Cranberry Plum Winter Makeup Essentials
As the chill sets in, I’m all about creating a look that feels cozy, vibrant, and glowing from within. Winter makeup can be tricky, but with the right products, you can achieve that healthy, hydrated look we all crave during the colder months. This season, I'm leaning into soft plums, lilacs, and cranberry tones that bring warmth and glow. Here’s my step-by-step routine using my top picks from the Sephora sale—each item is linked on my LTK for easy shopping!
1. Complexion + Base: Hydrated Glow
For a fresh, dewy finish, your base products make all the difference. I start with the Dior Glow Primer all over to give my skin a hydrated, luminous look. Then, I apply the IT Cosmetics CC Cream in Medium Neutral, blending with a sponge for a natural, dewy finish. This CC cream gives excellent coverage without looking heavy, so it’s perfect for winter.
To brighten under the eyes, I reach for the Dior Forever Concealer in 2WP—the peachy undertone instantly cancels out dark circles and keeps the look fresh without settling into fine lines. For setting powder, I keep it light and only use Huda Beauty’s Loose Powder where needed (around my nose and between my brows) to maintain that glow without too much mattifying.
2. A Hint of Color: Blush, Highlighter & Bronzer
Winter blush and highlighter should add warmth and life to the skin, so I’m loving a peachy, rose glow. I apply Dior Luminizing Highlighter (in pink, it’s the softest, most gorgeous candlelit glow!) to the apples of my cheeks and across the bridge of my nose for a soft, smoothing, plumping effect.
For blush, Dior Rose Blush brings a beautiful, fresh look to the cheeks. And to contour, I use a touch of Dior Bronzer (Warm Bronze) to add subtle shape and warmth, focusing on the cheekbones and jawline for definition. This trio is perfect for achieving that healthy, flushed look that makes winter skin come alive.
3. Eye Makeup: Soft Plums & Deep Definition
This season, I’m embracing warm cranberries and subtle plum shades for the eyes. The Tarte Juicy Eyeshadow Palette is perfect for creating wintery, sophisticated looks, with beautiful neutrals and deep tones that can go from day to night.
To define my eyes, I use Laura Mercier’s Deep Plum Caviar Stick as a liner, which glides on effortlessly and stays put all day. For lashes, I start with Lancôme Cils Booster for extra length and volume and finish with Lancôme Hypnôse Drama Mascara for that final wow factor.
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4. Brows: Defined Yet Natural
Winter makeup isn’t complete without well-groomed brows to frame the face. I’m all about a natural but defined brow this season. I use the Anastasia Brow Liner to add shape, followed by a sweep of Anastasia Brow Gel to hold them in place.
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Anastasia Brow Liner
Anastasia Brow Gel
5. Lips: Embracing Plum & Lilac Tones
For winter, I love playing with rich lip colors in shades of plum and lilac. I start with Anastasia Lilac Rose Lip Liner for a perfectly shaped lip, then add LYS Lip Color in Sincere for a soft, hydrated finish. This combo adds a bit of drama while keeping the look sophisticated and winter-ready.
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Anastasia Lilac Rose Lip Liner
LYS Lip Color in Sincere
Wrap-Up: Winter Makeup Must-Haves
These picks are my go-to’s for creating a glowing, hydrated winter makeup look that feels both festive and sophisticated. I’ll be linking all of these products on my LTK so you can easily shop each item and recreate the look for yourself! Winter doesn’t mean you have to settle for dull skin or muted colors—try these products to bring your complexion to life and stay cozy all season long. ❄️✨
What are your winter must-haves? Comment below and let me know if there’s a product you’re excited to try!
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