WRITTEN BY Lesley Holland Downey I love doing my own makeup—it’s relaxing—and a little “me time” in the midst of a busy day is always a treat, but I realize that many people don’t feel this way at all. When faced with a big day, a black tie event or gala, a wedding or being photographed, many people just want to hand it over to a professional. Even choosing products for everyday wear can cause “analysis paralysis”—there are simply too many choices out there for most people to navigate. Thank …
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What I’m Loving for Summer
WRITTEN BY Lesley Holland Downey Charlotte Tilbury Rock ’N’ Kohl Eyeliner Pencil in Bedroom Black This is the blackest, creamiest liner ever. Use it to tightline your upper lid for an easy, faux-smoky summer look. Laura Mercier Caviar Chrome Veil Liquid Eye Shadow in Night Sky I’m a huge fan of Laura Mercier’s Caviar Sticks—this is a new super sheer formula that’s melt-proof for summer. Wander Beauty Mile High Club Mascara Stays put in summer humidity (without being waterproof …
Concealer 101
WRITTEN BY Lesley Holland Downey Concealer is at the heart of my holy grail hunt for perfection—and it’s what I get the most questions about. After all, the right concealer can make you look more well-rested, hide a blemish, even your skin tone and add brightness to your face. Concealer, according to Bobbi Brown, is “the secret to the universe,” and I fully subscribe to that philosophy, but with some caveats. You must choose carefully based on what you are using it for, how you are applying it …
Meet Kirsten Kjaer Weis at the Neiman Marcus Beauty Event in Charlotte
Written by Lesley Holland Downey Ever wanted to “green” your beauty routine but hated to give up your favorite products—the ones that you count on and feel happy using? I had the nicest conversation with Kirsten Kjaer Weis, who created a makeup line to fill just that need—what she saw as a gap in the marketplace—and there are no compromises in the end product. …
