IN MY (SUPER-NATURAL SKIN) KIT:
The go-to pro of the most glittering golden girls (such as Chrissy Teigen, Jennifer Lopez and the Kardashian clan), La Mer global makeup artist and skincare artistry ambassador Mary Phillips has the whole glow thing on lock “I’ve learnt that eating right on long days is everything. I love fresh juices (my favourite place is Kreation in LA), green tea and nuts to maintain energy, rather than a spike then a crash.” 1. Almonds, $4 for 150g,
WOOLWORTHS, woolworths.com.au 9. Pure Green Tea, $2.70 for 10 bags, TWININGS, woolworths.com.au
“My assistant helps to keep my kit super organised so I can reach in quickly and grab what I need based on each look. We keep everything separated by brand and/or type of product, but we keep some ‘favourites’ bags, too, in order to be speedy.”
2. Clearly M.A.C Cube, $42, M.A.C, maccosmetics.com.au 12. Clearly M.A.C Rectangle, $42, M.A.C, maccosmetics.com.au “I make sure I start with fresh, clean skin – so it’s micellar water on cotton pads to remove any impurities.”
3. Cut Cotton, $4.50, MUJI,
muji.com/au “This is four great products in one and they look good on everyone – it gives the perfect natural glow, day or night.” 4. Glow Face Palette, $78, BECCA
X CHRISSY TEIGEN, sephora.com.au
“I’m big on making sure I get enough sleep, no matter what time zone I’m in, and this eye mask really does the trick with all my hectic travelling.” 5. Sleep Mask, $49.95, SLIP, slip.com.au
“I put it on top of foundation only in places where I want to take away shine, like the T-zone. Otherwise, I like skin to look healthy and glowing.” 6. The Sheer Pressed Powder, $175,
LA MER, cremedelamer.com.au
“These lip pencils come in so many versatile colours so I only have to carry a few for all kinds of skin tones. I just dab them on, blend with my fingers and go. Sometimes fingers are better than a brush.” 7. #Babeboss Faves Box, $91 for six,
NUDESTIX, sephora.com.au
“I find this formula to be a miracle. It helps to keep skin soothed and hydrated, and is so weightless. It makes you smooth but looks natural.” 8. The Soft Fluid Long Wear
Foundation SPF 20, $200, LA MER, cremedelamer.com.au
“I keep spools of thread for hair-removal emergencies. I learnt threading years ago. Smooth skin always looks the best and, in a pinch, I can quickly take away a few stray hairs to make it flawless.” 10. Cotton thread, $2.99 each,
SCANFIL, lincraft.com.au “I always have multiples of this balm in my kit. I use them on myself, and my clients often steal them from me.” 11. The Lip Balm, $95, LA MER,
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“This moisturiser is a great starting point for any makeup look. It warms up on the skin and gives it a hydrated, healthy glow. My favourite tools are my hands – they’re perfect for warming products up and pressing them into the skin.” 13. Crème De La Mer, $445, LA MER,
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“I love the light crispness of this scent – I reapply a few times a day. I’m not a major perfume girl, so this is subtle and perfect.” 14. Nirvana Rose Rollerball, $28 for
10ml, ELIZABETH AND JAMES, sephora.com.au