Beauty

Compiled by PHYL CLARKE

I can't live without . . . LESLEY KEANE Senior make-up artist for MAC Cosmetics, who will be working her magic backstage at the IFTA's tonight

Mac’s New Prep Prime Moisture Infusion (€39). Due to central heating and the cold weather, skin is prone to getting really dry. This new serum plumps up and balances the skin. It gives instant results, which is perfect for when I’m backstage. After applying, I then go over with a moisturiser and then the skin is perfect for applying make-up. It also helps get rid of fine lines. It is the red carpet weapon which I will be using at the IFTAs this weekend.

Mac’s Lingering Brow Pencil (€16.50). The perfect brow colour for blondes. I have no brows, which can look scary, so when I’m running out the door and I have no make-up on, I just apply this and it looks really natural. This season it’s all about the straight boy-brow so I’ve used this a lot backstage and on editorial shoots. It also complements a classic red lip, perfect for any red carpet or glam event.

My Blackberry. I have my life on my Blackberry. I wouldn’t know what to do without it. From my portfolio to a schedule that changes every day, it has everything I need on it. If I lost it, I would have no idea what to do or where I was supposed to be.

High-end and high street Deschanel gets it right

It’s awards season and here’s Zooey Deschanel mixing couture and high street to great effect at the recent Golden Globe awards. No expense was spared on her custom-made Prada gown encrusted with black and green glass pearls, but when it came to her face, (inspired by 1960s TV Avenger Emma Peel), make-up artist Jorjee Douglass reached for Rimmel. Zooey’s skin looks flawless with Match Perfect Foundation, with Lash Accelerator giving her lashes va-va-voom. The winning touch is the nude lips which keep everything fresh and modern. Just goes to show that you don’t have to spend a fortune to look like a million dollars.

Coming up roses

Love is in the air and no flower comes close to conveying the sentiment like the romantic rose. Wouldn’t it be great to receive a lovely bouquet next Tuesday paired with one of the items featured here? Please note: you may have to place this page strategically under someone’s nose for the desired outcome.

Infused with damask rose oil, Dr. Hauschka Rose Body Moisturiser is a scented skin treat that absorbs quickly and balances moisture levels. €24.95

With its retro-style purse clasp and a cheerful print, this cosmetics bag ticks the boxes for on-the-go gorgeousness. €16 at Marks & Spencer

Jo Malone’s Red Roses Fragrance Chronicle pairs the main rose scent with three different layering options to create individual effects. She’ll love it. €84

Perfumed with the scent of four roses, L’Occitane’s Rose 4 Reines hand cream is enriched with shea butter for extra moisture. €10.50

La Roseraie Blush complexion powder is the jewel in Lancôme’s spring collection. Artistic director Aaron de Mey uses fresh pinks and peach shades to brighten and warm the complexion, with a clever hint of green mother-of-pearl to tone down any redness. €45

Essie has nailed it with Rose Bowl, sweeter and fresher than red, with a great creamy finish. €11

Smith’s Rosebud Salve has been around for more than 100 years and the soothing balm for dry skin is now available in Ireland. €8.95 at Arnotts and smithsrosebud.ie