Gemma Arterton likes "cheesy" make-up at Christmas.

Gemma Arterton loves to wear glittery festive make-up when she parties over the Christmas period.

Gemma Arterton loves to wear glittery festive make-up when she parties over the Christmas period.

The 28-year-old screen beauty normally plays it safe with her appearance, but likes to add some "shimmer" to her face when heading out to festive parties.

She said: "I've never worn a strong lip and eye together but I do like special make-up for Christmas. I'm cheesy like that with shimmer."

When it comes to her everyday make-up, Gemma hates anything too heavy that hides her natural complexion.

She said: "I don't like heavy foundations that cover my freckles. I wear Le Teint Touche Eclat because it gives me a luminous glow."

And the 'Quantum of Solace' actress has a go-to make-up look when she has a red carpet event to attend.

She explained: "I tend to choose eyes over lips when it comes to red-carpet make-up. I like this look - it's very dramatic and reminds me of Italian actresses in the 50s and 60s, it's a bit Sophia Loren."

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