New techniques, innovative formulas, and artistry in the real world and on film were Peachy Beauty Editor Lesley Downey’s inspiration this spring. Moments ranging from Wuthering Heights’ flushed cheeks to an Olympian’s gold medal joy provided a wake-up from the winter doldrums. See what made Lesley’s list and shop now!
WRITTEN BY Lesley Holland Downey
New techniques, innovative formulas, and artistry in the real world and on film were my inspiration this spring. Moments ranging from Wuthering Heights’ flushed cheeks to an Olympian’s gold medal joy provided a wake-up from the winter doldrums. Combined with that vision, prepping skin for being outdoors more this season means protecting your complexion from sun damage and addressing skin texture on your body.
LISA ELDRIDGE EYESHADOW PALETTE
One of my favorite makeup artists created the dreamiest line of makeup that features palettes that go beyond your basic neutrals for spring. Buttery soft textures blend with minimal effort— using either a finger or brush for application.
HUNG VANNGO COLOR STORY EYESHADOW PALETTE
If color is not your thing, this neutral workhorse palette is from another makeup artist’s eponymous line.
N°1 DE CHANEL LIP AND CHEEK BALM
This swoon-worthy blush is the one used on Margot Robbie in Wuthering Heights— turns out reddish blush looks good on mere mortals as well by mimicking a natural flush.
VICTORIA BECKHAM SATIN KAJAL LINER
These smooth pencils glide on with ease and can be smudged out—beautiful on their own or with shadows.
OSEA DREAM BIO-RETINOL SERUM
Body care gets a serious upgrade with anti-aging retinol to smooth texture and build collagen over time—bonus for the lavender essential oil to encourage deep sleep.
FENTY BEAUTY FINE LINEZ PRECISION GEL EYELINER
The technique of tightening your eyes — using creamy liner under the lash line — creates subtle definition which is especially great for mature or hooded eyes. This pencil’s initial creaminess makes it easy to apply—but then it sets for all day wear.
SAPELO SKIN CARE VITAMIN C SKIN ACTIVATOR
With four forms of vitamin C and a pigment inhibitor, this amazing serum both protects the skin from environmental damage and attacks melanin while supporting increased collagen.
RHODE CONTOURING LIP SHAPER
The blurred lip popularized by Nina Park relies on this tool to create the perfectly undone but enhanced lip. These shapers offer the perfect shadow to create a more dimensional effect.
RARE BEAUTY SOFT PINCH TINTED LIP OIL
I couldn’t help but notice US figure skater Alyssa Liu’s move before the medal ceremony of reapplying her lip color. Beauty sleuths identified this oil-tostain product in “Delight”—aptly named for a gold medal moment.
VICTORIA BECKHAM PORTOFINO ’97 GOLDEN SHIMMER BODY OIL
Envelop yourself in this heavenly scented oil that adds glow and hydration. Can be used alone or mixed with your favorite body lotion.
EIGHTH DAY THE REJUVENATING MOISTURIZING PRIMER BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 30
This sunscreen/skincare hybrid feels really comfortable on the skin while providing serious physical SPF with no white cast or greasy feel.
DIPTYQUE LA DROGUERIE CANDLE
The perfect hostess gift for those who love to cook—delicately removes odor without an overpowering scent.
