So a little while back I mentioned the luscious and luminous make-up that the model was sporting on our “Hats Of To You Pet” post and how if anyone was interested we would try and re-create it.
Now I don’t pretend to be a qualified make-up artist but I do have a genuine passion for the power of cosmetics, have been applying them to myself for over 15 years, been asked to do friends faces on hundreds of occassions and have a zillion “How To” books….. Oh and my sister is a professional make-up artist so I’ve picked up some handy tips and tricks off her along the way.
I can’t promise an exact replica – I have no way of knowing what products were used but we have had a bl*ody good go and my very kind friend and “model” Victoria looks particularly lovely, even if I do say so myself 
Victoria before – looking pretty and “au naturel”
Victoria after – looking super pretty and still reasonably natural…
What we used:
1) Christian Dior Skin Flash Primer
2) Chanel Vitalumiere foundation
3) L’Oreal Touche Magique concealer
4) MAC eyeshadows in “Patina” and “Nylon”
5) Lancome Artliner ( liquid eyeliner) in brown
6) MAC blushers in “Well dressed” and “Pink Swoon”
7) Bobbi Brown lipliner in “Pale Pink”
8 ) Max Factor “False Lash” Mascara
9) MAC lipglass in “Wonderstruck”
10) The Body Shop clear brow gel
11) MAC strobe lotion
After priming all over with an illuminiser ( CD skin flash) dot the MAC strobe lotion on the cheekbones and across the bridge of the nose taking care to blend seamlessly into the skin.
Next dot foundation onto the cheeks, forehead, nose and chin – you can then use a foundation brush, sponge or fingers to apply, whatever you feel most comfortable with. I used fingers taking care to blend in downwards strokes.
For instant redness/shadow coverage I used L’Oreal touche Magique taking it right up to the lash line and on the eye lid as a base for eyeshadow.
Next apply a taupe/nude eyeshadow to the entire eyelid, I used MAC “patina” which is a creaseproof piece of neutral perfection that has a satisfying sheen. Instantly creates that “polished” look and takes half a second to swipe because of its divine silkiness ( um yes I have much love for this particular item… as you can probably tell)
After much outcry from the public Lancome have re-introduced the artliner – Hooray! I used the brown shade which is less obvious than black but still gives a subtle definition. If you struggle with liquid liner give this one a try – it is the easiest to control I have ever used.
To highlight and give eyes that whole “dewy” eye effect sweep a pale champagne/gold shadow under the lower lash line and in the inner corners of the eye, I used “Nylon” which is pretty universal in its greatness. I use it on just about everyone.
If you have really straight lashes use curlers to lift and really open up the eye, I didn’t on this occasion as I find this Max Factor mascara applied with an upward motion holds the lashes in place and seperates like nothing else.
Sweep a beige/pink blush from the apples of the cheeks up towards your temples and finish with a “pop” of a brighter hue just on the apples ( Pink Swoon works on virtually all skin tones)….this somehow gives an incredibly youthful boost and is apparently make-up artist Bobbi Browns favourite trick. And who can argue with Madam Brown?
Outline the lips with a pale pink almost “fleshy” coloured liner, I filled in the entire lip area for staying power and increased pout potential. I then topped with a brighter shiny melon/pink gloss for a sexy lustre.
Don’t forget to tidy brows – if you don’t have time for major pluckage a clear gel will make them appear groomed.
Et Voila!
You Like?
Would you like more of the same?
Let us know and I’ll see what “looks” we can create.
Big Glow Getting Love
Charlotte xxx
This is grand!
What about hair how-to’s also?
xox
its brilliant – I love this post I’m off to buy the eye liner!
Great post. I really like that you can see the effect the individual items have too. My favourites – the mascara and lipgloss.
I am sooo taking this to my makeup trial on Saturday (and copying it myself for the next wedding I go to) – beautiful!
Hi Ladies!
Oh so glad you like it, I had a right old mare with the lighting for my pictures ( hence one cheek appears pinker!), I don’t have any kind of studio for my photography ( clearly!!) or a great deal of experience for that matter.
At one stage I was curled up next to the kitchen bin trying to get the right angle!!!! Victoria was a gem as well bless her, arriving at some unsociable hour of Sunday morning so we could get it done!
Charlotte xxx
Yay! I love this! Such a beautiful and natural look that looks quite simple to re-create. More of the same please!
Loving this! I’m a total make-up junkie but im undecided about going with a pro or diy-ing it on my big day. Will be trying this out for sure…would be a fair saving moneywise if I could do this myself! More how-to’s please!
