As a make up artist in Manchester it’s important that I’m always aware of up-coming make up trends, and with Spring just around the corner it’s great to see there are already some fantastic products available to help you achieve that post-winter glam.
I just love telling anyone that’ll listen what’s hot when it comes to cosmetics, so I’ve put together a few key Spring 2016 make up looks that I’ve seen on the cat walk and been using on my clients. I’ve also included a few product recommendations to suit every budget.
You don’t need a makeup bag bursting with products in spring.
This time two years ago, it was all about pastel shades, but this Spring the most important thing is creating a dewy flawless base. Less make up products are needed because you want your make up to look fresh and youthful, you can use less layers and thinner textures. Must haves are luminous foundations, layered lip textures and . Here’s my top 3 looks that all have different focuses and that are easy to recreate.
Spring make up look #1 – Layered Textured Lips
It’s time to get artistic using various lip products, matt lipstick are out and lip oils are in, many brands have bought out there own version however my favourite is YSL ‘Volupte Tint-In-Oil (£23.50) because it contains argan oil making them extremely hydrating, also the packaging is very girlie and eye catching. First dot a small amount of lipstick onto your lips and smudge it in with your finger, creating a long lasting stain. Place a dot of the lip oil in the centre of your mouth, this will make your lips look fuller and youthful.
There’s a shade for everyone, I always have 1 & 4 to hand.
Spring make up look #2 – Bronzed Skin
You can create the illusion that you have been on a two week holiday using the power of make up.
Chanel cat walk models make up emphasis was on perfectly bronzed skin, you can apply Daniel Sandler Water colour ‘Rivieria’ (£15.00) to contour your cheeks and apply across your forehead and nose for a naturally sun kissed glow. The creamy formula makes it easier to correct mistakes and its perfect if your skin has become drier in the winter months. The model’s skin was dewy and appeared flawless, to achieve this you could try Giorgio Armani ‘Luminous silk’ (£35.50) it’s oil free so won’t clog your pores and is a medium coverage foundation, to achieve a full coverage buff with a foundation brush.
Spring make up look #3 – Metallic Blue and Green Eyes
Blue eye shadow complements brown and hazel eyes beautifully.
Eyes were full impact on the Spring 2016 catwalks with metallic green and blue tones coming through to create a unique smoky eyes. You can create an amazing result using a cream eye shadow such as YSL ‘Full Metal’ eye shadow in ‘9 or 10’ (£21). The synthetic eye shadow brush is easy to use to apply it to your eye lids and along your lower lash line, add a lighter shade in the corner of your eye to brighten your eye. If you like a matt make up base, a popular one is ‘Dior skin Forever fusion fluid (£32). As this make up look focuses on the eyes, I’d recommend a nude lip gloss, which won’t distract from them.
Spring is a fantastic time to throw away any products that you haven’t used for years or that are past there sell by date, as a general rule you should change your mascara every 6 months, foundations after one year and eye shadows can be kept for up to two years. There are many more makeup trends and tips available online at Vogue Beauty.
By Emmalene Sophia
Emmalene is a professional makeup artist based in Didsbury, South Manchester. She provides makeup for brides, wedding guests, TV, photoshoots and special occasions, you can find her at Google+, Twitter or Facebook. To book Emmalene, click here.
