My top five products for Make up that will last the day

1) Daniel Sandler Retextursing face primer - keeps make up on and smoothes fine lines and pores at the same time.

2) MAC eyepaints- I have used this fabulous product for years as an eyeshadow base and its still the best I have found for keeping shadows on all day and without creasing!

3) Daniel Sandler Watercolour blushers- Blusher no longer wears off by lunchtime! In a beautiful array of colours theres definitely one to suit every skintone and you will still have a healthy flush at midnight!

4) MAC splashproof Black mascara - tried and tested. An old favourite of mine.

5) Bobbi Brown Longwear gel eyeliner - Fabulously long wearing liner thats lasts well and comes in a great choice of colours.

A little blog from my recent Dubai trip.

A little bit of Henna fun on board a Dubai river cruise!

Bridal Make-up must have!

Daniel Sandler Retexturising primer -A little miracle in a tube!

I have tried numerous primer's but Daniel Sandler's is my favourite and an absoulute staple item in my make-up kit.

Moisturise skin as normal then apply a large pea sized amount to the face. Focus specifically around the eyes, mouth and forehead for an ultra smooth complexion.

Apply this silky light weight primer before foundation to keep make up in place all day and help foundation glide onto the skin smoothly.

This Primer is a colourless silicone based gel. It glides onto the skin like silk, is light reflecting and oil-free. The product is suitable for all skin types and really does smooth away fine lines and wrinkles for a flawless complexion.

£20.45 at http://www.beautique.com/

IN THE NEWS :GOLDEN GLOBES BEAUTY

Stunning Anne Hathaway dazzled at The Golden Globes in a low backed Armani gown. Hair worn loose and glossy complimented her beautiful feminine make-up.

Make-up Artist Kate Lee used mostly Chanel make up to achieve the look.

Skin: Chanel Sublimage Concentrate, NARS oil free pro prime, Chanel Vitalumiere foundation, kevyn Aucoin blusher, Chanel natural finish pressed powder.

Eyes: Chanel fluid iridescent eyeshadow in 'sand' (rose gold), blended with taupe in the socket line. Lahes were curled and Chanel Inimiatable waterproof black mascara applied.

Lips: Chanel Rouge Coco Lipstick in 'Maidmoiselle' and Chanel Coco Shine in 'Bel Amie'(availble in April).

IN THE NEWS: GOLDEN GLOBES BEAUTY

A belated Happy New Year! My first blog of 2011... oh dear I have been a bit slack but hope this makes up for it! What beter way to break back into blogging mode than to check out some of the Golden Globe beauties.

Natalie Portman scooped a Golden Globe for 'Best Actress' in the film 'Black Swan'. She looked beautiful in a pink 'Victor & Rolf 'dress with red flower and as the face of Miss Dior Cherie sported a beautifully flawless, luminous make-up at the awards.

Her Make up artist Sarai Fiszel achieved Natalie's look using Dior make-up.

Skin: Dior Hydra Life Sorbet Creme, Dior Skin Forever Extreme wear make-up #020 and Dior blush in 'Rosebud'.

Eyes: Dior five colour shadow (soft pinks) #018, Dior waterproof eyeliner in 'Trinidad black' Diorshow lash Maximizer, Diorshow Iconic mascara.

Lips: Dior Lipcolour 'Star fuchsia' #766

My year in pictures!

Bntm shoot the winner!

Some of this years brides getting ready on their big day!

Early starts are often the case on shoots so a good breakfast is a must!

Behind the scenes on a Shout magazine shoot...

Some of the delights I see at Location houses used for photoshoots...

A bit of kit!

Yesterday's Fashion & Beauty Shoot

Yesterday's shoot was all about pastels. Lots of denim outfits and ballerina style dresses. Very pretty, whimsical, girlie looks to come for spring 2011.

For the hair I did long loose waves and a pony tail with and without a quiff plus a high bun placing the hair around a doughnut ring. There was quite a few different looks mostly fifties inspired!

For the eye make up I used pale lilac and individual lashes for one look followed by yellow shadow with false lashes, then green eyeshadow and bright pink nails and to finish pale blue eyes...

Quite a busy day, one model but lots of changes plus we shot fashion as well as beauty.The image shows some of the products/colours used. The shoot will be out mid February for Shout Magazine.