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Party-Ready Skin: How to Prepare Your Skin for Holiday Celebrations


Young woman applying Rodan + Fields Plumping Lip Oil, holding a small mirror

Holiday season = prime time for family gatherings, festive parties, and every reason to show up with your skin looking its best. This quick, simple skincare routine will have you prepped and glowing in no time.

Pre-Party Skincare Steps: Time to Glow

Prepping your skin a day or two before the event gives your routine time to work and ensures you look refreshed when the party starts. Here’s the breakdown:

1. Exfoliate for Smooth Skin

First up, exfoliate! Remove dead skin cells with Micro-Dermabrasion Paste  1-2 days before your event to reveal a fresh, smooth surface. It’s key to your makeup gliding on. 

2. Hydrate for a Dewy Glow

Next, lock in hydration. Use Active Hydration Serum to visibly plump your face, and don’t forget your body—Active Hydration Body Replenish will have you looking silky and radiant from head to toe.

3. Sunless Glow, No UV Needed

For that golden glow, apply Foaming Sunless Tanner after exfoliating. Grab a mitt, smooth it on in a circular motion, and let the tan develop overnight. Pro tip: Moisturize elbows and knees with Active Hydration Body Replenish to avoid streaks or uneven color!

4. Overnight Face Mask

Treat yourself to an overnight mask. The Hydra Mask Gel Cream hydrates while you sleep, leaving you with plump, dewy skin when you wake up. Perfect for party day!

Day-of Party Skincare: Glow, Sculpt, and Shine!

Now that your skin is prepped, here’s how to finish the look on the day of your event:

1. Brighten Tired Eyes

Late nights? No problem. Use Multi-Function Eye Cream  to contour and smooth your under-eye area. It’s the perfect base to keep concealer crease-free all night

2.  Even, Glowing Complexion

For a flawless complexion, reach for our skin tint, Radiant Defense Perfecting Liquid. It’s lightweight, gives a natural glow, and has SPF for protection. Pro tip: Mix in a little Active Hydration Serum for an extra dewy finish.

3. Define Your Brows

Well-defined brows complete your look. Use Brow Defining Boost to give you fuller, sculpted brows in just a few swipes.

4. Perfect the Party Pout

Finish with Plumping Lip Oil for a hydrated, glossy pout. It adds a pop of color while keeping your lips smooth and protected from the winter chill.

Holiday parties may be hectic, but your skincare routine doesn’t have to be! With these easy steps, you’ll be prepped and ready to glow all season long, stress free!