Top Makeup Artists Offer Tips For Natural ­Looking Holiday Makeup

Sometimes it seems like the holidays are all about excess-present galore, tons of food, opulent parties, and yes, even glitzy fashion and makeup. But what if a faux lashes or a bold red lip don’t suit your style? If your personal preferences skew more natural than glam, you can still create a no-makeup look that’s elevated enough for a special holiday dinner, your work party, or even a black tie New Year’s Eve celebration. To help you expertly toe the line between low key and dolled up, we asked professional makeup artists for their top tips. You won’t need hours in front of the mirror or heavy product that will make you feel overdone -just a few tricks of the trade.

5. Reach for cream blush

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‘Every natural makeup lover needs a cream blush in their arsenal,” says celebrity makeup artist Michaeline Becker. “Unlike powder blush that sits on top of the skin, cream blush melts into the skin, creating a natural flush or lit-from-within glow.” Cream blush is super easy to apply, too. Simply swipe a bit of cream blush on the cheekbones and blend with your fingers, says Becker, who recommends also adding a tiny bit of rosy cream blush onto the bridge of your nose to mimic a natural winter flush.