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COLOURING'S IN

Most of us play it safe when it comes to make-up so why not freshen up your look with bold colours this summer?

Make-up artist Lisa Sloneem shows how to work colour into your kit bag with bright products that allow you to have fun and look stylish.

MOST of us play it safe when it comes to make-up.

Neutral eyeshadows, classic red lippy and black eyeliner are the ­staples of our beauty regime. But this summer, why not freshen up your look with bold colours?

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The High Street is full of bright products that allow you to have fun and look stylish. Here, make-up artist LISA SLONEEM shows how to work colour into your kit bag.


Eyeliner blues

Keep a neutral lip and your usual black mascara to ensure the liner stands out just the right amount.

 Swap your black cat-eye flick for a turquoise one
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Swap your black cat-eye flick for a turquoise one
 Try Sketch Marker in Steel Blue (£17, Too Faced)
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Try Sketch Marker in Steel Blue (£17, Too Faced)Credit: TOO FACED


Ombre eye

Take a break from the norm and blend two bright eyeshadows together for a high-impact summery look.

 It’s a fun one to try on holiday which will keep those Club Tropicana vibes going
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It’s a fun one to try on holiday which will keep those Club Tropicana vibes going
 Try pigments in Fuchsia mixed with Copper (£16 each, Mac)
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Try pigments in Fuchsia mixed with Copper (£16 each, Mac)Credit: MAC


Purple reign

This retro effect has made a big comeback – and has been a favourite at festivals.

 Apply a few coats over your favourite mascara for an unexpected pop of colour
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Apply a few coats over your favourite mascara for an unexpected pop of colour
 Try Super Colour Mascara in 01 Violet (£5.90, Kiko)
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Try Super Colour Mascara in 01 Violet (£5.90, Kiko)Credit: KIKO


Hot lips

Ditch your usual hue for an orange lipstick that is sure to give you that summer feeling.

 Paired with beautiful bronzed skin, this colour keeps your look modern and is a fun alternative to red
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Paired with beautiful bronzed skin, this colour keeps your look modern and is a fun alternative to red
 Try Melted Matte Lipstick in Mrs Roper (£19, Too Faced)
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Try Melted Matte Lipstick in Mrs Roper (£19, Too Faced)Credit: TOO FACED
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