The holidays have come and gone but New Year’s Eve is still on the horizon! I took a cue from my favorite silver screen sirens to create two holiday makeup looks with the ever glamorous and luxurious Charlotte Tilbury collection that will have you looking fabulous as ever whether you spend the evening at home or elsewhere <3
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Two Pretty Holiday Makeup Looks
Let’s start with a glam holiday makeup look that would be perfect for the red carpet!
Before applying any makeup, I started off my look with this incredible “Magic Cream.” It makes your skin smooth and moisturized, creating the perfect canvas for your makeup.
Once the moisturizer was set, I applied this primer for a luminous effect. You can actually apply it under, over or instead of foundation but I prefer to apply it under to smooth my skin even more 😉
After I prepped my skin with foundation, I applied these gorgeous hues from this eyeshadow palette. I know that some people prefer to put on their foundation after applying eye makeup, but I’ve just always done it this way and it’s a hard habit to break haha. I used the lighter shade (top left) to prep my entire lid up to the brow and then used the burgundy shade (top right) in my crease. I darkened my crease by layering the darkest shade ( bottom right) and added a hint of sparkle with the last shade (bottom left). One of these days, I’ll make a video so you can see it in action 🙂
After applying eyeshadow, I added a wing across the top of each eye with this liquid eyeliner. I get a TON of compliments on my eyeliner and winged eyeliner is something I always wear (I never wear eyeliner on the bottom though). I have a very distinct way of doing it so I’ll save this for another video as well.
Next, comes the mascara! I always get asked if I have false eyelashes but no… it’s just my mascara haha! I usually apply 2-4 coats depending on what type of look I’m doing – for this one, I applied three coats, allowing each to dry before reapplying. I only put one light coat on my bottom lashes.
After completing my eye makeup, I moved on to “sculpting” my face and used the contour and highlighter duo for this step. I used the contour just under my cheek bones and on the sides of each nose.
After contouring, I used this gorgeous blush for a pretty, rosy glow! I should also note that I always use a vibrating makeup brush to seamlessly blend my contour and blush (separately). After applying my contour and blush, I then swept the highlighter over my cheekbones and the bridge of my nose for a hint of sheen.
Before applying lipstick, I lined my lips with a nude lip pencil. I find that lining my lips tends to make my lipstick stay on better and look more true to the color.
For my lipstick, I decided to go for a hue that would work perfect for the red carpet…or New Years..or Christmas. I call this one my “Marilyn” red as it’s the perfect classic Hollywood red lip color 😉
Red’s not your thing? No worries! I love this peachy nude lipstick for a more natural and understated yet elegant look. Very Audrey Hepburn 😉 I started by filling in my lips with a nude lip pencil and applied a creamy, kissable nude lipstick on top.
After enjoying a fabulous evening with your glamorous holiday makeup, it’s time to remove it gently and effectively. Using smooth and exfoliating clean towels can make the process much easier. These towels are perfect for removing makeup because they provide a gentle exfoliation, leaving your skin feeling fresh and rejuvenated.
Details:
Leyden Bronze Dress c/o | Rose Gold Ring (old – similar here) | WAYF Floral Top c/o (dress version seen in this post!) | Herkimer Diamond Necklace (similar here) | Londontown Nail Polish | SimpleHuman Mirror | Rocksbox Necklace (on tray)
Charlotte Tilbury Makeup c/o – Magic Cream | Primer | Contour and Highlighter | Blush | Eyeshadow | Eyeliner | Mascara | Red Lipstick | Lip Liner | Nude Lipstick
And there you have it: two pretty holiday makeup looks!
When it comes to lipsticks, do you prefer a bold, glamorous red or a pretty, understated nude?
xo
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Looks great and I like your pictures!
Mira Audrey’s
They look nice. Your makeup is so festive and great for holiday. I love bold colors 🙂 though sometimes I go with nudes 🙂
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Gosh, I may need to try that magic cream…my face needs all the magic it can get!
XOOX
Jodie
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Oh I love these products!!!
– Cielo
Mermaid in Heels
I keep hearing amazing things about the Charlotte Tilbury magic cream! I think I need to try it ASAP!
xoxo,
Kim
Can you do my makeup?! I love this!
I love the peach lipstick- I am a fan of red lipstick but sometimes I want something more subtle!
That lip color really suits the total look. I love using light color like peach in my lips too!
I love Charlotte Tilbury, her packaging is the best!
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Both looks are great on you girl. So pretty for the holidays!
Cheers,
Steph
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Both of these looks are absolutely beautiful!! I love the second look the best! SO pretty!
This look is gorgeous!!! That lipstick is perfect for holiday parties
I love Charlotte Tilbury products!! That magic cream is amazing and I love those lipstick colors, so gorgeous!
Kileen
cute & little
These are nice looks!
I love that magic cream! I love a bold red lip, but for work I’ll take a nude pink.
You look gorgeous! I love a red lip for the holidays! And that magic cream sounds great! I need to get my hands on it asap <3
Loving both these holiday makeup looks! I typically go for a nude lip but during the holidays I love a bold red lip!
xo, Laura
Love Charlotte Tilbury makeup – lovely post Lizzy. Merry Christmas lovely xx Maria
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Great guide dear. Love your picks of products here. Thanks for sharing.
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
All of my favorite CT products here! I love their lipsticks!
I need some of these goodies in my collection!
Your makeup always looks flawless! I wish I could do winged eyeliner, but I’m rubbish at it! I’ve never tried Charlotte Tilbury makeup but I’ve heard so many good things about it. Thanks for sharing over at the link up!
Emma xxx
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Beautiful looks Lizzie! I have been practicing winged liner ( from you tube) and love the colors of the makeup you are using! The peach lip is up my alley.
jess xx
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So pretty! I love a good deep red during the holidays.
Deep reds are just stunning!
Charlotte Tilbury seriously makes some of the most beautiful makeup that really stands up to its price points. Absolutely beautiful looks!
Beautiful product and packaging! I love it so much!
OO these are all beautiful makeup products!
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Aren’t they gorgeous?!
Love the lip colors! I’ve heard great things about Charlotte Tilbury- need to try some of her products soon!
Thank you so much Kristina!
That lipcolor looks marvelous on you. Stunning pictures as always.
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Thank you so much Tanvi!
Thank you so much Jess! Yay! Practice makes everything better!
Thank you so much Emma! Practice makes everything better! Thank you for hosting!
I have always admired your make up! Both the lip colors look great on you!
xoxo
Lovely
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Thank you so much Lovely! You’re the sweetest!
So pretty!! I love Charlotte Tilbury makeup!! I always love a nude but during the holidays so fun to add a bold lip!
Xo, Steph
Thanks so much Stephani! I agree!
You are so gosh darn pretty, Lizzie! These were fun makeup ideas. I do love a bold red lipstick, but a muted pink is so pretty, too! Thanks for sharing and linking with me!
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
Thanks so much Shelbee! I love both of them too 🙂