New Year’s Eve Survival
As I may have intimated in the past, I have long ago left the ranks of the “24-hour party people.” However, I do make an annual exception to greet the New Year in a properly festive manner, but surviving the night does take a bit of prior planning (much to the bemusement of my under-30 readers, no doubt).
Look your best to usher in the New Year. (Photo: Chanel)
My first rule: minimal exertion — do not expend your energy running around just before the festivities unless your goal is to spend the latter part of the evening in a catatonic state. Prepare your skin by getting a facial a couple days prior; you might want to check out Bluemercury’s Winter Radiance Treatment, which features Darphin products and a rejuvenating jade stone massage. If blemishes are marring your party-perfect visage, the aesthetician can perform extractions during the facial. Otherwise, consult my tips from last week for treating those demoralizing pre-party pimples.
Keep your skin looking fresh by drinking coconut water (and plain old water). I also like to gird my liver by adding a few drops of milk thistle seed extract, and while I must caution you to go easy on the booze, a glass or two of champagne is de rigueur on New Year’s Eve.
Hair and makeup will be a breeze, especially since I plan on popping over to Blo Dupont for a quick professional blowout or up-do this year, in keeping with my minimal exertion M.O. Makeup at this point is a toss-up between a classic red lip and the metallic smoky eye look that’s so trendy at the moment. But one thing is certain: faux lashes are a must, and my lashes of choice this year a fluttery, mink lashes that add glamour to any evening makeup look.
Mink lashes add instant glamour to any makeup look. (Photo: Esquido)
Pack your evening bag with care, as you have limited space. I like to take a multi-tasking lip/cheek color in an easy to apply stick form for quick touchups, as well as oil-blotting papers and a dual-function powder/foundation, such as Lancôme Dual Finish Powder. If you’re wearing heels, cushion your feet with Foot Petals so you can keep dancing (or at least standing) the night away.
Try a caffeine-infused eye cream to disguise the effects of a late night. (Photo: 100 Percent Pure)
If you somehow manage to make it to New Year’s Day brunch, as opposed to spending the day in a recumbent state as I certainly intend to, I suggest a good eye mask before venturing forth. An eye cream containing caffeine can also tighten up the telltale signs of late night excess.
