Snowed-In Beauty: The Blizzard of 2026 Glow-Up Guide
- MakeupClasses
- 3 days ago
- 3 min read
Because if you’re stuck inside, you might as well come out glowing.
When a blizzard shuts everything down (hello, Blizzard of 2026), it gifts us something rare: time. No rushing, no running around—just a cozy pause that’s perfect for tackling all those beauty tasks you’ve been meaning to get to. If you’re snowed in and looking for something productive (and honestly, kind of satisfying) to do, reevaluating your beauty routine is the ultimate snow-day activity.
Grab a blanket, light a candle, and let’s glow up from home.
1. Declutter Your Makeup Collection
Start with a full makeup edit. Pull everything out—yes, all of it—and be honest.
Toss expired products (especially mascara, liquid liner, and cream products)
Say goodbye to dried-out lip glosses and crusty balms
If it smells weird, looks separated, or you can’t remember when you bought it… it’s done
Snow-day bonus: Re-order fresh essentials like mascara, lip gloss, and lip balm so they’re waiting for you when the roads clear.
2. Wipe Down Drawers & Storage Containers
Your makeup deserves a clean home.
Wipe out drawers, organizers, makeup bags, and acrylic storage
Disinfect palettes and packaging
Re-organize by category so everything is easy to grab
There is something deeply satisfying about opening a clean, organized beauty drawer. Trust.
3. Declutter Skincare & Hair Care
More products doesn’t always mean better results.
Toss old or unused skincare
Let go of hair products you don’t love or never reach for
Keep only what supports your current skin and hair needs
Simple routines = consistent results.
4. Create a Capsule Makeup Look
Think of this as your everyday, go-to face.
Choose makeup colors that work beautifully in:
Natural daylight
Fluorescent lighting
Incandescent lighting
This ensures your makeup looks polished everywhere—from errands to events. A capsule makeup look saves time, money, and decision fatigue.
5. Wash & Air-Dry Your Brushes
Snow days are perfect for brush laundry.
Wash all makeup brushes with a gentle cleanser
Lay flat or hang to air dry
Toss old beauty blenders and makeup sponges (they don’t age well)
Clean tools = better application + healthier skin.
6. Practice a New Makeup Look
Now for the fun part.
Practice a look you learned on MakeupClasses.com
Try something new without pressure—no one’s going anywhere anyway
Take photos in different lighting to see how your makeup translates
This is how confidence is built—practice, not perfection.
7. Learn Your Facial Anatomy
If you’re truly leaning into cozy mode, grab The Makeup Artist's Design Book.
Understanding your facial anatomy changes everything:
Better contour placement
More flattering eye makeup
Makeup that enhances your features—not hides them
Knowledge is power—and glow.
8. Book Something to Look Forward To
Snow days are cozy, but isolation isn’t the goal. Give yourself something exciting on the calendar.
Book a MAKEUP class at The Makeup Studio
When the snow clears, you’ll be ready to get out, connect, and elevate your skills. Beauty is better when it’s shared.
Cozy, Productive, and Totally Worth It
It’s nice to be home, bundled up, and moving at a slower pace. If you find yourself looking for things to do during this snowstorm, refreshing your beauty routine is time well spent.
When the Blizzard of 2026 melts away, you’ll step back out with:
A cleaner collection
A stronger routine
Fresh products
New skills
And a glow that didn’t happen by accident
Stay warm, stay inspired, and we’ll see you soon at MakeupClasses.com!
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