Easy tricks for festive GLAMOUR

Ace your base

For a flawless finish, your daily skincare regime is just as important as your make-up. ‘Skin that’s well cared for and hydrated has a smoother appearance and allows make-up to glide on and last longer,’ says Warren Dowdall, senior pro artist for Bobbi Brown.

‘As we get older, our complexion can look dull and is much less light-reflective,’ he adds. ‘To counteract this, use a nourishing liquid foundation that has a more radiant finish – this will cheat a healthy-looking glow and really flatter the skin.’

Smashbox Halo Healthy, , evens out imperfections and contains hyaluronic acid to keep skin hydrated. To tailor coverage to suit you, NYX Professional Makeup Total Control Drop Foundation, , , is buildable and leaves your skin even and smooth.