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20 Festive Makeup Looks to Wear This New Year's Eve

From Swarovski-covered eyelids to graphic liners.

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With the final days of the 2010s decade ticking away and 2020 arriving in just a couple of days, there’s no better time than now to reinvent yourself. This New Year’s Eve, express your new-year-new-me sentiment through the makeup and hairstyle you wear to the most festive party of the year. You might be surprised by what you’re able to create by breaking out of your beauty comfort zone.

From ultra-mesmerizing eyeshadows to plush, glossy lips, find the perfect inspo for your NYE fête by checking out these glamorous looks dreamed up by some of our favorite celebrity makeup artists.

For more last-minute New Year’s Eve outfit ideas, take a look at these editor-approved, affordable cocktail dresses and bold red lipsticks.

If you’re planning to ring in the new year in New York City, here’s a list of the best NYE rooftop parties to check out this December 31.

Glowy skin and wet, bronzy eyes by Hila Karmand.

Fluorescent green inner wing by Kali Kennedy.

Silver-tone eyelids and glossy, dark lips by Sheika Daley.

Neon pink eyeliner and color-matching lips by Jessica Smalls.

Dreamy, gilded eyes and fluttery lashes by Sir John.

20’s inspired eyes with metallic gold accents by Nikki Wolff.

Shimmery, golden eyes and ethereal “dewy dumpling glow” by Nam Vo.

Metallic red cat-eye by Mario Dedivanovic.

Leopard spots eyelids by Sam Visser.

Glittery blue cat-eye by Emily Cheng.

Swarovski-covered eyelids by Nikki DeRoest.

Fiery red glitter eyeshadow by Pat McGrath.

Metallic pink eyeshadow, cat eyeliner and classic red lip by Lisa Eldridge.

Soft, sparkly eyes by Nina Park.

Glossy lips and dramatic eyelashes by Priscilla Ono.

Gold, graphic liner by Violette.

Sultry, deep berry lip by Patrick Ta.

Perfectly draped cheeks by Mollie Gloss.

Multi-colored lids and neutral lips by Katie Jane Hughes.

Over-the-top eyeliner by Hung Vanngo.

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