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Planning your holiday beauty look can be stressful. There are tons of Instagram photos to take, the need to make sure your makeup stays put throughout endless family parties, and maybe even the pressure of impressing your opinionated in-laws (to quote a viral TikTok video, “We listen and we listen.” ). We don't judge…” But the good news is that improving your skin doesn't have to be a stressful process; especially When you have tips and tricks worth following on the red carpet.
If you're feeling festive and want to incorporate sparkle, now's a good time to do it — but Tasha Rico Brown He tells we There is an art to wearing glitter. Chanel makeup artist – who has worked her magic on celebrities including Gabrielle Union, Ayo Edbury and Alicia Keys – He says it's important to only focus on “one or two (facial) features” so as not to exaggerate. She further explains that doing so “allows the shimmery aspects of the makeup look to stand out.” “(Look for) products that have a lot of shine, shiny textures that shine, and balms that bring in light.”
Below, Brown's top picks that will help you bid farewell to 2024 and ring in the new year with an abundance of sparkle and magic. Enjoy!
Next level pout
Brown shares two ways to take red lips to the next level. You can either “(choose) a formula that contains gloss interlocked with pigment,” or you can swipe “clear or dazzling lip gloss” over the red lipstick.
Even if your red lipstick contains glitter, you can still amp up the shine or “double the color” by opting for a “shiny lip gloss in the same shade.” (Brown loves Sephora Collection About The Shine Sheer Shine Lipstick in Ray of Red.)
the Chanel Rouge Allure L'Extra in Rouge Royal It is the “go current”. The expert suggests pairing it with “silky skin and clean eyes.”
Brown recommends choosing a “thick” formula e.g Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Heat Global Lip Gloss + Plumper in a Glass Slipper. “A thin gloss formula will slide around too much and may eventually 'mix' with your lip color, causing bleeding around the lips.”
Glowing skin
“I like to add shimmer to the high points of the face to really highlight features,” says Brown. These areas include the top of the cheekbones, the bridge of the nose, the arch of the lips, and the center of the chin.
“To keep your shine up, make sure you choose a fine texture, with small particles of glitter,” Brown Dishes. Rare Beauty Positive Light Liquid Highlighter in Enlighten is a perfect example of this, and if you're using your finger to apply the product, Brown advises, “use your ring finger for control.”
Another one of Brown's favorites? the Nudy's Nudy's Glow Highlighter Stick in Bubbly Baby. You'll love the blendable texture and dewy look it achieves.
If you're not a fan of highlighter, use a “sheer balm” like Gillian Dempsey LED Tint in Dew It will also provide a gorgeous, bright finish.
When applying your radiance boosters, especially powders, e.g Chanel Diamond Luminous Powder Extra Large – The expert advises using a brush that is “thinner than a typical blush brush” to ensure precise application.
Sparkling covers
The “Sparkling Champagne” color is one of Brown's most beloved colors for the holiday season. “It goes perfectly with bold lips,” she confirms. Brown pours in two techniques that will come in handy whether you're using liquid or powder eyeshadow. For a smooth application, “use fingers or a tightly packed brush to gently press the product onto eyelids.”
Liquid formulas e.g Chanel Ombre Premier paint on shelf It has its benefits because it helps reduce the chances of the dye moving.
She's a fan Urban Decay Moondust Glitter 24/7 Eyeshadow Single in Space Cowboy. “Press—not swipe (the product)—to minimize any repercussions,” Brown points out.
