Introducing … the ten beauty products you must try! Happy shopping!
1. Exfoliant: Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant.
- Amazing facial exfoliator.
- Simply add water to convert the powder into a creamy, non-abrasive paste.
- Removes dead skin cells, leaving the face soft and smooth.
- Gentle enough to use every day.
- Hot tip! For a flawless-looking complexion, exfoliate your face prior to moisturizing; then apply your foundation.
Online stockists: Dermalogica.com, AdoreBeauty.com.au and RY.com.au.
2. Eye makeup remover: Lancôme Bi-Facil Double-Action Eye Makeup Remover.
- Excellent eye makeup remover.
- Takes off the darkest, smokiest eye makeup in a few sweeps.
- Cleanly wipes away waterproof formulations.
- Great for sensitive eyes.
- Hot tip! Because it is a duo-phase liquid, shake well before use.
Online stockists: Sephora.com, Selfridges.com and AdoreBeauty.com.au.
3. Moisturizer: Créme de la Mer Moisturizing Cream and Créme de la Mer Moisturizing Lotion.
- Two fabulous facial moisturizers.
- Choose the cream if your skin type is normal to dry, or the lotion if your skin type is normal to oily.
- Both formulations leave the face well hydrated without any greasy residue.
- The ultimate foundation base!
Buy La Mer online from: CremeDeLaMer.com, CremeDeLaMer.co.uk and CremeDeLaMer.com.au.
4. Satin Foundation: M·A·C Face and Body.
- A staple item in the kits of makeup artists worldwide.
- Broad color range.
- Super-lightweight texture.
- Adjustable, buildable coverage. Apply one coat for natural, baby-like skin or layer it for a more plastic effect.
- The best dewy finish foundation money can buy!
- Hot tip! Use it body-wide for an overall even skin tone.
If you prefer a matte finish, read my recommendations here: Best matte foundation.
Online stockists: MACCosmetics.com, MACCosmetics.co.uk and MACCosmetics.com.au.
5. Mascara: Diorshow in Black.
- Gives a false lash effect.
- Courtesy of the large brush you can achieve extra-long, high-volume lashes in a single swipe.
- Strongly pigmented, flake-free formulation.
- Hot tip! For mega-length, curl your lashes with eyelash curlers before applying your mascara.
Online stockists: Sephora.com and Boots.com.
6. Gel Eyeliner: Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner.
- For precise application and control, apply it with a short-bristled, thin-tipped eyeliner brush.
- Glides on easily.
- Long-wearing and smudge-proof.
- Hot range of colors. My fave shade is Black Ink – a strong, dramatic black. For a softer look, choose Sepia Ink (a rich brown), or Granite Ink (a gorgeous gray).
Buy Bobbi Brown Gel Eyeliner online from: Sephora.com, BobbiBrown.co.uk and BobbiBrown.com.au.
7. Powder Eyeshadow: Shu Uemura Pressed Eye Shadow.
- Large range of shades and textures.
- Intense color payoff. I couldn’t live without Matte Black (M 990)!
- Finely-milled pressed powder, which is easy to blend.
- Hot tip! Combine your favorite single shadows in a personalized custom palette.
Online stockists: ShuUemura-USA.com and ShuUemura.co.uk.
8. Matte Lipstick: M·A·C Lipstick in Ruby Woo.
- The best long-lasting, matte red lipstick on the market!
- A timeless classic.
- Loved by makeup artists, models and celebrities alike.
- Hot tip! Rock out in your power pout!
Online stockists: MACCosmetics.com, MACCosmetics.co.uk and MACCosmetics.com.au.
9. Natural Powder Blush: Nars.
- Great selection of natural shades that work on any skin tone. I love Zen, a versatile neutral beige.
- Use alone for a subtle hint of color, or layer it for more depth and intensity.
- Perfect for contouring the cheekbones and adding warmth to the face.
Buy Nars Blush online from: NarsCosmetics.com and MeccaCosmetica.com.au.
10. Lipgloss: Lancôme Juicy Tube in Melon.
- Neutral-colored gloss.
- Smells divine.
- Accentuates the pout, making it appear larger and fuller.
- Leaves the lips feeling hydrated but not sticky.
Buy Juicy Tubes online from: Boots.com and AdoreBeauty.com.au.
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