One brand that KNOWS (and absolutely nails) holiday glitz and glam is YSL Beauty.

From their couture packaging to their high performing products, each application is a treat. I love brainstorming looks before the holiday season, so let me run you through a glam I recently cooked up (which might be one of my fav looks of 2026)!

This primer is underrated, and I’m really not sure why. Several years ago, I used to do client makeup, and this blur primer was a staple in my kit. It remains a staple in my own routine! It’s perfect to create an airbrushed base, and in my opinion, it also works well with most foundation formulas. I usually focus this product only on my T-zone, and apply before I start my eye makeup so it has time to settle into my skin by the time I apply my foundation.

This is by far the best primer I have ever used. It is a splurge, but it not only feels incredible, but it keeps make up looking dewy, and flawless all day. The blur is real. - Liz.

Not only are these gorgeous palettes a treat to look at, they’re also incredibly high performing. With just one eyeshadow palette, you can create endless eye look combinations. For this look, I wanted a cool tone eye, so I recommend the purply-silver shade in ‘840 Magnetic Purple’ or the pearlescent shimmer in ‘740 Endless Spark’.

I like to start by building the matte shades first as a base (here I used the brown from ‘310 Exotic Mirage’), before going in with plenty of shimmer. A little trick to make your eyes really pop is to concentrate the shimmer on the centre of your eyelid. I love applying it with my fingers, then softly blending out the edges with a brush. The warmth of your fingertips helps to amplify its finish.

For an extra touch of glam, try running a little shimmer along your lower waterline!

I’ve been CRUSHING on YSL Beauty’s eyeliners for years. They’re creamy, intensely pigmented and so easy to work with. I’ve always loved a heavier kohl liner, and the crushliner brings the perfect balance between blendability and staying power. For me, this step is essential as a strong liner really brings the entire eye look together!

"Glides like a dream and doesn't budge." - LS

I’m not the biggest fan of false lashes but I have never felt FOMO because the YSL Beauty All Hours Mascara delivers all the volume and length I need. The pine cone shaped brush coats each lash evenly, whilst fanning out your lashes without a clumpy finish. The black shade is perfect for an intense eye, but there is also a gorgeous brown, if you’re looking for a softer finish. I’ve been through at least 4 tubes of this mascara across the past 2 years.

"Gives this insane lift to your lashes!" - Madi

This foundation has only recently made its way into my routine, but it has quickly secured a spot in my top 3 foundations. The YSL All Hours Glow Foundation has a unique serum based formula which leaves a radiant, skin-like finish without ever feeling heavy, all whilst making your skin look incredibly flawless.

Though it is a glow foundation, it doesn’t emphasise any texture. Rather, it blurs your skin even without setting powder. The formula is also building, although I generally find that one pump is more than enough.

"This is my favourite foundation for combination skin! I love this a lot as it looks very skin-like and has a healthy glow. it slightly blurs pores and it can last pretty well a whole 9-5 with no powder/setting spray/primer. Medium coverage." - Anastasia

A blush I have not been able to put down over the past year is the Make Me Blush Bold Blurring blush. It’s the perfect powder blush which not only blurs and smooths your skin, but also offers brilliant combination of blush and highlighter. I love wearing this on its own for a healthy glow, or as a blush topper. 

Pro Tip: for the ultimate blush combination, I layer this over the liquid Make Me Blush in the shade Peach Nude.

"Absolutely beautiful blush! The colour is flattering, blends effortlessly, and gives my skin a natural, healthy glow. The formula feels silky and buildable, so it's easy to create either a soft everyday look or something more defined. It lasts for hours without fading, and the packaging feels so luxurious. Definitely one of my favourite blushes!" - Lauren

This is a divine lip liner. Its unique formula is soft and blurring but very long lasting (which is essential during the holiday season, because I’d rather spend time enjoying my favourite desserts than reapplying my lip).

Unlike many lip liners on the market, this shade range is also very true to its colour (meaning, they will not pull unexpectedly warm/cool). 

Like the Kiss Shaper, the Lip Blushers have a beautiful soft matte formula which is not only comfortable, but also leaves a slight tint as it wears off. It’s buildable, allowing you to customise the level of pigment. I like to tap this lip blusher on the middle of my lips for a blurred, fuller lip. Glides on like butter too!

Pro tip: The formula of these Lovenude products are beautiful as a quick on-the-go contour or blush. 

For me, a gloss is a must to seal off any look! If you’re not after a plumping effect, I recommend topping off your lip combo with the Loveshine Lipstick, which gives the most beautiful glazed finish. However, the Loveshine Plumbing Lip Oil leaves a delicious shine and added fullness.

Both these products provide a lovely touch of hydration and a subtle wet-shine finish (which lasts!!). 

And Voila, here’s the finished look!