Let’s explore the Do’s and Don’ts
Don’t use too much foundation
So often women use too much makeup to cover their skin imperfections; this can make the skin look dry and dehydrated. Especially during the winter months, the skin needs foundation that adds moisture and provides a smooth radiant finish.
Do go for the glow
Many women love a matte finish foundation. However, unless you have an oily complexion matte foundations can draw attention to those pesky imperfections that we like to cover up. Another rule of thumb when picking the perfect foundation, tinted moisturizer, or BB Cream; choose a complexion product that adds radiance to the skin. Remember… Radiance = Younger-Looking Skin.
Favorite must haves
If you like a light-weight finish, try Origins A Perfect World BB cream (available in 6 shades). Containing Silver Tip White Tea and SPF 15, this product offers you round the clock environmental protection. In addition, it gives you a dewy finish and 8 hours of flawless perfection. For a natural finish, apply 1 dot to the forehead and each cheek, and blend outward with your fingertips.
For those of you out there who feel like you need more coverage, I love the Armani Designer Lift foundation (available in 9 shades). It gives you coverage without looking heavy or cakey. As an added bonus, this will give you a mini-lift which will show off your cheekbones. For a flawless finish, apply to the center of the face and blend outward using a foundation brush.
Do brighten tired eyes
As a celebrity makeup artist, it is my job to make sure my clients are red-carpet ready at all times. One must-have for every woman is the Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat Concealer (available in 12 shades). With time saving ease, this concealer pen comes with a built-in brush which works great for the woman on the go. Providing fatigue-fighting flawlessness, this highlighting concealer diminishes under eye dark circles and fine lines. As a result the eyes look brighter and more rested.
If you must…Do a Translucent loose powder
The worst mistake most women make is applying too much powder. I mentioned it previously but bears repeating…too much powder can make the skin look dry and dehydrated. If you like powder, set your makeup with the Yves Saint Laurent Semi-Loose Powder Natural Radiance (available in 6 shades). It contains a brightening pearl complex that perfects the skin’s tone and texture. The results…a light dusting of this light-reflecting powder creates an air-brushed finish to the skin.
From start to finish, you can achieve perfection and completion in 5 minutes.
Jason Garner 