The perfect winter make-up bag
Now that chilly weather is here, not only will you need to change your skin care routine, but your make-up bag will need a makeover too. Here are the absolute must-haves for the seasonWinter is glamorous in the way summer never can be. And, there is one word to sum up make-up for this season: polished (think: classic Celine-style rather than flashy Versace). Understated, smoky shades of coffee and chocolate for eyes, fresh berry shades on cheeks and lips are the of-the-moment palettes - the shiny fresh face of summer has been substituted for a more matt, understated look. It's time to replace your pared-down summer make-up bag and its glossy, fruit-coloured contents with an elegant little velvet number full of smouldering shades. Unless specified below, you'll find products at major department stores.
Face:
First things first. Begin with one of the new crop of skin priming moisturisers to protect your most precious asset from the harsh elements of the cold. Our picks include Estee Lauder's Idealist (£29) and Clinique's new Total Turnaround (£21). Both are the perfect antidote for sensitive, winter-ravaged skin. They gently exfoliate and have a lower concentration of alpha hydroxy acids, so they're less likely to cause the stinging and occasional redness you get from using other moisturisers. For a heavier night cream, try Gatineau's Melatogenine (£55; 0800 7315805). It's worth the investment - a jar should see you through the worst of winter and leave you fresh-faced for spring.
If your daytime moisturiser doesn't contain a sun protection factor (SPF), look for a foundation that does - remember, UVA/UVB light waves don't hibernate in winter. One of our favourites: Iman foundation in 'Sand' (£18; at Selfridges 020 76291234) is a real find for fair Caucasian skin - it also gives a natural, matt finish and has a SPF 8. Previously, this cosmetic line has been aimed at primarily African or Caribbean skin tones, but the range now includes colours that suit all complexions - a clever mixture of neutrals for fair skins and brighter shades for darker ones.
Revlon's new version of their Age Defying Foundation, All Day Lifting Foundation with SPF 20 (£11.99), is incredibly light, yet it effortlessly evens out the splotchiest of complexions. If you're one of the lucky ones with darker skin, their Early Tan shade will suit you.
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