Whether you are looking to spice up your daily beauty routine or tips to add some glamor to your style for an upcoming special event, the Hollywood red carpet is your best source for trends and inspiration.
Fortunately, many of today’s hottest looks are easy to make at home. Celebrity makeup artist Matin Maulawizada has tips to help you recreate your favourite red carpet looks in less time than you think.
Shine with toner
Celebrities all the time seem to have a special “glow” on the red carpet with fresh, dewy skin. This effect is intentional and it all starts with proper hydration.
To get glowing skin, Matin starts by spraying her face with toner or rose water to balance the skin. She loves pairing this radiant look with dramatic eyes and soft pink lips.
Apply foundation
Get flawless skin thanks to a perfectly blended foundation. For better application, Matin’s quick tip is to all the time warm up foundation first.
“To get a light wash of foundation, I warm the foundation in my hands before distributing it evenly on the brush and then I wipe the excess off the back of my hand,” she says. “This helps it blend seamlessly into the skin.”
Prioritize lips
Whether you want nude lips or a bold hue, most of the time, all eyes are on the perfect pout. Before applying any product to your lips, it is vital to ensure it is prepped and smooth. Matin starts with ChapStick Total Hydration Conditioning Lip Scrub to gently exfoliate lips and remove dead skin cells.
“I love this scrub because it’s made with natural ingredients, including sugar crystals, maracuja and coconut oils, shea butter, and vitamin E,” she says. “It makes lips soft and smooth and turns them into the perfect canvas for other products I’ll be applying.”
Replace lip liner with concealer
Matin recommends contouring your lips with concealer rather than lip liner to add definition. Contouring around the lips creates a full, natural-looking pout. The bonus is that it prevents any color from running off, just like the liner does.
Bring out your natural beauty
Tinted lip balms are great for lovely and smooth lips. Matin’s choice is ChapStick Total Hydration Moisture + Tint as it adds a hint of color to enhance the natural color of the lips, while also providing the moisturizing benefits the lips need. It’s currently available in three colours – Rose Petal, Merlot and Coral Blush – so there is a color for each occasion.
“Tinted lip balm is perfect for creating naturally beautiful lips,” says Matin. “Not only does it give lips an alluring color, but it’s also easy to maintain all night long.”
Use softer shades for dramatic eyes
One of Matin’s favourite trends seen on the red carpet this year is the combination of thin lips and powerful eyes. This classic look is optimal for all ages as it brings out your true beauty while bringing focus to the eyes. Matin recommends using a lighter pencil to start and then smudging with a brush. You can use powder shadows to fill in spaces and add definition.
“For dramatic eyes, start with a more subdued color until you get the hang of it,” she says. “Use beige, taupe, or gray for a smoky effect that adds depth and drama.”
With these easy tips, anyone can recreate popular trends and add a touch of glamor to their everyday look. You may not walk the red carpet, but you are certainly noticed and feel lovely. For more information on Matin’s favourite lip products, visit www.chapstick.com.
