You’d be lying if you said you didn’t want to impress at your upcoming holiday party. You picked the food, ordered the party favors, and planned out the seating arrangement. Now all that’s left is you.

Just like nature outside your frosty windows, makeup and beauty changes with the seasons. Follow these seasonal makeup ideas to impress guests and turn your regular makeup into a holiday party-ready face.

Don’t Skimp on the Metallics

While metallics look great all year ’round, there especially “in” during the holiday season. Go for gold or bronze to liven up your look. Sweep gold eye shadow onto your eyelid with dark bronze blended into the crease for an instant smoky reminiscent Christmas ornaments. Take this even further with some metallic gold nail polish.

Warm Up Those Cheeks

With the cold weather outside, bring the warmth inside to your holiday party with a little blush. Sheer wine shades look best during the winter months. Dust it onto the balls of your cheeks for an instant warm-up. If you have dry skin from the cold weather, go for a cream blush rather than powder to keep you looking oh-so-dewy.

Don’t Be Afraid of Going Dark

Of all of the seasons, winter is made for a darker eye look. Add some drama to your holiday party by going for a thicker line with black eyeliner. If you’re brave, line all around your eye, with the line thickest at the outside corner. Guests will have a hard time deciding whether to compliment your homemade cranberry sauce or your irresistible beauty.

Go Easy on the Lipstick

Red lips are always a good statement, especially for the holidays. But before you open the door donning your favorite red shade, try it out first. Take a sip from a champagne flute and see if it leaves a mark. If so, you’re better of with a muted shade or a different brand that won’t get on your guests’ cheeks as you greet them at the door.

Now you’ll impress with your awesome fashion and beauty sense, in addition to how impressive you are at throwing a good party for the holidays.

The Snowflake Cookie Favor from Favor Affair