In his monthly column, celeb makeup artist Rob Scheppy shares the beauty tricks and tips he's gleaned from around the world. Today's stop...Cannes!
Customs Declaration: Sisley Paris Sisleÿa Eye & Lip Contour Cream
Place of Origin: Cannes, France
Primary Purpose: Sisley products are like no other. [Ed note: Celebs are major fans for a reason.] When it comes to skin care in general, I find that French products are incomparable. Just travel to France and you see it in the women there; they don't see skin care as a luxury but as necessity—and it shows! This also allows them to wear less makeup.
The Discovery: I was just in Cannes this week glamming a few clients for a movie premiere. We had just come from a long and busy week in NYC and didn't have long until after we landed in Cannes to begin getting ready for the premiere. My client was extremely dehydrated and puffy from the flight, so I applied [the cream] around her eyes and lips. It immediately reduced the puffiness and dark circles around her eyes and fine lines around her lips. Her skin was left looking radiant and smooth, the perfect canvas for makeup application. While I did not discover Sisley in its native France, I have been obsessing over them for quite some time—it's an essential part of my kit.
Tips: I recommend using the Eye and Lip Contour Cream in the morning on clean, dry skin. Also, I like to put a little around the contours of the lips. Let it sit for at least 15-20 minutes before applying any other product. It's a miracle worker! Regular use will improve your skin's overall glow and give you that je ne sais quoi you have been looking for. You will probably see yourself needing less makeup in no time.