Makeup Monday- Wonder Woman

This year for New Years Eve we went to a super heroes and villans fancy dress party. I went as Wonder Woman, my hero & namesake! 

I used the HeShi self tanning gel to add a glow to my body and applied a shimmery body lotion on top to add a subtle scent and healthy glow for the evening. 

To match the costume and theme I chose to do a navy smokey eye with gold glitter and finish the look with a red lip. To achieve this flawless look that lasted over 24 hours, bad for the skincare but excellent for the makeup staying power! 

The products I used were: 

1. Dermalogica HydraBlur to keep my skin hydrated for hours 

2. Dermalogica Skin Perfect Primer to add illuminocity 

3. Dermalogica Sheer Tint Moisturiser in medium to create an even base 

4. MAC mineralize blusher in Petal Power  for a peachy complexion 

5. Then for the eyes I started with the MAC browset in Show-off to comb my eyebrows into shape and add a bit of colour

6. MAC Technakohl Liner in Stirling Silver along the water line of the lower lid to reduce redness and make the eyes look brighter & bigger. 

7. MAC Fluidline in Siahi to line the upper eyelid and outer corner of the lower eye adding definition before blending with pigments to form a smokey eye. 

8. MAC Pigment in Naval Blue to create a shimmery smokey effect on the outer corner of the eye

9. MAC Pigment in Melon to add a gold sheen to the centre eyelid 

10. MAC Mineralize Eyeshadow in Snow Season to blend the pigment and highlight the brow bone 

11. I then used my finger to dab MAC Glitter Liquid Liner in Glamourgold into the inner corner of my eye and sweep the liquid liner along the lower brow line and along the upper eyeliner and lower outer corner. With the residue I dabbed it along my upper cheek bone to catch the light when I smiled. 

12. To complete the eyes I added MAC Prep+Prime Lash to my curled lashes followed by 2 coats of MAC Zoom Waterfast Lash in Black topped with a third coat of navy. 

13. To complete the eyes I used MAC Mineralize Concealer NW20 applied with 224 brush to subtly highlight the eye & nose. 

14. The look was completed with a generous application of MAC gloss in Russian Red 

Happy New Year 2016!! 

Feature Friday- it's all about brows

I'm It's all about the brow, about the brow, about the brow, no trouble...

Whether it's brow extensions, growth serums or makeup, this season is all about eyebrows! 

Eyeshadow applied with a soft round brush to maintain a subtle natural finish. (Makeup by Claire Mulleady) 

I went to a MAC cosmetics masterclass at their Carnaby Street store yesterday. They've recently remodeled their Pro Store and have a private demonstration room upstairs. The Senior makeup artist had just got back from doing the International Fashion Week circuit and was full of ideas, insight and inspiration. 

Each model had very different brows from an Afro-Carribean well defined eyebrow to an Oriental fine eyebrow. There is a way to add definition to suit all styles- pencil, powder, gel, colored brow mascara are just to name a few. 

Even if you use a brow serum such as LiBrow or have extensions to enhance the natural appearance make up is needed to complete the look. MAC's new range has a brilliant array of Colours from fair blonde to red to dark brown. Full eyebrows with a natural finish are trending this season and are a hot topic for next Spring/Summer styles. 

Makeup Monday- minimise your holiday makeup

Whether you're going away for a weekend or a week, packing for a holiday can be tricky and every little bit adds up quite quickly for heavy luggage! 

Here's a quick packing guide for holiday makeup:

From left to right: 

1. Blush- Arbonne blush in Blossom because it works as a blush or bronzer. 

2. Tinted moisturiser- Dermalogica Ultra Sensitive Tint SPF 30- it has a high broad  factor sun protection and gives skin a healthy glow. 

3. Eyelash Curler- Tweezerman makes a good curler & it comes with extra inserts. 

4. Makeup Brushes- Victoria's Secret created this great travel pack with blusher brush, two eyeshadow brushes for contouring and an eyeliner brush. 

5. Liquid Liner- MAC liners work in any climate and add definition and enhance the eye for a day or evening look. 

6. Mascara- MAC prep + prime lash and mascara can be used to create a natural or glamourous look. 

7. Eyebrows- Sleek make a great eyebrow travel kit that contains a gel, powder, two mini brushes & tweezer. This combination keeps brows tidy and adds definition for all occasions. 

8. Multipurpose- MAC lustre drops can be used to boost foundation, add a glow to cheeks & eyes, or brighten dark circles. This multipurpose product is a great travel companion. 

I always have lippy in my bag, so haven't added this to the packing list but this picture shows a look that can take you from day to night on holiday with 10 simple items. I always keep a light 'daytime' colour and darker 'evening' lipstick in my bag for a quick day to evening change. 

Makeup Monday- Get the look

Be Inspired- Get the Look! 

Get the glow: Dermalogica Skin Perfect Primer 

Get the coverage: Dermalogica Sheer Tint Moisture SPF20, medium 

Get rosy- Arbonne blush, blossom 

Get the lips: MAC lipgloss, lychee luxe 

Get the eyes: 

MAC liquid liner, navy 

MAC pigment, teal 

MAC lustre drops, pink rebel 

MAC studio lights, skin lure 

MAC shadow, snow season 

MAC prep + prime, lash 

MAC zoom lash mascara, zoomblack