Guru Bobbi Brown sums up in one sentence what takes makeup artists and writers paragraphs to explain: “The most modern way to wear bright color is as an accent on an otherwise neutral face.” Yes ladies, that’s the secret to wearing everyday makeup this 2012.
For at least a decade, makeup has been predictable at around this time of the year. There have been two main makeup trends: classic Hollywood neutral eyes with red lips, and smoky eyes with nude lips.
I’m lucky I get to try new products every month. Although half of them are disappointing, there are those new discoveries I get excited to write about after having tried them.
Felix Nguyen, international makeup artist for Bobbi Brown cosmetics, never stops moving.
It was quite literally Foundation Day at Joya Loft’s South Tower after Bobbi Brown’s makeup team finished converting the space into a “house of foundation,” where the brand’s makeup base range was showcased.
We know the sun is damaging to the skin, but there are products out there that can help mitigate the damage. Of course, it’s always better to stay indoors, but that’s not realistic, too, now that it’s summer.
Before thinking of color—like marsala, Pantone color of the year—it is important to have the best nudes.
Taylor Swift’s “Bad Blood” music video is fierce in two ways: in the Quentin Tarantino-esque fighting and violence; and in the stunning, intense makeup looks that highlight not only the beauty, but also the ferocity of each of the famous leading ladies.
Felix Nguyen, Hong Kong-based assistant manager of education and makeup artist for Bobbi Brown Asia Pacific, was in town recently to give some lessons on career makeup and looks for the season.
The charming Nguyen has been with Bobbi Brown Cosmetics for four years and has been sharing his extensive knowledge throughout Asia Pacific, working tirelessly on photo shoots, revealing beauty secrets and makeup do’s and don’ts.
“At Fashion Week last month, it was all about illuminated skin, which has a lot to do with moisture, but you can fake it with lots of illumination products. We’re also noticing in the region that red and burgundy lips are just flying off the counters,” said Nguyen of Bobbi Brown.
