Another big year is coming to a close, but your time to shine is just getting started...and we mean that literally! Kick off the season of soirées with radiant skin, shimmery eyeshadows, and bejeweled hairstyles that’ll make every event unforgettable. But December’s theme isn’t just a PSA to add a layer of glitter to everything (which we wholeheartedly support, btw), it’s a call to share your light with everyone you love. Beaming smiles, sparkling personalities, and that lit-from-within glow that comes from good food and great company.
So while you’re cozying up on the couch and half-watching your fave holiday rom-com (is it Love, Actually or The Holiday?), we’ve got plenty of stories to fill your scroll—from horoscopes to head-to-toe inspo to profiles on our favorite pros.
We tapped astrology duo Spellsisters Tarot to shed some light on the astrological transits that will define the next year, plus what they’ll mean for your sign and your glam routine.
She’s your favorite makeup artist’s favorite makeup artist. Danessa Myricks is giving us an inside look at what beauty looks like through her lens from learning self-love in the wake of colorism to becoming the beauty mogul she is today.
Inspired by pop stars, designers, and Disney princesses, Johnny Weir is just like us when it comes to beauty inspo. Tap to take a peek inside Weir’s wonderful world (and discover his flawless skin secrets, too).
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The holiday stress is real, so don’t forget to spend time with the most important person in your life: you. Need some ideas? We asked 12 IPSY staffers how they’re planning to indulge in a little self-care this season.
No time for a blowout before your company party? No prob. Our super creative crew of stylists, creators, and editors have put together a list of easy DIY hairstyles to get you ready in no time.
Champagne shimmer, unexpected pops of color, silver and gold shadow, velvety red lips, and so much more—these beauty looks are guaranteed to bring out your festive side.
Whether you’re looking for something lowkey yet sophisticated or totally all out (Confetti! Metallics! Pearls!), we’ve got all your countdown looks covered.
In case you needed more proof that glitter can totally be considered a neutral, here are 24 chic, unique, and seriously sparkly nail designs that’ll complement any look through new year’s and beyond.
We chatted with NYC dermatologist Dr. Rachel Nazarian for a brightening cheat sheet, so you can decode your face mask’s ingredient list with ease and choose the right one for your skin.
Roaring furnaces and bone-dry winds wreaking havoc on your complexion? Same. We’ve got the tips to keep your skin’s barrier protected, healthy, and happy through winter’s worst.
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