The Clinique counter was better than I expected. The health standards were great, the staff were friendly, and they gave a great makeover including skincare and make-up advice.
When we arrived we were greeted by Jovanna our make-up artist who asked us to take a seat in a nice corner of the counter. She has worked for Clinique for two years and is a fully qualified make-up artist, as well as being in house trained. The makeover took around 45 minutes and was very thorough.
Consultation:
Firstly, Jovanna asked some general questions about the models skin like her skin care routine and any specific worries. She used a computer to decide on the models skin type and then gave advice on what the model should do. The computer correctly identified that the models skin was normal with an oily T-Zone.
Jovanna then told the model that she should use face masks 2-3 times a week and exfoliate, as this helps the moisturiser get through to the new skin cells.
She then removed the models make-up with eye make-up remover and cleansing milk using fresh cotton buds and cotton pads.
Every product was put on to a clean tissue and never used straight from the tub showing great hygiene procedures. She finished by applying moisturiser on to the models clean face.
Make-up application (natural look):
Jovanna started the makeover by applying the concealer using a clean brush; she applied it under and around the eye. Next she applied the foundation after matching it to the models skin. Again, like all the other counters, she checked the tone on the models chin. Lastly, to set the base, she lightly applied a face powder with a powder brush.
The eyebrows were next on the list and Jovanna cleaned an eyebrow pen in front of us to validate their cleanliness. She then applied it to the models eyebrows to define them.
Jovanna started applying the eyeshadow by covering the eye lid from the inner to outer corner and up to the brow bone in 'Daybreak'. Next she applied 'Foxy' on the outer corner of the eye blending it outwards and up in to the socket line. It was all blended to give it a natural look and cleaned up with a cotton bud after to give a clean finish.
Jovanna then applied black eyeliner closely to the eye lashes to give them a thicker look. She then blended the eyeliner with a sponge brush so it looked natural. Lastly she applied some black mascara to the eye lashes using a clean disposable wand.
For the cheeks Jovanna used a pink colour and brushed it on to the apples of the cheeks. Then she applied a light bronzer to the whole face not forgetting the neck to avoid lines. Lastly, she applied a lipstick which she scraped on to a pallet and then used a brush to apply.
Make-up application (night wear):
To transform the make-up in to something you could go out and party in, Jovanna used a range of eye shadows to create the desired look. 'Peacock' was applied to the eyelid just above the eye lashes. Next she used 'Midnight' on the outer corners and eye socket for more definition and to make the eyes pop. To highlight the brow bone Jovanna applied 'Outbreak' and blended it together with the other shadows.
To define the eyes more for an evening look, Jovanna applied black eyeliner on the eyelid near the eye lashes from the inner corner right across to the outer corner, where she pulled it out into a flick. She then applied it to the bottom of the eye pulling from near the lower eye lashes outer edge to about half way into the eye.
Products:
Take the day off cleansing milk £15.50
Lips and lashes make-up remover £14.00
Super balanced make-up teint £20.00
Perfectly real foundation (02) £20.00
Airbrush concealer pen £15.00
Stay matte sheer pressed powder (02) £19.00
Super fine liner for blonde brows £11.00
Eye shadow Daybreak (310) £13.00
Eye shadow Foxy (404) £13.00
Eye shadow Peacock (325) £13.00
Quick liner for eyes Black £13.00
High impact mascara Black £14.50
Rough Aglow (101) £18.50
Sweet honey lipstick (96) £14.00
Almost bronzer SPF 15 £19.00
