Chanel's Pre-Fall 2012 Metiers d'Art Beauty Breakdown

When Chanel creative director of makeup Peter Philips got the word from Karl Lagerfeld that this year’s Métiers d’Art show was to be a nod to classic Indian decadence, his mind went to one place: black kohl. “We wanted a graphic interpretation of an iconic Indian beauty ideal,” Philips said of the almond-shaped black-rimmed lids that were the focal point of the beauty look he created backstage at the Grand Palais. Once Philips built a base out of his Perfection Lumiere foundation dusted with “a touch” of Chanel Joues Contraste Blush in Brume d’Or for a hint of cheek color, he devoted his attention to that eye, which he described as “something between mysterious and rock ‘n’ roll.” Key to skirting that line was a new shade of Philips’ ultra-luxe Illusion d’Ombre in Nirvana, a deep onyx shimmering cream eye shadow that he blended beneath the lower lash line and through the crease, dragging his brush upward into a slight wing toward the temples. Chanel Le Crayon Kohl Eyeliner in Noir drawn along the water line and its Inimitable Intense Mascara in Noir achieved what Philips called a “pitch black” finish.


To keep the focus squarely on the eyes, lips were painted a muted shade of pink courtesy of Rouge Coco Shine in Empreinte for a natural dewy effect before Philips got to work on gilded accents, which he used to bring out the metallic embroidery and lace in Lagerfeld’s collection—not to mention the sparkling pieces of Chanel Fine Jewelry peeking out of hairstylist Sam McKnight’s dread-ed updos. “At the last minute I added some golden highlights on cheeks and eyes,” Philips said, dipping into Chanel’s forthcoming, limited-edition Route des Indes Palette due out in June. Fingertips were treated to a few coats of a golden lacquer fittingly named Diwali “in homage to the famous ‘celebration of light’ that takes place in India,” according to Philips. It’ll likely prompt a similar excited frenzy when it hits shelves this summer.

Video Feature: L'Oreal Paris Make up Diaries: Sonam Kapoor's Gothic Queen Look

Sonam Kapoor's Cannes 2011 Make-up Breakdown (Face Chart) & Backstage Pics

Sonam's makeup was inspired by David Bowie, highlights on the eyes. The eyelids are dresses in a copper-burgundy and gold mix. joined by a line of black eyeliner. You get a totally feline look. To soften it up a bit, choose a fairly mellow bronzing blush for the hollow of the cheeks and a gold nude for the mouth. The result is a glamorous, feminine and very sensual look.

Sonam getting ready for her debut at Cannes 2011!

Video Feature: L'Oreal Paris Make up Diaries: Sonam Kapoor's AM to PM Look

Video Feature: L'Oreal Paris Make-up Diaries : Sonam Kapoor's Festive Look

Mickey Contractor for M.A.C Collection [Face Charts]

 Smoky

 Lips

Neutral

To see the face charts on the models, click here.

Excited about this collection? I am! I heart Mickey Contractor.

Lakme Gypsy Collection by Malini Ramani Face Charts

Look 1: Bohemian Butterfly

Face

To get this colorful, bohemian look start with a flawless, glowing base. Blend a suitable shade from Lakme’s range of foundations created specially for Indian skin tones. Highlight your eyes with the Earth Rose Blush Trio in Rose Sweeping towards your cheekbones. This will form a warm sheen of color for the flower lace pattern. To create the delicate lace highlight, start by adding some water to the magenta shade from the Silk Route Quartet. Using an applicator or a brush, draw dainty flowers high up on your cheekbone. Use a darker shade of the blush in the hollow of your cheekbone to highlight the contours.Finally use the nude beige or peach shades to add a subtle shine on your forehead, nose and chin. 

Eyes

Simple does it. Define you eyes with a stroke of Black Satin Kajal on the upper and lower eyelids. Finish your look with oodles of Lash Artist Mascara.  

Lips
Go natural. Apply a rich coat of Enrich Satin Lip Color in 663 for satin-kissed look. Finish with the dazzling shine of Sheer Satin Gloss in 61.

Nails
This season make a statement with vivid, shimmering nail color. Coat your nails with a neat layer of True Wear Nail Color in 044. Top it up with another coat for a super intense finish to die for.

Look 2: Beyond Boundaries

Face

To get this colorful, bohemian look start with a flawless, glowing base. Blend  a suitable shade from Lakmé’s range of foundation created specially for Indian skin tones. Apply a transparent sheen of healthy color to your cheeks using the Earth Rose Blush Trio in Peach.  

