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ALL OILED UP

One of my favorite skincare products has to be beauty oils because they are versatile, have long shelf life and come in all kinds of formula, scent and blend. Here are my 3 top recommendations.

Dyptique Precious Oils for Body and Bath is pretty self explanatory. You can use it on dry skin as a moisturizer or during bath time.

Duchess Marden Body Serum is essentially a fast drying oil which leaves your skin hydrated and delicately fragranced. I also use it on the end of my hair during winter days.

Nuxe Multi-Usage Dry Oil Golden Shimmer is simply a classic. J-Lo look anyone? The blend of oil and shimmers is just right. I use it quite often on location shoots.

TRADE SECRET

I consider myself as a loyal person. I’m faithful to the people and things that I like and feel connected to. I find comfort in knowing that these people and things are familiar, rooted and always trustworthy. But there’s also another side of me that is curious, willing to try anything new and ever so restless. I can’t be blamed for - it comes with my job.

The content of a professional makeup artist’s case is as varied as the life in the deep ocean. It’s filled with must-have products, latest finds, tricks & tips, an extra ounce of personal touch, and always different from one artist to the next. So without further due, I’d like to brag a little about my 5 latest beauty musts. (!!!)

Duchess Marden Face Crème: I can’t explain it - you just have to try it for yourself. The texture and consistency are just right. Recommended for all skin types.

Indu body lotion: thanks to my friend Alex who introduced me to this granola-lovey-dovey lotion which is made with all natural ingredients and essential oils like Geranium, Bergamot, Lavender, Lemon, Mandarin, Ylang Ylang and Rose. You can find it in selected yoga rooms nationwide or online.

Really Raw Honey: I don’t carry this in my makeup kit because realistically speaking, most photo shoots are limited with time so no time for mask. Yes that’s right! I use honey as a facial mask. Honey is a natural antiseptic which helps with healing burns and small cuts and can be used to help soothe and heal the skin. It’s also a humectant, which means it helps keep your skin moisturized.

Tribeca Acupuncture: this is another great recommendation from a friend. Dr Yusuf Ibrahim explained to me that no one dies from not getting acupuncture treatment but it certainly helps with one’s overall quality of life. Think of it as yoga for the internals. Did I forget to mention that he is also caring, informative and a big foodie?

Tata Harper Aromatic Stress Treatment: I dab few drops of this oil blend on my wrists before any makeup applications because it’s soothing and relaxing for myself and the subject. I also use it as an on-the-go fragrance with its easy roll-on applicator.