Trying out different makeup aesthetics can be a fun way to express creativity and switch up your look for the season. Recently, I experimented with the shiny Douyin style winter makeup described in this post, which truly brought back nostalgic memories of childhood moments playing with cosmetics. The key to this aesthetic is layering multiple shimmering and glowing products to create luminous skin and sparkling eyes. I started by applying a white fluid eye paint as a base to make eyeshadows pop, followed by a mix of sparkly eyeshadows with soft blush and layers of highlighter. Using a sparkling top coat mascara on the lashes and even the eyebrows added an unexpected yet captivating sheen, which really made the eyes stand out in photos, especially with flash. For lips, choosing a lipstick with a shiny finish, like the L’Oréal Ballerina Shoes, combined with a glossy lip gloss, gave a youthful and fresh vibe. Setting everything with a mist that adds dewiness helped to hold the sparkle in place without making the skin look oily. A tip I found helpful is to blend gradually and test the sparkle levels—sometimes less is more to keep the makeup soft and youthful rather than overdone. This look works wonderfully in winter light and is perfect for festive occasions or casual outings when you want a little glow boost. Overall, embracing this Douyin-inspired glittery aesthetic made me feel playful and brightened up my usual makeup routine. It’s a great way to experiment and find new favorites among highlighters, eyeshadows, and mascaras that add extra dimension and life to your complexion.