Your Glow Guide for the Season of Gatherings



Maddie Aberman


The lights are twinkling, the calendars are packed, and the vibes? Festive with a side of glow. November is here, and we’re ready to paint the season bright. one shimmer, gloss, and swipe of cheek tint at a time.
Between Friendsgiving feasts, family catch-ups, and holiday homecomings, your calendar (and camera roll) is about to get busy. But here’s the good news: we’ve got all the party-ready makeup, glow-giving skincare, and joy-sparking inspo to keep you looking fresh and festive through it all.
So don’t just deck the halls—line your eyes, gloss your lips, and play beauty your way.
It's about glam time you treated yourself.
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Festive Looks That Bring the Cheer
This is your month to go all out on the glam—because there’s no such thing as too much sparkle. Start with a Thanksgiving makeup look that plays with warm tones and soft shimmer, or pair your cranberry sauce with Thanksgiving nail art that rivals the dessert table. Need a little styling inspo? Try one of our easy Thanksgiving hairstyles that transition seamlessly from hosting duty to couch nap.
For those who believe beauty starts skin deep (and maybe in the kitchen), don’t sleep on our guide to Thanksgiving ingredients that are good for your skin—pumpkin, cranberries, and honey aren’t just holiday staples; they’re glow boosters.
Beauty That Feels Like a Gift
Whether you’re getting a head start on holiday shopping or just treating yourself (you’ve earned it), we’re making gifting ridiculously easy this year. You can now gift an IPSY subscription—the present that keeps on playing beauty month after month. And if you love surprises, our 2025 Beauty Advent Calendar is officially live (spoiler alert: it’s packed with 25 days of must-have products).
For a little extra fun, try our Advent Calendar Games, because half the joy of opening beauty minis every morning is guessing what’s next.
Glam That Goes the Distance
With so many soirées and snapshots ahead, longwear is officially the season’s MVP. Our types of mascara guide breaks down which formulas will lift, lengthen, or survive the dance floor, while our picks from the November Mega Drop Shop offer the ultimate upgrade for your party makeup stash.
So as the holidays ramp up, don’t stress! Just play beauty, spread joy, and paint the season bright.
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