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Foundation, from £35 by Chantecaille at Space NK
Haven’t heard of Chantecaille yet? Shame on you! For the perfect coverage, the perfect shade and the perfect texture, give this wonder foundation a try. It’s not cheap but is well worth the spend - you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it.
Fluid Sheer, £28 by Giorgio Armani For stockists call 020 7318 2486
It was top make-up artist Alex Babsky (Naomi Campbell and Jamelia’s make- up artist) who got us absolutely hooked on Sheer Fluid. This product acts as a primer and can be used to highlight and create contours for a super professional look. The easiest way to wear it is under your foundation to create a radiant finish.
Everlong Mascara, £19.57 by YSL
For great quality, chic packaging and a long lasting formula this mascara will lengthen lashes in just one sweep – we can’t fault it.
The Multiple in orgasm, £27 by Nars at Space NK
You could take just this one perfect multi-purpose product on holiday in place of your entire make-up bag (if you can get your hands on it – this gem sells out as soon as it’s in stock). Blend it into cheeks, brow bones, lips and décolletage for an instant summer glow.
Rouge Allure, £19.08 by Chanel at Boots
A rich, nourishing and long-lasting lipstick, Rouge Allure comes in a good range of shades and has a soft finish as well as packaging to die for. This lipstick is the only one to pull out of your purse in public.
Erase Paste, £18.50 by Benefit
Look in any make-up bag in the ELLE office and you’ll find a pot of Erase Paste. During the long days of the international collections we really put this under eye concealer to the test and it never lets us down.
Eyeshadow, £9.78 by Myface at Boots
Bling Tones are packed with vibrant pigment and give a high shine, wet-look finish to the eye. This shade will help you achieve that ultra-sexy, Gucci-inspired look and is a must for a modern, smoky eye.
Pot Rouge, £15.66 by Bobbi Brown
The perfect pick-me-up shade – this blusher is easy to blend, too.
Mineral Veil, £21 by Bare Escentuals
If you want to set your make-up but don’t want it to look heavy, this is the powder for you. The natural minerals are light with super strong staying power.
Pocket Pal, £14.50 by Benefit
Benetint in one end and gloss in the other, this is a great multi-product for boosting cheeks and lips, plus the gloss isn’t too shiny and lasts all day.
Primer, £27 by Laura Mercier
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Long Wear Gel Eyeliner, £13.21 by Bobbi Brown
This year’s sharp retro liner calls for a seriously good smudge-proof product and thank goodness we discovered Bobbi Brown’s gel eyeliner. It goes on precisely and with ease, looks bold and dries fast to last all day and night.
Brow Set, £9.79 by MAC
Brows make a big difference to your face and overall appearance. Grooming is a must and our favourite brow gel is this one, by MAC.
Airbrush Concealer, £14.68 by Clinique
This concealer doesn’t just add radiance it also covers blemishes and hides dark circles with ease, plus there is a good choice of shades for fair skintones, too.
Soft Khol Pencil, £2.93 by Rimmel at Boots
Super-soft, this khol pencil is perfect for creating a smoky eye. The quality defies its price tag.
Transform, £14.95 by Xen-Tan
There are two universal problems with fake tan – the streaks and the smell. Xen-Tan has solved both. This is one of the easiest gradual tanners to apply - it won’t streak and smells remarkably good, too.
Shrink to Fit, £44 by Mama Mio
This moisturiser smells divine and when used daily is the best we’ve found in our quest to reduce the appearance of cellulite.
Cow Pat Moisturising Hand Cream, £16 by Cowshed
Nourishing with a divine fragrance, this hand cream moisturises effectively without leaving hands sticky.
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