Blocked pores, flaky skin, nasty chemicals – these are just some of the reasons why foundations have received a bad rap in the past. But thanks to breakthroughs in product technologies, the new wave of foundations double as effective treatments, targeting skincare issues while concealing imperfections. Here are the ones to look out for.
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You’ve probably heard this before: eyebrows shape your face, which means having well groomed, proportional arches is crucial to your overall make-up look. Here, we take you through a step-by-step guide for brows to make you proud.
Don’t underestimate the power of the brow. Your eyebrows can either make or break your face and your entire make-up look. A pair of polished brows makes a strong statement and is one of the easiest ways to change your look. Here are three easy steps you can follow to ensure your brows wow.
1. Brush hairs using a spoolie
Begin by brushing your brows upwards with a spoolie. This will tame out any unruly hairs and will also help you see the natural shape of your arches.
2. Fill in with an eyebrow pencil
Next, using a brow pencil, fill in the gaps. Your brows aren’t meant to be a monotoned; you want to give them a gradient effect. Starting from the inside, use light feathery strokes to fill in the sparse spaces you can see, saving the bolder strokes for the tail end of the brow (towards your temple). Brush your brows again with the spoolie, as this will help blend and create a fuller look.
3. Set with a brow gel
Your last step requires a little setting gel. Use one of these brow gels for all-day perfection.
Videographer: Roice Nel. Hair & make-up: Renee De Wit/Gloss.
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Inglot All Covered offers full coverage with a smooth, even finish. All Covered Face Foundation and All Covered Under Eye Concealer take care of facial imperfections and provide various beauty benefits, such as boosting the skin’s elasticity and protecting it from free radicals.
Pantone’s colour of the year needs no introduction in the beauty department, having long been one of make-up’s most popular shades. Vibrant and versatile, it can be applied to cheeks, eyes, nails or lips for a flattering shot of colour that suits all skin tones. Here’s a selection of our favourite corals to brighten up your look.
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Black Up Blush in N05 400 775
Add a radiant finish to your complexion with this luxurious, highly pigmented blush.
Bobbi Brown Corrector in Deep Peach 430
Colour correctors are clever concealers. This Deep Peach shade neutralises dark under-eye circles and brightens the eye area for a fresh, youthful look.
Elizabeth Arden Sheer Kiss Lip Oil in Coral Caress 299
This nourishing, sheer-finish lip oil provides a pop of luscious colour with just the right amount of shine.
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Sisley Phyto Blush In Papaya 775
Enriched with moisturising oils, this cream-to-powder blush will give your complexion a radiant colour boost.
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Givenchy Prisme Libre in Organza Caramel 885
This complexion-enhancing loose powder features four harmonious shades that blend beautifully for a flawless, soft-matte finish.
Chanel Rouge Allure Liquid Powder in Electric Blossom 615
Give your lips a lush, soft-focus finish with Chanel’s powdery liquid pigment – a lip look that’s so very now.
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Sisley Phyto-Ombre Eclat in Mango 600
Featuring sizzling shades of deep orange, this pigment-powered eye shadow allows you to create an eye-popping look.
Lancôme Matte Shaker in Vivid Orange 325
If you tend to favour a red lip, this fiery red-orange shade from Lancôme is perfect for you. You’ll love the unique cushion tip that boosts product absorption and delivers a lightweight, matte finish.
Revlon Colorstay Gel Envy in Pocket Aces 135
This stunning hybrid of red, pink and orange complements all skin tones, for a sunset-pretty mani that’s sure to turn heads.
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Dior Diorshow Pump ‘N’ Volume in Coral Pump 630
For those who love to push make-up’s boundaries and play with colour, coral mascara is a must. This ultra-volumising, colour-rich Dior formula is your ticket to extraordinary lashes.
Mac Lip Scrubtious in Candied Nectar 315
This delightfully flavoured, sugar-based scrub gently buffs away dry and flaky skin, leaving lips silky-smooth and slightly tinted.
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Kelso Beauty Lip Liner in Burnt Sienna 129.95
Create the illusion of fuller lips by applying lip liner to the entire lip area before putting on your lipstick. Lip liner also helps to keep lipstick in place and prevents the colour from bleeding, for a long-wearing, professional-looking finish.
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BLACK UP
370
Super lashes are a big beauty trend for autumn/winter. Enter Black Up’s latest revolutionary lash product. The lightweight fibre strips are easy to put on and really comfortable to wear. They’re also reusable and don’t require glue. This step-by-step tutorial takes you through the application process.
GUERLAIN
L’Essentiel Fluid
1030
If you’re a fan of the ‘no make-up’ make-up look, then this one’s for you. Made with 97% naturally derived ingredients, this foundation combines the beauty of make-up with the benefit of skincare for a natural, flawless finish. The hardworking formula also hydrates parched skin, protects it from pollution, and allows it to breathe.
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KIEHL’S
Youth Dose Eye Treatment
580
ELIZABETH ARDEN
Prevage Progressive Renewal Treatment
2100
Elizabeth Arden’s intensive four-week at-home face peeling treatment utilises skin-resurfacing AHAs and next-generation polyhydroxy acid (PHA) to gently exfoliate dead cells, revealing the fresh, radiant skin beneath. Gentle, cost-effective and time efficient – these are just some of the benefits associated with at-home peels.
CHANEL
Baume Essentiel Multi-Use Glow Stick
765 each
Chanel’s Baume Essential Multi-Use Glow Stick is the dream product for on-the-go beauty lovers. Use it on your lips, cheeks and eyes for a dewy, healthy-looking complexion. The transparent shade delivers a sheer glow, while the sculpting shade provides a pearlescent shimmer.
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Dolce & Gabbana
Limited Edition Blush Touch in Coral
600
Blush Touch is a cushion stick for the cheeks. It’s conveniently packaged and is perfect for on-the-go touch ups. Its luminous, powdery finish adds a wash of beautiful colour and glow to your complexion.
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Dior
Addict Lip Glow To The Max in Berry and Light Pink
605 each
The house of Dior has always been an expert in the field of luxury lip care, and just when we thought its signature Lip Glow Balm is all we’d ever need, Dior released it’s dual action of colour and glow lip balm. If you’re looking for intense colour and a hard-to-miss shine in one, this should be your new go-to lip product.
Azzaro
Chrome Aqua 100ml EDT
1235
Aqua marks a new chapter in the book of Azzaro Chrome fragrances. A refreshing scent enriched with surging green top notes combined with grapefruit, basil, and vertiver this vibrant and dazzling oceanic fragrance is the perfect scent for days spent outdoors.
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CLINIQUE
Even Better Refresh
470
With its winning formula combining advanced skincare with full coverage, Clinique’s Even Better foundation has been a phenomenal success. Then came Clinique Even Better Glow, an oil-free formula containing luminising pigments for maximum radiance-boosting coverage. Now the beauty house is at it again, with the launch of Clinique Even Better Refresh. This long-wearing, full-coverage foundation diminishes fine lines and wrinkles for a silky-smooth, moisture-rich glow. Yes, please!
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ELIZABETH ARDEN
As pretty as it was, your festive-season make-up won’t cut it at work. Office make-up should be polished, yes, but professional. It’s all about striking a balance between looking put-together, not overdone.
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