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Counter Intelligence
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COUNTER INTELLIGENCE
This month, we’re full of bright ideas for improving how you apply makeup, quench dry skin, and update your look for fall.
PHOTOGRAPHS BY BRYAN GARDNER TEXT BY MELISSA MILRAD GOLDSTEIN
Shine a Light
When it comes to putting on makeup, technique is important, but good lighting is crucial. If that’s off , foundation goes on too light or too dark, and streaks go unnoticed (at least until you see them in your rearview mirror). Natural light—say, a mirror by a window—is the best environment for applying cosmetics. If that’s not possible, Dick Page, artistic director for Shiseido, suggests daylight-balance bulbs, which offer clear illumination and help you “see the full color spectrum,” he says. Bulbs should also be angled to hit the bridge of your nose, or on either side of the mirror at eye level, to avoid casting hard shadows on your face.
Dimmable bulbs let you replicate the light outdoors.
Philips Daylight Dimmable LED lightbulb, 9W (60W equivalent), $8, homedepot.com.
THE ENVELOPE, PLEASE...
Hollywood has the Oscars; the beauty industry has the CEW Beauty Insider Awards, for which experts pick the very best products of the year. We love to share 2016’s Iconic Beauty winners because they were selected by consumers just like you. So if these goods aren’t yet your favorites, here they are for your consideration: Neutrogena Make-up Removing Cleansing Towelettes ($7, neutrogena.com) took top honors, as did Clinique Moisture Surge Extended Thirst Relief Moisturizer (from $39, clinique.com).
DECODED: In-Shower Moisturizers
Religiously rubbing lotion on your limbs isn’t the only way to hydrate skin these days. Enter these smart salves that you smooth on while in the shower. They work to lock that water in—no drying time needed.
Jergens Wet Skin Moisturizers contain a variety of natural oils, including coconut, argan, and monoi, to nourish parched parts. $7 each, jergens.com.
Nivea In-Shower Body Lotion ensures that skin stays soft for up to 24 hours; it’s available in Sea Mineral, Shea Butter, Almond Oil, and Cocoa Butter formulas. $8, niveausa.com.
Curél Hydratherapy Wet Skin Moisturizer enlists ceramides to shore up skin’s barrier, and allantoin and panthenol to ease dry, itchy patches. $8, curel.com.
THE EDIT: Must-Have Makeup
Fall makeup trends come and go—and while some are worth trying, others are downright silly. (Let’s admit it: Red eye shadow isn’t for everyone.) We asked New York City makeup artist Gita Bass to share her new essentials.
A RICH LIP COLOR
“Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution lipstick in Glastonberry [top] is a deep- berry tone that’s so universally flattering, I can use it on anyone.” $32, charlotte tilbury.com.
A MOISTURIZING FLAW FIXER
“Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation [not pictured] keeps skin bright and hydrated in the cooler months.” $64, giorgioarmani beauty-usa.com.
A GLOW-GETTING LOTION
“Nars Laguna Liquid Bronzer is really sheer; it helps extend that summer glow in the most radiant, natural way.” $40, narscosmetics.com.
A COMPACT OF COOL SHADOWS
“Dior 5 Couleurs eye-shadow palette in Victoire mixes gorgeous purples with neutrals for creating smokyplum eyes.” $62, dior.com.
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MIX MASTER
Rebecca Atwood | Designer and artist, Brooklyn
Most people try to avoid repetition; Rebecca Atwood embraces it. “I love to mix and match prints,” says Atwood, who just added author to her résumé with her new book, Living With Pattern (Clarkson Potter). In her studio in Industry City, Brooklyn, she is often sketching and painting her own takes on modern textiles and wallpapers that showcase her soft brushstrokes, shibori dyeing techniques, and dreamy color palettes (no screaming hues or garish prints here). “I believe in livable pattern,” she says. “It shouldn’t be intimidating.”
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1. On her signature waves: “I air-dry my hair, then touch up my curls with the Beachwaver S1. It’s a real time-saver.” $129, ulta.com.
2. “Ulla Johnson is my go-to designer. Her clothes come in beautiful patterns and feature special details like embroidery and beading.” Aryana vest, $552, ullajohnson.com.
3. “One Girl Cookies’ pumpkin whoopie pies are a great gift to bring to a fall dinner party.” Twelve-piece gift box, $37, onegirlcookies.com.
4. “Scargo pottery gallery is an enchanting place in my hometown on Cape Cod. I use this vase by ceramist Kim Holl to hold utensils as well as flowers.” From $65, scargopottery.com.
5. “I design wallpaper patterns that are easy to incorporate into any room.” From $68 a yd., rebeccaatwood.com.
6. “There are a few colors that really make me happy. Tart Deco nail polish is one of them.” $8.50, essie.com.
7. “My sister gave me this necklace by Dana Rebecca for my 30th birthday. I wear it every day.” $275, dana rebeccadesigns.com.
