They've worked with the likes of Nike, Gucci, Dior, InStyle Magazine, GQ Australia and L’Officiel Singapore but didn’t always believe that this incredibly creative path was for them.
Here’s what we’re taking from this to get that makeup artist glow: For skin, a good cleanser and moisturiser is no surprise, but there’s some good suggestions for both in this list (we’re definitely checking out the Embryolisse Lait Crème Concentrate on the back of these recommendations). Vitamin C and Hyaluronic Acid pop up frequently. Vitamin C will clarify and brighten skin while hyaluronic acid grabs and traps moisture in the skin. There’s a few actives here, either a chemical exfoliant like glycolic acid or retinol that renews skin cells, reduces pigmentation and softens fine lines.
Our first purchases were, tellingly, positioned right by the front door. An anti-redness primer and an illuminating primer, respectively. I don’t think I fully understood what a primer was, and I’ve used it maybe five times. So, learn from us, because we’ve definitely made mistakes. “Start with the absolute basics,” Auckland-based freelance makeup artist Shane Cyrus says. “You don’t need an all-over foundation. Skin can be natural and you can get the smallest amount of correction by using small amounts of concealer.
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You really only need a couple of brushes to begin with.
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