Festival season is finally upon us – so you all know what that means… glitter, glitter and (you guessed it) more glitter. Whether you’re a Glasto-goer or traveling to Tomorrow Land, it’s time to level up your look and make this year bigger, brighter and bolder than ever. With the rule book out the window, when it comes to your festival make up ideas anything goes – we’re talking everything from neon hues to shimmering face gems.
So, grab your wellies and get your festival fix this summer with our backstage pass into the Cult Beauty Whether you’re heading to Glasto or Wilderness Fuel, your festival fix and get a backstage pass into the Cult Beauty team’s favourite festival make up ideas. Team’s favourite festival make up looks. Don’t worry you can thank us later…
TEAM CB’S GO-TO FESTIVAL MAKE UP IDEAS
WINGED LINER, BUT MAKE IT SHARPJet black winged liner and bright glossy cheeks are a must for me at any festival. Natasha Denona’s Macro Blade Liner will give you that razor sharp and super-black wing that you’ve been craving (thank you, TikTok). I personally swear by ROEN’s Cheeky Cream Blush for a natural flushed look. Top it all off with Urban Decay’s All Nighter setting spray, and you’re good to go! – Dorothy, SEO Executive
SHOP ALL EYELINERS >>>A festival is pretty much the only time I step out of my comfort zone and go all out with colour. For me, it’s the perfect excuse to have fun with make up! Because I like to experiment – for Pride I tried out a rainbow eye, and for a day festival I’m off to this month I’m thinking a sparkling pink to lilac ombre to match the outfit I have planned! An eye palettewith a spectrum of shades is a must-have and any of the Pat McGrath ones are ideal — the colours are so pigmented, there are a few neutrals in each I’ll use day-to-day, and then I can take advantage of the colours for occasions like this! I’ve also got my eye on the Natasha Denona Mini Pastel Palette - handy as its compact but the gorgeous glittery pastel shades? *swoon* – Josie, Copy Manager
SHOP ALL EYE PALETTES >>>To me, nothing says summer festival better than blushed up cheeks. When I Saieblush, I think you know what I mean... I go to town with the colour and love to blend it out across my temples and lids for a blown out, avant-garde look which I find so flattering. – Precious, Midweight Copywriter
SHOP ALL BLUSHERS >>>I always try to achieve the perfect festival glow. How? Simple: a stroke of iridescent highlighter— so I’m ready to rival the strobes and laser beams — layered over pink blush for a multi-dimensional look. Benefit's Tickle Highlighter Powder is a perfect option as it's silky fine in texture and blends seamlessly into skin. Plus, it can be built up to deliver mega watts of glow too!– Alice, Senior Copywriter
SHOP ALL HIGHLIGHTERS >>>I like to match my eye make up to my outfit, so if I’m wearing a pink festival get up (which is usually my go-to), I’ll curate an epic eye look to match. Pat Mcgrath Labs’ Mthrshp Mega Celestial Nirvana Palette is a time and time again favourite of mine, or a newer addition to my make up bag is Neen’s Pretty Shady Pressed Pigment shadows. I typically (read: always) finish my eye looks with a few sparkles, whether that’s diamante gems or layers of Danessa Myricks Beauty Infinite Chrome Flakes. – Jade, Senior Copywriter
SHOP ALL EYESHADOWS >>>I love a multi-use product that I can pop back in my pocket when exploring the grounds. Being the blush obsessive that I am, for festivals I love to go all out on big, bright blushers and a bold lip. I have recently got my hands on Cle De Peau’s Radiant Liquid Rouge Shine in bright red and OMG… I may even apply it to my eyes as well. – Rina, Junior Copywriter
SHOP ALL LIPS >>>Often overlooked but never forgotten…my ultimate festival finishing touch is nail art. Weather I opt for a vibrant graphic print or glistening shades, the attention to detail ties in my entire look while adding a new signature sign off at each event. My top tip? Lock in your look with a base coat and top coat, to ensure your design outlasts the weekend, no matter how many fist-bump and shuffles you’re involved in. – Trifonia, Senior SEO Copywriter
SHOP ALL NAILS >>>Now you’ve had an exclusive look into team CB’s festival make up ideas, it’s time to get creative and go all out this festival season…. remember more is always more.
