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When the temperature rises it is always best to keep make-up to the minimum.
Dab a good concealer under the eyes, if you need it.
Good concealers
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| Clinique Beyond Perfecting Super Concealer Camouflage + 24-Hour Wear |
The new Clinique Beyond Perfecting Super Concealer
Camouflage + 24-Hour Wear (£18.50, comes in 18 shades) lasts for hours without
caking even in hot, humid weather.
MAC Pro Longwear Concealer (£18.50, comes in a variety of
shades). This fluid concealer is easy to apply and stays put for ages.
Sisley Phyto-Cernes Eclat (£66, comes in four shades) helps
to reduce any puffiness under the eyes as well as covering up dark
circles.
Another firm favourite is Clarins Instant Concealer (£22.50,
comes in four shades). It hydrates, blends well and is long-lasting.
Try to go without base
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| Clarins Radiance-Plus Golden Glow Booster for Face |
If you feel as if you want some colour try a self-tan.
Clarins Radiance-Plus Golden Glow Booster for Face (£20) is a great product.
Another essential, again from Clarins, is the Beauty Flash Balm (£32). This
cult product brightens, tightens and revives tired-looking skin. Great on its
own without foundation.
A quick touch of blusher instantly lifts the complexion
The right shade should bring out your eyes as well as
enhance the natural pigment in your lips and even give you cheekbones.
When buying a blusher you want one that is sheer and easy to
blend. Cream or satin formulas are good options. If they have a subtle shimmer
you will also find it is easier to work with.
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| Sisley Phyto-Blush Twist in Petal |
Sisley Phyto-Blush Twist in Petal (£45.50) is a
pretty baby pink that works well on pale complexions. The texture of this
cream-to-powder blush is lovely. It gives you a gorgeous glow. It is a shame
the range of colours is so limited.
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| Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge for Lips and Cheeks in Pale Pink |
Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge for Lips and Cheeks in Pale Pink (£22)
is really pretty for this time of year. This soft pink instantly gives you a
pop of colour making you look fresh and radiant.
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| MAC Powder Blush, Dollymix |
MAC has one of the best colour ranges of blushers. Something
for every skin tone. A favourite for summer is MAC Powder Blush, Dollymix
(£19.50). This gives a healthy pinky-red flush to the cheeks. It looks glittery
in the pan but on the skin it gives you a gorgeous natural glow.
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| Clinique Chubby Stick Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm, Bountiful Blush |
If you have got naturally pink lips then all you need is a
lip balm such as Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Moisture Replenishing Lip Balm
(£19.50). Those with lips that need a hint of colour should check out Clinique
Chubby Stick Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm (£18.50). There is a good colour
choice. Bountiful Blush is a lovely pinky-nude shade.
As I have extremely dry lips I apply a lip balm underneath.
A sweep of mascara and you are ready to go.
By Daralyn Danns
