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Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mail
You've been doing your make-up all wrong! Celebrity cosmetics guru reveals the 11 mistakes most women are making without realising - and how to fix them
Daily Mail journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission - learn more If there's one make-up artist whose advice we'd trust blindly, it's Caroline Barnes (@carolinebarnesmakeup). The pro is known for painting the faces of some of the biggest names in Britain, including Erin Doherty, Mia Mckenna-Bruce and Charlotte Ritchie. Below, we asked her to reveal the most common makeup mistakes women make – and how to avoid them to achieve a flawless-looking face… 1. Not analysing the colour of your foundation in daylight If you're splurging on a foundation, getting the wrong shade match can be an expensive mistake. But it's a mistake more than a few women make because they're not testing the product in natural light. 'Most people buy a foundation in a store with overhead lighting, which can distort the undertone and make it appear warmer, cooler, lighter or darker than it actually is,' Barnes explains. 'This can sometimes lead to the wrong colour choice.' Your best bet is to apply the product in daylight. But if that's not an option, ask for a mirror to check the shade match outside. Alternatively, a lot of brands also offer little testers or samples online. 2. Not matching your neck and chest to your face While we're on the topic of foundation, your face can be a lighter colour than your neck and chest because of the use of SPF. When you're choosing your foundation shade, Barnes says you need to make it the same as your body, no matter the coverage. She recommends applying foundation in a vest top or a bra so you can see if your face matches your neck and chest. 3. Not knowing your skin type Per Barnes, choosing the right foundation starts with understanding your skin type. For those with oily or combination skin, she recommends a water-based foundation such as the IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Natural Matte (£39, John Lewis); those with dry skin would benefit from a formula with hyaluronic acid, like the Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Gel Tint (£34, Cult Beauty). 4. Applying too much highlighter Everyone wants glowing skin, but if you apply highlighter all over your face, your complexion will end up looking very oily rather than glowy. For flattering results, follow Barnses's advice and only apply highlighter to the outer edges of your complexion and the high points of your face (bridge of your nose, top of your cheekbones, underneath your eyebrows and cupid's bows) to enhance your bone structure. 5. Using eyeliner to frame your eyes Many people mistakenly think that eyeliner is the quickest way to flatter the eyes, but Barnes points out that heavily lining the eyes can actually make them look smaller. Instead, she recommends using mascara as the best and quickest way to frame the eyes. 6. Making your eyebrows too dark Eyebrows act like a frame for the eyes, so it's important to make sure they're shaped just right as they can transform your whole face. Rather than colouring in your brows with a pomade, Barnes recommends using a pen like the NYX Lift & Snatch! Brow Tint Pen (£11.99, Boots) to paint fine, hair-like strokes that look more real and more flattering. 7. Only using one concealer If you've only got one concealer in your makeup bag, you're missing a trick. Per Barnes, everyone benefits from using two different concealers: one to cover up imperfections and one to dot around your eyes. 'The skin around your eyes is delicate and fine, so you need something to reflect the light, like the Maybelline Instant Eraser Eye Concealer (£9.99, Boots). It has a sponge applicator, is really light and lasts a long time,' recommends Barnes. 'If you're trying to conceal veins, scars and pigmentation, you need something full coverage that matches your foundation like the Hourglass Vanish Airbrush Concealer (£36, Cult Beauty).' 8. Not using a tubing mascara If your bog-standard mascara tends to smudge throughout the day, a tubing mascara could be the solution. 'A tubing mascara contains polymers that wrap around each individual lash,' explains Barnes. 'It is not dissolved by the natural oils in your skin; only by warm water so you don't need makeup remover. I use it on my clients on the red carpet because I can't afford for the mascara to transfer.' Her favourite? The Rum Wrap Party Tubing Mascara (£22, We Are Rum). 'It's the best one on the market.' 9. Applying your blusher wrong You probably don't really think about it when we're doing your makeup, but where you place your blusher can make a big difference. For a healthy and youthful look, Barnes suggests swiping blusher on the fullness of your cheeks and in the direction of your temple. For a more sophisticated, sculptural effect, take the colour underneath your cheekbones and sweep up and over temples, rather than in that straight line. 10. Sharply overlining your lips Not all of us have been blessed with naturally full lips, but luckily there are a few tricks that can make them look bigger. Overlining your cupid's bow is a well-known technique, but Barnes advises against creating sharp lines. 'A sharp lip can come across as a mean lip,' she explains. Instead, use the side of your lip pencil to softly add a little bit of volume and shape from the corners of your lips. 11. Less is not always more 'Modern makeup is all about simplicity, but that doesn't mean the no-makeup makeup trend is about wearing less products,' says Barnes. 'It's about choosing tonal eyeshadows, neutral blushes and your-lips-but-better lipstick shades, and pairing it with fluttery lashes and structured eyebrows to create a very modern and polished look.'
