Here we reveal the beauty rules the pros swear by before heading out to a party. From a speedy sheet mask to an oversized hair bow, these are the go-to tips and tricks to ensure you turn some heads for all the right reasons.

Your Face

“DO use a 15-minute sheet mask to make you feel perfectly pampered and get you in the party spirit. A sheet mask is a quick and easy way to give your skin some rejuvenation ahead of a late night, and my Instant Magic Facial Dry Sheet Mask, £18 is a perfect pre-party pick-me-up,”

– Charlotte Tilbury, Celebrity Makeup Artist

“DO wear a strong bold lip. Lining your lips with a liner then applying a similar lipstick shade will help the colour stay on all night! Red is always fab!”

– Makeup artist Mata Mariélle

DO use a metallic eye pencil in the lower water line is a great way to add a festive flash that’s still sophisticated. The Byredo Kajal Pencil in Chaandee is a great option.

– Makeup artist Mona Leanne

DON’T overcomplicate your look. Sometimes, less truly is more. A well-executed, understated makeup look can be just as impactful as a bold one. Choose a focus, whether it’s a statement eye or a captivating lip, and let that be your guiding star.

– Aimee Connolly, Makeup Artist & Founder of Sculpted by Aimee

DON’T avoid glitter. I think sparkles or glitter can take any look to holiday glitzy glam. If you’re in a rush and you’re invited to a holiday party last minute, literally just swiping glitter onto the eyelid can make it that much more glam.

– Meredith Duxbury, Model and Content Creator

DON’T forget your skincare base. Make-up needs to be applied to a great canvas to make you look perfect pre-event. Exfoliation and hydration are key to glowing skin that doesn’t need to be covered with much make-up.

– Celebrity Facialist Joanna Vargas

Your Body

“DO invest in a good dry body brush. It helps to improve blood flow, stimulate the skin, and remove surface debris. It can also help prevent blockages caused by excessive oil and sweat build up in the pores. Take a brush with firm natural bristles and move it in circular, clockwise motions around your body, using more pressure in areas where the skin is thick. It will get your blood flowing and you’ll feel all pumped ready to party.”

– Dr Anjali Mahto, Consultant Dermatologist

DO apply fake tan with a brush. When it comes to applying product to your face, my secret is to use a brush, as you can literally use the colour to contour the face as you would with makeup, it also glides the product evenly over the skin whilst protecting the hands.

– Skinny Tan’s Resident Tanning Expert, Claire Lambert.

“DON’T miss a spot. People often forget to tan the back of their neck and behind their ears, you don’t have to apply much here but don’t overlook it. And although they can be hard to get right, don’t neglect – or be overzealous – when it comes to your armpits. I’ve seen a lot of tan pit traumas.”

– A-list tanning expert Jimmy Coco

“DON’T try out new products on your face or body before heading out to a party. This is your time to be safe and stick with what you know works best to avoid it all ending in disaster.”

– Hannah Martin, makeup artist

Your Hair

DO perform a mini scalpcial – massage the scalp with fingertips or a scalp brush, use a scalp scrub followed by a detoxifying shampoo – to refresh and revitalise the scalp, ensuring a clean and healthy foundation, a necessity for any hairstyle. Try STRAAND’s Miracle Worker Scalp Scrub that contains salt which adds some extra lift at the root.

– STRAAND’s Brand Co-founder Sarah Hamilton

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“DO treat yourself to a professional blow dry; hair will remain glossy and shiny for a few days and even a ponytail with a pretty hair accessory will look more groomed if you have had a blow dry. For volume, and to give you an extra day’s wear, use a dry shampoo, which will help to keep the hair looking clean and shiny without greasy roots.”

– A-list colourist Louise Galvin

DO keep things simple. Mid-long hair should try a ballet bun, it’s super easy to do and perfect for styling hair between washes. All you need is some sturdy sectioning clips to hold when styling and bobby pins to secure your hair.

– Celebrity Hair stylist Zoe Irwin

“DON’T sleep in hair products. It could result in you waking up with tangles and matted hair, which will be a pain to get out and result in breakage. Brush your hair out properly before going to sleep to rid it of excess product, and if you’re wearing extensions, take them out, ensure they are completely dry, and store them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to keep them in tip-top condition.”

– Hair Expert Alice Dawkins of Milk + Blush

DON’T go overboard and pick one element of your hair to be your focus. Opt for a great accessory, but pair it with a natural undone texture. Less is More!

– Celebrity hairstylist Luke Hersheson

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