Ladylike Make-Up
The glamorous uptown girl is the girl we all want to be this season, (especially on Valentine's Day!), so channel the ladylike beauty trend with a modern twist. 4 Beauty shows you how.
During the 1930's cosmetic company Revlon started-up, selling opaque long-lasting nail enamel and, Estee Lauder was set up in 1946. Women flocked to salons to get the latest trends and looks; 4 Beauty helps you re-create this in the comfort of your own home.
Upper eyelashes were laced heavy with mascara, while lower lashes had very little. We love Bourjois Volume Glamour Mascara (opens in a new window) (£7.99), with ultra soft brush fibres - it plumps-up every lash and gives up to 16 hours hold.
Eye shadows started at lash line, and in to the crease, then blended upwards and outwards. Eyebrow trends meant they were plucked in to a fine taper-style line, falling at the end; we love Boots Precision Grip Slanted Tweezers (opens in a new window)(£3.80), ergonomically designed for controlled and precise use.
We love No7 Moisture Drench Lipstick (opens in a new window) in Red Carpet (£10), and Maybelline Colour Sensational Lipstick (opens in a new window) in Magic Mauve (£7.19).
Glamorous new nail lacquers were being made in their thousands. Revlon was the first brand to create opaque nail enamel in 1932, and introduced the (then) innovative concept of 'matching lips and tips' in 1939. To celebrate their 80th birthday, Revlon has launched new shades; we love Revlon Nail Enamel in Bewitching and Fearless (£6.49).
In the 1940s, the key players in make-up were Max Factor, Elizabeth Arden and Helena Rubinstein. Glamour came in a package of luscious full lips, defined eyebrows, and eye makeup was kept to a minimum - with mascara coated lashes being the focal point.
Create a full-luscious-looking mouth; there are plenty of colours to try! Max Factor Global Creative Design Director and makeup artist Pat McGrath says "the Spring / Summer 2012 shows were awash with nods to the past; in a trend that's distinctively 'modern vintage.' So, recreate statement looks with what is today's modern cool girl. McGrath adds 'It's super-easy for you to draw your own lip rules, experiment with recreating past iconic looks. Just be bold, play and draw. Play with textures and finishes, and have fun!'
We love Max Factor Lasting Lip Tint (opens in a new window) in Royal Plum (£7.99), and Urban Decay 24/7 Lip Pencil (opens in a new window) in Wicked (£12) which is a waterproof formula, it's guaranteed to last, and is ultra hydrating. And, Givenchy Gelee D'Interdit Lip Gloss (opens in a new window) in Tempting Rouge (£18): it's glossy, smooth, and creates a playful, enticing pout.
Ensure your lashes are the focal point of your face by applying lashings of black mascara, and that eyebrows were full, yet well-groomed, and most definitely plucked to perfection; we love Max Factor Eyebrow Pencil (opens in a new window) in hazel (£4.99), it comes with a little brush, ensuring no stray hairs.
Pacific skin care line attacks aging.
Marie Veronique Nadeau approaches skin care the way Michelin-starred chefs create their menus - sourcing the best ingredients and tinkering with formulations until it all comes together. Her commitment to locally manufacturing her products with organic, sustainable ingredients from nearby put her at the helm of what could be called the slow skin movement.
After launching Marie Veronique Organics a decade ago, the former chemistry teacher decided to pursue an advanced treatment regiment that could rival - even outperform - other offerings.
"I really wanted to look at the source of aging, as far back in the chain as I could, and look at peptides and other sources of cellular support," she said. The result is a new line, developed in collaboration with Beverly Hills dermatologist Eric Lewis, called Pacific - since that is where the collection's key algae and seaweed extracts are harvested from, Nadeau said.
At a party last month at the company's new Mill Valley storefront, guests sampled the 10 new oils and serums - including the Topical Marine Treatment, a pungent, greenish-brown fluid that costs $375 for half an ounce.
Hillary Peterson, CEO of Marie Veronique Organics, said that while some might be surprised by the scent or color, the company chose not to alter it. "We decided to stay true to our philosophy to maintain the bioactivity of the product," she said.
A trial conducted by the company found that half of the 283 participants showed significant reductions of fine wrinkles and other improvements after using Pacific products for 30 days, and 100 percent showed improvement after three months.
Skeptics may find such statistics hard to believe, but Nadeau's own skin, wrinkle-free and cherubic at 64, presents a kind of compelling evidence of its own.
"Marie has taught me so much about creating results with skin care," said Peterson. "So much of what's done out there is a quick fix, a peel or a laser treatment, things that can make you look better in the short term, but are not necessarily long-term fixes. ... A thoughtful, long-term approach makes the biggest difference in skin care, just as using fresh, local ingredients creates a beautiful meal that is significantly more nourishing and enjoyable."
Skincare for the new year.
Tips from makeup artist Kirsten Brusse
If you spent this holiday season eating all the wrong foods, sleeping in, and celebrating too much, there’s a good chance that your skin is going to look tired and worn.
To revive your post-holiday skin, make-up artist Kirsten Brusse joined The Rhode Show with her top skincare products to get your skin looking New Year ready.
Before you apply any product or make-up to your face, Kirsten says the first step is identifying your own skin type. “Mario Badesku has amazing all natural products that are very affordable. They have a great questionnaire section where you answer questions about your skin to figure out what skin type you are. Within a few days you will receive a customized ‘prescription’ via email. A couple of weeks later I received an envelope full of deluxe sized samples personalized to me to get me started - a nice surprise!”
Yet, regardless of skin type, Kirsten says there are three things that you should do every day:
- Cleanse – “Wash your face with a gently cleanser morning and night. Some good ones are” Cetaphil, Purpose, (available at the drugstores around $8.00 each) and Philosophy's Purity Made Simple ( $18.00 Sephora). If your skin is extra dry, try a cleansing oil like Josie Maran Argan Cleansing oil (Sephora).”
- Exfoliate – “Every one needs to exfoliate to remove dead skin cells, so the products you apply can penetrate your skin better. Even dry skin. The Clarisonic Mia is good for this ( $150.00 Sephora). Works for every skin type. Just use your regular cleanser with it. If your skin is extra dry, use toner to exfoliate.”
- Moisturize– “Choose a moisturizer appropriate for your skin type. Some good ones are Olay Regenerist ($30.00 drugstores) Philosophy Hope in a Jar ($39.00 Sephora). Eye cream - Always use an eye cream at night and in the morning. Some good one's are Clinique All about eyes ($30.00 Sephora) and Ole Henriksen Total Truth Eye cream ($45.00 Sephora).”
Kirsten says that protecting your skin from the sun is just important in the winter as it is during warmer months.
- Wear sunscreen daily. "The SPF 15 in your skin care products or foundation is not enough! You need at least an SPF 50. I love La Roche Posay Anthelios 60 Ultralight Sunscreen Fluid. Is is like water and works well under makeup ( $30.00 drugstores)
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