Top 21 Christmas 2021 Makeup Palettes: Our Beauty Editors' Holiday Picks

Explore our curated slideshow of 21 stunning palettes featuring velvet textures, vibrant pearls, and high-pigment shades. As beauty experts with years of testing luxury formulas, we've selected the most coveted holiday editions to elevate your wish list for 2021.

Limited-edition Christmas and winter collections make makeup palettes essential wish-list staples. Our editorial team has spotlighted the standout models based on pigmentation, versatility, and festive appeal.

Party-Ready Makeup Palettes

This season, luxurious packaging houses sparkling eyeshadows, lipsticks, and blushes in satin, glitter, or matte finishes to suit every style. Look for complete palettes with versatile neutrals and bold, high-pigment shades for seamless looks.

Sparkling Eyes

The ultimate holiday trend? The timeless smoky eye. For browns, purples, grays, or black on blue eyes (blend thoroughly to avoid heaviness), plums on green eyes for radiance, and warm copper or gold tones on darker eyes. Read also: Tutorial: What Makeup for My Eyes?

Pro tips for flawless eye makeup: Sweep neutral shadows across the lid, line with intense shades, and add shimmer to the center. Intensify outer corners with matte darks like brown, black, or gray to open up the eyes.

Festive Lips

Ruby red or rich burgundy shines on party nights in matte or satin. Pros can try ombré lips by blending two shades for contrast. For subtlety, opt for glossy finishes that deliver wow without overwhelming.

Luminous Complexion

Finish with highlighter on cheekbones, brow bones, Cupid's bow, and nose bridge. No dedicated highlighter? Use satin pink or gold eyeshadow from your palette. Read also:

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