Main NY Look

NEVER TOO OLD FOR GLITTER

Glitter Lips

Who says you’re too old for glitter makeup? It’s almost NYE which means its time to revisit the glitter lip trend that celebs have been rocking on the red carpet recently. We’re talking golds, glitters, shimmers, sparkles and all the good stuff that your 10 year old heart would of desired. For a subtle look, try Lancôme’s Sensational Effects Lipstick in Check Me Out or M.A.C’s Frost Lipstick in Warm Ice.

A RED HOT TWIST

Smokey with a Twist

There’s nothing wrong with a good old fashioned Smokey-eye, like they always say, if it ain’t broke – don’t fix it. On this occasion however, we’re giving this classic look a little modern day USPAAH tweak. Try adding hints of reds, or if you’re feeling a little less brave, burgundy. Bella Hadid sashayed down the catwalk with this look at the Alberta Feretti show in September and we loved it too much not to share it with you guys. This Huda Beauty Warm Brown Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette works wonders, containing both subtle and bright hues.

THAT HIGHLIGHT BLING

Classic

So we’ve shown you a few of our ‘out there’ editorial style looks, but here’s something a little more classic. Subtle shimmering highlight to rival the Kardashians, and eye shadow in soft pink hues. While a great concealer can hide a multitude of late-night Festive sins, highlighter uses reflective properties to distract the eye away from those sins and have you looking party ready in no time. We’re all about the Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed Highlighter by Becca – you wont regret it.

BOLD NEVER GETS OLD

Bold Lips

Often we’re told to team bold red or dark lips with barely-there face makeup, but its December and more is ALWAYS more. We’re talking cat-eyes and all of the glitz for your festive eye makeup. One of our top lippy’s at the moment is this deep burgundy matte Illamasqua lipstick in Shard. Lined with our all time favourite LA Girl lipliner in dark plum, you can’t go wrong.

STA Main

Walk out the door, it’s sunny and your makeup sweats off, ten minutes later, the wind hits you hard in the face, almost as hard as a slapping scene that would take place in Eastenders. The joys of transitional, British weather everyone. Keep scrolling for a few makeup and skincare tips and tricks on how to sidestep that dreaded dry winter complexion and stay glowing all year round.

PREPARATION IS KEY

Glamglow

Starting with hydrated, moisturised skin is vital. Just like keeping a car oiled, think of your skin as the engine to your Ferrari! Invest in powerful skin masks such as Glamglow’s Thirstymud Hydrating Treatment (£39); containing the magic ingredient Glycerin it works to hydrate, moisturise, restore AND replenish the look of skin.

SCRUBA DUB DUB

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Chapped lips are an inevitable part of colder weather, so treat them with care and exfoliate/ moisturise them with cheeky Australian brand, Frank Body’s Lip Scrub (£8.95) and Lip Balm (£6.95) for all year round kissable lips.  As for the face, go for gentle cleansing products such as much loved French beauty brand, Nuxe’s Micellar Cleansing Water with Rose Petals (£14). Formulated with rosewater to purify, refresh and replenish skin, it’s ideal for sensitive complexions.

PRIME TIME

BECCA Primer

Primer and face creams should be used to create an even canvas for all of the lovely makeup that we continue to buy (why shouldn’t we own 10 shades of blushers, peaches and pinks are totally different, right?). For oily skin, try Laura Mercier’s Foundation Primer (£30), a cult classic in many a beauty junkie’s makeup bag, working to blur the skins texture to create an airbrushed finish. Our favourite though, is Becca’s First Light Priming Filter (£32), which uses translucent, violet light to brighten & even out imperfections, and pear flower and Sodium Hyaluronate to capture moisture. We’re telling you, this stuff is like a wake up call for the skin.

LIGHT WEIGHT COVERAGE

YSL Foundation

When your skin changes as the terror of winter looms, makeup artist Suzy Gerstein suggests experimenting with different products, to see how your skin absorbs them throughout the day. Try working in a few drops of Nourish Organic’s Pure Hydrating Argan Face Serum Apricot + Rosehip (£16.53) to calm redness and lock in any natural moisture, before applying a light layer of foundation. For combination skin, Yves Saint Laurent’s Le Teint Touche Éclat Foundation (£33.50) which evolved from the brand’s amazing Touche Éclat Complexion Highlighter (£25.50) that provides even coverage and true luminosity.

SPOIL YOURSELF

Facial

If your complexion’s just not looking as revitalised as you’d like, we recommend treating yourself to a facial once a month, or every two months to really rejuvenate your skin (it would be rude not to, no?). Sit back, relax and let our Sparista’s work their magic on your skin, working to cleanse, exfoliate, and nourish, leaving you with a well-hydrated complexion. Facials starting at £68 for 60 minutes, or £88 for 90 minutes.