Glitter Strobing Is the 1 Holiday Beauty Trend Worth Obsessing Over

On our social media editorial assistant Meki's complexion, Rabanal used MAC Cosmetics Strobe Cream in Redlite ($33), which features crimson pearls, as the luminous base of this look.

"There are undertones in Meki's skin that we can bring forward with a red. Gold will just highlight, but red creates a richer look that's more unexpected," he explained.

While every shade in the Strobe Cream range flatters all complexions, those just starting to experiment with this product might want a bit more guidance. Rabanal suggests you opt for Silverlite or Pinklite creams if you have fair skin. Pinklite, as well as Goldlight, will add dimension to medium to dark complexions, while Redlite and Peachlite will make the deepest skin really glow.

After patting on the Redlite Strobe Cream, he added MAC Cosmetics Extra Dimension Skinfinish in Show Gold ($33), a peachy-pink highlighting powder, and a cocktail of three MAC glitters ($22 each): Reflects Red, Pink, and Fuchsia.

For a concentrated luminous effect like this one, Rabanal says that using two brushes — a larger one and a smaller blending tool — is key. "The larger brush should be used to create a wider wash of highlight," he noted, "and the smaller brush to create smaller, additional layers on top of the same area."

For the frosty face of our trending editorial assistant, Victoria, Rabanal layered Silverlite Strobe Cream ($33) under the opalescent Extra Dimension Skinfinish in Soft Frost ($33).

If you're in pursuit of a pearly glow like this model's, blend your foundation 50/50 with Strobe Cream, then apply it with a foundation brush. It'll make your skin look naturally dewy.

Rabanal blended MAC Reflects Glitter in Transparent Teal and 3D Silver ($22) for this, using the MAC Cosmetics 224 Tapered Blending Brush ($32) to pat on and buff out the sparkles. He opted to keep the glitter close to the outer corner of the eye and then diffuse it, as this was the highest point of her face.

If you're concerned about locking down your glitter — as we all know, this beauty accessory tends to migrate! — Rabanal advises that you keep your skin a little moist to help the sparkles stick. "Don't powder over everything too much," he warned. "Prep + Prime Fix+ Spray ($23) helps to re-add moisture." Try spritzing it onto your brush to help apply the glitter.

This high-drama look uses a blend of MAC Glitters in Fuchsia, Pink, Reflects Pink, Reflects Very Pink, and 3D Silver, with a concentration of silver on the center of the eye and the inner corners. By blending the sparkle with Mixing Medium Eyeliner ($14) (Rabanal used a ratio of half mixing medium, half glitter), you'll be able to rock this look all night without fear of losing any shine. "Mixing medium dulls the glitter a bit, so pat more glitter on top," he recommended.

"Eye shape is key when I get inspired to create a look," said Rabanal. "Meki has a lot more space between her eye and her brow so I wanted to complement this by adding a larger glitter shape to her lids."

Because this is such a sultry, show-stopping look, use a neutral lip color (or none at all). You don't want to take any of the focus away from your eyes!

Here, Rabanal combined MAC Glitters in Turquoise, 3D Lavender, 3D Silver, and Reflects Teal. "Blue is great for brown-eyed girls," remarked Rabanal. This is because blue is a stark contrast with warm brown, making for an elegant and timeless juxtaposition.

Instead of a full-coverage glitter design, Rabanal left the center of the eyes open for a lighter feel. "Victoria has a lower brow, so I worked closer to her lashline and out on the sides of her eyes to balance her eye shape," he said. The result is a simultaneously sculpted and highlighted eye.

Extreme caution should be used when wearing glitter around the eye. To remove it, Rabanal swears by MAC Cosmetics Cleanse Off Oil ($32). "I use it to massage all the glitter into the oily slurry and then just add water to rinse everything away," he said.

Rabanal started with a base of Retro Matte Liquid Lipcolor in High Drama ($21), an intense, vampy plum.

A dusting of Ruby Red Pigment and MAC Cosmetics Extra Dimension Skinfinish in Show Gold on the model's cupid's bow created extra definition, while the combination of Reflects Pink Glitter and Ruby Red Pigment ($22) added extra fullness to the center of her lip.

To keep the focus on the model's pout, Rabanal lightly used a coordinating metallic burgundy liner on her lower and upper lashline and finished with a few coats of mascara.

Rabanal used MAC Cosmetics Lipstick in Verve ($17), a '90s brownish-plum, as the foundation for this trend-forward look.

He then added Extra Dimension Skinfinish in Soft Frost ($33) and Reflects Transparent Teal Glitter ($22), a white sparkle with a blue cast, to the model's cupid's bow, nose, and chin.

To keep this look on for as long as possible through a party, Rabanal advises you use a straw when drinking and keeping a bit of extra product in your purse for touch-ups. "If proper application has been executed, it's likely to stay on through eating and or light kissing," he remarked.