BOLD BEAUTIFUL MAKE-UP

Mineral Makeup dramatically improve the look of any complexion giving the illusion of clear, healthy blemish free skin which can be applied in minutes. The end result is long term optimum skin health. Mineral makeup resulted from a demand for a makeup range that was non-comedogenic and complemented at-home treatment regimens, while also being suitable post IPL, skin peel, microdermabrasion and for those with acne and rosacea. It was also crucial that the makeup prescribed did not worsen the problem or create new problems such as acne cosmetica.

Mineral makeup allows the skin to breathe and function normally. 

People suffering from rosacea their inflammation can be covered effectively in minutes and the redness will not bleed through, as with acne. 

The formulations of the mineral cosmetics actually work hand-in-hand with professional skincare products as they contain green tea; a powerful anti-oxidant to fight free radicals, jojoba esters to nourish and protect the skin

Cosmetic surgeons and dermatologists throughout the world are the most enthusiastic advocates and this is due to its ability to easily cover the post-treatment redness and sensitivity commonly associated with invasive treatments performed in surgery and clinics such as laser resurfacing, IPL photo-rejuvenation, chemical peels and so on.

MAKEUP TIPS:

FOUNDATION

If you are under 45, use an oil-free foundation in winter to create a flawless matte base. 

For women over 45, or those with very dry skin, this may emphasise wrinkles, so choose a foundation that contains oil but has a matte finish.

Your foundation is your canvas, so check the colour in natural light, remembering to match with your neckline. 

There should never be a beginning and an end.  The whole appearance must just flow, looking natural and as if no make-up is actually being worn. 

Winter time you may need to go two shades lighter than your summer colour. 

Wear a touch of matte powder over the top to prevent shininess.

Mascara only lasts three months before you need to consider replacing it, so find a new one which separates and extends your lashes, ideally in black or grey. 

Brows are big, so don’t thin them by over plucking or waxing too much.  A brow pencil or powder can help thicken the shape in the case of those unfortunate to have lost them.

Medication, hormones or over plucking can be responsible for the loss of brows and also sometimes the loss of eyelashes.

An ideal colour for your lips will pull off your whole complexion.  Find a colour that compliments you in shades that enhance.

A lip gloss over a dark colour can make it a little more subtle if you wish, ensure everything you use on your lips is moisturising so they don’t dry out.

 Plum shades on your lips can make your teeth look super white.

Your blusher needs to be a similar plum tone, but two to three shades lighter than your lips.

Your nails will look good matching your lips in dark, berry colours or pastel shades.

Nude lips can make you look a little insipid especially in Winter so go bold and don’t be afraid to step outside of your comfort zone remembering to choose a colour complimentary to your skin and hair tones.

Sometimes you may need to address your skin care regime.  While we are young and sailing through life doing the same old same old are bodies and in turn our skins are changing very subtly. 

You may need to consider when you look in the mirror of an evening before going to bed and removing your make-up how the appearance of your skin is actually looking. 

Under a bright light and maybe with the help of a magnifying light check for appearance of oil on your forehead, nose and chin. 

Does your make-up look patchy on your outer cheeks or chin (sometimes you can actually see it separating into little blobs by the end of the day)?

Do you have a build-up of blackheads? Are you concerned about fine lines around your eyes and mouth? 

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you need to consider changing your skincare regimen in different seasons.

blushER

Keep blusher in the same colour family as the lipstick

Apply it only on the apples of the cheeks and blend slightly outward. 

Because our lipsticks are so creamy and nourishing, you can also blend some on ones cheeks for a look that really harmonizes with the lips. 

Also, if you are suffering breakouts in the cheek area, it is likely due to the fact that most blushes contain FD&C red dyes which are comodogenic.

eyes

It's always a good idea to brush a base powder on the eyelid to even out the colour and for sun protection.

 Apply a base colour and concentrate a darker shade on the outer corner of the eye and sweep across the lid.

 Use a Defining Brush and a darker shadow to draw a smokey line as close to the top and bottom lashes as possible. 

Don't try to match the eye colour, since this will only cancel out the eye.

 A complementing (or contrasting) colour is what makes the eye pop. 

If you want to use an accent shade, find a colour or two or three shades deeper than the base and with a Eye Contour Brush apply it to the outer corner of the eye and sweep across the lid.

Be sure to concentrate most of the colour on the outside corner, because that's what lifts the eye.

 
lips

Sheers are in. But, be careful to balance the look.

If the eye makeup is strong, make the mouth more natural and vice versa.

There should be no obvious lip line.

Line your lips with a complementary lip pencil after you've applied the color.

Here is a video to help you on your way