How to Create a Holiday Sparkle Look

Layer metallic eyeshadow, add strategic glitter placement, and finish with glossy lips for effortless holiday glamour.

1. Prime and set the base. Use eyeshadow primer to prevent fallout and make metallics pop. Set your base makeup completely before starting the eyes to avoid glitter contaminating your foundation.
2. Build metallic depth. Apply a champagne or gold eyeshadow across the lid with a flat brush. Deepen the outer corner with a bronze or copper shade using a fluffy brush for dimension.
3. Add targeted sparkle. Pat fine glitter or glitter eyeshadow onto the center of the lid with your finger or a damp flat brush. Keep it concentrated rather than scattered for maximum impact.
4. Define without competing. Use brown eyeliner instead of black to define the eye without overwhelming the sparkle. Keep mascara simple or skip bottom lashes entirely.
5. Balance the face. Choose either glossy nude lips or a classic red. Keep cheeks subtle with a warm, matte bronzer rather than shimmery blush.