The look

Compiled by PHYL CLARKE

Lauren Nevin

Lancôme HypnoseDrama mascara When I am not working, I prefer not to wear make-up so I love this mascara as it gives you huge lashes top and bottom so you look fresh and bright-eyed.

No7 BB tinted moisturiserI love this as it keeps your skin moisturised, especially in winter, and also adds a little coverage so your skin tone is even and fresh looking.

Sephora eye make-up removerAbsolutely love this. I stocked up on it in the summer in France as it's cheap and cheerful and really does the job.

Collection 2000 concealerI used to work for make-up companies so I have used a lot of expensive brands, but this is just as good.

Nevin is currently appearing in Beauty and the Beast at the Helix, Ballymun, Dublin

Handy numbers

Chanel Le Vernis in Malice

The deep red glitter of this polish is tempered with a black hue giving a sophisticated, edgy look. €22

Handmade hand cream

A real reviver, with aloe vera and vitamin B12, in a light and fluffy consistency. Irish made, too. For stockists, see thehandmadesoapcompany.ie, €11.95

Champneys Spa manicure set DIY girls will love this neat little hands-on kit containing all the essentials for an at-home manicure, presented in a retro vanity case. From Boots, €47

Essie nail colour in Beyond Cosy

A high carat sparkle polish that adds a lustrous touch to nails.

From pharmacies,€9.99

Stylefile nail file

Filing nails to the perfect shape is easy with this specially curved tool. From Doc Morris

chemists, €6.50

Hand and nail goodies make perfect stocking fillers – the choice and price range is wide and you can choose from the pretty to the practical

Sally Hansen Insta-Dry

An anti-chip topcoat which dries in 30 seconds without affecting the colour of polish. €6.95

Decléor Aromessence Ongles A luxury concentrate of myrrh, lemon and parsley oils which is a real treat for nails. From Clerys, €53.90

Deborah

Lippmann nail lacquer in Boom Boom Pow Golden glitter polish containing 24 carat gold dust. From House of Fraser, €19.50

Brushwork

This gorgeous and practical brush set from Bobbi Brown certainly has the wow factor. The seven most popular brushes in the range have been travel sized and packaged in a chic case for on the go beautifying. €100 from Arnotts, Brown Thomas and House of Fraser