FRESH & EUPHORIC

FRESH & EUPHORIC

by | Dec 31, 2019 | 2020 January February, Style, Glow

SMOOTH & SMOOTHER

Alluring eyes are the focus in 2020. The all-natural L’BRI Smooth And Firm eye gel reduces puffiness and under-eye bags while helping retain proper moisture balance. It’s aloe-based formula provides instant soothing. $32.50. At L’BRI

SCENT STATEMENT  

The classic red lip turns festive with vivaciously vibrant shades and silky shine. Try Christian Louboutin Rouge Louboutin Silky Satin Lip Colour Lipstick for the perfect cranberry tint and holiday shine. $90. At Bergdorf Goodman

GLITTER FEVER

Shimmering 70s-disco-meets-90s-rave culture happens in this blend a pigmented eyeshadow on the lids, around the entire socket, diffused down to the top of your cheeks. Finish by generously dabbing glitter over the entire area, plus a touch of black liner and heavy mascara for a full disco diva effect. Try ColourPop Glitter Gel. $80 at ColourPop.com  

ISN’T IT ICONIC

The iconic and always sophisticated red lip turns vibrant with a very cherry-tone this season. Pair a matte shade with bold brows for a nostalgic yet on-trend look. Try Kilian Le Rouge Parfum Lipstick Matte Finish in Heaven for bold color and ultra-matte lips with a powdery velvet finish. $55. At Neiman Marcus

NEON MAGIC HAPPENS

Here’s an idea: swap your black liquid liner for a bright lime green to draw a thick cat eye. It’s a perfectly punk twist on the classic winged look. Try Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Freak. $22. At Sephora

PURPLE IS THE NEW PINK

The regal shade is taking over the beauty world. Blend an intense purple eyeshadow along your lower lash line. Finish with a lighter shade in the inner corner of your eyes and heavy mascara. Try Tom Ford Shadow Extrême’s Foil Finish in Violet. $36. At Neiman Marcus

THAT JUST-LEFT-THE-SPA GLOW

Bold eye looks contrast beautifully against fresh post-facial glowing skin. Try the Kevyn Aucoin Glass Glow Liquid Illuminator in Crystal Clear for the just-got-out-of-the-shower complexion we all crave this winter. $32. At Sephora

OPPOSITES ATTRACT

Throwback to the colorful 80s with two contrasting shadows blended boldly on your lids. Experiment with color and choose two saturated shades that sit opposite each other on the color wheel. Try Anastasia Beverly Hills Norvina Pro Pigment Palette Vol. 3 featuring 25 shades. $60. At AnastasiaBeverlyHills

GO AHEAD…GLIMMER

GO AHEAD…GLIMMER

by | Oct 31, 2019 | 2019 November December, Style, Glow

‘Tis the season to exert glitter-filled, over-the-top-glam. The chilly days ahead promise a twist on some old favorites and a chance to shimmer, sparkle and play with all the twinkling palettes, according to our beauty expert, Ana Bribiesca Hoff.

HOLIDAY’S GLOW

Gorgeous glowing skin will put you at the top of the nice list this season when you incorporate Maya Chia’s The Highlight of the Day Illuminating Serum, as a luminous, healthy and natural-looking radiance always accentuates one’s look. $42. At Neiman Marcus

WINTERIZED BEAUTY

To ensure a radiant complexion during these chilly months, try Guerlain Abeille Royale Rich Day Cream, a balm-like, rich formula that smooths wrinkles and fine lines, revitalizing skin for a visibly firmed and more luminous glow. $154. At Neiman Marcus

FESTIVE POUT

The classic red lip turns festive with vivaciously vibrant shades and silky shine. Try Christian Louboutin Rouge Louboutin Silky Satin Lip Colour Lipstick for the perfect cranberry tint and holiday shine. $90. At Bergdorf Goodman

SAFE HAVEN

Haven by Lily Aldridge Parfums offers a fragrance that allows you to experience the raw, exquisite beauty of florals with the sultry blend of opulent and heady Rose Absolute that’s delicately paired with blooming peony and musk. $50. At LilyAldridgeParfums.com

A TOUCH OF SNOW

That touch of snow-white shimmer in the inner corner of your eyes will brighten and deliver an angelic winter wonderland look. Try Anastasia Beverly Hills Loose Pigments in Icy-Pearl White. $22. At Sephora

GO GREEN. REALLY GREEN

This holiday season’s emerald smoky statement eye is the sultry look we’re asking Santa for this year. A show-stealing look achieved by blending three or more shades of highly pigmented green in the Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Palette, The Golden Goddess in The Rebel. $53. At Sephora

MONO, MEET MAGICAL

The monochromatic trend takes a festive spin by complementing wine-stained lips with bright burgundy winged liner. Try Lancôme Ombre Hypnose Stylo Matte Metallics in Rubis for an unexpected and wow-worthy look finished with tons of volumizing mascara. $25. At Saks Fifth Avenue

GLITTERFUL & THANKFUL

For a holiday-glam twist on the glitzy eye makeup, apply a chunky glitter pigment across your eyes, extending beyond the outer corners towards your temples when you try Tarte Treasure Pot Glitter Gel in Moonwalk. $18. At Sephora

SILVER BELLE

A gradient of silver and gunmetal screams both naughty and nice. Sweep a shimmering silver shade up to your brow bone and under your lash line by using Yves Saint Laurent Beaute’s Wild Tuxedo Eyeshadow Palette. $60. At YSLBeautyUS.com

GOLDEN DAYS AHEAD

Create stunning golden-champagne, smoky eyes that shimmer with  twinkle lights for your holiday parties with this assortment of 10 pigment-rich shades that smudge, blend, line, fill, and define. Try the Laura Mercier Caviar Vault Eye Colour Collection. $200. At Neiman Marcus