The Radiant Red: A Subtle Glam Christmas Makeup Look

Make Up
Life Style
The Buzz Nepal
December 9 , 2025

With Christmas around the corner and the New Year just a few weeks away, the festive season is the perfect time to embrace a little extra sparkle. As the season unfolds, Christmas brings with it a magical glow – warm lights, sparkling decor, and moments that call for a touch of elegance and glamour.

This year, The Buzz’s makeup expert Muskan Goyal shares a look that perfectly captures the joy of the season while remaining sophisticated and wearable, a Subtle Glam Christmas Look featuring radiant, glowing skin, soft shimmer, and bold red lips. And to ensure your base stays flawless all day (and night), Muskan also swears by the trending Foundation Sandwich Method – a pro-approved layering technique that keeps your makeup photo-ready from morning to midnight.

Step 1: Skin Preparation

Every flawless makeup look starts with well-prepped skin. Muskan recommends cleansing and hydrating your face first, followed by a lightweight moisturizer and luminous primer. This ensures a smooth, fresh canvas that keeps your glow intact through every Christmas celebration.

Pro Tip: Let your moisturizer fully absorb before applying primer, it helps the makeup grip better and last longer.

Step 2: The Foundation Sandwich Method

Struggling with a foundation that fades, creases, or looks patchy halfway through the day? Here’s how Muskan keeps her base fresh and flawless:

The First Layer:
Apply a thin, even layer of your favorite dewy or satin-finish foundation using a brush, sponge, or fingertips. The goal here is light coverage that evens out the complexion.
Lock It In:
Lightly dust translucent powder over this first layer to create a matte surface that grips the next layer, extending wear time.
Build Where Needed:
Apply a second, very thin layer only where you need extra coverage – around the nose, over redness, or on blemishes. This keeps the finish lightweight yet perfected.
Seal the Deal:
Finish with a setting spray to melt all the layers together. The result? Foundation that looks like real skin and lasts through Nepal’s humidity and long festive events.

Step 3: Blush and Highlight

To achieve that festive flush, Muskan suggests using a soft rosy blush on the apples of your cheeks, blending upward toward the temples. Add a subtle highlighter on the high points like cheekbones, bridge of the nose, and cupid’s bow for that candlelit glow that complements any Christmas look.

Step 4: The Radiant Red Lip

No Christmas glam is complete without a bold red lip. Choose a long-wearing formula that flatters your undertone, a true red for neutral tones, an orange-red for warmer skin, or a blue-based crimson for cooler complexions. Pair it with gold accessories or a striking red dress to fully embody the timeless red-and-gold holiday palette.

The Final Finish

The magic of this look lies in balance, radiant skin, soft shimmer, and that confident red lip. With the Foundation Sandwich Method as your secret weapon, your makeup won’t just look flawless, it will stay flawless through every laugh, photo, and toast of the night.

About the Author

Muskan Goyal is a certified makeup artist and beauty creator based in Kathmandu, celebrated for her signature ability to merge soft, natural glam with bold, expressive artistry. With a deep understanding of skin tones, textures, and modern techniques, she brings a refined yet creative touch to every look she creates. From elegant bridal transformations that radiate timeless beauty to editorial and fashion-forward styles that challenge convention, Muskan’s work embodies versatility and vision. Her approach to makeup goes beyond trends, it’s about enhancing confidence, telling stories through color and texture, and celebrating individuality. Whether she’s working behind the scenes of a shoot or curating a custom bridal look, Muskan believes makeup should empower rather than conceal, allowing each person’s unique beauty to shine through with authenticity and grace.
Instagram:@muaskan._/@muskangoyal.