Winter makeup has a much different look compared to makeup during the other seasons of the year. This time of year, the place I live is cold, dry, and snowy, and my winter makeup looks reflect this feel. (If you live in a climate where this isn’t the case, then know that I’m incredibly jealous.)

Thanks to the winter climate, different makeup trends and staples come back into popularity because of how well they complement the change in weather. Make sure your makeup look is up-to-date this winter by incorporating these four holy grail winter makeup products into your makeup routine!

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Illuminating and Hydrating Primer

IPKN Radiant Cream Primer | NYX Born to Glow Illuminating Primer

Dry skin is the main skin issue most people face during the winter. Regardless of skin type, we can all fall prey to a temporary bout of dry winter skin. 

Keep that at bay with a hydrating primer! There are great options out there to restore moisture and even give your skin some extra illumination to make you look incredibly refreshed.

My personal favorite is the IPKN Radiant Cream Primer because it gives my skin the most amazing glow that you can see even through foundation and makeup. The NYX Born to Glow Illuminating Primer is another great and more affordable alternative that will give you that same effect.

Volumizing Mascara 

YSL The Shock Mascara | Covergirl Peacock Flare Mascara | Tarte Lights, Camera, Lashes Mascara

Big lashes are always in, and what better season to play up your fluttery lashes than in the winter? Volumizing mascaras are one of the most life-changing eye products around because they can work wonders for opening up your eyes to make them really stand out.