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.

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.

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: StrawberryNet.com and FragrancesAndCosmetics.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, StrawberryNet.com, FragranceX.com and FragrancesAndCosmetics.com.au.

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: Cosme-De.com and FragrancesAndCosmetics.com.au.

7. Powder Eyeshadow: Shu Uemura Pressed Eye Shadow.

• Large range of shades and textures.
• Intense color payoff. I couldn’t live without Metallic Black (ME 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, FragranceX.com and FragrancesAndCosmetics.com.au.

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: Nars.com and Sephora.com.

10. Lipgloss: Lancôme Juicy Tube in Spring Fling.

• 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: Sephora.com, FragranceX.com, StrawberryNet.com and FragrancesAndCosmetics.com.au.

The best in beauty: My top ten product picks is a post from: Little Miss Makeup's Blog

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!

My product picks: Diorskin Forever by Dior is my favorite matte foundation. If you want a flawless, shine-free, long-lasting base that won’t budge … this is it! For a fresh, smooth-looking, slightly dewy complexion, choose Chanel’s Pro Lumière or Lancôme’s Photôgenic Lumessence foundation. Both of these stay put and give the skin a perfect semi-matte satin finish.

Sneak a peek! I used Pro Lumière foundation by Chanel in the Gothic Glamor look. For application tips, see page 6 of the Gothic Glamor eBook.

Go shopping!

Buy Diorskin Forever online from:  StrawberryNet.com, FragranceX.com, SkincareDirect.com.au and FragrancesAndCosmetics.com.au.

Buy Chanel Pro Lumière online from: StrawberryNet.com, Cosme-De.com, FragranceX.com, SkincareDirect.com.au and FragrancesAndCosmetics.com.au.

Buy Lancôme Photôgenic Lumessence online from: StrawberryNet.com, FragranceX.com, SkincareDirect.com.au and FragrancesAndCosmetics.com.au.

Are you tired of your foundation wearing off part way through the day? is a post from: Little Miss Makeup's Blog