My Exclusive Interview with Tahan Lew

Tahan Lew is a beautiful and glamorous Australian model and television personality, widely recognised for Big Brother 2013, where she became one of the most loved and talked about female housemates, defying the odds to make it all the way to the final 3.  

Tahan 

Stoic, funny and engaging personality aside, while watching the show it was hard to deny Tahan's striking exotic blend of Malaysian and Aboriginal beauty. 

I recently had the pleasure of styling Tahan's makeup for the V8 Supercar Gala Awards and I was absolutely flawed by her charming nature and youthful natural beauty - she was a real joy to work with.  

Here, Tahan took the time to share her beauty routine, tips and favourite beauty products with our Beautiful Girl Makeup blog readers. Enjoy...

‪Laura:  Describe your makeup style?
‪Tahan:  I would say my make up style during the week for causal outings and work is very natural! I only use a bit a of MAC concealer with a bit of bronzer to blend in with my natural tan. Bit of pink blush (light), light eyeliner and then Blistex with lip liner lightly rubbed in. I cheat a lot for casual outings and that normally takes 10 mins if that. For night outs or special occasions I like the fake lashes look dark eye in terms of eyeliners around the eye light eye shadow pink blush and dark lip. I love a maroon lip colour with my complexion.

Tahan at V8 Supercars Gala Awards  -  Makeup by Laura Vazquez

‪Laura:  If you are going out for the day what would be your makeup routine?
Tahan:  I first wash my face, tone and moisturise. I always use a primer and then do the same as the above re concealer, eyeliner light bronzer to blend with my skin tone. Light blush and Blistex with a pinch of colour for the natural look. 
 
‪Laura:  What is your night time skin care routine?
Tahan:  I wash my face, tone and moisturise
 

‪Laura:  What is your favourite nail polish colour?
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Tahan: I love a deep maroon to match my lip colour or a clean French tip :)
 
Laura:   What are some of your favourite makeup brands?
Tahan:  MACL'Oreal Pairs
Revlon
Maybelline
Veil - Hourglass 
Nars 
CK lip liner
cicconecosmetics - lipsticks 
 
Laura:   What top 5 makeup products do you need in your makeup bag?
Tahan:  MAC Concealer
MAC mineralised skin finish natural powder
CK liner - russet 
Eyeliner 
Revlon - blush 
 
‪Laura:  What is your no 1 beauty secret/ tip?
Tahan:  Always cleanse your face, primer and always wash your make up off before you go to bed!
  
‪Laura:  Lastly, what makes you feel beautiful?
Tahan: I feel beautiful when I have clean fresh skin always after a nice facial and when my skin is clear mark and pimple free!  

Thanks Tahan, some really great insights that I am sure our readers will appreciate.

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.

Product Review - Estee Lauder Day Wear Sheer Tint Release Advance Multi-Protection Anti-Oxidant Moisturizer SPF 15

A favourite product of mine at the moment is the Estee Lauder Day Wear Sheer Tint Release.  I had been looking for a product like this for sometime; something designed to achieve a healthy and even complexion, that could also be worn during the day, with or without foundation.  I heard about this product from a fellow makeup artist and decided to try it out.

To the touch it has a light grey-ish colour with a grainy texture, but once applied it blends well and you quickly notice improvement in your skin tone.  It has a slight tint to it but doesn't give you full coverage; if 'full coverage' is something your looking for, then this product is best used under your foundation.  It also has a fresh pleasant mild scent, reminiscent of cucumber; if that is not your thing you may want to do a sniff test before purchasing.

What I love about this product is you can use it all year round. In summer you can wear it with a slick of mascara, a little cream blush and a touch of pretty gloss on your lips. Or during winter, when you want to liven up your complexion with a hint of colour, you can simply apply it as a base, under your foundation.

The only downside, if anything, is it only offers SPF 15 protection - given my usage I would have preferred a factor of  at least SPF 30. Saying that however, this product is a must have in my makeup bag. I'd be interested to know if you have tried it and what you think.


                                     

                                       

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.