Dior Blush in Pink Happiness #729
This is a duo of pinks to refresh and give some healthy glow to the cheeks. Also comes in #659 Tender Coral. Tip: These colors can be used separately (one side is more matt) or mixed together.
Dior Le Vernis Nail Color
The 3 new nail colors are Tutu #155, a soft pink, and Rosy Bow #355, a petal pink and my favorite, Gris Trianon #306 which is like a soft elephant grey. Tip: Use 2 coats of polish and finish with a topcoat for best results.
Dior Nail Glow
Also new for nails, a 3-in-one nail-care, varnish and glow that makes the tips look whiter for a French manicure effect. Tip: Use one or two coats.
Dior Twin Set Eyeshadow Pens
These innovation eyeshadow pens are smooth on one end spreading a lush satin or pearly veil and a sponge pad with shiny powder on the other. Comes in Grey Sigh 060, Fishnet Black 090, Beige Ribbon, 530 and Ballerina Pink 840. Tip: Be sure to use the greasy side first – otherwise the shiny powder will […]
Diorskin Nude BB Crème
Giving a radiant, hydrated glow to the skin this cream gives a sheer coverage whilst protecting with SPF 10. Tip: Massage onto the skin with fingertips or use a wide flat brush and apply evenly.
Dior Addict Lipstick
Golden Jungle Collection Presented in a sleek streamlined case these three lipsticks from fall 2012 collection are intensely soft, moisturizing and comfortable to wear. Less wax and more gel makes them easy to glide on the lips. Wild #646 is a natural copper brown with gold accents. Instinct #816 is a sheer rose brown. Fatale […]
Face & Hair Masks
I picked these up in Selfridges on a recent trip to London. Hair and Face masks for the party animal. Great stocking stuffers or gifts for teenage delinquents on the go. I gave some to my daughter and she loved them.
Shu Eumura Eyelash Curlers
I’ve written about these perfectly measured and finely balanced eyelash curlers before, but I just wanted to mention they have a limited edition in 24K Gold! The best eyelash curlers ever!
Shu Uemura Coton Tiges
These “q-tips” with extra long handles are an indispensable part of my kit. The cotton is tightly wound for extra precision and doesn’t unravel. It makes blending and cleaning easy and effortless.
Luggage
A make-up artists bag is one of the most important accessories. Having travelled several times around the 5 continents, I can now say I’m a bit of an expert on luggage. It has to be extremely hard-wearing, but light, with fantastic wheels and easy to handle. TUMI sac de voyages sur roulettes is expensive, but […]
Leonor Greyl Magnolia Oil
Huile de Magnolia Beautifying oil for face and body. This oil has the delicate scent of the magnolia blossom. (It smells amazing). It will prevent dry skin. As a result your skin remains satiny smooth, soft and pleasant to the touch. This oil is ideal for massage and after waxing.
Leonor Greyl Douceur Vegetale
Shampooing gel for body & hair Formulated with coconut oil and aloe vera, this gel shampoo can be used frequently since it is rich in botanical oils and plant extracts. Moisturizing and rejuvenating, it leaves your hair shiny and your body soft to the touch. Ideal for daily use at the gym.
Leonor Greyl Bain Vitalisant B
Specific shampoo for thin, dry, colored and sensitive hair. Rich in vitamins, botanical extracts and plant proteins, this shampoo works to restore and strengthen hair damaged by successive bleaching, highlighting or coloring. Tip: Massage gently onto scalp in circular motions. Add small amounts of water for good foaming effect. Rinse thoroughly, finishing with cold water to […]
Filgora
Filorga Iso-Age Absolute Youth Cream To be used to prevent the first wrinkles for a skin more luminous, hydrated and protected. Tip: Use in the morning, after cleansing on face, neck and décolleté. Massage gently to make it penetrate. Filgora Optim-Eyes Tip: Massage a small amount underneath eye contour area. Filgora Iso-Structure Absolute Firming Cream Stimulates collagen. […]
GRACE, A Memoire by Grace Coddington
This memoir by the fashion editor of British and American Vogue, Grace Coddington, is a must-read for anyone interested or who has worked in fashion in the last 50 years. Witty, charming and insightful the book also is full of illustrations by the author herself.
Luxury Brands
The next few posts will be about French Luxury Brands. As an English make up artist working in Paris, I must confess to having been seduced by some of the up market luxury labels. I’ve also been selling my credits for editorial shoots in France to many of these companies. I’ll share with you my […]
Dior 5 Couleurs Collection #524 Night Golds
This palette features soft and finely milled shadows in shades of champagne, copper, taupe, dark brown with golden sparkle and gold. Tip: Use the dark brown to outline the eye shape. Blend the other colors to highlight and shape the eyes.
Dior Diorshow Eyeliner Waterproof in #548 Gold
This is a gold eyeliner to brighten the eyes. Tip: This can be used as a classic liner, or applied more generously over the eylid for a block of shimmering color. It can also be used to create a little highlight in the inner corner of the eyes or along the waterline or lower lash line.
Sisley Phyto Lip Gloss
More comfortable than a classic gloss, more shiny than a lipstick. Sisley’s plant based formula is both nutritive and gentle on the fragile lip area. Uses light reflection for a plumping and volumizing effect. 7 lovely colors include nude, beige rose, rose, fushia, bois de rose, rouge and brun all infused with a refreshing fragrance […]
Dior Diorific Lipstick
This lipstick comes in 4 shades; #039 Lady, #037 Diorling, #038 Diva and #040 Marilyn. Encased in gold packaging embossed with the name Christian Dior, its a hark back to vintage Dior glamour. My favorite is Diorling is the darkest of the reds that doesn’t have a hint of shimmer, glamming up the lips with […]