Holiday Makeup Necessities

Tarte Glamazon Pure Performance Lipstick in Wild

Holiday parties are underway.  I tend to reach for more bold makeup during the holiday season. This red lipstick is amazing.  It is long-wearing and has a little bit of a sheen.  This particular red has a blue undertone, which is great for making teeth look bright and white.  This lipstick is not one that I would apply without a mirror, but if you apply carefully, you will not need a lip liner.  This lipstick has enough of a sheen for me, but if you wanted a more shiny look you could always apply a clear gloss on top.  I could go on and on about this fabulous lipstick, but instead I will explain the con.  It is a pricey lipstick.  It is $26 a pop, which may seem over-the-top, but a great red is truly worth it.  These can be purchased at Ulta or Sephora.  The pigment and formula allows you to worry more about your party and less about reapplication.  

Tarte Glamazon Pure Performance Lipstick in Foxy

I love a great red lipstick, but I know that many people aren't ready to venture into that world.  I love a bright pink, even during winter months.  This lipstick has all of the same perks as the one above and will allow you to feel adventurous during holiday parties, but not too bold.  

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Primrose

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipgloss in Pink Pop

Revlon has great lip products...especially for the price. Their products are extremely pigmented and creamy.  These next two products are not as long-wearing as the Tarte products, but are still great options.  The Pink Pop lipgloss is a little less bold than the Tarte Foxy lipstick, but still is incredibly pigmented and shiny.  I like to layer this on top of the Foxy lipstick to add a little shine.  This lipstick will make your lips pop and spice up any holiday makeup look.

The Revlon lipstick in Primrose is a great option for those of you looking for a nude with a twist.  I don't personally care for true nudes because they tend to wash me out.  This nude has a pink undertone and looks great with most makeup looks.  It is pigmented and very smooth.  The only con is the fact that this lipstick is not very long-wearing.  Constant reapplication is unavoidable.  

Revlon Highlighting Palette in 030 Bronze Gold

I cannot say enough good things about this highlighting palette.  It has numerous uses and is truly one of the best bangs for your buck this holiday season.  I use this as a highlighter (duh), bronzer, and eyeshadow palette.  It contains the perfect amount of highly ground shimmer.  It adds a great glow without looking tacky.  I like to use this all over my cheeks for a glowing bronzed look.  I use the various colors as eyeshadows and the white shimmer is great as a highlight under my brow bone.  One of my favorite things about this product is the fact that you can create just about any colored highlight that you want.  You can swipe all of the colors at the same time or swipe any combination to fit your needs. There are two others out now and I am tempted to go out and purchase them immediately. These may be limited edition so go to your nearest drugstore or Ulta store!!!

Lorac Liquid Eye Shimmer in Diamond

It should be illegal to go out to a holiday party and not include this in your look.  This stuff is amazing!  I like to place this on my eyelids to hold shadow and glitter as well as pop it in my inner corner of my eye to make them pop.  I don't care for this as a highlighter under my brow bone, but for some people it would be a perfect fit.  I have placed this on my cheekbones for a nice highlight, but make sure to use a light hand or you will look like a disco ball....YIKES!  This runs $16 per bottle, but a little goes a long way.  I feel like this container will last forever.  When you get it, make sure to shake it so that the shimmer mixes well with the liquid.  This lasts a long time and feels very smooth on the skin.  I place a little bit on the back of my hand and apply with my fingers.  I haven't found a brush to use with it that I like.  I picked mine up at Ulta, but Sephora sells it as well.  

Smashbox Soft Lights in Shimmer

 This highlighter has become my favorite!  It has a pink tint to it which gives me the most beautiful highlight.  Highlights that have a white/nude undertone tend to wash me out.  This highlight is easy to blend and looks great on the cheeks as well. I don't tend to reach for this to go over my blush or on my eyes, but it would work for that as well.  If you don't usually use a highlighter, I would recommend reaching for one this holiday season to make your great features stand out!  I bought mine at Nordstrom.  

Maybelline Eyestudio in Blackest Black

Last, but not least you will need a gel eyeliner.  A gel eyeliner is great because it has a smooth and pigmented look to it.  I love wearing a winged eyeliner look to holiday parties.  It makes me feel extra fancy!  This one is great because it is a true black, is affordable, and blends flawlessly!  Even if you tend to go with a more natural lip, cheek, and eye- a winged eyeliner will make you look glamorous!  If you want to steal the room's attention, make sure to pair it with a red lip!  This can be picked up at your local drugstore or Ulta.