Check List: Must-Have Festival Makeup Kit (Inc. Biodegradable Glitter)

Festivals are more than just music & glitter. They are pure joy-fuelled gatherings where community, movement, and magic collide under open skies. Studies show that listening to live music outdoors can boost happiness, reduce stress, and strengthen social bonds. Whether it’s a dusty dance floor or a lush green amphitheatre, being surrounded by rhythm and friendly faces (covered in glitter) is scientifically proven to lift your mood and connect you to something bigger.

✅ Glitterazzi Glitter's Festival Makeup Kit Checklist

Before we break it all down, here's your no-fuss Festival Makeup Kit Checklist of what to pack for an eco-glam festival face that holds up through sun, sweat, and sparkle:

Your Festival Makeup Kit Essentials:

• SPF primer or serum

• Long-wear, sweat-resistant foundation or skin tint

• Concealer

• Reef-safe body sunscreen

• Cream blush or bronzer (heat-tested!)

• Brow gel or pencil

• Stick or powder eyeshadows (no glitter — these are often not biodegradable)

• Quality long lasting mascara - we love tubing

• Statement false lashes (vegan or biodegradable)

• Bold lip tint, balm, or lipstick

• Biodegradable glitter (by Glitterazzi of course)

• Mirror

• Facial mist

• Blending sponge & makeup brushes & Glitterazzi Sparkle Stick

• Makeup removing face oil or dissolvable face wipes

Now let’s go layer by layer — what each item is for, and the most planet-friendly brands we rate.

Note: We’re a small sparkle brand supporting other amazing ethical brands. No one’s paid to be here — we’ve chosen every product because we love what they stand for and how they shine.

✅ SPF Primer or Serum

Why you need it: You’ll be under the sun for hours — and SPF is non-negotiable. The best options double as primers, sit beautifully under makeup, and won’t clog your pores or slide off by sunset.

Top picks:

• Naked Sundays — Aussie-made, SPF50 glow serums that double as dewy foundation. Vegan, cruelty-free, and reef-safe.

  • Try their SPF50+ Hydrating Glow Mist — a refreshing spray sunscreen perfect for top-ups without ruining your look.

• Ultra Violette — Broad-spectrum face sunscreen-meets-skincare tints in wearable shades, loaded with antioxidants and designed for hot Aussie days.

• Little Urchin Natural Tinted Sunscreen SPF30 — Made in Australia with zinc oxide, antioxidant-rich botanicals, and a reef-safe, cruelty-free formula that adds a natural glow without harsh chemicals.

✅ Long-Wear, Sweat-Resistant Foundation or Skin Tint

Why you need it: Long days. Hot sun. Dust. Dancing. Your base needs to last without smothering your skin or melting away mid-party.

Top picks:

• Eye of Horus Skin Tint Serum Foundation — Lightweight, long-wearing, cruelty-free and infused with sacred oils for nourishment and glow.

• Ere Perez Oat Milk Foundation — Australian, vegan, buildable coverage with calming ingredients like oat and peach.

• Inika Organic BB Cream — Certified organic, SPF15, and perfect for light, breathable coverage under the sun.

• Biode Loose Mineral Foundation — Australian-made, zero-waste, and refillable loose mineral powder. A great setting layer or breathable base.

• Aleph Beauty Concealer/Foundation — Creamy hybrid in a refillable glass jar. NZ-based and planet-friendly with bold pigment and clean ingredients.

✅ Concealer (Targeted + Under-Eye)

Why you need it: Concealer is your festival secret weapon — for brightening tired eyes after sunrise sets or covering unexpected breakouts. Pack one for under-eyes and another for blemish coverage if you want buildable, breathable coverage that won’t cake or crease.

Top picks for blemishes:

• Ere Perez Arnica Concealer — Australian-made, full-coverage pot that’s rich in arnica to calm inflammation. Perfect for covering blemishes and redness without irritation. Vegan and refillable.

