My Exclusive Interview with Kate Ritchie

I recently had the pleasure of interviewing my friend, the beautiful Kate Ritchie. I have known Kate for a number of years, having worked together on 'Home & Away', and I can wholeheartedly say this young lady absolutely radiates elegant style and beauty.  

Kate Ritchie is well loved for her iconic role as Sally on' Home and Away'. A two-time Gold Logie award winning Actress, TV presenter and Radio personality, she has also starred in numerous acclaimed TV dramas, including 'Underbelly - A Tale Of Two Cities', where she was praised for her standout performance as Judi Kane. 

Beyond being gorgeous and multi talented, Kate absolutely nails it in the style department, having topped many of the best-dressed Hair/Makeup lists. Kate graciously took the time to share some of her treasured beauty tips with me and our readers.

Laura: Describe your makeup style?

Kate: I would say it is classic if not a little conservative! Meaning I need to be pushed to try the latest looks. I have only just succumbed to a vibrant lip and even then sometimes wipe it off before leaving the house! I think applying makeup should be about complimenting your best features and bringing them to the forefront rather than having something to hide behind or swamp you. The more natural you can be. The better!

Laura: If you are going out for the day what would be your makeup routine?

Kate: I never leave the house without applying a sunscreen and right now it's a lather of Dermalogica Pure Light SPF30. I try to wear as little makeup as possible on my non-working days and find a combed strong brow, lashings of mascara, a peachy cheek with a cream blush (nothing sparkly!) and a lip balm (try Vaseline Lip Therapy) does me just fine. On my bad days I'll be needing some concealer too!

Laura: What is your night time skin care routine?

Kate: On my face I am currently using the Rationale line of skin care. I love it because it has done wonders for my skin but they also number the tubs and bottles so I know in which order to apply everything and when I am usually hopeless with remembering those things this is a life/time saver! Morning and night, once I jump out of the shower I always moisturise the skin all over my body. It is part of my routine. Like brushing my teeth. At night though, I love to use Vaseline Total Moisture Cocoa Glow. The smell is delicious! And the feel is luxurious.

Laura: What is your favourite nail polish colour?

Kate: My oldest most favourite would be OPI 'Lincoln Park After Dark'. My new faves are Mecca Cosmetica in 'Timandra', Chanel in 'Frenzy' and Tom Ford in 'Dominatrix'!

Laura: What are some of your favourite makeup brands? 

Kate: Ooh. I have so many. A makeup store is like a lolly shop to me! I love Tom Ford. They have the most amazing foundation sticks and powders and the hottest lipsticks. All the packaging is so sexy too! NARS do the most beautiful Velvet Matte Lip Crayons. I always renew this product in my own kit and recently had one in my makeup bag on the set of Home and Away. Bobbi Brown, MAC Cosmetics, Estee Lauder etc.

Laura: What top 5 makeup products do you need in your makeup bag? 

Kate:- 

* A foundation that you've had matched to your skin tone by a professional. For example, the gorgeous Ms Vazquez!

* A mascara that you change regularly. Right now, I am using Estee Lauder Sumptuous Two Tone.

* YSL Touché Éclat is perfection

* ModelCo's Liquid Buds. Quite possibly the best invention ever! I always pop one in my clutch before a night out and can clean up any dropped eye shadow or liner in a flash.

AND

* Clean brushes and sponges. To avoid all those nasty breakouts and stop them hanging around!

Laura: What is your no 1 beauty secret/tip?

Kate: I doubt it is a secret but I suggest every girl (or boy!) should invest in a high end foundation in a perfectly matched shade to your skin tone. If you can buy two.. Do it! One darker shade and one lighter so you can mix accordingly depending on the time of year and your natural tan. If you can master the perfect base you can never go wrong! My other tip is to fuel your body well and your skin will reward you.

Kate thank you so much for giving us insight into your beauty routine as well as sharing your beauty tips here at Bgirl Makeup.

About the author: Laura Vazquez, the owner of Beautiful Girl Makeup (Bgirl Makeup), is a successful actress/presenter, professional makeup artist, spokesperson and beauty blogger.  For more information, contact Beautiful Girl Makeup here.