This post offers 15 new years makeup ideas.

New Year’s Eve is probably the most hyped night of the year. Everyone’s expectations are high for a night where anything is possible. It’s glitzy, it’s glam, and it always deserves a fabulous face of makeup.

Since the countdown for Christmas has started, I think we can start the countdown for New Year’s Eve too. You might already be planning your New Year’s Eve fashion choices, so why not also start planning your makeup?

Remember to choose a look that excites you and makes you stoked for the night. Don’t choose the trendiest option… go with the one that you love! The more confident in your own skin, the more likely you are to have that unforgettable New Year’s Eve night you so desire.

Here are the 15 best New Year’s makeup ideas from the depths of YouTube, our go-to source for beauty tutorials. Influencers, makeup artists, and celebrities alike are all the inspiration you need to pick your one and only New Year’s Eve makeup look.

One key thing to remember in order to have a blast on New Year’s Eve is that it doesn’t have to be a perfect, picturesque evening. After all, when it’s over, a whole year full of opportunities begins. 

Related reading: Our Favorite Christmas Makeup Ideas for the Holiday Season

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Shay Mitchell Inspired Bronzy Smokey Eye Makeup | Eman

Doing a smoky eye is the first makeup trend I ever tried to master and this is the video that got me there. It’s a makeup staple, however it isn’t that easy to nail. A smoky eye doesn’t leave a lot of room for error; if you make a mistake, you almost have to start from scratch.

The main lesson I learned when I was first on a mission to rock a smoky eye is to always start with lighter browns rather than black, because black is an unforgiving eyeshadow shade. Oh, and don’t forget to blend.