Celebrity makeup artist Sir John's 7 favorite skin care products

Every beauty guru knows that even makeup artists have to start from scratch, so when it's time to apply foundation or lipstick, your face will already be plump and primed. Ahead we chatted with L'Oréal Paris celebrity makeup artist Sir John about the skin care products he likes to use before his makeup.

L'Oréal Paris Hydra-Genius Daily Liquid Care Moisturizing Face Cream

Makeup artists understand how important hydration can be, as it can greatly affect how makeup is applied. Want smooth, even coverage? Moisturize first.

As far as what they use, it's all about finding a moisturizing formula that can help soften and prep the skin. Sir John reveals that the number one skincare product that clients ask about after working with them is L'Oréal Paris Hydra-Genius Daily Liquid Treatment for Normal/Oily Skin. “People love this [moisturizer] because it keeps skin fresh and hydrated and also mattifies,” he says. "This is great for my fat girls or before going out on the red carpet." Sounds good to us - even if we don't have celebrity carpets to visit anytime soon.

L'Oréal Paris Revitalift Radiant Smoothing Wet Cleansing Wipes

When it comes to makeup, you are only as good as your foundation. And guess what? Micellar water isn't the only way makeup artists love to cleanse their clients' skin. Another popular choice is makeup remover wipes. Sir John recommends every makeup artist to include these wet cleansing wipes in their kit. They are convenient, efficient and easy to use.

Clarisonic Mia Smart

Sir John often recommends Clarisonic cleaners, and for year-round cleaning, he pairs them with one of L'Oréal Paris Pure Clay Cleansers.

L'Oréal Paris Micellar Cleansing Water A complete cleanser, waterproof, for all skin types

Micellar water may be the most beloved cleanser of the French, but it is also indispensable among makeup artists. Sir John calls it a must-have for every makeup artist's must-have kit for both regular skin cleansing and waterproof eye makeup removal - and we can't help but agree. Leave-in micellar waters don't require close proximity to the sink, making them the perfect choice for those on the go, frequent travelers or makeup artists working on the go. Simply soak a cotton pad with Complete Micellar Cleansing Water and sweep over the contours of your face to remove dirt, impurities and waterproof make-up with just one swipe.  

L'Oréal Paris Revitalift Bright Reveal Peeling Pads

Not sure how to spice up your beauty routine when the cold weather hits? Don't worry, Sir John has told us about what he has to offer. “I love it when my clients use glycol peel pads like L'Oréal Paris RevitaLift Bright Reveal Peel Pads,” he says. Peeling pads may not have taken a place in your daily skincare routine before, but they will soon become your new product obsession. Layered, textured pads physically regenerate dead skin cells, leaving skin looking brighter and softer to the touch.

Masks L'Oreal Paris Pure Clay

If no one has done you a favor by introducing you to multimaskingMay Sir John do the honor. This trendy technique involves applying different masks to different parts of the face, depending on the needs of each of them. Easy enough, right? Sir John uses L'Oréal Paris Pure-Clay Detoxify & Brighten Face Mask and L'Oréal Paris Pure-Clay Exfoliate & Refining Face Mask.

rose water splash

Another product that gets a lot of love-recommendations—meaning it must be good—from Sir John is rose water spray. Recommended for clients and makeup artists alike, these delightfully floral sprays are ideal for quick moisturizing or freshening up makeup. One of our personal favorites is Garnier SkinActive Rose Water Soothing Facial Mist.

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