It seems like Thanksgiving just ended, and suddenly, the status of your gift list is giving you night sweats and your mailbox starts to explode with party invites. Then, there's the inevitable question: How the hell am I going to pull myself together and look good for all of this?Luckily, you've got us. And we've got your ultimate guide to staying fly through the holiday season and into the new year. Ahead, find a tip, trick, look, or product for every single day of December. Just make sure to check back: We'll be updating this as the month progresses.
Let's start things on an easy note, shall we? Holiday beauty doesn't have to require dozens of products. Here, we show you how to get seven gorgeous looks with only five makeup items.
The party circuit means extra time for major makeup mishaps. But we've compiled a list of the best products to keep handy for party touch-ups. How cute are those mini Beautyblenders?
Put down the red lipstick — not every holiday look has to include a crimson pout and winged liner. For the subversive ideas of the season, peep our guide to cool-girl holiday makeup.
No holiday makeup kit is complete without these metallic favorites. Stock up now, or put all of 'em on your wish list.
Behold: your go-to guide to flawless skin care and makeup all damn season. Because you don't want to ring in the new year looking like you just partied for a month straight.
What better place to get epic holiday inspiration than Instagram? We've rounded up our favorite hair and makeup looks from the photo-sharing app. Cute baby not included.
If you're looking to add some shimmer to your next holiday fete, look no further. Warning: sparkles ahead.
No matter what your hair texture is, we've got a soiree-ready style just for you — plus easy tricks for mastering it yourself. Now, you can focus on more important tasks, like whisking up the eggnog.
Don't lie — you've got many a beauty-obsessed friend on your shopping list this season. And even if you don't, these just-released treasures are perfect for some self-gifting, too.
There's no place like home for the holidays, but traveling there can be a bear. Make the haul easier with these tiny, to-go products that are totes TSA-approved.
Cat-eyes and red lips? Boring. Allow us to present you with 25 makeup looks that are anything but holly jolly.
Get your credit card ready! These gorgeous gifts are selling out fast.
Yes, you can wear glitter makeup without looking like you're headed to a middle school dance. We've got five amazing looks that are high on sparkle.
Not sure how to give the gift of beauty? We chatted with a pro to get his favorite picks.
Don't forgo your warm hat just to maintain your party 'do! We've got a few tricks up our sleeve for how to win the battle against hat hair.
Luxe ladies, this gift guide is for you. Check out how the 1% gifts— just try not to get too envious.
Glitter beards are officially a thing — a sparkly, sparkly thing.
Whether you've got a ton of time or are running out the door in a hurry, we tell you how to get ready for any holiday party.
Don't bust your bank account in order to look fly this month. We've got seven looks that you can do with just five drugstore products.
Don't worry about your makeup or skin care failing when you're mid-party. These products keep working long after you apply them — so you can set 'em and forget 'em.
Last-minute soiree? These beauty buys will get you ready in no time.
Get some major holiday-beauty inspiration straight from the street style stars of NYC.
No time to pick up a real tree? This little light of yours will shine and have your entire apartment smelling like pine.
Get into some major '90s nostalgia with the holiday beauty buys we wanted in middle school.
You made it through the holidays! Celebrate by looking ahead to 2016's coolest cuts.
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