Eyes

Go graphic this season. Create interesting shapes using the Tanjore Rush Quartet in Purple. Imagine a tilted ‘V’ shape with the lines meeting at the inner corner of your eyes.Keeping this shape, apply color with the applicator or a brush on your upper eyelid from the lash line right up to the eyebrows. Fill in the shape with an even coat of color. Keep the lines sharp and clean for a dramatic look. Follow up with Black Satin Kajal on the upper and lower lid finishing in a winged tip on both. Super define lashes with Lash Artist Mascara.

Lips

Velveteen, full-bodied lips for the free spirit. Wear the satin smoothness of Enrich Satin Lip Color in 663. To pump up the color, apply a second coat.

Nails

This season make a statement with vivid, shimmering nail color. Coat your nails with a neat layer of True Wear Nail Color in 244. Top it up with another coat for a super intense finish to die for.

Look 3: Adventurista

Face

To get this colorful, bohemian look start with a flawless, glowing base. Blend a suitable shade from Lakmé’s range of foundations created specially for Indian skin tones. Apply a transparent sheen of healthy color to your cheeks using the Earth Rose Blush Trio in Rose.

Eyes

Using the Tanjore Rush Quartet in Purple, generously cover your entire upper eyelid with a block of vibrant color. Even it out with the applicator brush or your fingertips. Add a touch purple on your lower eyelids too. Add a dot of shimmer of rich gold from the Tanjore Rush Quartet on the inner corners of your eyes. Finish your look with oodles of Lash Artist Mascara.  

Lips

Go natural. Apply a rich coat of Enrich Satin Lip Color in 530 for a satin- kissed look. Add a wash of gold to your lips with the Tanjore Rush Eye Quartet in Gold.

Nails

This season make a statement with vivid, shimmering nail color. Coat your nails with a neat layer of True Wear Nail Color in 044. Top it up with another coat for a super intense finish to die for.

Look 4: Treasure Collector

Face

To get this colorful, bohemian look start with a flawless, glowing base. Blend a suitable shade from Lakmé’s range of foundations created specially for Indian skin tones. Sculpt your cheeks with the Earth Rose Blush Trio. Use the lighter shade of Rose to highlight the apples of your cheek. Then use the Peach shade in the hollow of your cheekbone to create contours.

Eyes

Wear bold swipes of color on your eyes. Use a thin brush or applicator to draw with your eye shadow, just like you would apply eye liner. Start with the magenta shade from the Silk Route Quartet.  Apply a stroke of rich color following the shape of your eyes. Follow it up with a parallel stroke in the gold shade from the Tanjore Rush Quartet. Finish with a stroke of the henna gold shade from the Tanjore Rush Quartet. Keep the lines sharp and do not blend. Sweep your lashes with a coat of velvet black. Apply Lash Artist Mascara in layers.

Lips

Velveteen, full-bodied lips for the freespirit. Wear the satin smoothness of Enrich Satin Lip Color in 129. Finish with another coat to pump up the color.

Nails

This season make a statement with vivid, shimmering nail color. Coat your nails with a neat layer of True Wear Nail Color in shade 044. Top it up with another coat for a super intense finish to die for.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's Cannes Day 3 Make-up Breakdown

Hair:
L'oreal Paris Elnett Satin Hairspray in 108 Absolute (U.S substitute: L'oreal Elnett Satin Hairspray Extra Strong Hold)

Face:
L'oreal Paris Youth Code (U.S. substitute: L'oreal Paris Age Perfect Day Cream)
L'oreal Paris Matte Morphose Souffle Foundation in Apricot Beige (U.S. substitute: L'oreal Paris True Match Roller in C4 Shell Beige)
L'oreal Paris True Match Blush in Rosewood (U.S. substitute: L'oreal Paris True Match Blush in C3-4 Tender Rose)

Eyes:
L'oreal Paris Color Appeal Quad Pro in Blue Eyes 357 Elizabeth Banks (U.S. substitute: L'oreal Paris Studio Secrets Professional Eye Shadow Quads in Earthscape)
L'oreal Paris Telescopic Explosion in Black

Lips:
L'oreal Colour Riche Made For Me Naturals in Dune

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's Cannes Day 2 Make-up Breakdown

Hair:

L'oreal Paris Elnett Satin Hairspray in 108 Absolute

Face:

L'oreal Paris Visible Lift Line-Minimizing Makeup in Soft Ivory

L'oreal Paris True Match Blush in Tender Rose

Eyes:

L'oreal Paris Double Extension Renewal Serum Inside Mascara in Black

L'oreal Paris Color Appeal Chrome Shine Eye Shadow in Pure Gold (U.S. Substitute: L'oreal Paris Studio Secrets Eye Shadow in Morning Light)

Lips:

L'oreal Paris Color Riche Boosting Serum Lipstick in Luminous Scarlet (U.S. Substitute: L'oreal Paris Anti-Aging Serum Lipstick in Real Red)

