Five Reasons to Try Glitter Makeup at Least Once

A lot of people still save glitter for festivals, New Year’s Eve and the stage. At Glitternisti, we’ve done thousands of glitter looks over the years, and we’ve seen what a few flecks can do to the mood in a room.

Here are five reasons we think it’s worth trying at least once.

1. Glitter Gets People Talking

Something happens at almost every event we work. As soon as the first few glitter looks are done, people start talking to each other.

“Wow, what colour is that?”

“Where did you get those gems?”

“Could you do mine like that too?”

A flash of colour gives people an easy reason to strike up a conversation. One person asks about the shade, someone else joins in, and before long, two people who’ve just met are picking out glitter together.

2. A Little Glitter Can Finish a Look in Seconds

A few flecks of cosmetic glitter along your cheekbone can change how your usual makeup catches the light. Try a soft sweep towards your temple or a small accent at the outer corner of your eye. For eye makeup, choose glitter and a base suitable for the exact area where you’ll apply them.

A touch of sparkle can be subtle enough for an ordinary Monday. And in photos? Glitter loves the camera.

3. It’s a Way to Express Yourself

One person goes for a soft champagne shimmer. Another wants a rainbow across both cheeks. Someone else wears silver glitter to a Monday meeting because it makes them feel a little more like themselves.

Try working with one colour, mixing two shades you love or building a look around a few face gems. The fun is in seeing what feels like you.

4. A Glitter Station Gets the Party Going

At weddings, hen parties, birthdays and festivals, the glitter station often becomes a gathering spot. Guests stop to see what someone else has chosen, start comparing colours and end up taking a turn themselves.

We see the same thing at company parties and family days. Someone comes over to keep a colleague company and walks away with a little gold on their cheekbone. If you’re planning a staff party or family day, explore Glitternisti’s corporate event services.

5. You Might Surprise Yourself

“Absolutely no glitter for me.”

We’ve heard that plenty of times. And sometimes the person who said it comes back later, asks for a tiny bit of sparkle and then decides they’d like a little more.

If glitter feels too bold for you, try a few flecks in a shade you already love. A small detail on one cheekbone is plenty for a first go. See how it feels when you catch your reflection.

Bonus. We See a Lot of Smiles

One of our favourite moments is handing someone the mirror. They turn their head, the glitter catches the light and a smile appears before they’ve said a word. We’ve seen it happen with a single silver star and with a whole face full of colour.

That’s one of the reasons we keep bringing the glitter.