Bright eyes
“When you’re time poor, make your eyes pop instantly without eyeshadow by applying a light wash of blush over your lids.” – Lisa Matson, L’Oréal Paris NZ makeup director
Bye bye frizz
“To dry hair faster, use a microfiber hair turban (as opposed to using traditional towels, which suck not only water but also nutrients out of the hair). These keep frizzy hair at bay, while also cutting down the time spent blow-drying.” – Belinda Robb, Biba Salon
Brow boost
“Always do your brows – whether you prefer strong definition or just a natural finish. It completely frames the face and provides strength to the eyes. Even just grooming the hairs into place with clear mascara will change your appearance.” – Kiekie Stanners, MAC senior artist
Smooth finish
“We all have areas of our face where foundation likes to settle into, such as the creases around the eyes, nose and mouth. To combat this, run a small eyeshadow brush through these areas to pick up any excess product, ensuring an all-day flawless finish.” – Lidean Erasmus, Elizabeth Arden national makeup specialist
Shower power
“Get a shower filter. A filter will prevent [hair colour] fading and discoloration from the build-up of minerals and chlorine in city water.” – Jennifer Morgan, owner of Morgan & Morgan Urban Retreat
Go fish
“Take a good fish oil daily and incorporate plenty of good fats into your diet from nuts, salmon and avocado sources.” – Brigit Blair, founder, Linden Leaves
Glam waves
“When brushing out curls that have been achieved through using irons/tongs and to give a glam wave look, wait for hair to cool down before using a soft bristle brush like a Mason Pearson.” – Ronda Siaki, Nspyre Red Hair Design
Get a grip
“Spray your bobby pins lightly with hairspray or a dry shampoo before you use them. This will give them a better hold.” – Danny Pato, co-owner of D&M Hair
Shape up
“To create definition in the brow, rather than spending ages using powder or pencil to create the ‘lines’ of your brow, simply edge beneath and above the brow lines with a flat synthetic brush with concealer, highlighter or white liner.” – Nicky Shore, founder ON Browhouse and OFF Wax & Laser
Words by Sarah Murray
Photos by Bauer Media Studios and supplied
