Licorice leaf extract for voluminous lips, sucrose for makeup removal and silicon for the effect of glued eyelashes - Yekaterina Ponomareva, the chief makeup artist of MAC in Russia and the CIS, knows everything about the brand's iconic products and shares her favorite names.
Ekaterina Ponomareva
Leading makeup artist MAC in Russia and the CIS
1) Strobe Cream
My favorite moisturizer! Its composition has not changed since 2000, because it is perfect: the grape extract brightens the skin, and the nacre particles visually smooth the surface and give a natural glow. Strobe Cream is suitable for all skin types, which is why it is so convenient to use backstage with dozens of models.
2) Wipes
I have tried different makeup remover wipes - I think these are the best. It contains sucrose, it dissolves even waterproof products and removes them without streaks. One napkin is enough for the whole face. Wipes was loved by everyone to whom I advised them - friends, colleagues, stars.
3) Fix + Thermal Water
This thermal water does not spoil the makeup, but "shrinks" it on the face. I spray it on the skin of the models to increase the brightness of the products. Caffeine and green tea literally "invigorate" the skin: relieve redness and irritation, refresh well in the middle of the day. The moisturizing ingredients work like a nourishing lotion.
4) Face & Body Foundation
The favorite cream of makeup artists behind the scenes of Fashion Weeks. Face & Body has a water base, which makes it easy to apply with your fingers. The coating is thin but durable and the texture is like a satin fabric. Face & Body should be known to every beautician - this foundation does not dry out the skin, lies flat, does not require adjustment during the day and is barely felt.
5) Pro Longwear Nourishing Waterproof Foundation
This foundation works for two: thanks to a dense and rich layer, it replaces concealer and completely covers imperfections. Water Resistant Formula - Pro Longwear keeps its natural and fresh look until you remove your makeup. Pro Longwear fights dry skin with moisturizing particles.
6) Mower Palette Studio Finish Pro Concealer And Correct Palette
My palette of thick concealers for all occasions. Dark circles under the eyes, bruises and even tattoos - I am ready to face any imperfections of clients and models. The palette contains six colors, from refreshing pink to milk chocolate.
7) Zoom Lash
A mascara that you can trust with the fashionable effect of "glued" eyelashes. Panthenol creates a protective coating and is responsible for care, vitamin E nourishes the eyelashes from the roots, and silicon particles give them volume.
8) Upward Lash
I use this mascara for a beautiful curl and thick lash effect. A brush paints over each eyelash, and carnauba wax in the mascara envelops them with an elastic film - it is responsible for volume.
9) Retro Matte Liquid Lipstick
The coating is matte and resistant - the look is preserved for 8 hours. The secret behind this famous liquid Retro Matte matte effect lies in the clay particles. The color on the lips is the same as on the lipstick lid - rich and bright. Retro Matte never spreads, you can eat, drink and laugh. The leaf-shaped applicator applies lipstick evenly and smoothly.
10) Plushglass
Extracts of lemon, pepper and licorice leaves (like in Finnish sweets) make lips plump and youthful. The coating is transparent, nutritious and comfortable. The Plushglass trick is that the volume appears gradually, you will be satisfied with the look of your lips all day.
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