We’re Frosting Ourselves in e.l.f. Cosmetics’s Holiday Collection — See Our Picks

"It's been so long since I've worn makeup, I can't wait to get a little festive this holiday season with a chocolate-y eye! I plan on bringing this 15-piece palette to our annual "Favorite's Thing" gift exchange because I know everyone will be asking me what I did to my lids all night." — Amanda Murray, style director

"I haven't found a primer quite like the e.l.f. Cosmetics Poreless Putty yet. It grips makeup, so nothing slips as you move through the day. Plus, it's formulated with hydrating squalane, so your foundation is less likely to separate on skin if you're suffering from chronic dryness. Long story short, my winter routine calls for it, especially for creating glam holiday looks." — Samantha Sasso, beauty editor

"The holidays is pretty much the only time of year I'll experiment with my beauty looks, and even then I prefer to go high impact with low effort. These liquid glitter eyeshadows are perfect because they're buildable, quick-drying, and long-lasting — without getting glitter everywhere. I love the juxtaposition of a bold swipe of pigmented shimmer across my lids, but in a neutral shade. The effect is a subtle statement every time I blink." — Stephanie Nguyen, senior style editor

"I love finishing off any beauty look with a statement lip, and for the holidays, the more shimmery the better. I love that this lip lacquer can be worn alone for a neutral, yet wow-worthy coat of shimmer, or can be worn over your favorite lipstick as an added layer of shine." — Kathleen Owens, style editor

"With summer long gone, I've swapped out my bronzer for blush. I love that a quick swipe of this bright pink blush along my cheeks brings warmth to my entire face — it's the perfect finishing touch to any holiday makeup look." — Rayna Rossitto, content coordinator

"It doesn't matter if the holiday occasion calls for them — you can expect me to be wearing face gems everywhere and anywhere. If you know anyone, like me, who's recently become interested in experimenting with the dramatic embellishments, consider these for your next stocking stuffer." - SS

"Since I'm all about the bold eyes this season, I need to balance out the lower half of my face with something more subdued. Enter: tinted lip balm. Not only is this peachy-orange shade the perfect sheer wash of color, but it's also so versatile and can be applied as blush too — something I plan to take full advantage of." — SN

"This year, I'm hosting family for the first time ever in our new house and I want to look like I put in more effort than I did. A red satin lip is my go to for an easy and fun holiday makeup look. My test for the ultimate lip? If my color lasts through multiple glasses of champagne." — AM

"The holidays are pretty low-key for my family — they're usually spent at home, cooking a big dinner together. l like to keep my makeup as subtle as the celebration, which means minimal effort. A touch of concealer and of course brow gel to tame my unruly brows is simple and classic, just in case my mom tries to snap a picture." — RR

"I'm a sucker for glitter. But sometimes I don't have the patience (or time) to design an elaborate eye makeup look, complete with face gems and the perfect glitter cat liner. That's where this liquid glitter eyeshadow comes in; just one swipe on the lid, and I'm ready to head out the door. I find myself reaching for it ahead of concerts, birthday parties, you name it — it's a versatile product that can be used for the holidays and beyond and makes a great stocking stuffer to boot." — RR

"I find it difficult to make it through the holiday season without a dark, moody lipstick. While intense, opaque colors are great, they're not practical — reapplying without a mirror is virtually impossible. This lipstick in Black Cherry is the kind of sheer, easy-to-wear color that you can quickly swipe on and know your look is better for it." — SS