Beauty - Tips From The Pros, John Christopher

I've had the pleasure of knowing make up artist John Christopher since I first started out as a freelance stylist. It always cheers me up when I find out I'm working with John as he's incredibly fun to be around, has great taste in music (which is very important on a photo shoot!) and is brilliant at his job. So I just had to get his expert opinion on all things beauty for the blog. Over to you John!

I became a makeup artist by accident if truth be told. I studied design and dropped out after finding it wasn't for me. I had my eureka moment at a fancy dress party and decided there and then I was going to be a makeup artist. Since that moment I've been lucky enough to work for titles such as Harpers Bazaar, Vogue and ID, and celebrities including Adele, Eva Herzigova, Yasmin Le Bon and Jamie Dornan to name a few.

Estee Lauder Perfectionist Youth Infusing Make Up £38 BUY HERE

 At the moment I'm in love with Estée Lauder's Perfectionist Youth Infusing Make Up. I love the texture of this foundation as it's not greasy and leaves the skin with a satin sheen. Plus it comes in a great variety of colours.

Garnier Skin Neutrals BB Skin Perfector Eye Roll On £9.99 BUY HERE

This concealor is cheap and cheerful.... but it WORKS! Garnier Roll On. It's a great all round product. A must buy!!

Chanel Joues Contraste Powder Blush £31 BUY HERE

Chanel's Joues Contraste Powder Blush is a wonderful blush that leaves skin with a healthy glow. It also works well as an eyeshadow.

Jurlique Herbal Recovery Anti-Oxidant Face Oil £38 BUY HERE

My favourite product for the face is Jurlique Herbal Recovery Antioxidant Face Oil.

This oil is magic; it works on all skin types and leaves skin glowing... and has saved me on many jobs with tired overworked models!

Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour £18 BUY HERE

Chanel Le Vernis nail polishes are just the best for colour... Hands down, no pun intended!

Bumble and Bumble Pret A Powder £21.50 BUY HERE

When it comes to hair I'm loving Bumble and Bumble Pret a Powder. It's a mix of dry shampoo and texturiser so if you want that Kate Moss just-got-out-of-bed hair this is the product you need.

Jurlique Rose Body Oil £38 BUY HERE

What can I say about Jurlique Rose Body Oil? It smells divine and leaves skin soft with a beautiful sheen. It's especially amazing after a long haul flight. 

Melvita Shea Butter £17 BUY HERE

A brilliant treatment for lips is Melvita's Shea Butter. Great for any dry skin problems as well.

Bourjois Volumizer Mascara £10.99 BUY HERE

Bourjois Volumizer Mascara is one of the best I've used. It can be built up to give you a really heavy false lash look and has a double brush making it easy to apply to the bottom lashes.

Jai Spa Terry Bath Mitt £6 BUY HERE

The one product I recommend everyone own are a pair of exfoliating gloves. They're a cheap basic and a great starting pointing for healthy skin. 

Thank you JC!

To view John Christopher's work and make a booking please visit: www.carolhayesmanagement.co.uk/artist/john-christopher/mens