Ep 340 – Are You Applying Your Makeup The Right Way? With Reese Witherspoon’s Makeup Artist Molly R. Stern
July 3, 2024
“I’m very into seeing the woman as she actually is.” This week we get a masterclass in less-is-more makeup with Emmy-nominated celeb makeup artist Molly R. Stern! For over three decades, Molly has aced the art of enhancing the natural beauty of her power women clientele (everyone from Reese Witherspoon to Maya Rudolph, Julia Roberts and more.) Listen in as Molly shares her best tips on colour theory, expert blending and more for minimal makeup that delivers maximum effect.
Tune in to learn about:
- Why skin prep is a big deal – and the one tool Molly’s obsessed with to bring a natural glow to skin
- Why her signature “flushed” look begs the question: “Did that person just come out of a closet making out with someone?”
- The makeup artist’s favourite hack for “lash detailing” mascara to achieve fluffy lashes
- Her “blush-a-holic” tri-colour blush application technique
- The one luxury blush that Carlene and Molly are both swooning over
- Molly’s best tip for seamlessly covering a zit
- Why she’s warmed up to the idea of makeup primers – a category she once loathed
- Her favourite budget-friendly eyeshadow
Mentioned In This Episode
*Some Affiliate Links Below*
- Natura Bisse Diamond Luminous Perfecting Serum
- Natura Bisse Diamond Extreme Light Texture Cream
- Saint Jane Beauty Radiance Refresh Antioxidant Serum
- Pause Well-Aging Fascia Stimulating Tool
- Jillian Dempsey Gold Sculpting Bar
- Bdellium Tools Maestro 987 Face Blending Brush
- Chantecaille Future Skin Gel Oil-Free Foundation
- Wedge Makeup Sponges
- Armani Luminous Silk Hydrating Primer
- Eisenberg Paris Perfecteur Teint Express
- Kryolan Anti-Shine Powder
- Tatcha The Liquid Silk Canvas
- MAC Studio Fix 24-Hour Smooth Wear Concealer
- Shu Uemura Petal 55 Foundation Brush
- Shu Uemura Kolinsky Eyeliner Brush
- Shu Uemura Natural Brush
- Shu Uemura Petal 30r Blush Brush
- Laura Mercier Cheek Color Brush
- Bdellium Tools Foundation Brush
- Bdellium Tools Powder Brush
- Bdellium Tools Studio 731 Mascara Fan Brush
- Nars Powder Blush – Sex Appeal
- Dior Backstage Rosy Glow Blush – Poppy Coral
- Dior Backstage Rosy Glow Blush – Rosewood
- Dior Backstage Rosy Glow Blush – Coral
- Dior Backstage Rosy Glow Blush – Pink
- Milk Makeup Sculpt Cream Contour Stick
- Ilia Beauty Skin Rewind Blurring Foundation And Concealer Complexion Stick
- Laura Mercier Creme Cheek Colour Blush – Blaze
*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*
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