Ivy Thomson works for Trilogy as an in-house beauty specialist.
SKIN
I’m big on skincare – my night routine is removing makeup with a cleansing balm. Toning the skin with a spritz of toner before applying a couple of drops of my Trilogy Rosehip Oil Antioxidant +. I take a few minutes to let that drink into my skin before applying a night cream all over face, neck and décolletage. Can’t forget the neck and chest! I find those are the areas that often need the most love.
For mornings, I apply a lightweight serum to boost my skin before using an SPF day cream and then makeup.
Having fair skin, I am a big fan of sunscreen. I try to wear natural sunscreen where possible – so products that use a physical mineral block. Using a day cream with SPF is an easy way to get into the routine.
I find facials are a real treat and a great way to give your skin some TLC. It’s a great chance to exfoliate and experience high quality products. I love my facials from Beth at Pour Moi Beauty.
I believe good skin can be achieved through using the appropriate cleanser for skin type, regular gentle exfoliation to keep the skin radiant and glowing and using pure plant oils like Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil to deliver essential fatty acids for nourishment and repair. Keeping hydrated makes a big difference to my skin, I feel it within hours in my dry lips and skin if I have neglected to top up my water bottle.
MAKEUP
I have been interested in makeup for a while. Ten years ago I studied to become a makeup artist, and then worked in the makeup industry for five years.
Makeup is a passion for me so it’s hard to pick a favourite product – a great concealer and foundation can really work wonders for evening out skin tone. I love Bare Minerals serum concealer and mineral powder foundation from Mecca. I can achieve any coverage I desire from light to full with these two products.
Blush is my instant pick me up product. I never stray from a perfect neutral pink – I love Jane Iredale Mineral Blush in Barely Rose. And a bit of bronzer to boost my fair complexion – Nars Laguna or Bare Mineral Faux tan are fantastic.
My favourite everyday neutral pink/peach lipsticks are MAC Faux and Karen Murrell Orchid Bloom. I love all the Karen Murrell colours.
In my bag, you’ll find mineral powder for on the go touch ups and a handful of lipsticks and liners – nudes, pinks and a red. Changing lipstick can transform any look quickly. I’m guilty of carrying around too many lipsticks but at least I’m prepared for any occasion.
I keep it minimal (for my standards) on weekends; always using my Trilogy Vital Moisturising SPF 15 Day Cream, some mineral powder, bit of blush and some mascara if I remember. I do enjoy the chance to have a bit of time to do my makeup if going out for dinner or an event – then I will spend the time to apply false lashes, eye shadow and the works.
HAIR
I use Kevin Murphy Angel Wash shampoo and conditioner for my fine, colour-treated hair. They smell divine and work wonderfully to keep my colour fresh.
NAILS
Yes, I get regular shellac pedicures but I enjoy painting my own and freshening up the colour every week or two. I love longwear nail polish like OPI Infinite Shine or Vinylux as they really do last seven to 10 days. I couldn’t go back to using normal polish! A recent favourite find is the OPI Plumping top coat – it gives my nails a shellac-like finish, keeps them super shiny and I find it prevents chipping.
I like to keep my hands neutral, so a good soft pink or if I’m feeling adventurous, maybe a pastel lilac.
FRAGRANCE & BODY
I love Jo Malone fragrance – Wood Sage & Sea Salt and English Pear & Freesia. Or when I’m wanting a natural fragrance pick me up I enjoy applying Petalhead Moon Flower No.3 Parfum Oil.
I can’t go past Trilogy Botanical Body wash – I adore the natural fragrance as it’s soothing and energising at the same time. It leaves my skin clean and nourished – it’s a habitual repeat product for my house!
LIFESTYLE
I always travel with a hydrating mist spray – they are the perfect pick me up for flights or travel of any length, to give the skin a hydration boost and a delightful essential oil fragrance to freshen up after basking in cabin air. If possible I like to take a travel-size cleanser and moisturiser to wash and refresh for long haul or stop overs – it’s amazing how even just washing and freshening up your face can refresh and revive you.
I absolutely love shopping for beauty! I thoroughly enjoy checking out new products and innovations in skincare and cosmetics. Overseas I enjoy shopping at Sephora and Credo for a great selection of beauty products. Locally I enjoy Mecca, Farmers and pharmacies to see what’s new.
I can’t stand dry, chapped lips so I always have a tin of Trilogy Everything Balm. I use it for everything! Dry lips, dry hands, cuticle treatments, and fluffy fly aways after a hair wash. Perfect travel product for those reasons too.
Tidy, groomed eyebrows are a must – I love Anastasia Dip brow with a fine angle brush, some strategic concealer blended with my Beauty Blender, dusting on some mineral power and a pop of uplifting blush and lipstick. Keeping in mind I am a makeup artist so I understand that’s not everyone’s super quick fix but I do believe with the right products and tools that’s everything you need.
In the past, I’ve been guilty of wearing foundation that was too heavy; I have learnt over the years that when my skin is radiant and healthy I feel more confident to wear less foundation. So I focus on using great skin care to keep my skin healthy and then enjoy makeup where I want.Read more at:mermaid prom dresses | backless evening dresses
