I've always been an avid pursuer of the "French aesthetic" (hence my blog name), especially in terms of fashion, accessories, and even décor. However, it's only been recently that I've been learning about and exploring French makeup styles. Perhaps it's because of my constant exposure to Into the Gloss interviews which usually feature those naturally chic interviewees, but I feel that it was just a matter of time for me realize this side of the beauty world. If you're not familiar with French makeup, it's essentially a "less is more" approach, while still being quite apparant and bold, yet in an effortlessly chic way. I've personally never been one for the whole "Insta-glam" makeup styles, but I have been inclining to a more minimalistic approach lately. Here are the products that I have been recently wearing on a daily basis to exude that French allure.
Foundation. I used to be devoted to matte, full-coverage foundations, but after realizing that I don't really need that coverage nor finish, I began to embrace a more natural base. For that, a cushion foundation is perfect since they are usually quite natural and light on the skin with a bit of dewy glow. The Laneige BB Cushion Hydra Radiance Foundation (review here) is what I have been using the most recently for that natural base, all in a quick and easy application.
Glow. As I mentioned in my recent blog post, glowy skin is something that I have been recently dedicated to - and I mean all-over glow, not just cheekbone glow. That's why my current favourite product is the Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder in "Luminous Light" (review here) which is a luminous powder product, but can be applied all over the face for an ethereal "lit from within" glow. If you prefer cream products, however, I also do sometimes use the Glossier Haloscope in "Quartz" (review here) which is a cream highlighter that can also be used around the entire face. Either way, you get that beautiful elegant glow that isn't stark or unnatural.
Eyes. What I've noticed from my constant "research" over French beauty, is the lack of eyeshadow - or even mascara. That's very different from the majority of the beauty world, but it is still a style in itself, albeit a minimalistic one. Personally, going out with mascara is only applicable for when I gorun errands; in all honestly, I just cannot be comfortable not wearing mascara out for long. However, the lack of eyeshadow is one that I typically conform to. Plus, the natural eye look even extends to the brows: a simply groom rather than a dramatic, filled-in brow. The Rimmel Brow This Way Brow Gel really does suffice for me personally as it gives me shape which is really all I need. In fact, I've begun to embrace my sparse brows; now, for me, feather-y, natural brows are my thing.
Lips. This is where it gets bold and where it pretty much compensates for the natural makeup we've got going on everywhere else. French makeup is often synonymous to a red lip which I've always loved. Any red will do: a firetruck red; a deep ruby red; an orange-red, etc. My favourite is the Too Faced Melted Matte Liquid Lipstick in "Lady Balls" (review here) which is the most beautiful, velvet-looking blood red. It definitely steals the show.
Nails. I'm personally pro "nails matching lips", so I do appreciate a red lip + red nails combo. It's optional, of course, but if you're interested, my favourite red is Essie "Russian Roulette": the perfect true red - foolproof.
There you have it! You can just picture it: natural, glowy skin; minimal eye makeup; plus a bold red lip. C'est très chic!
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