• INIKA Organic Full Coverage Concealer — Creamy, certified organic formula that conceals breakouts without clogging pores. Plastic-neutral, vegan, and cruelty-free.

Top picks for under-eyes:

• e.l.f. Camo Color Corrector — Budget-friendly, vegan, and cruelty-free liquid correctors. Available in 5 shades: green (redness), blue (dullness), peach (light under-eye circles), orange (deep under-eye circles), and yellow (brightening). Peach and orange are ideal for neutralising blue or purple tones under the eyes.

• DB Cosmetics Cover Up Under Eye Corrector Pen — Australian-made, vegan, and cruelty-free peach-toned pen for correcting under-eye darkness with precise, easy application.

✅ Reef-Safe Body Sunscreen

Why you need it: Your whole body deserves SPF — especially your shoulders, chest, and anywhere the glitter goes. Choose reef-safe, cruelty-free formulas that won’t pollute water or leave you sticky.

Top picks:

• We Are Feel Good Inc. — No nasties, no fragrance, just SPF50 that holds up in the moshpit.

• SunButter Skincare — Vegan, reef-safe zinc sunscreen in tins made from reusable and fully recyclable aluminium.

• Naked Sundays SPF50+ Glow Body Sunscreen with Golden Mica — Festival-ready sunscreen that gives your body a sun-kissed shimmer while protecting your skin. Vegan, Aussie-made, reef-safe, and infused with golden mica for a radiant glow.

✅ Cream Blush or Bronzer (Heat-Tested!)

Why you need it: Adds warmth, structure, and colour — just make sure it won’t melt by midday. Choose multi-use tints or buildable sticks that are made with skin-loving ingredients.

Top picks:

• Ere Perez Carrot Colour Pots — Aussie-made, creamy blush pots with vegan, plant-based ingredients in sun-safe hues. Compact, refillable, and hydrating.

• Lük Beautifood Lip & Cheek Tint — Multi-use tint sticks made with food-grade ingredients. Cruelty-free, made in Australia, and designed for all skin types.

• Ilia Multi-Stick — Global clean beauty fave with buttery texture and buildable pigment. Vegan, cruelty-free, and works as blush, bronzer or lip tint.

✅ Stick or Powder Eyeshadows

Why you need them: Eye colour adds definition and drama — especially when your look needs to survive dust, dancing, and 12+ hour days. Avoid cream formulas (they’re likely to melt) and skip glitter (we’ve got that covered with our biodegradable options). Opt for high-pigment, low-fuss powder or stick formulas.

Top picks:

• Eye of Horus Eyeshadow Palettes — Byron Bay-based, cruelty-free and infused with Moringa oil; richly pigmented with earthy and jewel tones.

• INIKA Organic Eyeshadow Duo or Singles — Certified organic, vegan, and talc-free powders in bold, wearable shades.

• Aether Beauty Eyeshadow Palettes — Global ethical brand known for zero-waste packaging and highly pigmented, glitter-free, colourful palettes with sustainable mica.

✅ A Quality Mascara – we recommend tubing

Why you need it: You want drama, length, and definition. But waterproof formulas can smudge, flake, or take your lashes with them. Tubing mascaras coat each lash in a flexible tube that lasts all day and washes off with warm water (not tears).

Top picks:

• Ooh La Lash by Zoeva — Lengthening, conditioning, and flake-free.

• Loungeface Lash Tubing Mascara — Australian-made, infused with Biotin + Panthenol for healthy flutter.

• Mirenesse Vibralash — With a vibrating wand for ultimate lift and volume.

✅ Statement False Lashes (Vegan or Biodegradable)

Why you need them: Whether you want a subtle flutter or full main-character energy, your lashes speak volumes. Choose options that are vegan, reusable, or biodegradable. Plastic lashes just ain’t it.

Top picks:

• Paperself Paper Lashes — Lightweight paper lashes in butterfly, lace, and botanical designs.

