Trend report: Holiday face facts

Flushed with anticipation

Forget those Skeletor-like contours that Posh and Katie are donning to look more wan and emaciated. The key to looking hot this season is to hint that you’ve had a little bit of a heated exchange with someone. Flushed cheeks may well be the opposite of inky eyes (unless you’re skilled enough to pull it off, these two should never be put together on the same face) evoking innocence gone naughty, bashfulness filled with wanton curiosity. Perfect for Lolitas of all ages.

Silence of the lips

After seasons of fruit colored pouts, lips are looking for another way to express themselves, not with pops of color, but in discreet slips of silky beige colors. Although it’s a wispy color, the pale mouth is hard to pull off if you don’t have the right know-how. First line and fill lips with a neutral lipliner, blot and apply the pale color. This will keep the pale color from fading.

Ink marks the spot

Dark eyes have had the best rep in the beauty biz. It’s a universally flattering look and makes even the most demure wallflower seem kittenish. The sex appeal that comes with this look, long associated with clandestine nights of romance and an almost reckless abandon of oneself, is the perfect accessory if you want to walk the walk and not just talk the talk.

Skin as it is

Forget what finish your foundation should be! Natural skin should shine through without the trappings of opaque and mask-like formulas. Use concealer to erase those naughty bits and a dash of powder to puff away shine. It provides the perfect canvas for the dramatic looks this holiday season.