WHAT I WEAR
The designer creates wearable tinsel art (see @imakestagram), but her self-care routine is far from glitzy
A tinsel artist talks signature scents and tricky fringes.
“My dyed auburn hair can be prone to dryness. This shampoo is a miracle worker on split ends!” 1. K Reflection Bain Chromatique, $40,
KÉRASTASE, kerastase.com.au
“The shape of this eyeliner applicator means I can easily achieve a winged eye. It’s runproof and super long-lasting.” 2. They’re Real! Push-up Liner, $39,
BENEFIT, benefitcosmetics.com
“My skin can be sensitive and prone to breakouts, and for years I’ve experimented with different products to help. I’ve finally settled on three by Grown Alchemist. ” 3. Polishing Facial Exfoliant: Pink Grapefruit & Glucomannan Extract, $60, Hydra-restore Cream Cleanser: Olive Leaf & Plantago Extract, $49, Hydra-repair Day Cream: Camellia & Geranium Blossom, $55, all GROWN ALCHEMIST, mecca.com.au
“A friend recommended this. It’s so good on trouble spots.” 4. Drying Lotion, $24, MARIO
BADESCU SKIN CARE, mecca.com.au
“I love this compact for setting my foundation and helping me achieve a matt finish.” 5. Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation,
$54, M.A.C, maccosmetics.com.au
“I bought Flowerhead for my wedding day and now it’s all I wear. I love the idea of having a signature scent. ” 6. Flowerhead EDP, $275 for 100ml,
BYREDO, mecca.com.au
“Growing up, I was strictly a red lippy girl. But now I’m a total sucker for a babypink pout. I believe beauty comes from individuality and self-expression and I find beauty in the idiosyncrasies of myself and others. It’s not about sameness or one idea of beauty.” 7. Retro Matte Lipstick in Steady Going,
$36, M.A.C, maccosmetics.com.au
“After one winter punctuated by many a cold and flu, as well as cracked lips, I have come to rely on this balm. It’s simple but effective!” 8. Intensive Repair Lip Balm SPF15,
$5.95, BLISTEX, 1800 653 37
“Hourglass makes, handsdown, the best foundation I’ve ever used. Combined with this brush, it works a treat evening out skin tone.” 9. Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation
Brush, $67, HOURGLASS, mecca.com.au
“When my skin needs some extra attention, I add this cleansing oil into the mix. A friend left it on my doorstep after a trip where I complained non-stop about my troubled skin. It’s been my go-to ever since.” 10. Argan Cleansing Oil, $46,
JOSIE MARAN, mecca.com.au
“I apply this primer before foundation when my skin is looking a little red.” 11. Redness Relief Primer SPF15, $72,
DERMALOGICA, dermalogica.com.au
“I love a bold brow and this palette keeps mine tidy and tamed all year round. ” 12. Brow Zings Eyebrow Shaping Kit,
$55, BENEFIT, benefitcosmetics.com
“When I got a full fringe cut last year, I knew I needed the best possible tool to keep it in place and looking its best. Believe the hype! This has now become one of my most prized possessions.” Supersonic Hair Dryer, $499, DYSON,
dyson.com.au (not pictured)