Telegraph
26-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
Celebrities love these beauty products (and they're all under £10)
We all love a bargain, whether it's for our gardens, wardrobes or makeup bags, and it seems even celebrities aren't immune. Last week, Catherine Bailey, former model and wife of photographer David Bailey, revealed her penchant for slathering £3.50 Bepanthen nappy ointment on her face when it's really dry. Joanna Lumley, on our screens again in Amandaland, has often extolled the virtues of Astral face cream (£4), telling the Sunday Times, 'it's cheap as chips, has never been tested on animals and is the only thing I've never developed an allergy to.' Singer Kylie Minogue is a fan of another low-cost potion: Ponds Cold Cream which retails for anything from £3.50-£11. Celebrity makeup artist Caroline Barnes says she has seen huge growth in the performance – and popularity – of low price skincare in recent years. 'Low-cost skincare and makeup has dramatically improved in the last five years or so,' she says. 'The pigments used are far superior now, the colours are better and it wears well throughout the day.' Indeed advances in technology combined with increased competition in the marketplace means it's easier than ever to find an impressive product in the bargain aisles of Superdrug and Boots. Here are some celebrity favourites worth considering for your bathroom cabinet. Inkey List Caffeine Eye Cream, £7.95 Reese Witherspoon and Scarlett Johansson are among the celebrity fans of this eye cream - which includes caffeine, a natural anti-oxidant which may help reduce puffiness and dark circles. Witherspoon's makeup artist can be frequently found on Instagram explaining how she also uses it under the eyes to prevent concealer from creasing. A great new find. Find it at Sephora NYX Professional Makeup 'Worth the Hype' Waterproof Mascara, £9.50 Holly Willoughby' s makeup artist Patsy O' Neill calls Worth The Hype, 'An ideal mascara for short lashes in need of added length and volume. 'The brush coats even the smallest lash hairs,' she explains, 'without feeling heavy or clumping together. At this price it's definitely worth a try.' While you're looking at the brand, also check out the NYX Professional Buttermelt Blush, £8.99, from Boots a stalwart of many makeup artists' kits. The product texture is standout, a soft, buttery powder available in many pretty colours and it behaves like a really expensive product. Caroline Barnes often uses this on Kylie Minogue. Find it at Boots Weleda Skin Food, £9.50 Celebrity fans of this rich, balmy cream include Adele, Hailey Bieber and Victoria Beckham who posted a photograph of herself on Instagram using it as an inflight mask to keep her skin hydrated and moisturised. This brand has been growing organic plants for over a century and is synonymous with thoughtful and sustainable products. I love the calendula and chamomile fragrance of this balm and always have a tube in my bathroom cabinet. It's also great on elbows or dry, cracked heels. Aveeno Daily Moisturising Body Lotion, £9 This hardworking product has a plethora of high profile fans including Gwyneth Paltrow and Jennifer Aniston who has said she thinks she's been using this body moisturiser since she was 15 years old. Very good for sensitive skins, this unscented body lotion is moisturising and blended with calming oatmeal. Burt's Bees Tinted Lip Balm in Rose, £6.49, Margot Robbie told British Vogue that she is relatively low-maintenance when 'off-duty' and likes to use this inexpensive Burt's Bees lip balm made from beeswax, coconut oil and shea butter in Rose colour which gives lips a pretty, natural rosy glow. L'Oreal Paris Lumi Le Glass Highlighter Stick, £8.60, Actress Elle Fanning's makeup artist said she used this highlighter on the actress at this year's Golden Globes. A good makeup bag staple for touch-ups throughout the day, the colour isn't at all frosty and the texture feels expensive. Use it on the high part of the cheekbones, on the bridge of the nose or on the cupid's bow. Weleda Citrus Hand and Nail Cream, £9.98 Helen Mirren told British Vogue she always has a little tube of this hand cream in her 'swagger' bag - the name she gives her makeup bag. Mirren says she loves the uplifting lemony scent of this rich emollient which instantly sinks into parched, dry hands. Perfect at this time of year. Pond's Moisturising Cold Cream, £6.99 Celebrity fans of this moisturiser include Kylie and Dolly Parton who says she always goes back to this it even though she has lots of more expensive ones. It's a blend of mineral oil and water and has a really creamy texture and it can also be used as a makeup remover.
