Metallic Mink Eyes and Nude Lips

My first Makeup client of the day. Bridal trial for beautiful bride to be Rusen who's a Mongolian Romanian mix.Great features:-) She wanted a strong look on the eyes and natural everywhere else so this is what I created ♥
Makeup Brushes Used:MAC , Bare Escentuals, Stila and Laura Geller
Primer:MAC Matte Gel
Base:MAC Studio Fix Fluid in NW15
Eye Primer:Laura Geller Eye Spackle
Concealer:Estee Lauder Disappear Smoothing Creme
Powder:MAC Invisible
Blush:A Peach for the apples of the cheeks and a light tan for contouring by Pixi Cosmetics (find them on Carnaby St)
Eyeshadow:A gorgeous metallic mink shade by Kiko Makeup Milano in 228 (find Kiko store in either Westfield)
Eyeliner: Gel Intenza liner in Pure Black by L'oreal which does not budge till removed. Way better than MAC's Blacktrack gel liner which smudges and is quite a greasy texture.
Brows:GOSH brow palette in dark brown.
Mascara:NYC Skyrise Lenthening Mascara in black my current fav.
Lip Liner:No. 7 in Nude.Best.Lipliner.Bar.None
Lips:Revlon gloss in Toast To
Shine a perfect caramel shade.

A tip for the eyeshadow application: The eyeshadow by Kiko Makeup Milano is a wet AND dry formula so for a more subtle colour use dry and for a more intense pigment wet your eyeshadow brush before applying. I always find a flat brush works best if you want to wet the shadow for a more intense colour.

Hair and Makeup For Strictly's Fab Judge Bruno Tonioli . .

Today I did the hair and makeup for BBC's Strictly Come Dancing and ABC's Dancing With The Stars judge Bruno Tonioli . He was an absolute pleasure to work with and made a list of the products I used on him so he could order them , as he loved the results.
I prepped his skin with Arbonne Regenerating Toner followed by Arbonne Restorative Day Crème SPF 20 , which is a really light , non greasy moisturiser and perfect to use under makeup for television . Then to take down puffiness and dark circles under the eyes I used Clarins Beauty Flash Eye Revive , which is one of my absolute must have products , and on top of that I gently patted on Liz Earle Daily Eye Repair which has smoothing and light reflecting properties.
I then applied 2 layers of MAC Face and Body Foundation in C6 with a Japoneseque Stippling Brush which gives a really buffed , even finish . Under the eyes I used Laura Geller Real Deal Concealer in Medium and Medium Deep mixed together to cover darkness and circles as it gives good coverage but blends really easily. To set it I used a light dusting of MAC Invisible Powder and a little MAC Matte Gel to stop him from shining under the strong studio lights. Bruno is naturally tanned but I gave him a light application of Chanel bronzer in Sahara for a healthy glow, without shimmer . On top of the makeup , to smooth out the skin around the eyes , forehead and nose to mouth lines , I used Clientele Estro Lift Wrinkle Filler which gives an effortlessly airbrushed look .
As Bruno has good hair and a good hair cut all I needed to do was rub a little of Wella Shockwaves Go Matt Clay through the ends to give a bit of texture and take away frizz but still leave a matte finish. I set lightly with L'oreal Elnett Hairspray in Supreme Hold.
All in all , with tv makeup for guys it's all about that "No Makeup, Makeup Look" that makes them look great but without being obvious why. Just healthy , well rested and with great skin!

Products mentioned above can be bought from:
www.qvcuk.com
www.maccosmetics.co.uk
www.boots.com
www.arbonne.com
www.clienteleskincare.com

Revlon Nail Colour in Craving Coral

I'm loving Revlon's new nail colour in "Craving Coral" a gorgeous , vibrant , 'makes you feel happy' red! Not forgetting my favourite top coat Seche Vite which I've applied over the top . It makes nails super glossy and your nail polish last longer:-)

Clarins Eye Revive Beauty Flash

If you get puffiness and dark circles around your eyes try Clarins Eye Revive Beauty Flash , a product I swear by. However tired my eyes look , just a couple of minutes after I've applied this , they feel so refreshed and look wide awake , like I've had a really good nights sleep. I often have very early starts for commercials & shoots and don't always manage to get a full 8hrs -usually it's more like 5! It literally transforms my peepers. This what Clarins say "Clarins’ quick ‘lift” for tired eyes — with refreshing Rose Petals, Lily and White Tea extracts—releases toxins to minimise dark circles, tighten eye contours, decongest and de-puff. Hydrates and protects the delicate skin around eyes, while chasing-away fine lines. Keep it in your emergency kit."
It really is brilliant - you won't be without this product once you've tried it . Just pat gently around the contour of your eyes with your ring finger and you'll be bright eyed and bushy tailed , ready for the day.

My daily Skincare Routine!

Is your skin looking a little dull lately? Maybe your skin care routine has got stuck in a rut. Never fear! For gorgeous , glowing skin and to hear about my favourite skincare products , watch my latest video below:-)