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MAC Makeup Master Gordon Espinet

I’ve been playing with make up since I was 12 years old. I’ve done it professionally for more than three decades, but I still love to watch other amazingly talented Makeup Masters at work. They make it seem so effortless, they share their favorite techniques and products and inspire us to experiment. It’s only makeup and it does wash off.

It seems that everyone I work with seems to be totally fascinated with eyelashes! Lash Junkies are plentiful. What is our fascination with eyelashes, real or faux? It makes us feel sexy, youthful, glamorous. But, we don’t always have the time or the desire to apply false eyelashes.  I still swear by three coats of  a real great mascara.  One coat just won’t do it.

I haven’t tried MAC’s new Haute & Naughty Mascara, but I love what Makeup Artist, Gordon Espinet does so effortlessly. Not only is this a great video to show you how quickly you can change from one look to another, you see just how easy it is to create that sought after cat’s eye liner effect.

The Magenta Madness and Sushi Flower Pink may be a little too edgy for some, but you can model this look with colors that you are already using, and update your look by just shifting the way you line your eyes. www.maccosmetics.com

The perfect tool for makeup enthusiasts looking for professional airbrush results at home. The system is compact and light and can easily slip into your countertop makeup collection. This consumer version of the professional unit features foundation, blush, and highlight “pods” which eliminate the trouble of mixing shades and cleaning the system with each use. With 12 shades of foundation, it should be easy to match your skin tone. However, be sure to go to a Sephora to have one of the consultants help you pick your closest shade. The system emits a gentle mist and the pressure is adjustable though I keep mine cranked at the highest setting. I would like to see a little more power, but the current system does get the job done in about five minutes plus drying time.

The pods can be a little tricky to remove and replace and if you choose to use the TEMPTU blush, you will need to make a switch during your makeup application. I find that if I apply my usual concealer before airbrushing, the TEMPTU system provides nearly seamless coverage of my dark circles. While I do like the foundation pods, I found that the Retouch Foundation was significantly lighter in color than the airbrushed version and did not produce similar results. Because the system produces more sheer coverage, I would recommend using a silicon-based primer (I like Smashbox Photo Finish Color Correcting Foundation Primer) to keep your look fresh for hours. And be sure to let the product dry on your face before applying other makeup or powders. The system is not inexpensive by any means and with replacement pods priced around $30, regular use of the system could be pricey if you prefer heavier coverage. However, because Sephora (which is the only TEMPTU retailer) offers exchanges and refunds for 60 days after product purchase, it could be worth the initial investment to experiment for up to two months. Overall, I would only recommend the product to makeup enthusiast who truly enjoy experimenting with their look and who enjoy taking time each day to create a flawless face.

Available Exclusively at Sephora
TEMPTU® AIRbrush Makeup System$225
TEMPTU AIR pod™ Foundation$55

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