What a beautiful friend!
This is such a great post! I too am weighing up between hiring a professional and doing it myself so tips are completely useful (I’m most scared I’ll be too nervous to get the eyeliner on straight :s!!). A more dramatic evening look tutorial would be awesome!
Any chance you could do a feature on false eyelashes?? I am a total novice at applying them and have no idea of the best ones to buy….to go for a full lash or a half lash…etc etc…some tips would be GREAT! x
Here here on the false eyelash feature! x
I love the make up posts on here, please keep them coming! I’d love to see a more dramatic looking one using violet colours on the eyes, I’ve seen a few looks and bridal magazines which look great but haven’t got a clue how to recreate!
Oooh I must purchase the eyeliner and lip gloss! Absolutely loving the make-up ‘how to’s', could we have a smokey eye feature pretty please? x
Hi,
Firstly this site is my new obsession!
I loved this post, I am a complete makeup novice (read – can just about manage mascara) so this post is uber helpful! Being cheeky would love to see maybe a bronzed goddess look, I’m getting married in South Africa in a year and the make up side of things is really worrying me as I have no idea how to go about trialing make-up looks as I just don’t normally wear it.
x
I COULD NOT believe she wasn’t wearing fake eyelashes, that mascara is a.mazing!! May need to invest. Stat!
How flawless Victoria’s skin?? Jealous much! No fair!!!
Lauren, Falsh Lash Effect IS amazing, and totally recommend it for doe-eyed lash perfection, but a word of warning, don’t get the waterproof one! It’s still an amazing mascara but it is nigh impossible to remove – even on just one coating I have to use an oil-based remover to start, plus Clinique take the day off, plus Avene remover to finish and I get through no end of cotton wool pads doing it! The non-waterproof versions are fine though.
Great post RMW, loving the DIY, more please! Would love a post on what colours of eyeshadow to use to make different colours of eyes really pop…
Love this post – she looks gorgeous, the blusher is fab!
I’m a dedicated fan of the Max Factor Flase Lash mascara – it’s the best mascara I’ve ever used (and I’ve tried a lot!)
Would also love to see a smokey eyes look too… a la Brigitte Bardot, please
xxx
i agree with anna k about the waterproof false lash-i wake up with panda eyes no matter how much make up remover i’ve used the night before! it is one of the best mascaras i’ve used though and doesn’t irritate my contact lenses, i’ll be keeping the waterproof one for the big day incase of any teary eyed moments!
would be good to hear some make up advice for very pale skinned girls-i really struggle to find something that doesn’t make me orange but my skin’s not good enough to go without!
Oh my god are there any unattractive people in this country?? There are so many pretty people on this site, I never seen so many lovely faces in one place!! Victoria you are so pretty!
Make up looks lovely, I really enjoyed this post, it would have taken me years and years to have tried and tested all the different make up brands so it’s great to have them recommended instead.
Charlotte- you should charge commission!
You are a very talented lady….makeup, photography, writing…..makes me feel quite inferior!
Would be good to do different shadows for different eyes like Anna said- mine are a boring brown colour (and my eyelids are almost non-existant) so anything to enhance them would be great!
Really good post
x
Great post – any idea what a new make up bag consisting of all of those products would come to? I feel like treating myself after the shocker of a day that I’ve had!
Thanks for another great post!
Any closer to telling us what the new ‘Rock My …’ is yet?!
Excellent post! More of these please x x
This is a great post. Just so that you know… I’m running a competition at the moment… This can be found at http://info.weddingplannerkentsussex.co.uk/blog/ it will help brides to save money
Totally love this look I have to have it I am going to buy all the products I just need her amazing skin! I keep debating if to do my own make up for the wedding or to pay for a professional I really can’t decide and time is starting to run out……
What a fab post, makes me want to rush out and buy all of the products and try it out right now!!!! Would love more looks, some glam ones for nights out please x
Have just returned from after work shopping with the mascara (it is fab and is £3 off in Boots) and a perfect MAC eyeliner. Looking forward to waking up tomorrow to try them.
I recommend investing in good skin care regime/products before investing lots in new makeup. (RMW have lots of advice that has helped me loads, my skin has never looked better!)
You can’t create a masterpiece without a good quality canvas!
xxx
Totally love this although totally wrong for my skin colour… Agree with the post above about hair how-to posts and ideas as I know what I want makeup-wise but no idea what I want hair-wise!!
I adore this look and totally want to use this! I’m a bridesmaid next month and this would rock for the rehearsal!!