How do stars always manage to look so polished? It has less to do with surgery and more to do with smart routines and the right products. Here are the secrets — and how you can use them yourself.
Skin prep is everything
Professional makeup artists agree that preparing your skin matters more than the makeup itself. Cleanse with a toner to balance your pH levels, moisturise with a lightweight, oil-free moisturiser, and always finish with a primer before foundation. It gives makeup a smooth surface to glide onto and keeps it lasting longer — without the cakey finish that heavy foundation can leave behind.
Give the eye area extra attention with our Rejuvenating Eye Gels, which help reduce dark circles and puffiness for a more rested and well-groomed overall appearance.
Skip the powder
Cream products are the way forward for a modern, radiant look. Powder can highlight fine lines and settle into creases, giving an ageing and patchy impression. Opt for a cream highlighter and cream blush instead, for a natural glow that photographs beautifully.
Nutrition and detox
Stars swear by drinking plenty of water, swapping coffee for green or lemon tea, and eating protein-rich, high-fibre foods ahead of big events. Lemon and blueberries — with their antioxidant properties — help cleanse the body and give skin a radiance from within. Simple changes that make a visible difference.
Plan hair removal well in advance
Always schedule waxing or shaving a couple of days before a big event, to give your skin time to recover from any redness or irritation. Apply aloe vera afterwards for a soothing, cooling effect, and avoid strong lotions for the first 24 hours.
Exercise that lasts
Yoga and Pilates are Hollywood's favourite workouts for good reason. They strengthen the body, improve posture, and can be done almost anywhere. Regular movement throughout the year gives noticeably better results than intensive training in the week before an event.
Lashes that make all the difference
Well-cared-for, healthy lashes are one of the most effective details for a polished, put-together look. Xlash Eyelash Serum gives naturally longer and fuller lashes in 28 days, and can be used alongside lash extensions to strengthen your natural lashes in the meantime. Apply every evening along the lash root and let it work while you sleep.
Beautiful brows
Well-defined, well-groomed brows frame the entire face and lift your look instantly. Xbrow Eyebrow Serum gives fuller and more defined brows naturally in 28 days. Complete the look with the Micro Sculpting Brow Pencil for a natural, well-shaped result every day.
Confidence is the most important thing
In the end, most celebrity tricks can be achieved with the right products and a little planning. But the most important accessory at any event is confidence. Wear the dress with pride — don't let it wear you.
