Cute Christmas Makeup Looks (Soft Glam + Holiday Glow)
Christmas is the perfect time to elevate your makeup game with looks that are festive yet effortlessly beautiful. Whether you’re attending a cozy family dinner or a glamorous holiday party, these cute Christmas makeup looks will help you achieve that perfect balance of soft glam and holiday glow. Discover beginner-friendly tutorials and product suggestions for 2025’s trending looks.
Red Lip Classic Christmas Look
Nothing says Christmas like a stunning red lip paired with elegant makeup. This timeless look is perfect for holiday gatherings and photographs beautifully against festive backdrops.
How to Create the Look
Start with a flawless base using a dewy foundation
Apply soft brown eyeshadow in the crease
Add a touch of champagne shimmer on the lid
Line eyes with brown or black liner for definition
Finish with a classic red lipstick in a blue-toned shade
Product Suggestions: MAC Ruby Woo, NARS Red Lizard, Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Lipstick for a softer red
Soft Brown Glam for Winter
The soft brown glam look is perfect for winter’s cozy aesthetic. This warm, neutral makeup creates a sophisticated yet approachable vibe ideal for everyday holiday activities.
Create Soft Brown Winter Glam
Use warm brown tones in matte and shimmer finishes
Blend a medium brown into the crease for depth
Apply bronze shimmer on the center of the lid
Add a nude or soft pink lip
Highlight cheekbones with a golden glow
Product Suggestions: Urban Decay Naked Palette, Fenty Beauty Killawatt Highlighter, NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream
Glitter Eyeshadow Ideas for Christmas
Add some sparkle to your holiday look with glitter eyeshadow! Perfect for parties and celebrations, glitter eyes make a bold statement while staying festive.
Gold Glitter Holiday Look
Apply a neutral base eyeshadow all over the lid
Pat gold glitter onto the center of the lid with a damp brush
Blend edges with warm bronze tones
Add black mascara and glossy lips
Use glitter primer for long-lasting sparkle
Product Suggestions: Stila Glitter & Glow, NYX Glitter Primer, ColourPop Super Shock Shadows
Neutral Glam for Family Dinners
For intimate family gatherings, a neutral glam look keeps you polished without being overdone. This clean girl aesthetic is beginner-friendly and photograph-ready.
Minimal Natural Christmas Glam
Use a light coverage foundation or tinted moisturizer
Apply soft taupe eyeshadow for subtle definition
Add natural lashes or lengthening mascara
Choose a nude or MLBB (my lips but better) lip shade
Finish with a dewy setting spray
Product Suggestions: Glossier Skin Tint, NARS Orgasm Blush, Maybelline Sky High Mascara
2025 Holiday Makeup Trends
Stay ahead of the curve with these trending Christmas makeup looks for 2025:
Dewy skin with minimal coverage
Soft, diffused glitter rather than chunky sparkle
Glossy lips in reds, berries, and nudes
Fluffy, laminated brows
Cream products for a natural finish
Subtle contour with warm bronzers
FAQs – Christmas Makeup Looks
What makeup looks are trending for Christmas 2025?
Classic red lips, soft brown glam, subtle glitter eyes, and clean girl neutral looks are all trending. Dewy skin and glossy lips dominate the 2025 aesthetic.
How do I make my Christmas makeup last all day?
Use a primer, set your makeup with powder and setting spray, and use long-wearing formulas. For glitter looks, always use a glitter primer to prevent fallout throughout the day.
What’s the best lip color for Christmas?
Classic red is timeless for Christmas, but berry tones, deep plums, and nude glossy lips are also trending for 2025. Choose based on your outfit and the formality of your event.
