Experts Weigh in on Summer 08's Make-up Trends

Makeup is a virtue when correctly used, otherwise it can lead to a range of skin problems that could include dryness, blotchiness and premature aging of the skin. We asked skin experts to help you make the best use of your traincase without compromising on the health of your skin.

Fresh, healthy skin is a prerequisite to any makeup regime. To achieve this, a number of measures must be undertaken on a regular basis. Meeta Awatramani, Training Manager of Clarins India, agrees, “It is important to prepare your skin for makeup or it can lead to issues such as foundation buildup.” She also emphasizes that moisturizing is key, as is starting your regime with clean skin that has no free radicals.
Meeta recommends: Clarins HydraQuench Cream

Even as makeup and skincare have benefited from the advent of new and beneficial technology, the adage of “cleanse-tone-moisturize” still holds true, but with a slight difference. Nancy Woo, Regional Training Director, Shiseido, tells us how, “Instead of a toner, use a softener that provides the first layer of hydration before you actually use a moisturizer.” She also emphasizes on the fact that every woman must find the time to go for a professional facial at least once a month.
Nancy recommends: Shiseido The Skincare Hydro Nourishing Softener

Ideally, makeup must enhance your best features and diminish your flaws. However, certain other factors come into play as far as the application of makeup is concerned. Even as one is tempted to buy into every new trend in the market, it is important to put your skin before the trends. “Go for makeup that also has skincare benefits,” Nancy advises. Cream or emulsion foundation is kind to the skin and grants a smooth finish. When it comes to summer, a foundation that has an SPF of at least 30 is desirable.
Nancy recommends: Shiseido Extra Smooth Sun Protection Lotion SPF 33 PA++

But as far as trends go this season, it’s all about experimentation. It heralds the return of a vintage-meets-fun 70s look. “Contrasting colors are in, as well as bright, effervescent tones,” she says. Vimi Joshi, Senior Artist, M.A.C speaks of a new trend, “Try using a kohl pencil in deep blue instead of black for a stunning effect.”
Vimi recommends: M.A.C Eye Kohl in Blooz

After a long day of work, or an endless night of partying, many women tend to hit the sack without removing their makeup. Nancy sounds the warning bell, “Women in their twenties are under a lot of stress—they’re at the beginning of their careers and lead a hectic life. It is important for them to correctly remove their makeup and also continually boost the vitality of their skin.”
Nancy recommends: Shiseido Pureness Refreshing Cleansing Sheets Oil-Free Alcohol-Free

Since the skin surrounding the eyes is more delicate, it is important to use a remover that is specifically designed for eye makeup.” She also advises using a serum or essence overnight. Vimi stresses on hydration, “If you spritz your face regularly, then just a hint of concealer and lip gloss can make you appear flawless.” Thus, the correct usage and skillful application of makeup can not only lend to a more beautiful appearance but also leave your skin glowing and healthy. So if you remember to follow the simple rules of preparation, application and removal, your skin will thank you for years to come.
Vimi recommends: M.A.C Fix +, M.A.C Select Moisturecover, M.A.C Tinted Lipglass

Color Palettes for the season

• For dusky skin: Be liberal with gold, especially with tones of orange and experiment with the vibrant green. Avoid silver, white and peach.
  Recs: M.A.C Eye Shadow in Amber Lights and Goldmine
  
  
• For wheatish skin: Experiment with shades of coral and rose pink. Since orange is the color of the season, go for makeup with peach undertones and a touch of kohl.
  Recs: M.A.C Eye Shadow in Sushi Flower and Sweet Lust
  
  
• For fair skin: A whole range of pinks—from baby pinks to bolder shades of fuchsia make a virtue of your complexion. Lilac is also a good color for you to try out this season.
  Recs: M.A.C Eye Shadow in Swish, Pink Venus, Post Haste, Beautiful Iris
  

It's all about the eyes this season
Those with deep set eyes should opt for vibrant colors or shimmery pinks and peaches (M.A.C Eye Shadows in Da Bling, Samoa Silk, Passionate) . If you have small eyes, enhance them with greens and golds adding a darker color at the crease to create the illusion of bigger eyes (M.A.C Eye Shadows in Humid, Goldmine, Gorgeous Gold). The light complexioned can lightly line their eyes with a light pink eye pencil for a fresh, wide-eyed look. (M.A.C Dual Edge Eye Pencil in Nighthawk/Frontrow)

Make-up Trend: Hot Pink

Non-matchy pink shadow and hot pink lip gloss, with gold shadow on eyes' inner corners. This really opens the eyes and really pinks flatter all skin tones, and anyone can pull them off.

