Low Maintenance Beauty is In

Alexandra Perron
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Photo: Henry Leutwyler

The Kardashians aside, since the spring collections hit the runway back in September more and more women are embracing the slightly undone, natural look. What exactly does this mean? Flyaways, well-hydrated skin, and that lit from within glow are all the rage right now. Makeup artist Pat McGrath created a healthy natural glow for models at Victoria Beckham and the models at BCBG put on moisturizer as a finishing touch to their fresh-faced look. This also means that skin care is taking center stage. More and more designers are enlisting skin care teams, like Sunday Riley and Kiehl’s to prep models backstage before they go into hair and makeup and we are seeing a bigger emphasis on the skin care routines of stars before they hit the red carpet.

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The beauty look at the Spring 2015 Victoria Beckham show by Pat McGrath/Imaxtree.

When it comes to hair, Redken Global Creative Director Guido Palau tells Vogue, “My idea of the chicest woman now is someone who comes in with hair just above the collarbone, the ends untouched, and with color so subtle you can’t tell anything’s been done.” We are seeing shorter hair with more natural texture, both on the red carpet and in plenty of Instagram selfies.

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The Spring 2015 Stella McCartney campaign with Natalia Vodianova.

The spring 2015 fashion ads serve as even more indication of this trend, the spring ad campaign from Stella McCartney features model Natalia Vodianova with wind swept hair and a clear, clean complexion. No flashy eye makeup, no statement lip. When it comes to mastering this look, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite hair, makeup and skincare products for getting that barely there, real girl beauty:

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream ($21)

A staple backstage, this multi-use cream works to hydrate cuticles, heal chapped lips and give cheeks a dewy glow.

Dior Addict Lip Glow in Pink ($33)

Not only does this balm pack SPF 10 but it quickly enhances your natural lip color, giving you a perfect pink pout.

Redken Windblown 05 ($22)

This dry texturizing spray is also a dry hold hairspray. It’s perfect for getting that effortless, French girl hair.

Bobbi Brown SPF 15 Tinted Moisturizer ($44)

A lightweight tinted moisturizer that will leave your skin hydrated and supple all day long.

(Disclaimer: Bobbi Brown is the Editor-in-Chief of Yahoo Beauty)

RMS Living Luminizer ($38)

Give your self an added glow with this sheer highlighter packed with coconut oil.

L’Oréal Age Perfect Glow Renewal Face Oil ($25)

This blend of 8 essential oils helps to keep skin hydrated and bright.

R+Co Death Valley Dry Shampoo ($29)

This dry shampoo helps save second day hair by giving you a boost in the volume department.