- Best overall: Sparkly Ever After Glitter Gift Set, all-over shimmer plus a cherry keychain wallet.
- Best warm tone: Glitter Makeup Set in Bronze, gel glitter with a pink stick and bag.
- Best for parties: Get Ready with Me, glitter with a scrunchie and hair clips.
- The gel glitter is listed as quick-drying with a plastic-free formula for eyes, cheeks and body.
- Glitter is the messiest makeup there is, so a gel formula is the parent-friendly choice.
Best overallPetite 'n Pretty Sparkly Ever After Glitter Gift Set for Kids Tweens Teens
Best warm tonePetite 'n Pretty Glitter Makeup Set for Kids Tweens Teens (Bronze)
Best for partiesPetite 'n Pretty Get Ready with Me Essentials Set for Girls Tweens Teens
Best iridescent sparklePetite 'n Pretty Shine & Sparkle Makeup Set for Kids Tweens TeensGlitter makeup for kids has a reputation for ending up everywhere: on the couch, in the car, in the dog. Petite 'n Pretty answers that with a quick-drying gel glitter and an all-over shimmer that stay where they are put, at least according to the maker.
We compared six sets that include glitter, using only what each listing states. Shades rotate by season, so check the eyes and palettes page for what is in stock.
Our picks
Petite 'n Pretty Sparkly Ever After Glitter Gift Set for Kids Tweens Teens
This set pairs the Sparkly Ever After All-Over Glitter with a compact cherry keychain wallet that has a zip closure and keyring. The listing describes the glitter as a lightweight, multi-dimensional shimmer for face, eyes, lips, cheeks and body. It is the simplest glitter makeup for kids in the range and easy to clip to a backpack.
- All-over use, from cheeks to body
- Cute cherry wallet keeps it together
- Lowest commitment of any glitter set
- Only one makeup product
Petite 'n Pretty Glitter Makeup Set for Kids Tweens Teens (Bronze)
The Glitter Makeup Set is listed in Bronze and combines quick-drying gel glitter with a stick in a pink shade for eyes, lips, cheeks and body. A pink makeup bag rounds it out. The listing says the gel glitter has a plastic-free formula and a multidimensional finish. A warm, golden sparkle tends to look softer on young skin than icy silver.
- Gel glitter dries quickly
- Multi-use stick for lips and cheeks
- Bag included
- Fewer listing photos than other sets
Petite 'n Pretty Get Ready with Me Essentials Set for Girls Tweens Teens
Get Ready with Me pairs mini sparkly gel glitter with a scrunchie and hair clips in a makeup bag. It is made for getting ready with friends, so it works as a sleepover activity or a party gift. The same quick-drying, plastic-free gel glitter goes on eyes, cheeks and body.
- Hair accessories plus glitter
- Built to be shared
- Plastic-free gel glitter formula
- Mini glitter size
Petite 'n Pretty Shine & Sparkle Makeup Set for Kids Tweens Teens
Shine & Sparkle includes the Sparkly Ever After Glitter in Iridescent Angel, the 10K Shine Lip Gloss in Charmed Life and the All-Over Stick in Petal Glow, packed in a pink canvas bag. Iridescent glitter shifts color in the light, which suits recitals and holiday events. The listing calls the formulas dermatologist- and pediatrician-approved.
- Glitter, gloss and glow stick together
- Iridescent finish
- Reusable canvas bag
- Very similar to Shine & Glow
Petite 'n Pretty Shine & Glow Makeup Set for Kids Tweens Teens
Shine & Glow is the golden twin of Shine & Sparkle. It has the Sparkly Ever After Glitter in Sunbeam, the 10K Shine Lip Gloss in Glow Down and the Glow Up Stick in Gimme Glimmer, in a pink canvas bag. The listing describes Sunbeam as a golden, sunny shimmer that is easy to apply on face or body.
