13 Christmas Makeup Looks to Put You in the Festive Spirit
There are many different ways to do holiday glam right.
When you think of Christmas makeup, your mind probably wanders to glittery and glamorous makeup for a festive celebration, but there’s also something to be said for the light and natural look for a cozy day at home. Regardless of how you celebrate, (maybe it’s a little bit of both) the right makeup look only adds to your ensemble. So, if you’re in need of some inspiration, we’re sharing 13 of our favorite holiday makeup looks to help you get into the Christmas spirit.
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1. Gold Eyeshadow and Red Lipstick
Gold eyeshadow is festive in its own right thanks to its high-shine, gilded finish. Pair it with red lipstick for a classic, Christmas makeup look that still feels wearable. To get the look, use a gold eyeshadow like the L’Oréal Paris Infallible 24 HR Eye Shadow in Eternal Sunshine and swipe it over the lid with a fluffy eyeshadow blush. For the crimson lips, we recommend the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Reds Of Worth Satin Lipstick With Saturated Color in Successful Red.
7. Silver Eyeshadow and Peach Glossy Lips
Like gold eyeshadow, silver eyeshadow has a high-shine, chrome finish that adds just the amount of pizzazz your holiday makeup look calls for. For tin lids, use the lightest shade in the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Pocket Palette Eye Shadow in Silver Couture and apply it all-over the lid. Feel free to use one of the deeper silver shades in the palette to smoke out your eyeshadow.
Continue to pack on the shine with a glossy peach lip like the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Pro Gloss Plump in Lucid Glow.
8. Plum Glass Lips and Bronzed Skin
Think of glass lips as an upgraded take on glossy lips. They’re wet-looking, high-shine and editorial-inspired. To get the look, apply a thick layer of the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Pro Gloss Plump in Clear to well-moisturized lips.
Then, take the L’Oréal Paris Age Perfect Makeup Luminous Hydrating Lipstick + Nourishing Serum in Perfect Burgundy and lightly blot it onto your lips, over the gloss. The goal is to create a subtle watercolor finish on the lips rather than a pigmented stroke of color. Finish the lips with an extra layer of clear lip gloss to blend all the colors together.
For sculpted, bronzed skin, use the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Up to 24H Fresh Wear Soft Matte Bronzer and dust it just above the hollows of your cheekbones and on the perimeter of your face. Use a small eyeshadow brush and dust a layer of bronzer onto your lids as a neutral eyeshadow to finish the makeup look.
9. Blue Eyeshadow and Matte Skin
While blue eyeshadow seems the least bit Christmas-inspired, that’s exactly why we love it. It’s perfect for making a bold statement and mixing up your routine makeup look. For blue lids, use the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Pocket Palette Eye Shadow in Avant Garde Azure.
With four shades of blue shadow in light and dark hues, plus shimmery and matte finishes, there’s sure to be one aligned with your preferences. For the most color payoff, dip your finger into the eyeshadow and gently swipe it over your lids. Use a fluffy eyeshadow brush to blend out any harsh edges.
For flawless skin, use a full-coverage foundation like the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Up to 24H Fresh Wear Foundation in a Powder. With a 24-hour, waterproof, smudge-proof formula, it’s sure to keep your skin looking flawless all Christmas long.
10. Green Eyeshadow and Matte Red Lipstick
If you want to go festive with your makeup, try this look to sport the classic red and green colors in the chicest way. Use the L’Oréal Paris Infallible 24 HR Eye Shadow in Golden Emerald and take a fluffy eyeshadow brush to apply the shimmery eyeshadow all-over the lid. Then, move onto the lashes and continue with festive shades by sporting the L’Oréal Paris Original Washable Bold Eye Mascara in Deep Green.
Finish the look with a classic red lipstick like the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Intense Volume Matte Lipstick in Le Rouge Determination. The slim bullet makes precise application a breeze — no liner needed.
11. Graphic Eyeliner and Ombré Lips
Festive makeup means doing things a bit differently than you normally would. Graphic eyeliner and ombré lips are upgraded takes on classic winged eyeliner and glossy lips that are staples in many a makeup routine.
Start the look off with the L’Oréal Paris Easy-Glide Mechanical Eyeliner, Waterproof and create graphic eyeliner on the upper lid, extending to the outer corner. Finish the eyes with a few layers of mascara.
For the ombré lips, line your lips with a darker shade of lip liner like the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Lip Liner in More Chocolate or Truly Burgundy. Taking a clean liner brush, lightly smudge the liner you just applied towards the center of your lips. Finish off your makeup look with a clear gloss like the L’Oréal Paris L’Oréal Paris Infallible Pro Gloss Plump in Clear.
7. Silver Eyeshadow and Peach Glossy Lips
Like gold eyeshadow, silver eyeshadow has a high-shine, chrome finish that adds just the amount of pizzazz your holiday makeup look calls for. For tin lids, use the lightest shade in the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Pocket Palette Eye Shadow in Silver Couture and apply it all-over the lid. Feel free to use one of the deeper silver shades in the palette to smoke out your eyeshadow.
