Expert festival beauty tips
IT’s here! Glastonbury – ground zero music-wise on many a Londoner’s calendar – opens this weekend. And as we all know, camping and grooming don’t mix. But, say experts, it’s easier than you think to achieve a nice festival glow. City PM rounded up their top tips.
GET A MANI PEDI: “It immediately makes you look groomed, especially if you want to wear sandals. Wear a bright coral to highlight a tan,” says Karen Alder, celebrity makeup artist who counts Pixie Lott, Kylie Minogue and Anna Friel among her clients.
TINT YOUR LASHES: “These are great,” says Alder. “No need to worry about mascara, makeup remover or any of that hassle. You’ll have great maximised lashes that last all weekend.”
SPRITZ: “Get a great water spray to gently spritz your face and keep skin hydrated in the heat,” says Nathalie Eleni, beautician to Jessica Alba, Carey Mulligan and Julianne Moore.
REFRESH MASCARA: If you are going to use mascara, don’t bother taking it off and reapplying, says Eleni. “You can refresh it by dabbing some water on eyelash curlers and curling them with the original layer on. It makes makes them pop again.”
SPRAY TAN: “This immediately makes you look healthier and lessens the need for concealer products to correct your complexion,” says Alder. “Just make sure you wear sun block so you don’t get burnt! Not chic.”
USE MINERAL MAKE-UP: “Mineral make-up doesn’t damage your skin so its ok to leave overnight if you end up sleeping in it,” says Eleni.
A SPLASH OF LIPSTICK: “It’s all you need,” says Alder. “Stylish French girls have known for ages that a swipe of red lipstick can complete a look without any other makeup.”
TAKE ANTI-BACTERIAL HANDWASH: “Essential before you apply any makeup to your eyes particularly,” says Alder.
Sunscreen wipes
SPF 30+ wipes with Zinc for sensitive skin. Supergoop, £8, selfridges.com
Mascara
This bold-as-brass waterproof mascara won’t run in a downpour. Giorgio Armani, £23.50. www.selfridges.com
Red lipstick
Add a splash of va va voom with this Tom Ford scarlet beauty. Tom Ford, £35, harrods.com