There’s a lot to be said for using less when it comes to adding colour. The new generation of nude make-up gently layered on to skin, create a soft, subtle and radiant look.
“Right now it’s all about strong brows and gleaming skin. These looks are clean and fresh, naturally groomed – minimal without being austere. You look like yourself – only much better,” says MAC directory of make-up artistry Terry Barber.
These are our favourites…
Effortless Lip Colours
New matte lipstick formulations give all of the colour payoff we love about matte lips, without any of the discomfort. Try it in:
Estee Lauder Pure Color Love Matte Liquid Lip in Sharp Cookie, R315 for 6ml
Mac Powder Kiss Lipstick in Mull It Over, R250
Palladio Velvet Matte Cream Lip Color in Raw Silk, R109,95 for 4,16g
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Nude Eye Enhancers
Dust over lids for a hint of glamour, or lay down on your lids by pressing onto fingertips, then onto lids.
Chanel Multi-Effect Quadra Eyeshadow in Rivoli, R980
Clarins 4-Colour Eye Shadow Palette in Oud, R595
Dr. Haushcka Eyeshadow Trio in Sunstone, R685
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New Nudes for Nails
Morgan Taylor Professional Nail Lacquer in Neutral by Nature, R163
Orly Nail Lacquer in Lucid Dream, R165
Mavala Nail Color Cream in 396 Velvet, R89
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Compiled by Beauty Editor, Martinique Stevens
