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Fall Makeup & Skincare Tips From A Pro

Beauty Sep 26, 2013

by Soriyya Bawa

Local beauty pro, Bahar Niramwalla, talks makeup and skincare for fall, plus the three big beauty blunders most people are making.

I recently had the chance to chat with Toronto beauty expert, Bahar Niramwalla, who is the Beauty Basics Makeup artist and presenter for the TheGlobe&Mail.com. She was also the resident Beauty Specialist on the Marilyn Denis Show. Bahar shares her tips for the best makeup looks for fall, and how to prep your skin for that bitter winter cold lurking around the corner.

What’s your favourite beauty trend this season?

I like nude lips and fresh, semi-matte skin, simply because it is the most attainable, wearable and easy to maintain throughout the day. Little to no touch-ups are required and it's flattering across the board. I'm also a fan of nude lips all year long, so any trend incorporating a nude lip has me sold.

What’s the best way for South Asian women to wear a natural look?

Be realistic about the shade of your skin and understand its undertones. It took me a while to understand my skin tone and undertone, but once I did, my usage of foundations and skin tints has become less of a problem. Also, be sure you're not purchasing lip shades in the "nude" collection before trying them on your face first. The soft pink nude lipstick you pick up may look stunning in the tube, but on a richer skin tone, it may not give off the effect you're hoping for. The rest of the face is simple for a natural look: gently line the eyes only on the top lash line and add a coat of mascara, use a brow gel to brush them into place, and add a dusting of a deep peach blush to put colour back into your skin.

What are the best lip shades for fall?

Red, true red to berry rich colours as found on Reem Acra and Kate Spade runways. Nude lips are also in, and glossy without looking goopy is the way to wear it.

What are the best eye trends for fall?

?Neutral shades, but in a graphic, chic and a somewhat bold statement
Smoky eyes in messy blacks and greys
Smoky eyes in softer, varying shades of brown, green and purple
?Striking liner looks: graphic and bold or minimal and mysterious

What do you think are the most common makeup and skincare mistakes that people tend to make?

?No sunscreen – the skin damage I see is often because of a lack of sunscreen use.
Not taking the proper steps to cleanse skin at the end of the night – it really does have visible effects on your skin when to react to it.
?Being too rough with skincare – treat your skin delicately when it comes to skincare. Be gentle and use caution when removing cosmetics and applying skincare products.

What are five essentials that every woman should have in their fall beauty kit?

1. A red shade of lipstick, or a nude shade of lipstick: Maybelline Color Sensational Vivids in On Fire Red or The Body Shop Colour Crush Lipstick in 220 Dare To Bare

Maybelline Color Sensational Vivids in On Fire Red/http://www.maybelline.com

The Body Shop Colour Crush Lipstick in 220 Dare To Bare/http://makeupedia.se/

2. Mascara: M.A.C Haute & Naughty Lash Mascara

M.A.C Haute & Naughty Lash Mascara/http://www.maccosmetics.com

3. Black eyeliner: L'Oréal Infallible Super Slim 12H liquid eyeliner

L'Oréal Infallible Super Slim 12H liquid eyeliner/http://www.target.com

4. Great SPF protection: Dermalogica Solar Defense Booster SPF 50

Dermalogica Solar Defense Booster SPF 50/http://buy.dermalogica.com

5. Brow colour and gel in one for full, lush, healthy looking brows: Benefit Gimme Brow Brow-Volumizing Fiber Gel

Benefit Gimme Brow Brow-Volumizing Fiber Gel/http://www.hsn.com/products

For a lot of people, fall means back-to-school and busy work schedules, which I’ve personally found to take a toll on my skin. What are your tips for dealing with problematic skin?

There are a few tips for dealing with not only breakouts, but also cold sores, which are triggered by what I call "extremes", like extreme weather or extreme stress. You must de-stress in some way. If your schedule is full and busy each day, try relaxing with a moisture mask at the end of the day. It takes a few minutes and can really help dehydrated, stressed out skin.

Polysporin Cold Sore Healing Patch/ http://www.polysporin.ca

When dealing with a cold sore, which is a leading cause of stress, the Polysporin Cold Sore Healing Patch is another item that you shouldn't be without. The patch allows the user to apply makeup, such as lipstick and concealer, on top, effectively hiding the cold sore while the active gel forms a barrier to protect and speed up healing time.

What are your skincare must-haves for the fall?

?Sunscreen – I can't say it enough, the sun is consistently present and can get through windows and light curtains, so protect yourself and your skin will thank you
A great serum to help move your skincare routine into the harsher, cooler weather that will strip your skin of moisture if you don't properly prep.
?A great exfoliator – something that isn't too rough for your skin type so that you can use it at least twice a week to slough off dead skin and increase your skin’s renewal process as the cool weather creeps up.

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Soriyya Bawa

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Soriyya Bawa has been featured in national publications including ANOKHI Magazine Tribute Magazine and Canadian Family Magazine. Soriyya currently works as a freelance writer and editor based in Toronto, Ontario and also specializes in customized web content and socia...

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Fall Makeup & Skincare Tips From A Pro

by Soriyya Bawa

Local beauty pro, Bahar Niramwalla, talks makeup and skincare for fall, plus the three big beauty blunders most people are making.

Soriyya Bawa

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