THE SMART SLACKER’S GUIDE TO BEAUTY Want to look like you’ve made an effort but can’t be bothered to, er, make the effort? We get it
It’s nice to feel nice. It’s also nice to mooch around all day refreshing Instagram and watching entire Netflix series in one go. Here’s how to make yourself look presentable without raising your heart rate…
SIMPLE SMOKE
“Want a smoky eye in half the time? Paint the eyelid from lash to socket line with a creamy kohl pencil, then soften the edges with a blending brush. Press a loose, shimmery shadow over the top and finish with mascara. Leave the lips undone for an effortless look.” Pablo Rodriguez, Illamasqua Director Of Artistry
CAMERA READY
“Oily skin but no time for touch-ups? Always use a mattifying primer over your T-zone (the area that picks up a camera flash when shiny). This way you can avoid having to reapply powder throughout the evening, which will leave you looking cakey by last orders.” Caroline Barnes, Max Factor UK Make-Up Artist
THE FULL FACE
“All you need to look ‘done’ is glowing skin, a strong brow and a red lip. Mix a liquid highlighter with your foundation for an all-over glow, and use a fine pencil to create hair-like strokes through the brow, adding volume with a fibre gel. Finally, reach for a matte-red lipstick – you could even blend a little into your cheeks, too.” Lisa Potter-Dixon, Head Make-up Artist For Benefit Cosmetics
CREAMY COMPLEXION
“Cream textures are great for on-the-go application. For a healthy-looking flush, smile and stamp a thumbprint of cream blush on the highest part of the cheek. You’ll look like Coco The Clown for a second, but then you can use your thumb to blend it out at the edges.” Jillian Dempsey, Hollywood Make-up Artist
Make-up Maximum glamour, zero effort We asked the glam squad to reveal their secrets