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4 116 For extra volume, as you blowdry hair, brush it in

the opposite direction from how it naturally falls. ‘Use a paddle brush for best results,’ says Andrea Martinelli, of the award-winning HOB salon in London.

7A dusting of hair powder is the simplest way to add va va voom. Work in Tresemmé 24 Hour Body Sky High Plumping Powder, £5.50 (available nationwide), for big results.

After shampooing, crack an egg on your head and massage in for 2 minutes before rinsing with warm water. It’s a great, cheap gloss-booster!

For Your Hair

Get your locks smoother for longer with new John Frieda Frizz-Ease 3-day Straight Semi-Permanent Styling Spray, £6.99 for 100ml (from Boots). It promises frizz- free tresses for up to 72 hours.

For Your ComPlexion

Face powder can add years to your complexion, settling lines and making skin look dry. So swap your compact for some blotting papers.

Beat static with a natural bristle brush. Kent CSMS Natural Bristle Cushion Brush, £17 (01442 232623), is one of the best out there. As well as combating static, it will help you create a smoother blowdry.

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flattering to use illuminating products to define your cheekbones than to contouryour face with flat shades of brown.

A foundation brush will help achieve a flawless finish. The one by Max Factor, £10 (from Boots), does the job a treat.

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Suffer from redness? Try Clinique Redness Solutions Targeted Corrector, £15 (www.clinique.co. uk), a yellow- based concealer that neutralises red tones.

‘If you want extra volume, apply a little mousse before blowdrying your hair. Once it’s dried, work some more through the crown and dry again for even more body,’ says top stylist Lee Stafford

Primer perfects the appearance of skin like nothing else. With a patented smoothing formula, Shu Uemura UV Under Base Mousse, £28 (020 7235 2375), works like magic to give you a flawless finish.

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in just 3–5 minutes with the Orofluido Mask, £13.99 for 250ml (020 8399 5624; www.orofluido.net). For best results, use 2-3 times a week.

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Covering blemishes with a concealer that’s a less-than-perfect match can draw attention to the very thing you’re trying to disguise. Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage, £26 (0800 123 4000), has two blendable colours in one compact. And there are eight to choose from.

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Brighten dull skin with a sweep of balm. We love Advanced Formula Peptides Firm & Lift Beauty Balm, £9.50 for 50ml (M&S), which leaves skin looking smooth and radiant.

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and warm pinks are more flattering to most complexions. ‘They give a healthy, more youthful look,’ says make-up artist Kia Hansen.

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Apply your foundation right down to your décolleté – especially if you have age spots or are prone to reddening in that area.

Fill in fine lines and smooth any crinkles with a lip primer. Urban Decay Lip Primer Potion, £10.50 (from Debenhams), is tailormade for the job.

For Your liPS

Keep your smile bright with stain-busting White Glo Coffee & Tea Drinkers Formula, £3.99 (from Boots).

For Your eYeS21 Revive tired

peepers by applying a little

light-reflecting concealer in a ‘V’ shape on your cheeks, just beneath your eyes. Benefit Erase Paste, £18.50 (0800 496 1084), does the job a treat,’ says Kia.

A sweep of eyeliner along the lashline creates instant chic – especially when you finish with a flick. If you’re a liner novice, invest in the Ellis Faas Eyeliner Pen, £21 (from Space NK). Its ultra-fine brush is perfect for precision application – even if you’ve had no practice.

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you feel made up sometimes is a sweep of mascara. You’d be hard pressed to find anything better than Mac False Lashes, £17.50 (0870 034 2676), for boosting length and volume.

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Black kohl and liner can make dark circles look worse. If you’re going for a smoky look, swap black for browns, purples or dark blues instead.

16Don’t overdo the blusher. ‘Sweep a light dusting over your cheekbones and down the centre of your face, where you’d naturally catch the sun,’ says Kia.

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Choosing an eye colour that contrasts with your outfit can give a dramatic finish – and it’s bang on trend for this season’s ’70s look. So ditch the neutrals and go for bold. Don’t overdo it – just a gentle touch of colour.

If you’re using a dark shade on your lids, be sure to lighten the middle – it makes eyes look bigger!

Keep a pair of tweezers in your make-up bag and you can catch those pesky stragglers anytime, anywhere. We love the limited-edition Tweezerman In The Garden Mini Slant Tweezer, £12 (0845 262 1731; www.tweezerman.co.uk).

18 Bright lips are big news this summer. But how to keep your colour for longer? The answer is Revlon Just Bitten, £7.99 (0800 085 2716). Like felt-tip pen, this innovative lip stain stays put for hours.

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For Your BoDYIt doesn’t matter how fab your polish is – if your cuticles look dry and snarled, you’re not well manicured. Remedy the problem with regular applications of Avon Nail Experts Lavender Cuticle Oil, £5 (www.avonshop.co.uk).

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little length at the sides will give extra strength,’ says Martin John.

For a stylish change, try one of the new textured varnishes such as Body Collection Crystal Suede Nail Lacquer, £2.99 (www.lovethymakeup.com).

Discoloured nails? No time for a full paint job? Try Barbara Daly Make-Up Goodbye Yellow nail treatment, £4.50 (from Tesco).

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moisture can make varnish bubble,’ says David Barton of Maybelline.

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If you haven’t found your signature scent yet, visit www.lessenteurs.com. You can order six vials of fragrance for just £3 – which means you get to try them out before you buy a bottle.

An undercoat will give your manicure more staying power. Reapply every other day to protect against chips and preserve your polish’s glossy shine.

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Ingrown hairs can be a real problem if you shave or wax. Keep things smooth by applying Avène Triacnéal, £23 for 30ml (www.avene.co.uk), anti-pimple cream to any problem spots.

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handcream with you. ‘Pop your favourite in your handbag so you can apply it any time,’ says award-winning nail technician Martin John.32

Take the streak factor out of self-tanning with He-Shi Dark Foaming Mousse, £27 for 150ml (0845 301 1060), which leaves a veil of colour on skin.

Banish cracked heels with a twice-daily application of an intense moisturiser specifically formulated for the area. We love Actiheel Heel Repair Balm, £8 for 30ml (from Boots).

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strapless or off-the-shoulder numbers by evening out skin tone and adding shimmer. Mix a little Superdrug Vitamin E Illuminating Moisture Cream, £2.99 for 50ml, into your foundation.

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