Escentual’s Top 10 Makeup Picks for Holiday Party Perfection
You’ve got the dress. You’ve got the shoes. But have you thought about your makeup yet? The holidays are all about shimmer, sparkle, and glam—and your cosmetics should match the vibe. That’s why we’ve curated a list of the top 10 makeup must-haves available at Escentual for holiday party perfection. Get ready to dazzle with bold lips, dramatic eyes, and radiant skin using these pro-approved products. Whether you’re going for a classic red lip or prefer an icy smoky eye, we’ll recommend the tools you need to create stunning looks that will make you the belle of the ball. Read on for tips, tricks, and our favorite picks for achieving your most glamorous holiday glam yet. Trust us, with these goodies in your makeup bag, you’ll light up every room you walk into!
Achieve a Glamorous Holiday Look With These Escentual Must-Haves
Eyes
For holiday eyes that dazzle, you need the right products. Start with an eyeshadow palette like Urban Decay’s Naked Cherry, filled with shimmering pinks and burgundies perfect for festive looks. Apply the shades with one of Escentual’s pro blending brushes. Finish with a bold mascara like Benefit’s BadGal Bang for major volume and length.
Lips
What’s a holiday look without a glamorous lip? For a classic red pout, try MAC’s Retro Matte Lipstick in Ruby Woo, a matte siren red that stays put for hours. If red’s not your thing, go for an opulent berry or wine shade, like YSL’s Tatouage Couture Matte Lip Stain in Bohemian Burgundy.
Face
A flawless base is key to any holiday look. Start with a luminous primer like Becca’s Backlight Priming Filter. For coverage that still lets your skin show through, use NARS’ Sheer Glow Foundation. Set it in place with Laura Mercier’s Loose Setting Powder. Finally, add warmth and color with NARS’ Blush in Orgasm, a peachy pink with gold shimmer.
With the right products and techniques, you’ll be party-perfect in no time. Now get glamming and have a fabulous holiday season! Let your natural beauty shine through with a little help from Escentual.
Tutorial: How to Get Picture-Perfect Holiday Party Makeup Using Escentual Products
Base
Start with a primer like the Escentual Velvet Skin Primer to provide a smooth base for your makeup. Then apply Escentual’s Full Coverage Foundation for flawless yet natural-looking coverage. Set it in place with the Escentual Lightweight Powder.
Eyes
The eyes are the focus of any holiday look. Apply the Escentual Eyeshadow Primer, then use the Escentual Glitter Eyeshadow Palette to create a dramatic smoky eye or for extra glam, try the jewel-toned shades. Finish with two coats of Escentual’s Volumizing Mascara for bold, fluttery lashes.
Cheeks
For a festive flush, use the Escentual Crème Blush in Rose Gold and the Light Up Highlighter in Champagne to illuminate your cheekbones.
Lips
Complete the look with bold red lipstick like the Escentual Satin Matte Lipstick in Ruby Slippers. For extra staying power, line and fill in your lips with the matching Escentual Lip Liner.
With the right combination of these glamorous products, you’ll dazzle at your next holiday soiree. Keep the rest of your look minimal and let your shimmering eyes and bold red lips be the star of the show. Party perfection achieved!
Escentual’s Top 10 Holiday Makeup Essentials for a Flawless Festive Look
Once you’ve got your outfit picked out, it’s time to focus on makeup. The holidays are all about glitz, glam, and going all out, so don’t be afraid to experiment with bolder colors and heavier applications. Here are our top 10 must-have products to create showstopping looks for any festive occasion.
False eyelashes
No holiday look is complete without a pair of dramatic false eyelashes. We love the voluminous, wispy Ardell Faux Mink Lashes in ‘Doll Me Up’ for an ultra-glamorous eye look. Apply a coat of your favorite mascara first to blend your natural lashes in with the falsies.
Red lipstick
A classic red lip is perfect for the holidays. For a retro Hollywood pout, try MAC’s ‘Ruby Woo’ Retro Matte Lipstick. This blue-red shade is ultra-pigmented and long-lasting. Line and fill in your lips with a matching lip pencil first to prevent feathering.
Highlighter
A shimmering highlighter will give your skin an ethereal glow. Apply the Anastasia Beverly Hills Sun Dipped Glow Kit to the tops of your cheekbones, down the center of your nose, and on your cupid’s bow and brow bone. The four shades in the palette allow you to customize the intensity.
Glitter eyeshadow
Add some sparkle around your eyes with an eyeshadow infused with glitter, like the Stila Shimmer & Glow Liquid Eye Shadow in ‘Vivid Garnet’. The unique formula can be worn alone for a sheer wash of color or layered for a more dramatic foil-like effect.
Setting spray
A makeup setting spray, like Urban Decay’s All-Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray, is key for making sure your holiday look lasts through hours of mingling and dancing the night away. Hold the bottle 8 to 10 inches from your face and mist 2 to 3 spritzes. Your makeup will stay looking freshly applied for up to 16 hours.
