Posts Tagged ‘Best Foundation’

The best in beauty: My top ten product picks

Thursday, March 18th, 2010

Introducing … the ten beauty products you must try! Happy shopping!

Daily Microfoliant

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: Cosme-De.com, AdoreBeauty.com.au and RY.com.au.

Lancome Bi Facil Double Action Eye Makeup Remover The best in beauty: My top ten product picks

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, StrawberryNet.com and FragranceX.com.

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Are you tired of your foundation wearing off part way through the day?

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

If you want staying power, then matte is where it’s at!

Chanel Pro Lumiere Foundation

Preparation is a key factor if you want your makeup to last. Start by cleansing, toning and moisturizing your skin, and then apply a primer and long-wearing (matte or semi-matte) foundation.

Hot tip! To minimize break-through shine, dust a mattifying powder over your foundation, paying particular attention to the T-zone. To avoid the cakey look, apply it with a very soft, large powder brush.

Cool trick! When your face feels hot … blot! Powder-coated blotting papers are a handbag must-have. They are lightweight and portable, which makes them the ultimate touch-up tool for girls on the go! (more…)