• That’s Too Gay – Custom Cut Paper Lashes — Handmade, queer-owned, and full of theatrical flair.

• Velour Plant Fibre Lashes — Hemp-derived and designed for 20+ wears.

✅ Natural Lip Tint, Balm, or Lipstick

Why you need it: Lips cop it: sun, wind, dust, dehydration. You need colour that lasts, feels great, and won’t flake mid-kiss or mid-kiki. Go for bold tones in nourishing formulas, minus the glitter.

Top picks:

• Lük Beautifood Lip Nourish Crayons — Australian-made, 100% natural, cruelty-free with nourishing ingredients and vibrant pigment.

• Eye of Horus Bio Lip Elixir — Byron Bay brand offering deeply hydrating, tinted glosses in earthy and bold hues. Vegan, cruelty-free, and refillable.

• Axiology Lip-to-Lid Balmie — Plastic-free crayons with rich colour payoff that can double as blush. Palm-free, vegan, and zero-waste.

✅ Biodegradable Glitter by Glitterazzi

No kit is complete without festival glitter, but not all sparkle is created equal. That’s where we come in. All our loose glitter, balms and oils are make with real Bioglitter.

Glitterazzi Biodegradable Glitter is:

• 🌿 Made from plants, not plastic

• ✅ TÜV 'OK biodegradable WATER' certified

• ✨ Cosmetic-grade and tested for sensitive skin

• 👶 Safe for kids, faces, and every fabulous body part

• 🏕️ Designed for mess-free festival use

Use it as:

• Face glitter makeup (cheekbones, eyelids, brows)

• Glitter body highlights (collarbones, arms)

• Glitter eyeshadow over cream base

• Glitter for kids' festival looks

Our glitter stays put with aloe gel or balm and washes off with water - no harsh scrubbing or microplastics left behind.

Explore our Festival Mixes Collection, or build your own blend with our custom kit builder.

✅ Removing Your Festival Makeup (Gently)

Why you need it: After a long day of dancing, sun, and sparkle, your skin needs a kind cleanse — especially when you’ve layered SPF, pigment, and glitter. Skip the harsh scrubbing and go for gentle, oil-based and dissolvable options.

Top picks:

• Conserving Beauty InstaMelt™ Deep Exfoliating Day Dissolver Wipes — Oil-based, dissolvable wipes that melt away makeup and SPF without irritating your skin. Biodegradable, compostable, and made with clean Australian ingredients.

• The Aussie Mystic Beauty 100% Organic Passionfruit Oil — A pure, nourishing oil that doubles as a skin treatment and gentle makeup remover. Lightweight, tropical-scented, and perfect for a post-festival cleanse.

✅ The Final Touches: Tools & Touch-Up Essentials

Why you need them: Even the best makeup needs a top-up (or a quick fix after a glittery cuddle puddle). These are the unsung heroes of your kit — helping you reset, refresh, and stay fabulous from sunrise to long past sunset.

Top picks:

• Compact mirror — For touch-ups on the go. Look for lightweight, foldable options that don’t crack in your bag.

• Hydrating facial mist — Keeps your skin cool, soothed, and glowy. Bonus if it’s alcohol-free and contains ingredients like rosewater or aloe.

• Mini brush or sponge — For blending out creases or freshening your base. Wash and reuse!

• Biodegradable wet wipes — Great for a mini festival wipe down between sets, just don't forget to re apply your sunscreen. Choose compostable ones (like Wotnot Naturals or Eco by Naty) and bin them properly. No white wipe tumbleweeds, EVER please.

• Glitter applicator — A brush or your trusty Glitterazzi Sparkle Stick to keep sparkle exactly where you want it.

Your festival face deserves to feel as good as it looks. So pack with intention, sparkle guilt-free and slay all weekend.

Glitter should never be litter. ✨ #NoGlitterLitter