Christmas glam up

The holiday season is here, and there's no better time to embrace the sparkle and magic of Christmas glam makeup.

Whether you're heading to a cosy gathering, a work party, or a night out, the perfect holiday look can make you shine brighter than the Christmas lights. From bold lips to shimmering eyes, Christmas glam is all about celebrating beauty with a touch of festive flair.

Here are some top tips to create your holiday masterpiece:

Glow from within

Start by creating a smooth, hydrated base using the Rimmel London Multi-Tasker All Day Grip & Breathable Primer (RRP €11.49). This lightweight gel formula instantly hydrates and preps your skin with a dose of vitamin C and hyaluronic acid, ensuring your makeup grips all day and night while letting your skin breathe. It creates a flawless canvas by smoothing and refining your complexion, ready for the radiant glow to come.

Shimmer and sparkle

Go for gold, silver, or jewel-toned eyeshadows to create a statement eye. Layer with glitter or metallic pigments for that extra festive sparkle. Gold’n Gifts Eyeshadow Palette (€52) The INGLOT Gold'n'Gifts Eyeshadow Palette is an essential for any makeup enthusiast aiming for a perfect, natural look with a touch of festive shimmer. This palette includes 6 eyeshadows in a range of nude, warm beige, and brown shades, for both soft, everyday makeup and bolder, evening styles. The high pigmentation ensures intense, long-lasting colours and excellent coverage that will not disappoint, even on the longest days! The velvety formulas allow for easy application and blending, ensuring seamless colour transitions. The palette features two new eyeshadows with a new formula, Creamy Glow and So Sparkle, bringing a touch of freshness. This palette is a great choice for a gift or daily use.

Flawless brows

Define and sculpt your brows for a polished look, as they frame the face and elevate the makeup. The Eyebrow Tint (RRP €29) is made from chasteberry extract to aid hormonal balance and boost healthy hair growth along with moisture-locking panthenol. This premium-quality, versatile, no-rinse formula covers grey and lighter hairs instantly and delivers a buildable tint with daily brushing for a long-term, natural look. Now available in four shades, from Lightest and Lighter brows to Darker and Darkest, the Eyebrow Tint is a very clever beauty must-have.

Lashes for days

Add drama with volumising mascara or opt for fluttery false lashes to make your eyes pop with imPRESS Falsies Mini Packs (RRP €11). Featuring exclusive self-stick technology, these cluster lashes apply instantly and last up to 24 hours, simply just press & go! The invisible bands create a seamless finish, and the foolproof application makes them a breeze to use. Whether you're going for a subtle or bold look, these mini imPRESS packs have you covered. If you're looking for a subtle curl, choose style Edgy Wispy for a natural, lifted effect. If you want instant volume, go for style Bold Volume to achieve full, dramatic lashes in seconds.Experiment, have fun, and don't shy away from stepping out of your comfort zone—this is the season for glamour and sparkle!