How to set up your own glitter makeup station for an event
Are you dreaming of having your own glitter makeup station for festivals, birthdays, bachelorette parties, corporate events, or even summer garden parties?
Good news: setting up an impressive glitter station is much easier than many people imagine. You don't need professional-grade equipment or a massive amount of products. With a few well-chosen items, you can create a station that will attract guests throughout the entire event.
If you want to start more responsibly, we recommend building your glitter station entirely around eco-glitters.
Eco-glitters as the heart of your glitter makeup station
The most important element of any glitter station is, of course, glitter.
Nowadays, more and more people are choosing eco-glitters for events, which offer a stunning sparkle with a slightly more responsible option than traditional plastic-based glitters.
It's worth having several shades of glitter available at your station so that everyone can find their favorite.
Popular options include, for example:
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Silver
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Gold
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Pink
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Lilac
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Turquoise
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Holographic shades
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Multicolor effect glitters
A surprisingly small amount of glitter goes a long way. One pot can easily create dozens of makeup looks, so you don't need a huge collection for home use.
However, a versatile color palette makes the station more appealing and gives guests the opportunity to create a look that is entirely their own.
Glitter Primer makes glitter makeup easy
If you had to choose just one adhesive for a glitter station, it would be Glitter Primer.
Glitter Primer is a primer specifically designed for glitter makeup, which helps glitter adhere to the skin easily and stay in place for hours.
Primer is especially suitable for:
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Eyelids
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Under-eye glitter
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Cheekbones
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Glitter freckles
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Light festival makeup
Its use is simple:
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Apply a small amount of primer to the desired area.
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Wait a few seconds.
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Pat glitter over the primer.
Because the primer dries lightly and doesn't leave a greasy finish, it's often the easiest option even for beginners.
Brushes for glitter makeup
Good brushes make applying glitter makeup significantly easier.
For a glitter station, you should have at least:
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A flat-top brush for pressing on glitter
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A round brush for details
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A thin precision brush for lines
It's good to remember that glitter adheres effectively to brushes. Once a brush has been dipped in glitter, small flecks usually remain on it for a long time.
Therefore, it's advisable to have dedicated brushes for glitter use.
Face gems complete the look
If you want to take your glitter station to the next level, add face gems.
Face gems are perfect for:
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Festivals
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Bachelorette parties
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Corporate events
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Birthdays
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Summer parties
A few gems at the outer corner of the eye or on the cheekbone can make even simple glitter makeup striking.
For attaching gems, it's best to use skin-friendly glitter glue.
Keep the glitter station tidy
Glitter belongs at parties, but when it's spilled over the edges of the table, you can easily find it weeks later.
Therefore, we recommend:
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A tray or mat for glitter pots
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A separate container for brushes
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Hand sanitizer for use
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Wet wipes for quick cleanup
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A trash can near the station
A little organization beforehand saves a lot of time later.
Glitter station for birthdays, bachelorette parties, and corporate events
A DIY glitter station works great for smaller events where guests can do their makeup at their own pace.
For larger events, it's worth considering a ready-made glitter makeup service. In this case, participants can focus on the experience while a professional applies their makeup.
A glitter station is especially suitable for:
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Bachelorette parties
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Festivals
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Corporate events
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Summer parties
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Birthdays
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Customer events
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Family events
Your own glitter makeup station is easier to set up than you think
Many are surprised at how few products are needed to set up a functional glitter station.
You practically only need:
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A few shades of eco-glitter
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Glitter Primer
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A few brushes
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Face gems if desired
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A small table or surface
That's all.
The rest is created by the creativity of the participants, the colors, and that special atmosphere that a little sparkle can bring to almost any event.
See you in the sparkle!
