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What are the beauty essentials that are worth investing the time, effort and expense in finding? We found out...
What goes into making a makeup It kit? The answer is surprisingly simple: 5 key rules.
We kid you not, nail the following magic five and everything else in your makeup regimes will just fall into place. We sought the help of makeup artist extraordinaire Lee Pycroft for a lesson in beauty school etiquette in order to nail the basics and create the best foundation for all our makeup aspirations.
Lee says: “This is an area of the face that is often neglected and makes such a significant difference when the shape, texture and colour complement the eye shape and skin tone of a person.”
Lee’s top makeup tips
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Tom Ford Brow Sculptor, £34 for its sharpener-free ease and its angled edge.
L’Oréal Paris Perfection Brow Artist Plumper, £5.99 for a subtle tint, volume and natural finish.
...and MAC 208 Angled Brow Brush, £16.50 for pin point precision teamed with Dipbrow Pomade, £15 should you have a preference for a tool and shadow combo.
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Lee says: “If dark spots are a problem, then an opaque concealer is a must. If under eye shadows are present, then often a cocktail of a light-reflecting concealer plus a more opaque one is required to erase them. Strategic placement of concealer whether it is covering a blemish, age spot or shadows will help target the problem more effectively and result in a more seamless finish.”
Lee’s top makeup tips
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For an opaque concealer that’s pint-sized but potent, try Amazing Cosmetics Amazing Concealer, £19.50 with Charlotte Tilbury the Retoucher, £25 on top to disguise dark circles.
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Lee says: “What brushes you buy will depend on preference and the looks being created, but a bit of careful consideration will help avoid making expensive mistakes.”
Lee’s top makeup tips
Lee says: “I have yet to meet a woman who doesn't benefit from using a khol eyeliner.”
Lee’s top makeup tips
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The colour payoff and intensity of Avon SuperShock Gel Eyeliner Pencil, £6 makes it our gel liner of choice.
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Lee says: “Never underestimate the impact of a set of corner lashes. They are easy to apply, look natural and give an instant lift to the eyes.”
Lee’s top makeup tips
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Try these Shu Uemura Black Flared Layer Eyelashes, £23.50 on for size to add subtle but noticeable volume to your flutter.
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