e.l.f. Cosmetics Glitter Eye Makeup For the Holidays
These 3 Eye Makeup Trends Are Over-the-Top and Perfect For the Holidays
Makeup trends thrive during the holiday season and even though our social calendars are slimmer than usual that doesn't mean we're not prepared to play with loads of glitter and jewel-tone shades. Luckily, there are three trends that have recently hit our radar that we can't wait to try, even if our Friendsgiving potluck is virtual this year.
Like most makeup trends in 2020, these holiday-friendly options are all about the eyes. Better still, we managed to find products that are affordable so trying them at home is easier than you may have thought.
The Trend: Over Liner
Fashion Week looked different this year, but that doesn't mean a slew of beauty trends didn't come out of it, which are now conveniently hitting Instagram. One in particular is the over liner trend. Just like the upside eyeliner fad, this trend is all about coloring outside of the lines — literally. Instead of focusing the color along the lash line, this trend encourages beauty enthusiasts to paint the eyeliner just above or on the crease. (If you have a monolid, focus the eyeliner just below the brow!)
So, how do you achieve it? Your go-to eyeliner will do. Our favorite is the e.l.f. Cosmetics No Budge Retractable Eyeliner ($4). Not only is it creamy and long-wearing, but the colors are really pigmented so whatever shade you choose stands out.
The Trend: Jewel-Tone Glitter
Just like clockwork, beauty enthusiasts flock to jewel-tone shades the moment the temperatures drop and festive decorations go up. Whether you're looking for a party-friendly look or a new and funky texture to play with, this trend is for you, and the best way to try it is using glitter.
Usually, glitter makeup is a huge fuss: it's messy, is hard to remove and even harder to apply. Luckily, that's not the case with the new e.l.f. Cosmetics All That Glitters Liquid Glitter Eyeshadow Vault ($35), which includes eight shades of this award-winning and easy-to-use gel-based formula that dries quickly but lasts hours.
The Trend: Gem Embellishments
That trend you loved in middle school is making a cool comeback and you're definitely going to want to try it. From decorating your crease with these shiny embellishments to jazzing up your outer corners or cheeks with some sparkle, this trend is for anyone in search of a low-lift look that makes a huge difference.
One thing you want to be sure of when shopping for face gems is that they're sticky and actually last more than a few minutes on your face. The new e.l.f. Cosmetics Face & Body Gems ($3) manage to check both of those boxes while also offering a wide variety of styles and sizes so you never have to stop experimenting. Bonus: these embellishments work on your face, body, and nails!
