Glitter Festival Makeup Tips

Rave queens are taking the internet by storm with their glittery looks. You scroll through insta, double tapping pics of ravers with flawless makeup. Not a single sparkle out of place! You wanna recreate your fav looks but have no clue where to start. All you can imagine is how it’ll end: glitter fallout covering your face and fluffy white rug.

We all have to start somewhere! Those beauty gurus on insta didn’t perfect glitter makeup on the first try. You’ll have to practice applying that face glitter a few times before showcasing it to the world. Don’t worry about making a rookie mistake. We’ve compiled tips from the pros to help the process go a whole lot smoother.

Prepare to create insta-worthy festival makeup. We’re here for you every step of the way!

Steps to Take Before Applying Glitter

Before you go to town on that loose glitter, you need an action plan. Otherwise, you’ll end up glitter bombing your entire bathroom! Here are a few things to consider as you get ready to work your magic:

• Pick the right work space: Vanity mirrors are good for applying everyday makeup. But when you’re working with glitter, take that ish to the bathroom! The last thing you want is to spill loose glitter on your bedroom carpet. Trust us, you’ll never wash it out. A bathroom is the best work space for applying glitter makeup because you can easily wipe glitter off the countertop and tile floor.
• Gather the tools you need: Glitter requires tools that aren’t part of your normal makeup routine. Unlike your blush, bronzer or eyeshadow, you can’t dip a makeup brush straight into the glitter pot. Use a tiny spatula to scoop the right amount onto a stainless steel makeup palette. This will help contain the mess, so you spend less time cleaning up.
• Start with a clean canvas: Professional-looking festival makeup always starts with a good foundation. No, we’re not talking about the liquid foundation in your makeup bag (that comes later). We mean your face has to be clean, moisturized and ready to go. A fresh face equals a flawless finish! Go through your skincare routine, but skip the oils and heavy lotions. These products make it hard for glitter to stick to your skin.

How to Remove Glitter the Safe Way

Your bedtime routine will look way different with a face full of festival makeup. You can’t rub off glitter with a makeup wipe and crash into bed. You’ll regret it in the morning! We know you’re pooped from all that raving, but you gotta take care of your skin. Here’s some advice from makeup artists on removing glitter the safe way:

• Avoid wipes at all cost: Wipes remove makeup, not glitter. Harsh rubbing with a makeup wipe will only irritate your skin. Glitter is made up of large particles that can scratch the skin’s surface, leaving you with a swollen, itchy rash. That ain’t cute, hunny!
• Dip a cotton pad in baby oil: Oil is the best way to remove glitter makeup. It dissolves the mixing medium that bonds glitter to the skin. This allows you to gently remove cosmetic glitter without irritating your skin. Start by tapping surgical tape on the glitter to pick up as much as possible. Get rid of the remaining specks with a cotton pad soaked in baby oil. Press it against the glitter for a few seconds, then sweep away the loosened sparkles.
• Save the cleanser for last: A lot of rave babes think they can remove cosmetic glitter by washing their face. Soap doesn’t remove glitter—it smears the sparkles across your face. That leaves you with an even bigger mess to clean up! Cleanse your face only after using baby oil and surgical tape to pick up as many sparkles as you possibly can.

Glitz Up Your Look with Neva Nude

Applying glitter the right way is important, but you also need the right makeup products. Neva Nude can help with that! We bring the shimmer in many different forms like pots of loose glitter, face crystals and sparkles suspended in aloe gel. All our products use cosmetic-grade glitter that’s safe for the skin. We even have beginner-friendly formulas that apply in seconds. With a flick of our wand, we’ll make you festival ready!