5 Hong Kong makeup artists share their festive must-haves

Need a bit of #inspo when it comes to holiday makeup? We spoke to some of the top Hong Kong-based makeup artists to get their go-to products for the festive season. Sparkle and shine away:

Karen Yiu 

THREE Angelic Metallic Palette

“This limited-edition palette is an all-in-one compact featuring four cream eyeshadows and one powder blush. I love the effortless application and how this ’70s glam-inspired eye set works great with Asian skin tones.”

Available on threecosmetics.com.hk

Jenny Shih 

Gucci Éclat De Beauté Effet Lumière gel face gloss

“I often use this product in editorial shoots – it’s a multi-use gel gloss that gives a dewy glow to your everyday makeup. Besides the eyes, it can be used on the lips and cheeks to naturally highlight and sculpt.”

Available on gucci.com

Chanel Rouge Allure

“The 127 Rouge D’or shade has become one of my favourite red lipsticks. It leaves the lips with a satiny texture and is enriched with golden sparkles for a subtle sheen.”

Available on chanel.com 

Deep Choi

Urban Decay Stoned Vibes Highlighter

“This product creates a rose-gold glow with its holographic sparkles, and can be built upon with blush. Besides using it as a face highlighter, you can brush the formula on your décolletage and body.”

Available on sephora.com 

Clarins Everlasting Youth Fluid Foundation

“This is a base product that I swear by, as it leaves the complexion more luminous and radiant. Even in hot and humid conditions, it won’t come off as blotchy and uneven.”

Available on clarins.com 

Lavinia Tang 

3CE Eye Switch #DoubleNote

“This liquid shimmer product has a delicate applicator that lets you to add glitter to the eyes with precision. The best part is, the glitter lasts all day without any fallout or fading.”

Available on stylenanda.com 

Kidd Sun

Urban Decay Stoned Vibes Eyeshadow Palette

“This iridescent, vegan eyeshadow palette comes with 12 shimmery shades infused with genuine tourmaline for a super pigmented effect.” 

Available on sephora.com 

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