Make-up Trend: Matte Skin

When it comes to a shiny T-zone, powder is a girl's best friend. But during the dog days of summer, humidity can turn any makeup sticky in minutes. Get matte skin like Vidya Malwade by soaking up oil on the surface of your skin with blotting sheets.

Dab, don't drag! To keep your makeup in place (who wants blush on their chin?), press oil-absorbing sheets onto the surface of your face and pull up.

Rec: Shiseido Pureness Oil-Control Blotting Paper

Vogue India Speaks to Vimi Joshi

Vimi Joshi, senior make-up artist, M.A.C Middle East and India shares summer make-up trends, the art of adapting runway make-up into your personal style, and contouring techniques.

On Summer Trends
Trends like beautifully contoured skin, gray smoky eyes, colorful eyes and lips, lighting and brightening make-up and fleshy metallic tones look great on desi women. This season is all about playing with textures and colors. Orange is a huge color for next season and it looks fabulous on Indian skin tones!
Vimi recommends: M.A.C Smut Eye Shadow, M.A.C Rule Eye Shadow

On adapting trends from runway to everyday
The best way to use runway trends in your make-up regime is to take elements of the make-up you really like and adapt it into your own personal style. You could admire a strong smoky eyes look with a red lip during the shows, but you can simply take the smoky eyes aspect of the look and add a pink glossy lip to it instead; or you could just go for the strong red lip.
Vimi recommends: M.A.C Lipstick in Russian Red, M.A.C Lipglass in Viva Glam VI SE

On the right technique to contour
The best way to contour is to go with a foundation shade that is two shades darker than your skin tone. You can start by contouring in your cheek bones and then blending in the same shade of foundation around your jaw line, temples and into your hair line. This will frame your face and add dimension to your skin.
Vimi recommends: M.A.C Studio Stick in NW55

Make-up Trend: Gilded Bronze Eye Shadow

Bronzey-gold eyes are "quite aggressive, but neutral". The effect is soft and ethereal with opaque bronze eyeliner and a sheer gold shadow.

• For Fair Skin: Stýli-Style Line & Seal in Bronze (1) and Senna Metallic Eye Color in Filigree (2).
• For Medium Skin: M.A.C Paint Pot in Cash Flow (3) and Revlon ColorStay Eyeliner in Cocoa (4).
• For Dark Skin: Redpoint StayPut Eyeliner in Conga (5) and The Body Shop Shimmer Cubes in Palette 15 (6).

Make-up Breakdowns of Mumtaz Mahal and Jodhaa Bai

Mumtaz Mahal: Classic Reign

Shah Jahan’s beloved Arjumand Banu Begum alias Mumtaz Mahal inspired the iconic Taj Mahal and was arguably the most beautiful queen of the Mughal era. We bring the modern-day Mumtaz to life with a look that accentuates the eyes with an extended eyeliner to create a striking ‘fish-shape’. Softly pretty pink lips and a peachy complexion complete the effect.

Moisturizer: M.A.C Studio Moisture Fix SPF 15 Lotion
Foundation: M.A.C Hyper Real SPF 15 Foundation
Blush: M.A.C Powder Blush in Pink Swoon
Mascara: L’Oréal Double Extension Mascara
Liner: M.A.C Fluidline in Blacktrack
Lip Liner: Chambor Lip Tattoo Liner in LT08
Lipstick: ColorBar Wedding Collection Lipstick in Berrylicious

Jodhaa Bai: Soft Enchantress

The feisty Rajput princess, believed to be Akbar’s wife, is said to have had a penchant for vibrant colors, gota and gold hues. Nothing would be more fitting for the current day Jodhaa more than shimmering gold eyes and soft, nearly nude glossy lips to compliment her elegant personality.

