SS ’19 beauty report Runway-inspired makeup looks to grab attention
Makeup made a statement this season, with looks that battled for attention on and o the runway.
BRONZED BEAUTY
Turn up the heat with skin that evokes a beachside vacation. Keeping the look sun-kissed and radiant, makeupartistsuppedthebronzerandworkedwith a palette of sunset shades. “If you’re in an escapist mood, face colours can be the perfect tool to show how you feel,” said makeup artist Peter Philips.
TRY Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Multi-Purpose Dry Oil R385; YSL Touche Éclat Shimmer Stick in Light Gold R620
THINK PINK
Pink in every shade and every texture was the colour to beat. Worn glossy on lips to powdered across the eyes, it was used to accentuate natural beauty in a sophisticated way.
TRY Palladio I’m Blushing! 2-In-1 Cheek and Lip Tint in Precious R95
CRAYON BOX
Every colour of the rainbow had its moment this season. “It’s about wearing these shades in less of an eccentric way, more of a real way,” explained makeup artist Isamaya Ffrench.
TRY Essence Eyeliner Pen Longlasting in Pink R54.95; Chanel Stylo Yeux Waterproof Eyeliner in Jungle Green R650
THE MODERN CAT EYE
Eyeliners at the ready – the cat eye is going nowhere. From broken liner at Rochas to an aquamarine shade at Versace, every texture and colour was used. The only requirement? A bold sweep upwards.
TRY Catrice Eye’Matic Dip Liner in Deep Black R59.95
GO BIG
Yes, some designers looked to nude nails or a simple sweep of red, but the real artistry arrived with manicurists reaching new lengths. Working with daring colours and graphic designs, nails proved to be a mini canvas to showcase personality.
TRY Mavala Nail Colour in Cyber Chic Silver R87; Mavala Nail Colour in Natural R87
BROWS GO BOLD
Get ready for a few weeks of growing pains, but don’t worry, that trying phase while bung out your brows will be worth it.
TRY Urban Decay Brow Blade Ink Stain + Waterproof Pencil R355; RVB Lab The Makeup Volumizing Eyebrow Fixer in 03 R385
WELL OILED
Use a hair oil overnight as
a treatment, pre-styling to protect or run through
hair for added shine. Add a spritz of rose hair mist to finish. TRY Moroccanoil Treatment The
Original R565
SHINE ON
Invest in formulas that shimmer, glow and give o a glossy finish. An evolution from last season’s glitter trend, this is all about wearability and highlighting specific areas of the face or nails.
PASTEL PUNK
It wasn’t the season to shy away from colour, not even when it came to hair. “The names of the hair colours told the story. Lavender, army green, dove grey, peach, shell, blush, water blue, silver-green, coral, pale primrose, pale mole, onyx black,” said hair colourist Josh Wood.
POST-FACIAL SKIN
No more leaving the dermo’s oce wearing sunglasses and a hat: a post-facial glow is the ultimate skincare trend. On days o, use products that boost hydration and leave a dewy look.
TRY Benefit Instant Comeback Facial
Serum R695; Nimue
Glyco Mask R269