Spring has sprung, and while your thoughts may be consumed with warm-weather wardrobes and cleaning out winter's dust bunnies, you also can't forget to update your beauty routine (and to clean out your makeup bag). It's time to purge, lighten up, and put your freshest spring face forward. Veronica Chu, a Toronto makeup artist and hairstylist, tells you what to trash this season.
Full-coverage foundation
Trade in your heavy mask for a more natural finish by switching your base makeup to a tinted moisturizer. If you've finally found the perfect shade and you're not ready to give it up, Chu offers a few alternatives:
• Dilute your foundation by mixing a few drops in with your regular facial moisturizer.
• Apply your base with your fingertips (instead of a sponge) for a softer, more natural finish.
• Wear your base only where you have redness (usually around the T-zone), instead of covering your entire face.
Pink cheeks
A rosy glow is a welcome sign of spring, but this season sees a blushed cheek that's subtle and demure, says Chu. Put aside the fuchsia, ruby and cherry tones (for now -- they'll likely make a comeback in the not-too-distant beauty future), and opt instead for a soft pink blush with peach undertones. Try Nars Blush in Torrid, available at Holt Renfrew or online at www.narscosmetics.com.
Strong eyes
Forget rimming your entire eye with black eyeliner, and shelve those bright, bold eye shadows of days gone by. Chu sees a clear move to a nude eye, meaning there's no harsh contouring or highlighting, the colours are warm and neutral, and the finish is a subtle sheen. The result is soft, diffused eyes that brighten the entire face. If you can't part with your black eyeliner, line only the top lash line, and soften the pencil with a stiff angled brush.
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