The Independent
28-01-2025
- General
- The Independent
Make-up artist reveals how to avoid ‘common mistake' when applying concealer
Concealer is one of those magic make-up products that can transform the way you look in minutes. The right one can hide tired eyes, and cover up dark circles, discolouration and blemishes to leave skin looking flawless. However, it's not as simple as just picking one off the shelf, there are a few things to consider first. Firstly, it's important to know what you want from a concealer, is it to brighten under-eyes or to minimise redness from an unexpected breakout? Do you want a full coverage, matte formula or something with a dewier, fluid texture? More importantly, do you want one that's budget-friendly or are you prepared to splurge on a high-end option? To answer all your burning questions, we've consulted professional makeup artist Caroline Barnes, who has painted the faces of Kylie Minogue, Emma Raducanu, Carey Mulligan and Nicola Coughlan, to name a few. She's given the lowdown on everything you ever wanted to know about how to master the art of applying concealer. Where should you apply concealer? There are typically two ways to use concealer, one is to brighten under the eyes, in which case Barnes recommends opting for a shade lighter than your skin tone. This is great for making you instantly look more awake and conceal dark circles. You can also use it to cover up blemishes and redness, if so, her advice is to pick a concealer shade that matches your skin tone. What's the best way to apply concealer? 'A common mistake people make is applying a thick concealer over very dry skin, so the skin looks parched and the concealer ages you,' says Barnes. She also reveals the finished look of your concealer can differ depending on what tools you use to apply it. 'If you apply concealer with a brush you'll get a lighter finish, a fluffy brush will give you a delicate finish, so if you want a fuller coverage, apply a thicker concealer with a fluffy brush and you get a happy medium,' she advises. Before application, make sure your moisturiser, SPF and any primers you may use are fully absorbed and your face is dry to avoid your concealer pilling. If you have dry under eyes, she recommends tapping in a hyaluronic acid serum first and using a dewier foundation. She cites the Glossier stretch balm concealer (£22, as her favourite for this, a product which also earned a spot in our guide to the best concealers for brightening dark circles and covering blemishes. If you want a brightening, glowy finish, her top tip is to mix your concealer with the Revolution Skin X Sali Hughes ringlight creamy illuminating eye balm (£10, Another trick up her sleeve is to apply your concealer under your eyes with a fluffy brush, then spritz a setting spray onto the skin and tap whatever product is left over on the brush over the area to extend the longevity of your concealer and prevent it from creasing. Should you apply concealer before or after foundation? According to Barnes, it's best to apply your concealer after foundation, so you can adjust how much you apply depending on how much coverage it provides. 'If you're using a medium coverage foundation, you may not need it all, but if you're using a sheer tint and want an all-over glow, but feel you look tired, you might want a fuller coverage concealer,' she says. What are the best concealers? Nars Cosmetics radiant creamy concealer (£21.60, took the top spot in our beauty expert's guide to the best concealers. 'The formula has a brightening quality that makes a visible difference, without merely heavily masking imperfections. This was particularly notable for my dark circles, which usually require me to use a colour corrector before going in with a concealer,' noted the review. Both Barnes and our writer raved about the Glossier stretch concealer (£22, for a dewier finish, too. However, the expert MUA's favourite concealer for brightening and adding radiance to combat dark circles is the Beauty Pie superluminous tinted under-eye serum (£12 for members, 'It's like little lightbulbs under your eyes,' she says.
