Makeup Features on Get The Gloss
Read our columnists as they try and test the latest makeup trends and products, get the most sought-after advice from our expert makeup artists such as Mary Greenwell and Kay Montano, and see what's happening in the makeup industry
Makeup
To buy for: the influencer-led makeup brand that's not just for teens
1 day ago
Sarah Vine delves into the inviting world of Il Makiage >>>
Makeup
Video: Ruby Hammer shows us how to do jewel-tone makeup in 7-minutes
May 23rd 2020
The global makeup artist shows us how to get ready in 7 minutes with zero flapping >>>
Beauty
The irrepressible joy of glitter eyeshadow at any age
May 22nd 2020
Who says older women can't wear glitter? Today's clever formulations mean you never need step away from the sparkles. Beauty editor Jane Druker, 53, leads the way >>>
Beauty
Glossy picks: The new arrivals we love this week
May 7th 2020
We've been waiting a long time for some of these hotly tipped launches >>>
Beauty
Sarah Vine: beauty classics I've rediscovered in lockdown
May 1st 2020
Tidying as a distraction from worrying has brought a timeless eye palette, a perfect black eyeliner and a failsafe foundation back into Sarah Vine's life >>>
Sense and Sensitivity
The best non-toxic nail polishes for sensitive skin
April 30th 2020
These free-from and natural nail varnishes are both good for sensitive skin and kinder to the planet >>>
Beauty
Nicola Bonn's not quite so beautiful life
April 28th 2020
In her new column, the beauty podcaster describes the challenges of working from home, homeschooling two young children and not locking the bathroom door. From period dramas to life-saving beauty tools, it's all here >>>
Makeup
Mary Greenwell's favourite luxury foundations for all your coverage needs
April 23rd 2020
We took to Instagram Live with Mary Greenwell to discuss all things base - from the best the foundation for mature skin to the most natural light finish – and the one to sell your granny for >>>
Eco
Can you recycle nail polish bottles?
April 22nd 2020
How do you dispose of all those half-used nail varnishes in your bathroom - and what happens to those millions of salon empties? We found out >>>
Beauty
10 fake tan tips everyone needs to know
April 15th 2020
From pre-tan prep to finding your perfect formulation, here's your expert's guide for creating a gorgeous faux glow and how to apply fake tan properly >>>
Beauty
How to clean your makeup brushes
April 14th 2020
Come clean - how often do you wash yours? Here are the best ways to clean makeup brushes and tools and shower them in the ultimate TLC… >>>
Makeup
Mary Greenwell’s favourite buys for eyes
April 13th 2020
We sat down with Mary Greenwell (over Instagram) to talk all about eyes - from the creams, eyeshadow palettes, liners and concealers she has her kit to weaning Princess Diana's off her heavy blue eyeliner >>>
Makeup
How to wear pastel makeup and not look like you’re in primary school
April 9th 2020
Pastel makeup has always seemed a bit twee but could 2020 be the year it becomes cool? >>>
Skin
How to stop alcohol from wrecking your skin
April 8th 2020
Drinking more at home now we can't go out on the town? Here’s the ‘need to know’ on how alcohol affects your skin, and how you can minimise the damage >>>
The Makeup Maniac
Your post-eyelash extension rehab plan
April 1st 2020
During this enforced break from the lash bar, we’ve got coping strategies for you. From how to deal with brittle, stubby eyelashes to primers and mascaras to ‘grow your own’, extension addicts pay attention… >>>
Makeup
The best skin tints to suit every complexion
March 27th 2020
Who needs full coverage when you're barely leaving the house? Instead we're reaching for lighter bases that enhance skin glow rather than masking every imperfection. Here's our edit of the best tinted creams and sheer, lightweight foundations >>>
Beauty
What does cruelty-free actually mean?
March 17th 2020
Finding beauty that is cruelty-free isn't a simple as looking for a bunny logo on your skincare - we decode how to tell if your product has been tested on animals once and for all >>>
Careers
How this beauty expert got hooked on TikTok
March 6th 2020
Beauty industry pro Jo Jones reveals how at 43-years-old she's become addicted to micro-vlogging site TikTok - and explains why beauty brands need to get on board >>>
Beauty
10 supersize beauty products we can’t get enough of
March 6th 2020
Forget cutesy miniatures - these are the mega sized skin, hair and body products to make room for on your bathroom shelf (failing that, put up a new one). Here’s what we’re maxing out on >>>
Review
The best liquid eyeliners to buy in 2020
February 20th 2020
Feline flicks never go out of style - here are the liquid eyeliners to make sure your eye makeup always looks on point no matter your budget >>>
Skin
Are you suffering from retinol lips?
February 15th 2020
Dry, chapped lips? It’s probably your retinol’s fault. Here’s how to combat the annoying side effect of the retinoid family >>>
Makeup
Video: How to do date night makeup that lasts
February 14th 2020
It’s one of the questions that makeup artist Cher Webb is asked most – how to make an impact on a date without looking like you’ve tried? Here are the products and tricks to create a look that lasts – even if your date doesn't >>>
Beauty
Alicia Burke: "Growing up, you weren't beautiful if you didn't straighten your hair"
February 14th 2020
Aged 25, the model and face of Tom Ford Beauty took the bold step of embracing her natural hair and has never felt more beautiful. She explains why she stepped away from restrictive beauty norms - and gives us a peek inside her bathroom cabinet >>>
Beauty
Beauty Shopaholic: what this fitness influencer spends her money on
February 11th 2020
With over 1 million followers on YouTube, PT Lucy Wyndham-Read is best known for her 7-minute workouts. But she's something of a beauty buff too. Here she shares what she spends her money on >>>
Makeup
Video: MUA Ashley's Edit takes on the 7-minute makeup challenge - and absolutely kills it
February 9th 2020
Could this be our best Get The Gloss in 7 challenge so far? We think so... >>>