Moisturizer: M.A.C Studio Moisture Fix SPF 15 Lotion
Foundation: M.A.C Hyper Real SPF 15 Foundation
Cheeks: Guerlain Terracotta Bronzing Powder
Highlighter: Make Up For Ever Glitter in Gold 1
Mascara: L’Oréal Double Extension Mascara
Liner: M.A.C Fluidline in Blacktrack
Lipgloss: M.A.C Petit-Gloss in Glaze

Make-up Trend: Eyelash Stains

Think the only way to get lash definition is with thick coats of lengthening, plumping, intensifying formulas? Not so much. For a subtle daytime enhancement, turn to a low-drama lash tint—a liquid product that goes on like mascara and darkens lashes, but doesn't clump or smudge, so it gives a more natural look.

Karisma Kapoor amps up her light lashes with a dark tint; if your lashes are naturally dark, you can achieve the same effect as a tint by using a clear mascara.

Rec: Neutrogena Clean Lash Tint

Make-up Trend: Gold Eye Shadow

Bollywood's glitziest accessories aren't found at Amrapali or Jaisalmer. Stars like Lara Dutta are foregoing the real stuff for 24-carat bling on their lids, cheeks, lips everywhere1

Metallic shadows look most natural in cream formulation. Go for brown liner when you're planning to wear gold shadow—they're part of the same color family and blend together more seamlessly.

Rec: Laura Mercier Metallic Creme Eye Colour in Gold

Make-up Trend: Peach Lipstick

There's nothing sexier than warming up a suntan with a coat of fresh, peach lipstick. Olive-skin beauties like Bipasha Basu look best with coral tones, while fair-skin lovelies should go with pinkier hues.

Illuminate your face with a soft shimmery coral blush to complement the tone of your lips.

Rec: Clinique Color Surge Butter Shine Lipstick in Ambrosia

Make-up Trend: Brow Lift

Using a pale highlighter along the entire base of the brow gives you an instant brow lift. It really opens and brightens the eyes.

Like Katrina Kaif, use a pale pink or beige shade instead of white, which can look chalky. Drag the pencil under each brow and lightly blend with a finger.

Rec: M.A.C Eye Shadow in Femme-Fi

June 08, Verve's Editor Picks: Bright Eyeliners

1. Inglot Liquid Eyeliner in 27
   
   
2. Bourjois Metallic Eyeliner in Bleu Clinquant
   
   
3. Chambor Eye Definer in Gold
   
   
4. Biguine Makeup in Sublime Bronze
   
   
5. Lancôme Le Crayon Khôl in Le Bleu de Jim
   
   
6. Chanel Stylo Yeux Waterproof in Jade
   
   
7. M.A.C Heatherette Dual Edge Eye Pencil in Fab Orchid/Dash Lily
   
   
8. Shiseido The Makeup Eyeliner Pencil Duo in Electric Iris
   
   
9. Versace Comfort Eye Pencil in Burgundy
   
   
10. Bourjois Liner Clubbing in Violet Laser
    

Preliminary Information on "Manish Arora for M.A.C Cosmetics"

Manish Arora Spring '08

From Specktra:

"The Indian designer Manish Arora told us he is doing a collaboration with M.A.C as they always do the makeup for his shows. It will be coming out in September and feature 4 eye shadows, 2 lipsticks and 2 lipglasses? He showed us some still in production images and it looks amazing so far. Supposedly the packaging is Indian inspired as well!"

No images yet, but let's wait and watch. According to insiders this collection should be making it's debut in September 2008.

Amrita's Make-up Essentials

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Amrita's Make-up Essentials include:

• Primer: M.A.C Prep + Prime Face Protect SPF50
  Amrita says, "Most people overlook using a primer which is very important to hold any look together."
  
