The end of the year always brings out our weakness for all things luminous. Sequined dresses, metallic lids, mirrored accessories—if it catches the light, it’s on our radar. And this is the one moment in the calendar where excess actually works. But here’s what most people forget: the glow doesn’t have to stop at your outfit. A well-formulated body shimmer or oil can pull your entire look together in seconds, giving skin a soft, festive sheen that moves with you and steals the spotlight from every angle. It’s the easiest way to make even a simple dress feel party-ready, and the quickest trick for days when you don’t want to overthink your look.
You know that warm, golden sheen everyone suddenly seems to have in their holiday photos? This spray is the easiest way to achieve that. It gives your skin a soft, flattering shimmer that makes it look like it’s naturally lit from within. It’s light, it’s pretty and it blends seamlessly into the skin. Besides, it doubles up as a setting spray, keeping your makeup in place while adding a barely-there sparkle to your face and body. A few spritzes on your skin before you head out, and you’re instantly in party mode without even trying.
If you love a good multitasker, this body mist will be your party season mainstay. You can use it pretty much anywhere—on your arms, legs, collarbones, even a quick spritz through your hair when you want a soft sheen without piling on multiple products. Formulated with pearlescent powders that offer a prism-like shine, the shimmer is highly pigmented. It also layers well, which means you can keep it subtle for dinner and dial it up if the night turns into an after-hours party.
If you love the idea of a shimmery finish but hate how some products can leave your skin feeling dry or scratchy, this one is a safe bet. It’s a body shimmer and a nourishing oil rolled into one, so your skin ends up looking glowy while feeling softer and more hydrated. Moroccanoil is a cult favourite because their formulas are consistently reliable. The argan-sesame blend makes your skin feel pampered instead of coated. And how can we forget about the signature Moroccanoil scent? It’s basically the finishing touch you didn’t know you needed.
If you want a body shimmer that’s pocket-friendly, this one is an easy win. It gives you a soft-girl shine that works perfectly for date nights, dinners or any event where you want a little glow without announcing it to the entire room. The finish is subtle enough to let your outfit stay the star, but still makes your skin look radiant. The formula is lightweight and non greasy, absorbs quickly and has hydrating properties.
If you’re planning a full-glam moment for a Christmas party or a New Year’s Eve gathering, this is the product for you. These loose sparkles aren’t shy, they bring actual glitter and a party-night energy like no other. You can pat them onto your collarbones, dab them on your lips, dust them over your shoulders or anywhere you want an extra hit of shimmer. The colour payoff is strong, the sparkle shows up even in low light and once it’s on, it stays put.
For a finish that feels festive but still grown-up, this glow oil by Sol de Janeiro gets it right. The Copacabana Bronze variant gives a warm, bronzy tint that’s perfect for holiday outfits and goes well with Indian skin tones. The formula is particularly comforting on dry skin, thanks to the cupuaçu and coconut oil blend. And yes, the Cheirosa 62 scent deserves its reputation—the caramel-pistachio vibe is ridiculously addictive.