Continue to pack on the shine with a glossy peach lip like the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Pro Gloss Plump in Lucid Glow.
8. Plum Glass Lips and Bronzed Skin
Think of glass lips as an upgraded take on glossy lips. They’re wet-looking, high-shine and editorial-inspired. To get the look, apply a thick layer of the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Pro Gloss Plump in Clear to well-moisturized lips.
Then, take the L’Oréal Paris Age Perfect Makeup Luminous Hydrating Lipstick + Nourishing Serum in Perfect Burgundy and lightly blot it onto your lips, over the gloss. The goal is to create a subtle watercolor finish on the lips rather than a pigmented stroke of color. Finish the lips with an extra layer of clear lip gloss to blend all the colors together.
For sculpted, bronzed skin, use the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Up to 24H Fresh Wear Soft Matte Bronzer and dust it just above the hollows of your cheekbones and on the perimeter of your face. Use a small eyeshadow brush and dust a layer of bronzer onto your lids as a neutral eyeshadow to finish the makeup look.
9. Blue Eyeshadow and Matte Skin
While blue eyeshadow seems the least bit Christmas-inspired, that’s exactly why we love it. It’s perfect for making a bold statement and mixing up your routine makeup look. For blue lids, use the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Pocket Palette Eye Shadow in Avant Garde Azure.
With four shades of blue shadow in light and dark hues, plus shimmery and matte finishes, there’s sure to be one aligned with your preferences. For the most color payoff, dip your finger into the eyeshadow and gently swipe it over your lids. Use a fluffy eyeshadow brush to blend out any harsh edges.
For flawless skin, use a full-coverage foundation like the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Up to 24H Fresh Wear Foundation in a Powder. With a 24-hour, waterproof, smudge-proof formula, it’s sure to keep your skin looking flawless all Christmas long.
10. Green Eyeshadow and Matte Red Lipstick
If you want to go festive with your makeup, try this look to sport the classic red and green colors in the chicest way. Use the L’Oréal Paris Infallible 24 HR Eye Shadow in Golden Emerald and take a fluffy eyeshadow brush to apply the shimmery eyeshadow all-over the lid. Then, move onto the lashes and continue with festive shades by sporting the L’Oréal Paris Original Washable Bold Eye Mascara in Deep Green.
Finish the look with a classic red lipstick like the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Intense Volume Matte Lipstick in Le Rouge Determination. The slim bullet makes precise application a breeze — no liner needed.
11. Graphic Eyeliner and Ombré Lips
Festive makeup means doing things a bit differently than you normally would. Graphic eyeliner and ombré lips are upgraded takes on classic winged eyeliner and glossy lips that are staples in many a makeup routine.
Start the look off with the L’Oréal Paris Easy-Glide Mechanical Eyeliner, Waterproof and create graphic eyeliner on the upper lid, extending to the outer corner. Finish the eyes with a few layers of mascara.
For the ombré lips, line your lips with a darker shade of lip liner like the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Lip Liner in More Chocolate or Truly Burgundy. Taking a clean liner brush, lightly smudge the liner you just applied towards the center of your lips. Finish off your makeup look with a clear gloss like the L’Oréal Paris L’Oréal Paris Infallible Pro Gloss Plump in Clear.
12. Reverse Cat Eye and Matte Lipstick
The reverse cat eye or reverse smokey eye is a fun play on smokey eye makeup that does wonders for hooded eyes. To get the look, use a pencil eyeliner like the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Pro-Last Waterproof, Up to 24HR Pencil Eyeliner. Line the lower lash line, starting from the inner corner to the outer corner. Create a wing at the outer corner, then smudge everything when you’re finished.
Line the upper lash line and connect it to the wing you just created on the lower lash line. Finish the eyes with a few coats of the aforementioned L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Waterproof Mascara. Top off your lips with a matte lipstick like the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Matte Lipstick in a shade of your choice to complete the look.
13. Colored Mascara and Pink Lips
Colored mascara is a great upgrade for the classic shade of black that many of us tend to sport on a day-to-day basis. Curl your lashes and reach for the L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Original Washable Bold Eye Mascara in Cobalt Blue or Deep Burgundy to give your lashes a vibrant pop of color.
Finish your makeup look with a soft, baby pink lip like the L’Oréal Paris Glow Paradise Lip Balm-in-Gloss Pomegranate Extract in Pristine Pink.
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Written by: Reece Andavolgyi, Photographer: Chaunte Vaughn, Art Director: Hannah Packer, Associate Creative Producer: Becca Solovay, Production Assistant: Jason Parigian, Digital Tech: Sam Kang, Photo Assistant: Hannah Lewis-Lopes, Makeup Artist: Jonet Williamson, Hair Stylist: Akihisa Yamaguchi, Wardrobe Stylist: Melina Kemph, Wardrobe Assistant: Kayla Martinez, Prop Stylist: Katrina Rozeville, Prop Assistant: Zach Molina, Model: Alexandra Cunningham
