In preparation for Summer temperatures I’ve recently purchased  Guerlain Terracotta Tinted Moisturizer . It’s available in two colours-blonde which is the light, and brunette which is dark. I got the darker of the two, and it matches very well with my natural skintone. So if you are very fair skinned even the lighter shade will be quite dark. (makes a great liquid bronzer)

The texture is very smooth, and is described as a gel cream so it blends very easily with your fingers. Even though it is sheer coverage it is buildable and evens out the complexion well. A unique feature is the tan booster complex that helps retain your natural tan.

The only thing I’m not a fan of is the scent. It smells like perfume when you first apply it but it doesn’t last. Overall I like the way it perfects the skin without looking like make up, and I enjoy the packaging. It reminds me of a tropical resort-very appropriate for a Summer product.

Currently I am loving DiorSkin Nude foundation. I’m all about skin that looks flawless but not made up. Skin that glows without looking oily. This foundation does exactly that. The key ingredients are 100% natural mineral pigments, and mineralized water, which leave your skin looking hydrated and glowing. I use a duo fibre round foundation brush for a quick and even application.

Skin that looks healthy, radiant, and gorgeous is not just reserved for models, and celebs, but rather it is an absolute must have for every woman. Almost every woman I meet over thirty, covets glowy skin because glowy skin is youthful and who doesn’t want to look young?

Expert Tips:

1.   Prep the skin with a hydrating mist like MAC Fix+ before applying moisturizer. This boosts the skins moisture level and creates an instant glow.

2.  For an all over glow mix a few drops of  an illuminating  product into your liquid foundation. Try Giorgio Armani Fluid Sheer.

3.  Highlight the high planes (tops of cheek bones, apples of the cheek, and brow bone) by gently tapping on a cream shadow. Or use a powder that has iridescence and apply with a soft brush.

This award season we saw Hollywood glamour at its best. The most important trends were front and centre: flawless skin, long lashes, defined eyes, and although the red lip made a cameo, the neutral lip ruled the red carpet. Red carpet make up focuses on making women look beautiful by accentuating their best features. There are three classic make up looks: neutral eyes neutral lips-seen on Kate, Eva, Angelina, Beyonce, and Jennifer. Neutral eye bold lips-seen on Christina, and smoky eye neutral lip-seen on Sarah Jessica, Freida, and  Natalie.

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