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These Glam Essentials Will Take You Through Party Season

By Isabel Cottol

With party season on the horizon and so many festivities to look forward to, now is the perfect time to spruce up your makeup bag. Plus, with Christmas gifts being bought left right and centre for everyone else, we’d argue that you deserve to treat yourself too.

Whether you’re searching for something sparkly to make an impact, are in pursuit of sublimely flawless skin, or need a classic red lip to carry you to Christmas and beyond: you’ll find your party glow right here at Space NK.

From the A-lister approved foundation by Armani Beauty to this year's highly coveted Hourglass Ambient Lighting Unlocked Palette, here’s our roundup of the best party makeup essentials to get you in the mood for the season of desk makeovers and dancefloor antics.

Best Party Season Makeup Essentials

Charlotte Tilbury

Airbrush Flawless Mini Setting Spray Kit, £ 30,00

The key to a flawless look that lasts all night long is without a doubt this stunning setting spray by Charlotte Tilbury. There's nothing worse than noticing that your carefully applied makeup has disintegrated while you were dancing. But fear not: this setting spray works brilliantly, especially when paired with the recently released Airbrush Flawless Blur Loose Powder, helping to lock in your look and keep skin hydrated and luminous.

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Hourglass

Ambient Lighting Edit Unlocked Wish, £ 94,00

These limited-edition complexion palettes wow us every year and feature every powder you need for an utterly flawless base, including bronzer, highlighter, blush, and a finishing powder. When you want to look your best in a pinch, the high-performance finish and ease of having everything in one place will be your go-to every time.

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Hourglass

Unlocked Mascara Duo, £ 62,00

During the busy Christmas period, after-dark makeup often ends up being applied in office bathrooms or at desk-side mirrors – meaning convenience is key. Luckily, this bestselling mascara packs a punch by emulating the look of lash extensions. Even better, it's a tubing mascara, so it'll come off easily with warm water without staining your skin, so there's no excuse for sleeping in your makeup.

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Fenty Beauty

Fenty Skin Fenty Treatz Hydrating + Strengthening Lip Oil Cinnamon Sugar, £ 22,00

While these are a brilliant addition to any beauty lover's tree, this is one to add to your basket for yourself, too. During the chilly months when lips can get dry, we recommend using a nourishing lip oil with a glossy finish to keep things juicy. Providing a step up from a subtle wash of colour, these richly pigmented oils add a noticeable touch of glam to your look.

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Ilia Beauty

The Mini Lip Sketch + Gloss Set, £ 22,00

With two shades of each product, add this set to your makeup bag and you'll be set with enough different colour combos to see you through the festivities. The liners are creamy and chunky, making it easy to fill in your entire lip in seconds for a long-lasting look, and the glosses are oh-so-nourishing.

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Charlotte Tilbury

Pillow Talk Iconic Lip + Cheek Kit - Original, £ 29,00

The iconic <Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk was designed to be ultra-flattering for all and with this set, you can enjoy a seamless finish with complementary shades for your lips and cheeks. Starting off by enhancing your lips with the iconic Lip Cheat liner will ensure your lip look stays put, whatever you get up to.

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YSL BEAUTY

Make Me Blush Powder, £ 44,00

Inside this exquisite compact is one of the most nourishing powder blushes around, perfect for when your skin is on the drier side thanks to the winter chill. With a pigmented yet easy-to-blend formula, achieving your desired look is effortless. We'll be wearing 'Berry Bang', for a smooth, velvety pop of colour.

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Patchology

Patching All The Way Set, £ 14,00

Whether you're going all in on skin prep before a big night out, or need a spot of recovery the morning after, these eye patches are a real treat for any special occasion. Specially designed to de-puff and brighten your under-eyes with cooling hydrogel and a potent dose of skincare ingredients, they're a party season must-have.

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Armani Beauty

Luminous Silk Foundation, £ 49,00

A long-time love for beauty lovers around the world, this foundation is highly sought-after for its natural finish and buildable formula. As the name would suggest, the formula enhances your skin's natural luminosity and contains skin-loving niacinamide and glycerin to help maintain a healthy glow. To put it simply, you can be sure that a picture-perfect finish is guaranteed.

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