- Warm, sunny glitter shade
- Soft pearly gloss included
- Mess-free claim on the listing
- Overlaps with Shine & Sparkle
Petite 'n Pretty Sparkle Storm Makeup Gift Set for Kids Tweens Teens
Sparkle Storm adds the Sparkly Ever After All Over Glitter in Fresh Frost to the Cool Vibes Eye & Cheek Palette, a Deluxe 10K Shine gloss in Pink Frost and two petite brushes. It all fits in a blue sherpa makeup bag. It is a limited-edition holiday set, so availability varies.
- Most complete set with glitter
- Frosty, wintery shade
- Two brushes included
- Limited edition
- More than a glitter beginner needs
Which glitter makeup for kids suits which occasion?
Each set carries a different glitter shade and a different mix of extras.
| Set | Glitter shade | Glitter type | Other makeup | Extras |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sparkly Ever After set | All-over shimmer | All-over glitter | ✗ | Cherry keychain wallet |
| Glitter Makeup Set | Bronze | Gel glitter | ✓ Pink stick | Pink bag |
| Get Ready with Me | Sparkly mini | Gel glitter | ✗ | Scrunchie, hair clips, bag |
| Shine & Sparkle | Iridescent Angel | All-over glitter | ✓ Gloss, stick | Pink canvas bag |
| Shine & Glow | Sunbeam | All-over glitter | ✓ Gloss, stick | Pink canvas bag |
| Sparkle Storm | Fresh Frost | All-over glitter | ✓ Palette, gloss | 2 brushes, sherpa bag |
Petite 'n Pretty Sparkly Ever After Glitter Gift Set for Kids Tweens Teens
Check price →Petite 'n Pretty Glitter Makeup Set for Kids Tweens Teens (Bronze)
Check price →Petite 'n Pretty Get Ready with Me Essentials Set for Girls Tweens Teens
Check price →How much comes in each glitter set?
We counted the items each listing names, including bags and accessories. A bigger number means more to play with, not necessarily more glitter.
Items named in each listing
Makeup, tools, accessories and bag
For a first try at glitter makeup for kids, the two-item Sparkly Ever After set is plenty. Bigger sets make more sense once she knows she enjoys it.
What to look for in glitter makeup for kids
- Gel over loose powder. Gel glitter holds the sparkle in place and dries down, so less of it migrates onto clothes and furniture.
- A cosmetic formula. Craft glitter is not made for skin. Petite 'n Pretty glitters are sold as makeup for face and body.
- Plastic-free claims. The gel glitter listings state a plastic-free formula.
- Free-from list. The brand lists cruelty-free, nut-free and paraben-free formulas across the range.
- Easy removal. Plan for a cleanser and a soft washcloth at bedtime.
Glitter also pairs well with gloss. Our lip gloss for kids guide covers the 10K Shine shades, and the lips category lists them all.
How we picked
We started from every Petite 'n Pretty product that includes glitter and has photos on its listing. We compared glitter type, shade, what else comes in the box and the occasion each set suits. We kept one pick per need rather than ranking near-identical sets.
We did not use ratings or prices. If you are choosing between two similar options, see Shine & Glow vs Shine & Sparkle, or browse more makeup sets for tweens.
FAQ
What is the best glitter makeup for kids who are beginners?
The Sparkly Ever After Glitter Gift Set is the simplest: one all-over shimmer and a small wallet. Gel glitter sets like Get Ready with Me are also easy because the gel dries in place.
Is Petite 'n Pretty glitter plastic-free?
The gel glitter in the Get Ready with Me and Glitter Makeup Set listings is described as a plastic-free formula. Check each listing, since glitter formulas vary by set.
Can kids put glitter on their lips?
The Sparkly Ever After listing includes lips in its list of uses. For younger children, a sparkly lip gloss such as the Best in Bling trio is an easier way to get shine on lips.
How do you get glitter makeup off?
Use a gentle cleanser and a soft washcloth, wiping rather than scrubbing. A little moisturizer afterward helps if skin feels dry.
Which glitter shade is best for holiday photos?
Bronze and Sunbeam give warm, golden sparkle. Fresh Frost in the Sparkle Storm set is cooler and wintery.