Some beauty products are so good they never go out of fashion. We all have our favourites - but what do the professionals swear by? Celebrity make-up artists and hair and beauty professionals reveal their favourite iconic products...
1. Flawless base: Jane Iredale Pure Pressed Mineral Base Powder
Mineral make-up has been one of the biggest beauty advances in recent years, able to deliver a sheer and flawless finish that conventional face powders can only dream of. Celebrity make-up artist Sarah Reygate says: "There have been many mineral products launched on the market in the last 10 years but Jane Iredale Pure Pressed Mineral Base Powder, is by far my favourite. It gives fantastic coverage and looks completely natural after just 10 minutes on the skin."
2. Long-lasting lip gloss: Lancôme Juicy Tubes
For luscious lips you need a gloss with staying power. Lancôme Juicy Tube lip gloss comes in a variety of super-hot colours and stays put without being sticky. "Before Juicy tubes, glosses were lucky to last 20 minutes," says professional make-up artist Amanda Bell. "Juicy tubes were really the first gloss to give that vinyl, long-lasting shine."
3. Vibrant hair colour: Nice 'n Easy Perfect 10
We all have our favourite hair colour but for richness and vibrancy, professional stylist and co-founder of Lockonego Jonathan Long swears by Nice 'n Easy Perfect 10. "It's definitely my must-have hair hero, which I always recommend for quick and easy colour," he says. "I love the range of natural tones which are always rich and vibrant."
Years ago it was all about finding the perfect matte finish. Then along came the noughties, and everyone wanted a dewy, fresh-faced glow. To achieve the radiant look, award-winning make-up artist Lan Nguyen swears by Benefit High Beam. "Applied onto the face just above the cheekbones, it instantly reflects light onto the skin, making cheekbones seem higher and giving a lovely radiant glow," she says. And, for an all-year-tan, you can't beat Benefit's award-winning bronzer Hoola. Celebrating its 10th birthday this year, this award-winning bronzer blends in smoothly for a wonderful look.
5. Bedroom eyes: Bobbi Brown Long-wear Gel Eyeliner
If you're looking for an eyeliner that's easy to apply and stays put, look no further than Bobbi Brown Long-wear Gel Eyeliner. "This creamy gel glides on beautifully, is easy to apply and really stays in place," says Sarah. "You have much more control than with a liquid or a pencil and it can give a subtle or dramatic look. I could never be without this in my make-up kit!"
If you want good looking lashes in minutes, it's worth investing in a decent eyelash curler. Japanese brand Shu Uemura produce one of the best. "Eyelash curlers should be sturdy, safe and really curl your lashes - otherwise what's the point?" asks Amanda. "These simply are the best, will last for years and will give you perfect fluttery lashes in seconds - job done."
7. Happy, healthy skin: Dermalogica
Flawless make-up starts with fantastic skin. "Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel is a fantastic product: soap-free, foaming, ph-balanced and washes off to maintain healthy skin," says Sarah. "I highly recommend it to my clients and use it with my Clarisonic." Another face care must-have is Dermalogica's Daily Microfoliant. Celebrating its 10th birthday this year, it has won no less than 39 consumer awards in the UK and Ireland.
8. Super-shiny hair: Sebastian Trilliant
Sebastian Professional has been creating cult hair products for more than three decades now. "I love Sebastian Trilliant, which is outstanding for adding body and shine to your locks," says celebrity hair stylist and co-founder of Lockonego Ben Cooke. "Spray it on to damp hair before blow drying to add protection from the heat - it will condition your tresses, creating a mirror-like finish you will adore!"
When you're feeling pale and drawn, Nars Orgasm blusher will put the colour back in your cheeks. "This blusher is beloved by everyone that tries it," enthuses Amanda. "The most flattering peachy shade with a touch of warm pink and the merest hint of gold, it enlivens all skin tones. I have had this in my kit for years and it can't be beaten."
Beauty brand Chanel produces some of the best-loved products in the world. From Chanel No 5 to its lipstick, favoured by Dita Von Teese, most women have a Chanel product in their beauty bag. Sarah's favourite Chanel product is the Pro-Lumiere foundation."It's effortless to apply, provides good coverage but still looks like gleaming, natural skin," she says. "I use this on nearly everyone, I love it so much."
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