, sweep a glittering powder over your cheekbones, below your brow bone and on the inner corner of your eyes. If your skin is light, reach for a pink-based highlighter, while medium- to dark-skinned women should try golden tones.

Pictured: Estee Lauder Limited Edition Brilliant Shimmer All-Over Powder.
Others to try: IsaDora Snow Glow Powder in Pink Gold and L'Oreal Paris HIP High Intensity Pigments Illuminating Highlighter in Shimmer.

Festive Tip 2: Brows
Brows do so much to frame your face that simply grooming them, which includes combing the hairs and filling in bare spots, will give you a prompt pick-me-up. Try any of the handy brow-grooming kits, such as Tarte the Toolbox which comes equipped with mini tweezers, stencils, a mirror, and brow powder, pencil, brush, and wax for a complete touch-up.

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