Festivals Buying Guide
All you, zero limits
Push past the expected with beauty that feels fresh, a little unpredictable and 100% your vibe.
Amped-up glam
Main stage makeup with a rebel spirit.
Color bomb
- Dot liquid blush on cheeks blending upward & outward.
- Add a thin layer of eye primer where you’ll apply paint.
- Glide on eye paint for a bold payoff, soften edges with fingers.
- Wiggle on mascara & layer while wet for extra drama.
Color bomb must-haves
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Golden hour pink
- Blur skin with a primer, then warm up your face with a bronzer.
- Spread concealer & blend, then apply blush generously.
- Start with a lip stain & intensify the color with a lip oil.
- Use a coppery matte & shimmer eyeshadow to add sparkle.
Ulta Beauty Collection must-haves
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ULTA Beauty Collection
Color Snack Eyeshadow Duo
ULTA Beauty Collection
Bronze Balmshell Face & Body Cream Bronzer
ULTA Beauty Collection
Soft Blur Poreless Face Primer
ULTA Beauty Collection
Dual Ended Bronzing Brush 184
Magenta galaxy
- Blend eye paints across eyelids & nose, blurring outward.
- Lengthen lashes with violet mascara & dab on glitter eye paint.
- Apply jewels & a touch of highlighter to the cheekbones.
- Line lips & apply a lighter-colored gloss for a two-tone effect.
Magenta galaxy must-haves
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Chrome berry
- Conceal under eyes & tap on reflective highlighter.
- Swipe on holographic eye paint across the entire top lid.
- Dab on matte lip plump & add highlighter to cupids bow.
- Melt the look together with a dewy setting spray.
Chrome berry must-haves
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Desert peach
- Build your glow with cream blush & golden highlighter.
- Brush on peachy eyeshadow & add mascara to top lashes.
- Over-line lips slightly with warm nude liner & gloss.
- Blur & brighten your complexion with a balancing setting spray.
Desert peach must-haves
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DIBS Beauty
Desert Island Duo Blush + Bronzer Stick
DIBS Beauty
Status Stick Face-And-Body Highlighter
DIBS Beauty
LoveBeam Blurring & Balancing Face & Body Setting Spray
Full-throttle hair
Braids that shine. Gems that pop. Color that hits loud.
Buns & braids
- Separate hair down the middle with a wide tooth comb.
- Use strong hold gel to sleek down hair into two ponytails.
- Press hair oil into ponytails to add moisture & shine.
- Twist ponytails into buns, braid front pieces & hairspray to hold.
Braided bun must-haves
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Bold embellishments
- Swipe color onto your hair where it feels unexpected.
- Make a defined part adding braids, fishtails or face framers.
- Extend sparkling hair gems outside the hair line, onto the face
Bold embellishment must-haves
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HALLY
Gem Pen Hair Gem Styling Set - Device & 60 Gems
HALLY
Glitter Shade Stix Temporary Hair Glitter
HALLY
Glitter Shade Stix Temporary Hair Glitter
HALLY
Glitter Shade Stix Temporary Hair Glitter
High-voltage nails
Punchy pigments & crystal accents that shine across the crowd.
Glazed aura
- Prep with a base coat that protects nails & helps polish last longer.
- Brush on your fave color—soft shades & bright colors welcome.
- Customize with a topper to add dimension & a fun effect.
Glazed aura must-haves
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One more song
Shop finishing touches
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Kopari Beauty
Sunglaze Sheer Setting Mist Sunscreen SPF 50
Rare Beauty
Find Comfort Body & Hair Fragrance Mist - Awaken Confidence
HERBIVORE
COCO ROSE Coconut + Tremella Milky Body Mist
Shop survival kit
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Rookie Wellness
Hydration BCAA + Electrolytes
Saje Natural Wellness
Solace Women's Cooling Face and Body Mist
Festival looks
Catch the vibes with hair tinsel and viral makeup trends with help from our stylists at The Salon at Ulta Beauty.
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Rave & Festival Hair and Makeup Looks
Get ready to stand out with vibrant festival makeup and playful festival hair that’s perfect for long days and late nights. From shimmering face glitter ideas and bold rave makeup looks to easy festival hairstyles like braids and buns, these tips and products will help you create show-stopping looks that last all day and night.
How do you make makeup last for a festival?
To make your festival makeup last, start with a long-wearing makeup primer, use waterproof products, and finish with a setting spray to lock everything in place. Opt for smudge-proof eyeliner and mascara, and set cream products with powder for extra staying power.
How to do festival glitter?
For face festival glitter, apply a glitter primer or gel to the area you want to sparkle, then press the festival glitter on gently with your finger or a flat brush. Focus on your cheekbones, eyelids, or temples.
For festival body glitter, mix it with a body oil or lotion and apply.
What to use to put face jewels on and how to make them stay on all day?
Use a skin-safe adhesive like lash glue to secure your face jewels or rhinestones—this ensures they stay put through all the dancing. Place them cleanly on dry skin and press for a few seconds to set.
What styles to do with short hair for a festival or rave?
Short hair doesn't mean limited options! Try textured styles like beach waves or a messy bun. Add some festival hair glitter or small braids for a festive touch. Accessorize with headbands, bandanas, or hair clips.
How to do makeup for a rave or festival?
Keep it bold and playful. Experiment with rave makeup looks by using bright eyeshadows, neon liners, and festival body glitter. For a simpler vibe, opt for a fresh base paired with vibrant lips and subtle sparkle—simple festival makeup doesn’t mean boring.
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