Travel Like Dior's Makeup Artist
As an internationally-renowned makeup artist and Dior’s beauty consultant, Violette is perpetually en route— touching down in Tokyo for a film premiere this week, flying off to Istanbul for a fashion shoot the next. A lesser woman might resign herself to a slapdash makeup regime and permanently jet-lagged complexion. But with her dewy skin and immaculate manicure, the Paris-based beauty seems immune to the havoc that a steady diet of planes, trains, and automobiles can wreak on one’s appearance. See the products that have earned a permanent spot in her carry-on.
THE COMPLEXION PROTECTOR
“One Essential is my favorite serum that repairs and nourishes the skin, especially when I’m traveling or dealing with extreme weather!”
THE HAND PROTECTOR
“My hands need to be super moisturized — especially when traveling for work — because I’m constantly touching clients’ faces and washing my hands, which often dries out my skin. This treatment is my rescue cream.”
THE MAKEUP ERASER
“I always keep a few of these on hand. They’re great to use with makeup remover because they’re soft and non-irritating but still get the job done.”
THE LIP HYDRATOR
“When traveling, I like products that have a dual purpose because I need to pack light. This is a 2-in-1 product because it acts like a lip balm and also looks like a lip gloss. The essential oils nourish and hydrate the lips.”
THE SKIN SAVER
“Stress, recycled plane air, and all the unhealthy eating and drinking can take its toll on your complexion. I apply this mask before I go to bed and keep it on all night to help rebuild my skin.”
THE NAIL TREATMENT
“It’s easy to neglect your nails when you’re on the road so I like to keep this cuticle oil handy. It has jojoba oil that’s really moisturizing for your skin and Vitamin B8 to promote nail growth.”
THE LASH MAXIMIZER
“When I am jet lagged and have an early call-time, this mascara opens my eyes instantly and gives me a fresh look. In just a few seconds my lashes are curled, long and perfectly done.”
THE WATERLESS CLEANSER
“For makeup touchups, you don’t want something oily because then it’ll be impossible to put the makeup back on. This oil-free cleanser offers the perfect solution. I can use it and then immediately re-apply eyeliner or foundation. And did I mention it fits in your carry-on?”
THE UNIVERSALLY-FLATTERING BLUSH
“This blush is my favorite travel companion. It’s not too pink, not too peach, and it suits virtually every complexion. Sweep some on your cheeks with the Bobbi Brown Sheer Powder Brush and you’ll look like a baby who just woke up from a nap.”
THE EYE ENHANCER
“For the day, I love to apply it between the lashes to give the illusion of more lashes. But for evening, if there’s no time to stop by the hotel for a makeup change, I will quickly draw a slightly thicker line around the eyes (close to the lashes) and blend with my fingers. In two minutes I will have that ‘French smoky eye’. I’ve even done this in a cab and have received the most amount of compliments!”
More From Violet Grey
The Lush Lash Tutorial
9-Step Red Lip Tutorial
