For 3.1 Phillip Lim's show, lead makeup artist Francelle Daly said she wanted to create "really supple skin." So, she first applied NARS Luminous Moisture Cream followed by a layer of NARS Radiant Cream Compact Foundation. Lastly, to keep everything in place and add a hint of shine she set the look using Light Reflecting Setting Powder.
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Charlotte Ronson
Backstage at Charlotte Ronson, Sara Biria, lead makeup artist for Sephora, said: "It's all about moisture. We're using Korres Pure Cloud cream followed by Korres Pore Minimizer. We're not using foundation -- just tinted moisturizer -- so it's important that the skin looks healthy."
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Victoria Beckham
To achieve an authentic no-makeup makeup look at Victoria Beckham's show, artists first applied MAC Prep + Prime Moisture Infusion as a base. Next, they lightly dotted MAC Pro Longwear Concealer only where needed and finally added a bit of polish by lightly dusting MAC Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder.
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Theysken's Theory
"Train yourself to never touch your face, and always do your makeup with clean hands," MAC Cosmetics makeup artist James Kaliardos said backstage at Theysken's Theory. He recommends applying toner, moisturizer, and then serums, which he says will create that glowing-from-within effect.
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Pamella Roland
At Pamella Roland, lead makeup artist Matin Maulawizada said a fresh, makeup-free look was key to balancing the collection's bold accents. After applying a primer base, he used a blend of Laura Mercier Foundations and the brand's Secret Camouflage concealer to create a flawlessly even skin tone. He used a light layer of Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder to ensure the look stayed put and added a mix of Laura Mercier Cheek Colour in Sweet Mandarin and Blaze for a slight flush on the cheeks.
We all know re-touching is the secret to models' flawless complexions in magazines and on TV, but there is no Photo Shopping a live fashion show. So why haven't we seen one blemish or ruddy complexion coming down the catwalk?
It's not because the Fall 2013 shows have been piling on dramatic layers of makeup -- just the opposite in fact. Makeup artists are using tinted moisturizers, BB creams, or in some cases forgoing face makeup all together -- and the models still look stunning. Obviously this deserves some investigating.
To get the lowdown on the natural makeup trend dominating New York Fashion Week, we asked the experts backstage exactly how they were creating those radiant complexions without using buckets of concealer. Keep reading to find out what they shared.