  
• ChapStick: Her favorite one? ChapStick Classic Original
  She says, "Without ChapStick the best lipstick won't work."
  
  
• Lip Liners: M.A.C Lip Pencils
  Amrita says, "They're great to enhance definition."
  
  
• Powder-based concealer: M.A.C Studio Fix
  She says, "She loves how they conceal yet let her true skin shine through, plus she's used this for the longest time!"
  

IIFA 2008: Pornpichit Khumnguen, M.A.C Senior Artist Shares the Bollywood Look This Year

M.A.C senior artist Pornpichit Khumnguen has noted changes on the green carpet, saying that young Indian stars may not follow the old school style of bold and beautiful Bollywood make-up.

"With the traditional make-up style, the complexion was very matte we used M.A.C Full Coverage Foundation, to the point that it looked powdery," he says. "The eyes were intensely defined with black and dark gray smoky eye make-up, we used M.A.C Carbon Eye Shadow and M.A.C Clue Eye Shadow and longer-than-normal brows were very much a trademark, for the brows we used M.A.C Brow Shader. Lips were also sharply defined and matte with a rich color lipstick, our favorites were M.A.C Mattene Lipsticks."

Today's Indian celebs might instead go for a more natural look, with a glowing complexion, alluring brown or light-gray smoky eyes, as well as glossy lips, we love M.A.C Tinted Lipglasses. Pornpichit, however, makes it clear that Indian ladies still believe in contouring and highlighting to emphasize facial features and bone structure, for that we used M.A.C Sculpt and Shape Powder. One beauty technique is to use different shades of M.A.C Studio Stick Foundation on different parts of the face - like cheeks and jawline - to provide a contouring effect.

"Contouring and highlighting give the face a deeper dimension and a photogenic advantage," says the Thai make-up artist, who will be busy backstage during this year's IIFA. M.A.C has been the official make-up sponsor of the IIFA since its first awards spectacular and its team of make-up artists has been behind the beautiful faces of Bipasha Basu, Vidya Balan and Sonam Kapoor.

Can Thai gals achieve the Bollywood look and brush shoulders with these stars? Pornpichit thinks so.

"It wouldn't require an extreme makeover to achieve the facial frame of Indians. But I think Thais can follow the Bollywood look very well by going for brown smoky eyes, dashed with black eyeliner, followed by a coat of black mascara. And to contrast the stunning eye make-up, use nude tones on lips."

"The Bollywood look is especially applicable to Thais with dark complexions," adds Pornpichit.

One common concern among many Thai and Indian ladies is darkening at the borders of the lips. Pornpichit's advice is instead of foundation, use M.A.C Spice Lip Pencil to shade the lips and even out the color before putting on lipstick. And a trick for a sexy pout is to put more lip gloss on the lower lip and leave one drop in the middle of both upper and lower lips to catch the spotlight.

LFW Part 6: Make-up Artists Tell Us How To Achieve Runway Looks

Arshiya Fakih

To complement Arshiya Fakih's modern silhouettes with Indian aesthetics, Cory Walia kept the look classic with a contemporary edge. "If the make-up and hair is loud, it shadows the collection as the attention is drawn away from the clothes," he explains. Here's how you can achieve the look:

• Use a gold highlighter and golden tinted moisturizer to add a touch of subtle glamour to your face but mute the gold patina to keep the clothes the main event.
  
  
• Smudge some M.A.C Smolder Eye Kohl on the eyes, add M.A.C Tan Pigment on your lids and extend it all the way to your brow bone. Apply M.A.C Fleur Power Blush to the apples of your cheeks. Dab a soft pinky-coral lipgloss (M.A.C Lychee Luxe Lipglass) on your lips, and you're done.

Make-up Trend: Halfsie Eye Liner

In an ideal world, we all seamlessly finish what we start. Well, we're off the hook when it comes to eye liner. By framing her eye with a thick black line on just the outer half of each eye, Celina Jaitley achieved a fresh-yet-exotic look.

