Holiday Makeup Mistakes

Be sure people remember your gift & not your garish makeup. Avoid these holiday makeup mistakes:

One of the best things about the holiday season is getting the chance to amp up your makeup look for all those festive parties. The day-to-day of the office doesn’t always present the opportunity to experiment with shimmer, so there’s no better place to kick it up a notch than at a holiday party.

But even though you want to stand out, you definitely don’t want your shimmery dream to turn into a sparkle nightmare. Here are a few tips on what to avoid so that you stand out, not strike out with the shimmer.

• Gloss Smart – Shimmery gloss is a great way to help your festive pout stand out, but a little dab will do ya. No need to layer on tons of the stuff. Too much gloss can make you look slippery rather than kissable.

• Sleeping (in) Beauty – I know you may head home from those holiday parties way past your bedtime, but that’s no excuse to pass up your evening facial skincare regime. You may be in a hurry to get to bed, but leaving your makeup on is a terrible idea that can result in horribly cranky skin. Instead, opt for a makeup remover that is quick and gentle so you can cleanse in no time before hitting the sack.

• Foundation Faux Pas – Now that it’s colder and we’re all outside a lot less, chances are likely that your skin shade is lighter than in the summer months. But don’t keep pulling out that summer shade and thinking it’ll make you look more bronze for your holiday shindig. Invest in a proper foundation shade, and leave the duo-tones to the carolers.

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