The glitter mascara trend is perfect for Christmas

Until recently, when asked "Which beauty product can’t you live without?" most of us would answer "mascara." Try asking the same question to some TikTok creators now, and you’ll be faced with a shocking reality: no one wears it anymore. Apparently, leaving lashes bare while focusing on other areas, such as the lips, creates a more harmonious facial appearance and lends a softer, more natural look. Thus, the hashtag #nomascara, which has amassed millions of likes and simplifies our make-up routine by eliminating a step, seems to suggest that mascara is dead. Before throwing away our tubes and wands, it might be worth taking another scroll through TikTok. While traditional black mascara seems outdated, new colors are rising in popularity, such as the subtle brown, the striking optical white, the elegant burgundy, and vibrant shades like blue, purple, green, and fuchsia.

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Glitter mascara is trending

Mascara has always been about darkening and lengthening lashes to make the eyes appear bigger and more noticeable. But that’s no longer enough. When applied, mascara now aims to enhance a makeup look or add a twist to a minimalistic one. This has led to the emergence of new colors and finishes. In perfect sync with the festive season and trends like Icy makeup and Slavic Doll makeup, metallic mascaras are gaining popularity, whether in chrome finishes or glittery versions. With just one coat, anyone can transform into Barbarella, a festive Barbie, or a glamorous Elsa from Frozen.

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What is metallic mascara?

Let’s clarify. We’re not talking about that stainless-steel spiral wand with no bristles that’s been making waves on social media. Instead, this refers to traditional mascara in shades like gold, silver, copper, or other metallic tones. These often feature a metallic finish and, in some cases, are enriched with glitter particles, transforming them into glitter mascaras. Frequently sold as a top coat, they seal and illuminate the lashes with extra sparkle. Among the must-have options available, Rabanne’s Eyephoria Famous Top Coat Mascara stands out. This vegan formula, described as a "glitterizer," enhances the gaze with silver and gold pearls for a multidimensional effect. Another favorite among beauty creators is Maybelline’s Sky High Space Diamond Glitter Mascara. Its pearlescent formula provides a shimmering finish and can be applied to bare lashes or over traditional mascara as a top coat.

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How to wear metallic mascara?

As mentioned, this product pairs beautifully with Ice makeup and Sugar Plum makeup, but it also complements a simple smokey eye. How should you wear it? Often used as a top coat, metallic mascara seals traditional mascara while adding shine. Start by curling your lashes with an eyelash curler, then apply your usual mascara. After waiting a few minutes for it to dry, proceed with the metallic or glitter top coat. For a bold, attention-grabbing look, apply it along the entire length of the lashes. For a more sophisticated and minimalistic style, apply it only to the tips, adjusting the amount of product based on your desired look. Some even use it on their eyelids to add sparkle to their eyeshadow. Ready to flaunt it at your next party?