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The Glitter Makeup That's Taking Me Through The Holiday Party Season

I’m going for bold.

Dec. 9, 2023

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People who know me are well aware that December is my favorite month of the year. The season of holiday parties, festive music, and heartfelt movies is in full swing, giving me a natural, 24/7 high that lasts until January 1. This perpetual joy extends to my personal style, of course, propelling me to gravitate towards colorful, sparkling looks — especially when it comes to beauty. Yes, this is the time of year where I stock up on all the glitter makeup products that’ll make me channel my inner disco snow fairy. You know the one: the ethereal winter siren who’s always ready to party — that’s the holiday vibe I’m going for.

What I love about this look is that it’s multi-faceted and can go a number of ways. I can go heavy on the eyes and opt for a bespeckled lid look paired with a subtle soft pink lip. For a more unexpected glitter moment, I like to cover my lips or cheeks with a gel or loose pigment to really drive that forest nymph effect home. And, of course, there’s always the option to go full-on and add shimmer to all the major points of the face for a real bold, statement-making moment.

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Luckily, this season, brands are fully on board the glitter makeup train, offering a range of face products that cater to any type of look you might be gunning for this season. Below, peep the ones I’ve got on constant rotation for the next four weeks. See if they inspire you to create your own disco fairy moment — because you know she’s dying to get out.

SheGlam

Lip Dazzler Glitter Kit

This kit is favorite of mine for the holiday party circuit as it creates a highly pigmented, ultra-sparkling lip look that lasts through sips, snacks, and mistletoe smooches.

Anastasia Beverly Hills

Cosmos Eyeshadow Palette

$55

To be fair, this glittering palette has been my go-to all year, but it’s working overtime this month. I love that it delivers a range of shimmering eye looks, from soft and ethereal to dark and sultry.

Half Magic

Glitterpill Eye Paint + Eyeliner

$22

Created by the makeup artist responsible for those viral Euphoria moments, this glittery eye paint (which comes in a number of shades) works as an all-over lid color or a streak of liner.

MAC Cosmetics

Glitter

$23

While this can easily work on the eyes, I like to wash this loose glitter pigment over my cheeks and pair it with a bold red lip and cat eye. Can you say retro magic?

Unicorn Snot

The Original Glitter Gel

$16

This OG glitter gel works nicely on the neck, arms, and legs for some all-over sparkle.

Fenty Beauty

Diamond Bomb All-Over Diamond Veil

$42

Leave it to Rihanna to create a product that delivers a diamond-like effect on face and neck. I love this powder for nights I want a more subtle, shimmering finish.

Colourpop

NARUTO X ColourPop Glitterally Obsessed Body Glitter Gel

$12

For a bold, piece-y glitter look, this gold gel makeup holds up and will keep heads turning all night.

Danessa Myricks

Infinite Chrome Flakes Multichrome Gel for Eyes & Face

$26

Another great flake-like option, this gel offers a more iridescent chrome finish.

Cle De Peau Beaute

Cream Rouge Sparkles Liquid Lipstick

$50

For those who want to embrace a sparkling lip, try this rosy one from Cle De Peau that will pair nicely with a soft brown smoky eye.

Tom Ford

Soleil De Feu Spark Lip Balm

$60

Yes, even Tom Ford jumped on the glitter bandwagon, creating this speckled lip balm that softens lips while also allowing them to shine like no other.