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The season for dressing up is upon us, but have you thought of how to make your makeup festive? Our make-up artist Carla Rep shares 5 easy methods to give your daily makeup look a quick and festive boost.
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Carla is one of the regular makeup artists at PB and has experience both in front of the camera and behind the scenes. For her, makeup is a combination of the model's look, styling, photography, and client wishes, along with her makeup and hairstyling style developed through years of experience. She pays great attention to the basics, giving the skin a healthy glow for a natural and effortless look- fitting the bold, sexy style of PB.
Make your eyes real showstoppers with a beautifully applied eyeliner line on the upper eyelid—this creates the illusion of larger eyes with an open gaze. Add an extra festive touch with ‘wings’ from the inner to the outer corner of the eye, giving the illusion of a subtle lift—also known as ‘winged’ eyeliner. Want to go all out? Opt for different shades of eyeshadow that you can easily blend together into a seductive smokey eye. This makes the look more feminine and a bit more dramatic—perfect for the holiday season.
Apply a primer over your entire eyelid before putting on eyeshadow. The primer creates a smooth base on the eyelids, helping the eyeshadow last longer. This is essential for darker shades, but it also works well as a base for lighter colors. Eye makeup will be less likely to settle into fine lines, ensuring a neat, polished finish.
If you use an eyelash curler, do this before applying eyeliner and mascara to avoid smudging. Curl your lashes first for extra volume, then apply eyeliner, and finish with mascara. Well-curled lashes will further enhance your seductive makeup look. For a natural look, choose brown mascara. If you want to go all-out with your eye makeup, opt for black mascara.
It's tempting to pull your eyelid taut to draw a straight line with eyeliner, but this does more harm than good. The skin around your eyes is thin and delicate, which can lead to more fine lines. Apply the eyeliner slowly—practice makes perfect!
Don’t forget your eyebrows! A dramatic eye makeup look pairs perfectly with well-shaped, defined brows. Whether you use a pencil or powder, defined brows will enhance your makeup look. A little concealer on the brow bone will make your eyebrows pop.
Create kissable lips with a seductive deep pink or red shade. There’s a perfect lip color for every woman, and it does wonders for your face—color on your lips gives you an instant feminine look. For the holidays, feel free to choose a bold color, but if you prefer something more subtle, opt for a glossy lip gloss. Just as festive!
It used to be an unwritten beauty rule: nails and lips in the same color. Now, you're completely free to mix and match different shades. However, for a festive look, we’re fans of the matchy-matchy style. Matching your lipstick and nail polish creates a stronger color impact and looks oh so stylish. Discover our range of nail polish products here.
Always use a base coat before applying nail polish. It helps the polish adhere better and prevents your nails from discoloring. Apply the polish in thin layers rather than thick ones, letting the nails dry in between. This gives the best result and ensures a beautiful, deep color.
Always finish with a top coat, and apply it to the edge of your nails as well. This ensures a longer-lasting result and offers extra protection against bumps or keyboard taps.
Dip your freshly painted nails in a bowl of ice-cold water to speed up drying. Then apply cuticle oil—the thin layer of oil creates a smooth surface, protecting the polish from knocks while providing nourishing care.
We could dedicate an entire blog to luminizers, but here’s a quick summary: a luminizer adds an instant chic "healthy glow" to your look and is perfect for giving your festive makeup the perfect finishing touch. Apply it to areas of your face that naturally catch a lot of light, and blend the highlighter with your foundation using your finger for a natural effect. Think of areas like your cheekbones and the bridge of your nose. If you want to go for a fully radiant look, choose a beautiful bronzer to add depth to your face. This creates a glowing and natural makeup look.
The above tips can all be applied together for a festive makeup look, but focus on what makes you feel comfortable. A natural, fresh look with a festive touch is more than enough for many women. For a toned-down version, choose one of these two options:
If you prefer a fresh and natural appearance, apply an intense color to your lips and nails while keeping your eye makeup simple and natural.
For a bolder look, opt for dramatic eye makeup in darker shades, paired with a nude tone for your lips and nails. There's no need to follow rules—anything goes!
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