Marina Raphael shares her morning to evening beauty routine


Beauty

Talk us through your morning routine.

My morning skincare routine starts with washing my face with my favourite Dr Barbara Sturm foam cleanser, I then apply a light layer of the La Mer regenerating intense moisturiser and, to finish, I love the Laneige lip mask (which also doubles as lip gloss). After skincare, I usually do some very light-touch makeup – I like to keep it natural for day-to-day, and then I’m out the door.

And how about your evening routine?

I try to keep my evening routine consistent and as fuss-free as possible. After a long day, I wash my make-up off with the same Dr Barbara Sturm foam cleanser – this product is just amazing for removing every trace of makeup and leaves my skin feeling so fresh but not completely stripped of moisture. Occasionally, I might do a scrub before bed if I feel like my skin needs it, I then apply the Dr Barbara Sturm night serum on my face and neck, the Laneige lip sleeping mask, and, if my eyes are looking tired, I will apply the La Mer eye concentrate.

What are your go-to skincare products?

I am a huge fan of Dr Barbara Sturm products, her foam cleanser, the night serum and glow drops are some of my staple products. I also love the La Mer regenerating intense moisturiser and the La Mer eye concentrate, both are amazing – so hydrating yet gentle on skin.

Are you a fan of masks?

Yes, since I discovered 111SKIN I instantly fell in love with their masks and do them regularly. They are the perfect pick-me-up for when I’m feeling a little tired or puffy – their Rose Gold Facial mask and cryo de-puffing eye masks make my skin feel nourished.

How would you describe your approach to makeup?

I like my makeup to look natural and not too heavy as not to overload my skin. I will usually apply a little foundation – I like Tom Ford’s traceless soft matte formula, a light touch of Lancôme’s Hypnôse mascara, the Anastasia Beverly Hills brow gel, and a lick of lip gloss from Kylie Cosmetics, then I’m good to go.

What can always be found in your makeup bag?

I always have a Kylie Cosmetics lip gloss, a little rouge – and I love the Rare Beauty liquid blush.

Which fragrance is your favourite at the moment?

I adore Gucci Bloom and Tiffany’s ‘Tiffany & Love’ perfumes with its floral notes of natural tuberose and Jasmine.

For evening really depends on the occasion if it’s a party, something casual, or dinner. I love to mix it up but will always opt for something more subtle and elegant that isn’t too overpowering.

Talk us through your hair routine.

I love the Kérastase Résistance Bain Extentioniste shampoo and conditioner, after washing my hair I will always apply a little Olaplex hair oil on wet hair. I am a big fan of the Olaplex range generally, especially their no.3 hair bonding mask, which I use regularly. I also take the Oase hair vitamins, which are very effective.

What is the most unusual item in your makeup bag?

I don’t think there is anything particularly unusual, aside from maybe my hairbrush! I also always have a mirror and cotton buds to hand in my makeup bag.

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