Imagine this: the bustling city of Atlanta brought to life with the vibrant energy of the annual Sephoria event. Countless industry’s best under one roof, their gleam of knowledge rivalling the lit up surroundings. Among them: brand founders, beauty pros, brand ambassadors, and experts sharing their secrets, tips and tricks on hair, skin, and makeup – all to help you bolster your beauty arsenal with unrivalled finesse.
One of the event’s attendees got to share some of these shared insights for the benefit of those who couldn’t be there – and the revelations were something to behold! Want to know what these pros swear by? Buckle up. You’re in for a real treat.
Starting with Ursula Stephen, the well-known celebrity hairstylist and Fenty Hair brand ambassador. Stephen is a big fan of multi-purpose products. Her favourite being ‘The Comeback Kid’ from Fenty Hair. This versatile product adds moisture, helps curls, and is suitable for all hair types. And, it smells amazing! She makes use of this product to make the most out of less, a principle she holds dear.
Next up is Myiesha Sewell, a beauty director for Sephora. She insists on moisturizing in the shower. According to Sewell, your skin and hair are more receptive to retaining moisture after a warm shower. She keeps her Glow Recipe Plum Plump Hyaluronic Acid Serum in the shower, applying it right after she turns off the water. Sewell recommends doing the same for leave-in conditioners and body moisturisers.
Chris Collins, creator of World of Chris Collins fragrances, treats fragrance as part of fashion, even an accessory. He advises being selective when choosing your scent to match the environment and the activity you’re about to embark on.
Melinda Solares, another beauty director for Sephora, encourages experimentation with pigment paint. She uses an eyeshadow brush for dotting application and an angled liner or a lip liner brush with pigment paint for eyeliner. This method, she argues, is easier than using a liquid liner.
Mario Dedivanovic, founder and CEO of Makeup by Mario, emphasized the importance of understanding the product that you’re about to apply. Dedivanovic admitted to blending his shades before applying them to the skin, ensuring an even coating on the brush for a discrete and flawless finish.
Malaika Jones, founder and CEO of Brown Girl Jane fragrances, advises spraying fragrances in unexpected places like behind the ankles or in your hair to leave a mesmerizing trail. Mixing multiple fragrances gives you your unique scent, which makes you stand out.
Danessa Myricks, founder and CEO of Danessa Myricks Beauty, emphasised the need to understand your unique needs, whether it’s makeup, skin, or hair. This personal understanding helps in choosing the right product, like Myricks’ lightweight Water Powder Serum, to accentuate your features.
Winnie Harlow, founder of Cay Skin suncare, spoke about the importance of wearing SPF, reminding everyone it is not just a necessity but a beauty enhancer as well.
Lastly, David Razzano, a beauty director for Sephora, taught the audience about achieving a natural-looking complexion using a light foundation and concealer. This combination lets your skin show while hiding imperfections, reinforcing that you might not need a full-coverage foundation after all. Razzano recommended the Westman Atelier’s Complexion Drops, a lightweight foundation that doesn’t offer heavy coverage but gives a nice wash of color.
All these tips and secrets imparted by these beauty pros can illuminate your beauty journey! Implement what resonates with you and let your unique beauty radiate to the fullest!
