Christmas has passed and New Year's Eve is upon us... Time to get ready for the biggest party night of the year! Typically, people like to go all out for this annual celebration - makeup included. It gives us a chance to be the most glamorous versions of ourselves, and allows us to try clothing, makeup and accessories we might not ordinarily be comfortable wearing. So let's break out the big guns before the ball drops! Ready?
To help you look your glamorous-best, I've compiled the 3 most sizzling makeup looks to wear on New Year's Eve and what you need to get them!
1. The Smoky Eye
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I suppose we could be getting bored with this look by now. I mean, it's hardly cutting edge anymore. The thing about the smoky eye is... it works. It truly brings the focus to your eyes and keeps it there. It's a sultry, sexy, edgy man-magnet, and it's here to stay! Wear it if you're in the mood to get noticed.
Get the Look:
Too Faced Smoky Eye Shadow Collection has everything you need to get started on your smoky eye journey. Don't forget to finish up with black eye liner and two coats of black mascara. I like Jean-Michelle Mascara Magique in Noir and Pur Minerals Mineral Eye Defining Pencil with Smudger in Onyx. Keep the rest of your makeup subtle so your eyes can take center stage!
2. The "Vintage" Look
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Get the Look:
Apply a black eye liner like Sistina Eye Crayon Definire in Carboncino to upper lash line only, winging it out slightly at the outer corners. Apply two coats of black mascara. Next... lips should be bold! Try Cadette Colorwave Liptint in Admiral Red for a magnificent, healthy pout.
3. Girl-Next-Door Glow
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If being a femme fatale in the classic sense isn't really your thing, don't worry. This girl-next-door look will stop fellow party-goers in their tracks! It is beautiful and sexy all at the same time, without screaming "LOOK AT ME!!!" This look remains one of my favorites for its subtlety.
Get the Look:
Perfect-looking, glowing skin and glossy, gorgeous lips are essential to pulling this look off. Try Pur Minerals 4-in-1 Pressed Mineral Makeup Foundation with SPF 15 to perfect your skin. Follow with Sara St. James Easy Color Bronzing Powder for warmth and glow. Apply this shimmering bronzer to perimeter of face as well as to cheek bones, forehead and chin. For lips, try a high-shine gloss in a sunny shade. I like Madeleine Mono Double-Take Lipshine in Just Peachy. And of course, mascara is a must! If you like more drama around the eye area, you can also use eye liner to add definition. Brown eye liner will add to the warmth of this look while black adds a bit of mystery and sex appeal... You're the boss.
If looking hot is on your to-do list for this year, then why not start now? Choose one of these winning, celebrity-inspired party looks, and be sure to make an entrance this New Year's Eve! Also, don't forget to have fun and BE SAFE.
Happy New Year from your friends at Cosmetique!
