I hate plans. For some weird reason, knowing I am obligated to something gives me severe anxiety. Even if the plans are good ones, just knowing I HAVE to do it makes me shut down completely. During the holidays I try to commit to very little, so often I have to throw myself together for last minute things. I decided it would be fun to show you how I throw myself together to look Christmas party ready!
I always start by washing my face and moisturizing it! Also, my hair was needing a serious wash. I sprayed my hair with some dry shampoo and secured into a slick bun. I also clipped in my Bellami extensions to make my bun a little bigger to add some drama.
I start by priming my face with Smashbox Photo FInish Primer. Creating a good base is KEY; we usually take lots of photos around the holidays so this makes for a flawless finish. I next blend Armani Luminous Silk Foundation all over my face using a beauty blender. I love using this foundation because it gives my face a glowy finish.
I quickly conceal my under eye using Urban Decay concealer then blend with my beauty blender. To define my cheek bones quickly and effectively I swipe NYX Wonder Stick.Then, again, blend with my blender.
I reinforce my contoured cheeks with a little bronzer then highlight my cheek bone with Benefit's Watt's Up! I then quickly swipe my eyelids with some rose gold colored shadow by NYX.
I do a quick cat eye using NYX Felt Tip Liner, however I always use Kat Von D Tattoo Liner. I was just testing out the NYX and I actually like it! Then coat your lashes in whatever mascara you prefer! CoverGirl Lash Blast is my favorite.
Slap on some red lipstick and you are good to go! I used a revlon lipstick here (I am not sure of the color). I usually prefer a red with more blue, cool undertones because it makes your teeth look whiter! This red is a bit orangey, but it works! All of this took me less than 10 minutes. What is your go-to holiday look?