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Holiday Makeup 101: Five Dos and Don'ts of Getting Glam this Season

Find out what tricks to try for a picture perfect look and how to avoid making a festive faux pas.

Pump up the volume on your holiday cheer this season with glitter, red lips, and lush lashes, but be careful not to go overboard or you'll end up on the beauty naughty list. You want your look to stand out for being ultra-chic, not mega-messy. There's a fine line between the two and it's easy to get swept up in swirls of glitter and gloss. In other words, tread lightly with these seasonal trends and you'll be the hit of the holidays!

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    Find out what tricks to try for a picture perfect look and how to avoid making a festive faux pas.

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    Be careful with glitz

    Try: Try adding just a hint of glitter to your look. A bold shimmer eyeliner or a dusting of golden highlight on your cheekbones gives your makeup a festive feel.

    Skip: Don’t spread glitter all over or you’ll risk looking like a human disco ball. A little goes a long way!

    Sephora Retractable Waterproof Eyeliner in Glitter Purple, $12. Sephora.com

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    Give yourself a rosy glow

    Try: Warm up your look with a dusting of rose blush. It’ll instantly take your makeup from bland to bright!

    Skip: Don’t go overboard with your blush. You want to look fresh, not like you’ve been standing outside in the freezing cold.

    Maybelline New York Dream Bouncy Blush, $8. Walgreens.com

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    Wear a red lip that lasts

    Try: Nothing says the holidays like a bright red lip. A lip stain is a great way to achieve a pop of color that stays vibrant all night.

    Skip: Avoid messy glosses that you’ll have to reapply or worry about getting on your teeth. You should be focusing on the party, not your pout.

    Benefit BeneTint, $29. Benefit.com

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    Sport bold brows

    Try: Strong eyebrows are trending on the runways and the red carpet, so put down those tweezers. Give your set a little boost with a light brow powder or gentle strokes of a firm pencil.

    Skip: Just say no to thick tinted brow gels or creamy pencils—you’ll risk depositing too much color.

    Anastasia Brow Powder Duo, $22. Sephora.com

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    Bulk up your lash look

    Try: Try falsies! If a big line of lashes seems intimidating, cut the strip into three pieces and apply each section individually.

    Skip: Leave your go-to daytime mascara at home—you don’t want to worry about smudges or flaking. If you’re really not a fan of false lashes, try a waterproof mascara that will stay put.

    Sonia Kashuk Full Glam Eyelashes, $5. Target.com

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