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's Cannes Day 1 Make-up Breakdown

Hair:

L'oreal Elnett Satin Hairspray in 108 Absolute

Face:

L'oreal Matte Morphose Souffle Foundation in Beige Natural

L'oreal True Match Blush in Tender Rose

Eyes:

L'oreal Super Liner in Black

L'oreal Double Extension Renewal Serum Inside Mascara in Black

L'oreal Color Appeal in Beige Taupe

Lips:

L'oreal Glam Shine 6H Volumizer in Addictive Peach

Video Feature: Evening Make-up Breakdown [Femina Online]

Easy smoky eyes? Check. A gorgeous look in 5 minutes? Check. Make-up artist Clint Fernandes shows us how to look nighttime ready in a snap.

Video Feature: Day Make-up Breakdown [Femina Online]

Make-up artist Clint Fernandes shows us the perfect daytime look that's fresh, easy and can be done in 5 minutes!

Video Feature: Corporate/Work-friendly Make-up Breakdown [Femina Online]

Make-up artist Clint Fernandes shows us the perfect work-friendly, corporate look that can be done in under 5 minutes.

A/W 2010-2011: Runway Beauty [Manish Arora]

“I wanted the makeup to look like colored lights on the face.” said M·A·C artist, Kabuki, of the look at Manish Arora. “Very youthful and psychedelic, I imagined Louise Brooks going down a rabbit hole and finding herself at a techno rave. It’s a celebration of color.” Kabuki applied M.A.C Select Cover Up Concealer all over the face including under and over the eye brows to blank them out. M.A.C Paintstick in Primary Yellow was used on the inner and outer corners of eyes (with edges blurred). M.A.C Cream Colour Base in Orange Alarm was placed in the center of the eyelid (from lash to slightly above the crease and blended up). M.A.C PRO Invisible Set Powder was dusted on top to set color. M.A.C Chromaline in Cyan was used to draw a very thin arched brow and lashes were left bare. For the lips, Kabuki applied M.A.C Lip Glass in Pink Poodle (precisely applied) then followed up with a coat of M.A.C Clear Lip Glass for added shine over the pink.

Shades N' Tresses: [New Woman Magazine Scans]

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Shades N' Tresses: [New Woman Magazine Scans]

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Dawn To Dusky Beauty [Beauty India Magazine Scans]

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Padma Lakshmi's Everyday Nude Look [Make-up Breakdown]

 

Padma Lakshmi is known for her gorgeous skin and her beautiful almond shaped eyes, that's why it comes as no surprise that she doesn't have any foundation in this picture. For a cover shoot for Allure Magazine, she looked absolutely beautiful with neutral eyes and lips. To get her look, apply a mink-brown eye shadow over your eyelids, darkening it in the creases and fanning it up toward the brow bone. Thinly line your upper and lower lids with charcoal eyeliner and add black mascara to your top lashes. With a large fluffy brush, dust a soft-brown blush on the apples of your cheeks and blend outward. Apply a creamy lipstick with a lip brush to keep the color from looking too dense.

Katy Perry's Indian Make-up Breakdown [Grammys '10]

Katy Perry's latest trip from India inspired her look at the Grammys, which in my opinion is perfect for a wedding or a perfect desi dinner party.

On to the breakdown, makeup artist Jake Bailey used the bindis Katy Perry brought back from a recent trip to India as inspiration to create a Betty Page, Indian princess look for the singer to rock at the 2010 Grammys. Here’s what was used:

Face

• Make Up For Ever HD Invisible Cover Foundation
  
• Dust Guerlain Les Violettes Matte Touch Powder all over the face to set the foundation
• Highlight the apples of the cheeks with Benefit CORALista Blush
  

Eyes

• Create a smoky eye with CoverGirl Smoky Shadow Blast in Purple Plume and Bronze Fire
• CoverGirl LashBlast Length Mascara in Black
  

Lips

• CoverGirl Outlast Lipstain in Wild Berry Wink
  

Shilpa Shetty's Wedding Reception Make-up Breakdown

First, apply a champagne-gold shadow over your lids just up to the crease, and extend it a bit to make the eyes look elongated and cat-eye like. The important thing is to choose one with a shimmer, powdery consistency—glittery, creamy shadows reflect too much light. Try something like Stila Starlight Eyeshadow Then line both the upper and lower lash lines with a soft-tipped deep-black pencil Stila Kajal Eye Liner in Onyx, and smudge with your fingertips. Apply a charcoal, brown eye shadow like M.A.C Espresso Eyeshadow in your crease and blend the shadows well. Apply faslse lashes and finish off with mascara on your upper and lower lashes and you're all set!