Berry lip shades are big this season so whether you pick a classic strawberry red or fancy a more modern plum purple, there are many fantastic shades to try. To show off the perfect look, remember that you'll need a flawless face too. Here are some tips:
1. Primer: When you’re dancing the night away and working up a sweat, it’s likely your makeup will slide off before you’ve even got your Mariah on for "All I Want For Christmas". If you're investing in one miracle product this season, make it a primer. This magic makeup solution will help your foundation go on smoothly and, most importantly, ensure it doesn’t budge all night. Nivea’s Express Hydration Primer also moisturises your skin, which is essential when the cold can cause dryness. Apply before your foundation and top off with powder to stay shine free.
2. Highlighter: Christmas parties mean lots of pictures – and although we can’t promise to help you out with that glazed "I’ve had a few cocktails" look, we can help you cheat your way to perfect bone structure. Highlighter is a great way to emphasise the brow and cheek bones, which is where the flash of a camera will reflect. Benefit High Beam comes with a small brush, which is efficient for contouring and creating a model-perfect finish. After applying your foundation, blend some just under your eyebrows and along your cheekbones. Finish off with a dusting some bronzer on your cheeks and get snap happy!
3. Berry up lips: You've got your perfect base sorted, so now it's time to try out a berry shade lippy in your preferred colour. Berry is the hottest shade of the season in the fashion world too, so perhaps you'll start by matching your lip shade to a favourite festive top or pick one that reminds you of your favourite winter fruit.
With all those canapés, champagne and cheeky mistletoe kisses you’ll want something that is quick to apply and not so fast to rub off. We like the Maybelline Super Stay lip product that promises great colour for up to 24 hours, without the dryness of a lipstick or gloopy texture of a lipgloss. Pick an ontrend purple tone and then use the balm that comes with the gloss for a perfect finish that will last all night. Pucker up! - © Cover Media