20 Hair Glitter Ideas That Are Perfect for NYE (2025)

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Gold Dust Sparkles

Created by hairstylist Amber Fairlie, this gorgeous glitter ponytail is perfect for an NYE hair look. Use different sizes of (biodegradable) glitter around your ponytail leaving the rest of your hair clean and smooth.

Purple Stars

If you're into glitter hair looks then you need to follow Wynter DePriest's IG account now. She creates stunning glitter hair looks like this chunky star creation.

Subtle Sheen

Hair tinsel your kinda thing? These super-subtle strands give your hair a mirror-like sheen that we love for a dazzling night out. Goddess Glitter Hair is U.S. based, but it ships to the UK, too.

Pink Dots

We can always trust @asos_faceandbody to give us a good dose of beauty inspiration. This cute bunches style uses EcoStardust Flamingo Biodegradable Glitter sprinkled in the hair for an extra party-esque glitz.

Gold Confetti

The biggest glitter-hair fail? Dandruff-looking sparkles. Avoid the flaky look by making sure your glitter pieces are large enough to really be noticeable against your hair, like this gold and pink look created by @monarchhairco.

Celestial Sparkle

We can't get enough of this icy-hued style, again by glitter hair genius @monarchhairco. Use a glitter gel (like Unicorn Snot) to act as glue throughout the hair before sprinkling different-sized glitter pieces along the length of the locks.

Iridescence

If you're still not completely sold on the glitter hair vibe, try something subtler, like this sprinkle of sequins throughout the hair length. To avoid it looking dandruffy, stick to chunkier pieces of glitter and make sure you're distributing them along the whole of the hair length.

Pink Glitter

Why not try re-creating the Giambattista Valli S/S 19 show, where models took to the runway with beachy waves packed full of ombré glitter?

Light Sparkle

Silver sparkles give blondes an icy, festive feel.A hairspray and loose dusting of glitter will help you achieve a similar look.

Gold Highlights

This look offers sparkly highlights without the commitment. Rather than painting on the glitter, you could try just using hair tinsel.

Glitter Roots

To achieve this look, put hair into two topknots, leaving a wide center part on which to apply a heavy-duty gel. Once the gel is on, sprinkle some glitter on top, so it adheres just to the part.

Glitter Twists

Leave it to Halsey to add glitter to an already modern look. Place the hair in half a dozen or more twists or topknots, then sprinkle a subtle dose of glitter over it all for added interest.

Glitter Center Part

One easy way to add glitter to your everyday look is to apply it to your part. Just apply a medium-hold gel to the part and sprinkle on the dust or glitter. It adds a fun dose of color and energy to even a classic center part, as seen here.

Glitter Afro

Adding a smattering of glitter all over the hair, but focusing largely on the roots, creates an almost ethereal look. Balance the look by utilizing glitter on the skin (like under the eyes), as well.

Rainbow Glitter Braid

This is definitely one of the more advanced looks on the list and requires first braiding the hair into two French braids that meet in the middle, then painting a different shade of glitter onto each plait. If some falls onto the loose hair beneath the braid, no need to fret—it adds even more character. We like Girlactik Loose Sparkles which allow you to sprinkle chunkier pieces of glitter on top of strands for a full-on shine.

Braided Fauxhawk With Glitter

This fauxhawk is created by parting the hair in two different areas, then creating a French braid down the middle (into a topknot). adding glitter to both the part and the braid adds so much pizzazz.

Low Ponytail With Glitter

This look could not be easier to replicate. Simply smooth hair back into a low ponytail, and spray glitter lightly over the ends. It's a great evening wedding look, but works for a daytime event, as well. For a similarly subtle amount of sparkle and shine, glitter and shimmer hairsprays are perfect.We like Rock the Locks Sugar Cookie Glitter Hairspray, which is easy to use. IGK Pre Party Glitter Spray is another great option and offers a subtle but gorgeous way to wear the trend.

Glitter Box Braids

The fun thing about adding glitter to braids is that the look melds into your current style, with the colorful streaks of glitter seen here peeking out of the braids themselves. Try using glitter hair paint for this look or hair tinsel, which is easy to use (and a lot less messy).

Glittery Braided Updo

A braided updo is so much fun—but it's made even more intricate when glitter is added to the mix. Here, the glitter adheres to the hair outside the braid, tracing the design around the head. If you're looking for something with more impact, like this look, loose glitter is great. ElektrikGlitter's Eco-Friendly Biodegradable Body and Hair Glitter will easily wash out after use, and won't harm the environment. Not only is the product biodegradable, but it comes in a variety of colors, textures, and sizes.

Multicolored Tinsel

On darker hair, multicolored tinsel gives the appearance of specks of gold and silver throughout strands. It's important to place the tinsel evenly around the hair, so it mimics the look of highlights. The great thing about hair tinsel is that it offers ease of use and no commitment, as you can just remove the strands once you're done with the look. Try Goddess Glitter's Hair Tinsel to recreate the look.