Whether you’re venturing out to a Christmas gathering or two, catching up with family and friends or hunkering down with a loved one, get out your beauty stash and dial up your eye make-up with our expert tips and tricks from make-up maestro, Lisa Potter-Dixon, who reveals that you can achieve a modern party eye look in less than five minutes.
‘Christmas is all about sparkle, so why not add it your make-up look, too,' says Lisa – and she’s right. December is the time to make a statement with your make-up and now, more than ever, we should take advantage of its mood-boosting abilities. Think joyful vibrant hues, glossy finishes and a lot of glitter. Follow Lisa's pro-level tips to get the look:
Go For Glitter Eye Make-up
For Lisa, Glitter is an absolute must. 'I adore Stila’s Magnificent Metals, £24, it's so easy to use, just pat it onto the centre of the lid, or blend all over the eye.' It's so pigmented that it doesn't require a base colour underneath either.
For glitter first-timers, try easing your way in with a simple slick of glittery black liner or take inspiration from Bella Hadid's catwalk look (pictured above) and wear your glitter under your lower lash line for a lived-in party eye effect.
"Christmas is all about sparkle, so why not add it to your makeup look, too"
Be Creative With Colourful Eyeshadow
Party season is all about having fun so why not experiment with some bold, colourful eye make-up? Lisa adores jewel-toned shadows - 'Emerald greens, navy blues and rich coppers work well on all skin tones and can create a stunning finish,' she says.
For ease and speed, opt for a pressed, pigmented glitter shadow that can be swiped on with your fingertips. 'The Victoria Beckham Beauty Lid Lustre in Midnight, £30, is a beautiful royal blue. If you fancy going green, nothing beats Blitz Emerald in Pat McGrath’s Mothership 2 Palette, £115.'
Pair Back The Rest Of Your Look
'Dewy, beautiful skin and a fresh cheek is the best formula to accompany a bold eye,' advises Lisa. You don't want your features to have to compete with each other, so if your lips are the focus keep your eyes soft and vice-versa. 'Go for a nude lip if you're doing a glitter, colourful eye look.' We love Charlotte Tilbury's Pillow Talk, £25, a soft pink nude.
Shop: The Ultimate Party Eye Kit
Party Eye Makeup Look 2022
1 of 5Nars Voyageur Eyeshadow Palette, £28
This six-pan edit of lustrous deep berry and bronze shades look great on everyone (especially blue eyes).
2 of 5Stila Cosmetics Magnificent Metals Glitter & Glow Liquid Eye Shadow, £24
Prepare to swoon over this liquid gold shadow that leaves a lacquer, dazzling finish.
3 of 5Pat McGrath Mothership II Eyeshadow Palette, £118
A wardrobe of rich, wintery eyeshadows in various textures so you can build the perfect smoked out party eye.
4 of 5Victoria Beckham Beauty Lid Lustre in Midnight, £30
Don't bother with a base , simply press this navy blue, pearly shadow across lids for that wow factor.
5 of 5Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Palette Of Pops in Dazzling Diamonds, £45
Blend these four jewel-inspired hues (going from lightest in the inner corner to darkest in the outer corner) for a smouldering, smoked-out eye.
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