makeup

From the glowy foundation I wear every day to pretty lipstick colours that are on constant rotation, Chanel is a brand that is heavily stocked in my beauty drawer. Over the years, I’ve discovered plenty of products by trying them at the beauty counter, getting recommendations from friends, or test-driving the new Chanel launches that have everyone talking. For the most in-the-know recommendations in the game, though, I’m turning to Chanel makeup artists who work with the biggest A-list talent and know the best of the best. After all, they have access to everything in the Chanel beauty world and know exactly which products translate on the red carpet. To find out which buzzy products deserve your attention and a spot in your beauty bag, I spoke with Nina Park, Pati Dubroff, a...

  Because of this versatility, I now have a rainbow of colours in my eyeshadow collection. And while I experiment a lot, there are a few hues that I always come back to, all of which fall into the metallic, shimmery spectrum. And Adenuga agrees, with metallic browns and bronze colours being the shades she reaches for most in her kit bag when working with brown-eyed beauties. But if you fancy something different and want a fun, bright-eyed look both Adenuga and beauty guru Huda Kattan state that purples and blues are the standout shades. “Jewel-toned shadow shades like purple and blue are the absolute best undertones to bring out the best in brown eyes. They complement and enhance brown eyes beautifully!” says Kattan.    All this info, and experience, means I f...

  Because of this versatility, I now have a rainbow of colours in my eyeshadow collection. And while I experiment a lot, there are a few hues that I always come back to, all of which fall into the metallic, shimmery spectrum. And Adenuga agrees, with metallic browns and bronze colours being the shades she reaches for most in her kit bag when working with brown-eyed beauties. But if you fancy something different and want a fun, bright-eyed look both Adenuga and beauty guru Huda Kattan state that purples and blues are the standout shades. “Jewel-toned shadow shades like purple and blue are the absolute best undertones to bring out the best in brown eyes. They complement and enhance brown eyes beautifully!” says Kattan.    All this info, and experience, means I f...

Second, let’s address the shade offering. With a very impressive 30 shades, it’s safe to say that Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint is one of the more shade-diverse skin tints out there. While other brands opt for a more restricted, “stretchable,” shade offering, Ilia’s plentiful shade offering rivals some top foundation brands. However (and sadly there is a however), it’s worth noting that Sephora’s current shade offering is limited, with 17 of the 30 shades unavailable—and one of my beauty-editor pals struggled to find a shade that works for her olive skin tone. “I couldn’t find a shade in Sephora at all. There’s quite a big jump between each one in the olive-mid brown section,” she said. It’s also worth...

“Cream foundations tend to be a little richer, more nourishing, with a little extra coverage,” says RMS Beauty founder and celebrity makeup artist Rose-Marie Swift. It’s this richness that makes cream formulas especially beneficial for dry skin types. The rich, buttery formulas are often packed with powerful hydrators like hyaluronic acid and glycerin. According to Ellis, they’re also great for problematic or redness-prone skin that requires coverage strong enough to cancel out redness. “Their moisturising textures help to cushion and even out the complexion in a more natural way,” she adds. If your skin is more on the oily side, however, then cream foundations might not be the best option for you, since you probably don’t need the added moisture. Instead, look for powd...

I am no makeup whizz, trust me. I can’t do winged liner (despite years of trying), I have no idea how to contour like people on TikTok do, and any attempt at lining my lips is guaranteed to end badly. Truthfully, my lack of artistic ability is probably the reason I like to keep my makeup natural-looking and as quick and easy a possible.  There is, however, one makeup technique I consider myself a master at, and that’s my ability to brighten up my constantly tired eyes. My incessant dark circles, puffy eyes and persistent under-eye bags mean that I’ve become somewhat of an expert in disguising tired eyes. I have absorbed every tip and trick that I have received throughout my eights years as a beauty journalist fro...

Even though my arsenal of brow products might not be as “exciting” as other makeup staples in my routine—like my stack of glitter eye shadows, for instance—I can’t imagine doing a full face of makeup without one of my favourite trusted brow pencils (followed by a quick swipe of brow gel, duh). I’m a self-proclaimed minimalist when it comes to my arches, and I personally prefer a pencil when it comes to adding a hint of “oomph” and definition to my brows. I definitely don’t have Cara Delevingne–caliber brows by any means, but most of my friends and family members do, by now, ask me for recommendations when it comes to the best tools. And nine times out of 10, I point them to waterproof eyebrow pencils, as I’ve found them to have...

The French do things very well. Whether it is French hair, fragrance or wine, the French have it down to a T. In fact, at Who What Wear, we’re a little bit obsessed with French beauty. Taking care of your appearance, and the skin in particular, is ingrained in French culture. That’s why you can walk into a pharmacy in France and the pharmacist will be able to help you address skincare needs more so than here in the UK.  Then of course, there is French makeup. French women have nailed that effortless look, while still looking pulled together. Think minimal foundation—more likely a dab of concealer here and there—paired with a bright red lipstick. It is this pairing of minimalist and maximalist that compliments the entire makeup mood. Speaking of lip...

“Soft sculpting is the everyday alternative to traditional contouring,” says Sara Wren, director of Artistry at Milk Makeup. “Soft sculpting isn’t about changing the shape of your face, but enhancing your natural bone structure to complement your face shape,” Wren explains. This subtle take on contouring is best achieved by using creamy formulas that blend seamlessly into the skin.  To achieve this natural-looking effect, Wren likes using concealer rather than a traditional contour stick or bronzing powder. “Try using a cream concealer one to two shades deeper than the shade you wear, swipe it under [your] cheekbones from the corner of the eye upwards to the temple and along the jawline as a beginner’s soft sculpt,” she says. “I like to use the sponge or brush that I applied...

And while I hate for my foundation (when I opt for it) to be heavy-duty or full-coverage, I firmly believe that all good concealers should be exactly that. I want my concealer to hide whatever I want it to hide, but I also like it to have a skin-like finish, avoid creasing and be easy to apply. That’s not so much to ask, is it? Turns out it really is. In fact, I’ve tried every concealer that has ever come my way as a beauty editor (of which there have been hundreds), and I can safely say there are only 11 full-coverage concealer formulas that I feel confident enough to recommend to those with intense dark circles and uneven skin tone like myself. So to prove to you just how good these concealers are, I’ve snapped myself in every single one—no prim...

Halloween season is upon us, which means one thing: We’ve been busy hunting down the best Halloween makeup ideas as we plan our looks for 2022. We’re already thinking about our Halloween nails, but now it’s time to start considering the rest of our looks. Halloween is the perfect time to experiment with your makeup and try something that usually wouldn’t fly day-to-day. Whether you want to go scary, spooky or chic, there are so many Halloween beauty looks to try. So if you’re looking for something a little different from the usual drawn-on black cat whiskers, we’ve got you covered ahead. We’ve rounded up the best celebrity Halloween makeup looks from this season’s runways as well as the best Halloween looks from influencer...

Halloween season is upon us, which means one thing: We’ve been busy hunting down the best Halloween makeup ideas as we plan our looks for 2022. We’re already thinking about our Halloween nails, but now it’s time to start considering the rest of our looks. Halloween is the perfect time to experiment with your makeup and try something that usually wouldn’t fly day-to-day. Whether you want to go scary, spooky or chic, there are so many Halloween beauty looks to try. So if you’re looking for something a little different from the usual drawn-on black cat whiskers, we’ve got you covered ahead. We’ve rounded up the best celebrity Halloween makeup looks from this season’s runways as well as the best Halloween looks from influencer...