party makeup looks vs staying in

There’s only one way to go when it comes to party eyes makeup - and that’s up. With this holiday edition palette of intensely pigmented neutrals, berry shades and shimmers, only the sky is the limit. Here’s a step-by-step of our favourite party eyeshadow look according to NARS:

Step one: Define the lower lash line with Go Deep and Double Trouble.

Step two: Apply Lights Out across the lid, blending Go Deep in the crease.

Step three: Finish with a coat of your favourite mascara.

Berry is the mood, berry is the moment - and this rich, vampy shade boosts our crush even more. With a soft-focus formula that smoothes on for a suede matte finish, we can see why Makeup by Mario’s products have made such a stir. Enriched with Rosehip and Passionfruit Seed Oils, you might forget you’re wearing it, but you’ll never fail to deliver on impact. We pair with a berry-tinted blush for a seamless look. 

Need the perfect blush to match your Berry Bright lipstick? Enter Fenty Beauty’s sheer cream blush that imparts the perfect amount of glow. Created to suit all skin tones and types, the melting cream texture makes it a must-have in every makeup bag. For simple party makeup or a more amped-up glamorous party makeup, simply layer on the flush across your cheekbones and lock in with a spritz of setting spray.

Ask any makeup artist what their must-have for showstopping looks is and they’ll name mascara as their number one every time - this fan-favourite Tarte one is no exception. Lengthening, curling, volumising and waterproof, this triple-black formula is the triple-threat we need for our most dramatic lashes yet. 

There’s been one word that’s hit it biggest in haircare this year, and that’s volume. Whether you’re styling out your curtain bangs or going for full-glam waves, here’s how we use Drybar’s iconic blow-dryer brush:

Step one: Towel dry hair to remove excess water.

Step two: Brush out hair with a comb and separate into large sections.

Step three: Place The Double Shot underneath each section and work it slowly from roots to ends until the section is dry and smooth.

THE moisturiser-makeup primer hybrid in every makeup artist’s bag, we always turn to Embryolisse’s cult product for staying home or glowing out - plus everything in between. Either use as the last step in your evening skincare routine, or under your party makeup looks for a dewy finish. And, that’s not all; we also glide across skin as a cream cleanser to remove ultra-heavy eye makeup at the end of the night.