How to Achieve the 'Dewy Face' Makeup Trend

The typical summer trend of dewy skin has come early this year. Get it right and you will appear glowing and healthy, get it wrong, however, and you will look greasy. It's a fine line which can be easily crossed. Don't take any chances and follow these tips to get this trend spot-on...

1. Prime 
This doesn't mean slapping on a primer just before you apply your makeup, it's about sticking to a quality skincare regime so that your skin is naturally primed.  Moisturisation is a must...there's no way the dewy trend is going to work with dry, flaky skin. Find a moisturiser that is best suited to your skin type...I recommend Sakare Hydrating Mineral Complex Moisturiser as it is suited to a wide range of skin types and has additional anti-ageing benefits. Once you have cleansed, toned, and moisturised your prepped canvas is ready for the next stage...



2. Foundation
Avoid thick, matte foundations, and opt for lightweight, moisture rich ones instead. I love Bourjois Healthy Mix Serum. It's an ultra-light, radiance-enhancing foundation that also offers decent coverage. Apply with a foundation brush, working up to your desired look.





















3. Blush 
In keeping with the natural look, choose blush in a peachy-creamy shade that won't make too much of a statement. You want to look naturally flushed, and so liquid or cream based blushes are a good option. Apply with fingers or a beauty sponge. Maybelline Face Studio Master Glaze (in Coral) will help you get the look.



4. Highlight
The most important thing to remember here is to use sparingly and only on the tops of your cheekbones. Avoid products with glitter or that are too oily. Urban Decay Naked Illuminated is a safe bet.

Why 2016 is the Year to get Healthy (and this means your skin too)

I have lost count of the number of times at new year I have promised myself a new healthy start and it just hasn't happened. Taking up a new fad diet or intense exercise regime on the first of January every year unsurprisingly just never stuck and so eventually I gave up trying. This year I have discovered that the road to success starts with something that those workout DVDs and magazines won't tell you about: moderation.

Here's how you can stop feeling guilty about breaking your new year's resolutions and start taking steps towards a more well-rounded, healthier you:

Body - Yes everyone wants to beat the bulge after Christmas but it doesn't mean that your only option is to start the cabbage soup diet. You may lose weight on a fad regime but it will all backfire when you put all the weight back on once you stop. The key is to allow yourself to eat everything you want but only in moderation. Listing foods as "forbidden" in your mind will only make you want them more! Regular exercise is not only good for losing weight, but also for keeping you healthy. If you feel the need to start going to an intense spin class everyday after work then by all means do it but it doesn't have to be all or nothing. Do something everyday that makes you break a sweat, it could even be a quick walk around the neighbourhood, a game of tennis, or running after small children! Doing a little something on a regular basis will make you feel healthier and happier.

Mind - Let's cut to the chase...you're not going to completely change your personality or outlook on life in those few seconds between the 31st December and the 1st of January. What you can do is start listening to yourself and working out what it really is that you want to make happen this year. Find some "quiet time" for yourself every day to sit and reflect on things...no tv, phones, or conversations...just you and your mind.

Skin - I can't stress the importance of having a good skincare regime in place. If you still haven't invested in one then now is the time. Looking after your skin will not only keep it healthy and protect against the signs of ageing, but will make you feel pampered and taken care of. A skincare regime doesn't have to consist in a hundred different stages taking up your whole evening, just a simple cleanse, tone, and moisturise will suffice. Your face is something worth investing in and so spending more on a luxury brand will pay off in the long run. I recommend my favourite brand, Sakare, as their products are of the highest quality and get visible results in a short space of time.