“Perfect skin” may not exist, but your complexion can be perfected to radiate health and radiance. Throughout my experience as the beauty director of Harper’s Bazaar UK, I’ve learned that this comes down to a combination of factors: a conscious lifestyle, active skincare products and innovative makeup formulas.
lifestyle behaviors
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Don’t believe the celebrities who claim that their flawless face is due to water and rest, but know that these things can promote a radiant complexion. “Skin, when it’s young and healthy, is luminous and radiates radiance,” says Linda Cantello, international makeup artist for Giorgio Armani. “But this can change based on age and lifestyle.” We can’t control age, but lifestyle choices can help support our health inside and out. In addition to prioritizing the obvious (good hydration, eight hours of sleep, sun protection…), there are other skin care rituals that I bet on:
Never sleep in makeup as it can clog your pores. Incorporates autofacial massage to stimulate blood flow. Sleep on a clean pillowcase to prevent bacteria buildup from transferring to your face. Leave blemishes alone; picking them promotes healing.
skin care routine
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Complexion perfection will be much more difficult to achieve without a comprehensive skincare routine. “If the skin doesn’t look good, neither will the makeup you apply,” Cantello feels, and I agree with his philosophy that makeup should be “an enhancer, not a mask.” Putting your skin in its best shape through diligent cleansing, gentle exfoliation, a broad daily SPF (Armani Beauty is an excellent UV makeup primer), and the use of active topical ingredients (such as line-smoothing retinol, vitamin C for lightening tone and hyaluronic acid for elasticity, found in Armani Beauty’s Crema Nera concentrate) will create an ideal canvas for makeup and may mean you use less. Here are some of my other skincare tips:
Identify if your skin is oily or acne prone; sensitive or reactive; dry or dehydrated (there is a difference!). Consider visiting a professional to determine your skin type and how to treat it. Avoid regular “product switching,” a key culprit in skin breakouts. Consistency is key, so don’t be put off by social media skincare trends. Avoid excessive use of astringent products. Too much exfoliation or the use of stimulating ingredients can lead to inflammation and compromise the skin barrier. Think outside the bottle: skin care devices, whether high-tech (like an LED facial mask for specific skin concerns) or low-fi (like a gua sha massage tool to stimulate circulation) They can have countless benefits.
Maestro Uv Makeup Primer
£44.00
Crema Nera Acqua Pantelleria Antioxidant Treatment Lotion
£115.00
Armani Prima Smart Moisturizing Serum
£72.00
Cream Nera Reviscentalis Meta Concentrate
£310.00
Nera Supreme Cream REVITALIZING CREAM
£340.00
Ace-Based Products
Armani Beauty
Now to makeup, which can recreate the skin’s natural glow that fades over time. ‘Radiant but real’ is always my goal. To achieve this, one of the best discoveries has been Armani’s Beauty Luminous Silk foundation, also known as “the best kept secret of makeup artists”. As its name suggests, the formula adds luminosity without leaving the skin shiny, while blurring imperfections. To get the most out of foundation, a foundation is recommended first to smooth the skin and provide grip. Then, after foundation (and concealer is only applied where needed), a highlighter can add a precise glow, while a powder can be used to set the foundation for longevity. Here are more insider tips:
Take the time to discover the perfect foundation and concealer shade for you. Cantello believes that “the big mistake women make is looking for a shade that ‘matches’ their skin, in fact they should be looking for a shade that ‘flatters’ their skin”. Luminous Silk Foundation, for example, comes in 40 shades to suit everyone. Layer like a pro. To perfect the famous ‘Armani Glow’, Cantello advises prepping skin with Luminous Silk Hydrating Primer and then “covering under dark circles and redness with Luminous Silk Concealer.” Next, he “use a blending brush to add the required coverage of foundation, blending well, from the center outwards in an upward and outward motion.” Finally, “apply Fluid Sheer [highlighter] on the cheekbones, blending well”. Always remember, less is more. As Cantello points out: “Eye and lip makeup on natural-looking skin looks sensual. On heavily made-up skin, it loses all its appeal.”
Luminous Silk Base
£44.50
£35.60 (20% off)
Luminous silk moisturizing foundation
£36.00
luminous silk concealer
£35.50
fluid gloss enhancer
£30.50
Get your ideal complexion with Armani Beauty
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