Christmas makeup can be as subtle as a rosy cheek or as bold as a red glitter lid. The trick is one festive focus and a fresh base.
Here are 13 Christmas makeup looks for family dinners, parties and Christmas morning.
1. Christmas Morning Natural
Tinted moisturizer, cream blush and a swipe of mascara look fresh in pajamas and family photos.
You'll need:
- Tinted moisturizer
- Cream blush
- Brown mascara
2. Santa Red Lip
A true blue-red lip is the Christmas classic and makes teeth look brighter in every photo.
You'll need:
- Blue-red lipstick
- Red lip liner
- Concealer to clean edges
3. Gold Inner Corners
A dab of gold shimmer in the inner corners brightens tired eyes after a busy holiday week.
You'll need:
- Gold shimmer shadow
- Small detail brush
- Mascara
4. Green Glitter Liner
A thin line of green glitter liner on the lash line is a festive nod to the Christmas tree.
You'll need:
- Green glitter liner
- Neutral shadow
- Black mascara
5. Red and Gold Eye
Blend a warm red shadow in the crease and press gold on the lid for a bold holiday eye.
You'll need:
- Red matte shadow
- Gold foil shadow
- Blending brush
6. Snowflake Highlight
Icy pearl highlighter on the cheekbones and brow bone gives a frosty, wintry glow.
You'll need:
- Pearl highlighter
- Fan brush
- Setting spray
7. Candy Cane Lips
A bright red lip with a touch of white shimmer in the center looks sweet and playful.
You'll need:
- Red lipstick
- White shimmer gloss
- Lip brush
8. Burgundy Lip and Bronze Eye
A burgundy lip with warm bronze eyes is cozy and grown-up for Christmas dinner.
You'll need:
- Burgundy lipstick
- Bronze shadow
- Brown liner
9. Freckles and Flush
Faux freckles and rosy cheeks give a sweet, cold-weather look for a Christmas market.
You'll need:
- Freckle pen
- Cream blush
- Clear brow gel
10. Champagne Sparkle
A champagne shimmer across the lids with defined lashes is elegant for a Christmas Eve service.
You'll need:
- Champagne shadow
- Lengthening mascara
- Nude lip
11. Glitter Cut Crease
A sharp cut crease filled with red or gold glitter is a show-stopping look for a party.
You'll need:
- Concealer
- Glitter
- Dark crease shadow
12. Plum Smoky Eye
A soft plum smoky eye flatters green and brown eyes and feels rich for the holidays.
You'll need:
- Plum shadow
- Black liner
- Volumizing mascara
13. Glossy Red Lip
A glossy red lip feels more relaxed than matte and looks juicy in candlelight.
You'll need:
- Red lipstick
- Clear gloss
- Lip liner
Pick one festive feature, like the lips or the eyes, and keep the rest simple.
Long-wear lipstick saves you from reapplying after holiday treats.
