Glitter must-haves: Dazzle this New Year’s Eve with THESE make-up essentials

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Blinkbrowbar Brow Glitter, £18, blinkbrowbar.com

Proving that there isn’t an inch of your face that you can’t bedazzle, this brush-on gel not only keeps eyebrows neatly in place but also coats them in a fine layer of sparkle, for a unique yet striking way to wear glitter this party season. It’s available in silver or gold.

Paul & Joe Sparkling Foundation Primer, £25, asos.com and beautybay.com

Begin your make-up with a primer that gives a subtle sparkle and a luminous, lit-from-within effect to the skin. This one’s also full of hydrating ingredients like orange flower water, jojoba oil and hyaluronic acid to keep skin in top condition and create a smooth base on which to apply make-up.

Stila Magnificent Metals Glitter & Glow Liquid Eye Shadow in Smoldering Satin, £23, stila.co.uk

No one does sparkly eyes quite like Stila, whose liquid eyeshadows are loaded with glittery pigment yet feel light as air to wear. Out of the nine shades available,  we love this molten bronze, which is ideal for creating  sexy smoky eyes – smudge  on with fingertips for the perfect party make-up.

Urban Decay Heavy Metals Metallic Eyeshadow Palette, £43, counters nationwide and urbandecay.co.uk

Create an array of show-stopping looks with this bumper collection of high-impact eyeshadows. From chic shades of bronze to bold jewel tones, all 20 powders in this palette give a glimmering metallic finish, and are smooth, easily blended and long-lasting.

NARS Man Ray Overexposed Glow Highlighter £29, counters nationwide and narscosmetics.co.uk

Almost too pretty to use, this highlighting powder is part of a limited-edition collaboration with artist Man Ray. The champagne-gold shade gives a flattering glow to all skin tones – apply to cheekbones and under the eyebrows to give definition and radiance to the face.

L’Oréal Paris Merry Metals Superliner in Gold, £6.99, Boots

For just a tiny dash of sparkle, try swapping your usual black liquid liner for this dazzling gold one by L’Oréal. The thin, flexible brush allows for precise application, while the long-lasting formula will ensure it stays in place all night long. 

Fenty Beauty Starlit Hyper-Glitz Lipstick in Sci-Fy, £16, Harvey Nichols and fentybeauty.com

This seasonal collection from Rihanna’s cosmetics line is made for nights spent on the dance floor. This lipstick comes in a cool holographic case and gives a buildable, balm-like wash of deep burgundy colour that’s packed full of super-fine glitter particles for a modern, jewel-like effect.