Red Carpet Ready Skin: How to Get Instant Glow for Christmas & New Year’s Events

It’s party season — and glowing, red carpet–ready skin has never been more in demand. With Christmas celebrations and New Year’s Eve on the horizon, everyone wants smooth, bright, lifted skin that looks flawless under makeup. Winter weather may dull the complexion, but the right routine can transform your skin instantly.

In this blog post we answer the most asked party-season skincare questions, highlighting the Dr Sebagh products that deliver fast, visible results for fresh, luminous, party-perfect skin.

How do I get glowing, red-carpet-ready skin fast?

If you need instant radiance before a Christmas or New Year’s event, the fastest and most effective way to achieve that “red carpet glow” is with Dr Sebagh’s Two-Step Skin Prep ritual. This professional-grade duo delivers smoother, brighter, camera-ready skin in minutes—perfect before makeup.

Step 1: Deep Exfoliating Mask — Reveal Fresh, Luminous Skin

This award-winning exfoliating mask is your shortcut to immediate glow.

• Gently dissolves dull, dead skin cells

• Refines texture for a smooth, even surface

• Boosts radiance instantly

• Helps makeup glide on flawlessly

Using this first step removes the barrier of dead skin so the next products can work more effectively, exactly how facialists prep celebrities for red carpet events.

Step 2: Skin Perfecting Mask — Tighten, Lift & Brighten

Follow with this skin-transforming mask to visibly perfect the complexion.

• Instantly tightens and lifts

• Minimises the look of pores and clears blackheads

• Creates a blurred, refined finish

• Gives that “soft-focus”, real-life filter effect

This combination is designed to mimic a professional facial treatment at home, leaving your skin:
✔️ Brighter
✔️ Smoother
✔️ More refined
✔️ Perfectly primed for long-lasting makeup

Result:

In under 20 minutes, your complexion looks fresh, luminous and red-carpet ready, making this duo the ultimate pre-party ritual.

Discover both the Deep Exfoliating Mask and Skin Perfecting Mask in the Dr Sebagh Two Step Skin Prep Kit – the most effective routine for achieving instant radiance, smoother texture and true red carpet ready skin.

What skincare should I use before a big event or party?

To get flawless, camera-ready skin before any big event, focus on three essential steps: cleanse, treat, and deeply hydrate.

1. Start with a thorough cleanse

Begin by cleansing your skin to remove makeup, SPF, excess oil and impurities. A clean base ensures that every product you apply afterwards works more effectively and that your makeup sits smoothly.

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2. Use targeted treatments like the Two Step Skin Prep

For immediate refinement and glow, use the Two Step Skin Prep to smooth, brighten and create a perfectly polished canvas. This targeted ritual enhances clarity and prepares skin beautifully for the night ahead.

3. Focus on intense hydration for plump, glowing skin

Well-hydrated skin is the key to long-lasting, crease-free makeup. Layer lightweight but powerful serums such as:

• Rose de Vie Serum for calming nourishment and skin comfort

• Serum Repair for plumping, smoothing and intense hydration

• Exo C Booster to instantly brighten, revitalise and reinforce the skin barrier

These serums work together to enhance radiance, improve texture and give your skin that healthy, lit-from-within glow.

4. Finish with the right moisturiser for your skin type

Seal in all your skincare with a moisturiser tailored to your needs—whether lightweight for oilier skin, richer for dry skin, or balancing for combination skin. This final step ensures a smooth, hydrated canvas so your makeup lasts throughout the night.

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What is the best product to instantly brighten dull skin?

To brighten dull skin instantly, two Dr Sebagh products stand out for their immediate light-reflecting and radiance-boosting benefits:

Exo C Booster — Instant Brightening Vitamin C Treatment

A powerful antioxidant booster serum with exosomes and advanced Vitamin C technology that delivers fast, visible luminosity.

Why it brightens instantly:

• Contains White Mother-of-Pearl Pigments to reflect light from the skin’s surface

• Immediately boosts radiance while Vitamin C works beneath the surface

• Revitalises dull, tired-looking skin

• Enhances clarity and overall brightness

• Ideal before events or makeup application

Discover more about the power of exosomes inside our blog post What are Exosomes in Skincare

Luminous Glow Cream — Instant Dewy, Illuminated Skin

A hydrating, oil-free light-reflecting moisturiser that gives a “lit-from-within” finish in seconds.

Why it brightens instantly:

• Also infused with White Mother-of-Pearl Pigments for immediate illumination

• Creates a soft-focus, radiant sheen

• Hydrates the skin while boosting glow

• Perfect worn alone, as a radiant base under makeup, or blended with foundation

• Leaves skin looking fresh, healthy and luminous all day

What is the best under-eye treatment before makeup?

For a smooth, bright, crease-free under-eye area before makeup, two Dr Sebagh essentials deliver fast, visible results:

Instant Fix Eye Lift — Instant Tightening & Smoothing

The perfect pre-makeup eye treatment when you need an immediate lifted, refreshed look.

Why it's ideal before makeup:

• Instantly tightens and lifts the under-eye area

• Smooths fine lines for crease-free concealer

• Brightens and refreshes tired-looking eyes

• Lightweight formula so makeup sits beautifully

De-Puff Eye Treatment — Reduce Puffiness in Minutes

Target puffiness and fluid retention for a more defined, awakened eye area.

Why it's ideal before makeup:

• Quickly reduces puffiness for a more sculpted look

• Soothes and cools the under-eye zone

• Helps brighten and revitalise the eye contour

• Works perfectly under concealer and foundation

Learn more about dark circles and puffy under eyes.

What is the best serum for glowing skin for events?

If you want instantly brighter, more radiant skin before an event, Exo C Booster is the standout choice.

How do I make my body look glowy and radiant for a big event?

For an immediate, party-ready body glow, Shimmering Body Oil is the go-to product for smooth, illuminated, red carpet–ready skin.

Why it’s the best for instant glow:

• Instant light reflection using fine shimmering pigments → link: shimmering pigments

• Creates a soft-focus sheen on arms, legs and décolleté

• Leaves skin silky, hydrated and smooth thanks to nourishing oils → link: hydrating body oil

• Enhances the look of tanned or bare skin with a golden, luminous finish

• Perfect as the final step before an event for all-over radiance

How to use:

Apply to legs, arms, shoulders and collarbones for a glossy, illuminated, party-ready glow.

Why Dr Sebagh Is the Authority on Red Carpet Skin

With decades of experience as one of the world’s leading aesthetic doctors, Dr Sebagh has mastered the art of creating skin that looks flawless under any light, from flash photography to high-definition cameras. His formulations are loved by supermodels, makeup artists and industry insiders for one simple reason: they deliver instant, visible results. Whether it’s lifting, brightening, refining or illuminating, each product is designed to transform the complexion with professional precision. That expertise is why Dr Sebagh’s rituals are a go-to for achieving radiant, red carpet–ready skin for any occasion.

Watch Make up artist Maria Asadi prep Kelly Piquet's skin for a red carpet event on the Dr Sebagh Youtube.