To avoid a stark line of demarcation, start the line under each pupil using a freshly-sharpened pencil.

Rec: Mark Eyemarker Color On Line in Java

LFW Part 5: Make-up Artists Tell Us How To Achieve Runway Looks

Manish Arora

At Manish Arora the models looked like warrior princesses; here's how make-up artist Mickey Contractor achieved the look:

• Manish's models wore crystal head masks during the show, so Mickey focused on strong eye make-up.
  
  
• M.A.C Carbon Eye Shadow, M.A.C Gesso Eye Shadow, M.A.C Chrome Yellow Eye Shadow, M.A.C Freshwater Eye Shadow, M.A.C Espresso Eye Shadow and M.A.C Phloof! Eye Shadow were used on the lids, to highlight the brow bone and emphasize the crease.
  
  
• The make-up team finished the look with three sets of eye lashes (M.A.C She's Bad Lash, M.A.C 7 Lash, M.A.C 34 Lash) to give the illusion of large eyes.
  
  
• Keep the rest of the face neutral by applying M.A.C Pearl Cream Color Base on cheeks, bridge of the nose, above the eye brows, and on the chin for a pearly finish. Apply M.A.C Taupe Lipstick and finish off the look.
  

LFW Part 4: Make-up Artists Tell Us How To Achieve Runway Looks

Rina Dhaka

At Rina Dhaka, the models looked like ice maidens – defined eyes with a touch of shimmer. Make-up artist Ambika Pillai tells us how to achieve the look:

• Ambika Pillai uses M.A.C Strobe Liquid mixed with M.A.C Hyper Real Foundation to give the models' skin a soft sheen.
  
  
• Draw a thick line with M.A.C Smolder Eye Kohl on the upper and lower lid, smudged with shimmering shadows in M.A.C Carbon Eye Shadow on the lid, M.A.C Nylon Eye Shadow on the browbone, and M.A.C Smut Eye Shadow in the crease and lower lid to smudge the kohl.
  

• For lips, use M.A.C Viva Glam VI SE Lipglass for a baby pink tint to the lips. Add a hint of M.A.C Pinch Me Blush on your cheeks, and you're there.

Preliminary Images of Lancome's The Beauty of India Collection

I am totally digging the golden elephant highlighter. What about you guys?

Source: Ameblo

Make-up Trend: Sheer Foundation

This is the season to keep foundation fresh and light, like Mandira Bedi did. Instead of layering on full-coverage foundation, opt for tinted moisturizer. It will even out the color and texture of your face, while still showing off natural characteristics like freckles.

Create your own sheer summertime foundation. Moisten a makeup sponge until it expands, then squeeze out 95 percent of the moisture. Mix foundation and SPF face lotion on the back of your hand and lightly tap it into your skin with the sponge.

Rec: Olay Complete Defense UV Moisturizer SPF 30

LFW Part 3: Make-up Artists Tell Us How To Achieve Runway Looks

Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna

"A strong look" is how stylist Yatan described the effect Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna desired. To him, the new glamour translated into smoky eyes and crimson lips. Here's how you can copy the look:

• Skip the mascara and define lashes with a curler. Yatan loves Shu Uemura's Eyelash Curler
  
  
• Dab your lips with foundation (Shu Uemura Face Architect Foundation) before you apply several coats of crimson lipstick (Shu Uemura Rouge Unlimited Lipstick in 276). Add a layer of translucent powder (Shu Uemura Sheer Face Powder) between coats to make the lipstick's satin formula darker and more matte.
  
  
• Finish off by contouring your cheeks with Shu Uemura Warm Sun Bronzing Powder.
  

Make-up Trend: Faded Eye Liner

"Subtle drama" is the new rage in the beauty world. As Aishwarya showed at a recent photoshoot, blending out the edge of a severe cat eye produces a subtle-yet-sexy effect.

Using a creamy eye pencil, draw along your upper lashlines and blend the outer edge of the line a quarter-inch in an upward diagonal direction. Retrace along your lashline to create a more defined line.

Rec: Chanel Le Crayon Khol Intense Eye Pencil