Abbey Parkinson On Experimenting With Her Makeup Space

My Pre-Makeup Skin Routine

Make sure your skin is clean and hydrated, and your makeup will look great and last longer. Twice a day I wash my face with Dr. Barbara Sturm Cleanser, N/A, before using Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant, N/A and following up moisturiser. In the mornings, I use as my final skincare step as it acts as a primer.

My Typical Makeup Routine

Day to day, I tend to keep my makeup routine straightforward and stick to the formulas I know work. It all starts with Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter, N/A in 4 mixed with Nars Light Reflecting Foundation, N/A in Fiji. I apply my custom blend with (this is a bestseller and worth investing in!) and blend it out with a Beauty Blender.

The same Beauty Blender also comes in very useful for blending Hourglass Vanish Airbrush Concealer, N/A under my eyes. Next up, I use Rare Beauty Warm Wishes Effortless Bronzer Stick, N/A to inject some warmth. I apply it across my cheekbones, around my temple, nose and eyelids. Then I use Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush, N/A in Joy on my cheekbones and nose to add a pop of colour.

Eye makeup wise, I use , liquid liner and Hourglass Unlocked Instant Extensions Mascara, N/A.

To ensure my complexion looks fresh, I add a dusting of in Laguna in the same areas as my cream bronzer and in the same areas as the liquid blush. I start to wrap up my makeup routine with Hourglass Veil Translucent Setting Powder, N/A brushed under my eyes and along my T-zone (as well as any oily bits). I then use the iconic Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick, N/A in Pillow Talk with the matching lip liner. A quick spritz of Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray, N/A and blow with Nimya Blow Before You Go Portable Fan, N/A and my makeup is complete.

How I Dial Up My Makeup

I love to experiment my makeup for festivals and parties! Recently I’ve found both TikTok and Euphoria are my go-to sources for inspiration. I’ve been swapping out my usual black liquid liner and opt for bright colours - Nars High Pigment Longwear Eyeliner, N/A has a great selection.

The Best Makeup Tip I’ve Ever Been Given

Using bronzer as eyeshadow gives your face a consistent glow. Plus, it’s really quick and easy to do.

The One Product I Can’t Live Without

Whether I’m wearing a full face of makeup or channelling a ‘no makeup’ makeup day, I won’t leave the house without using Hourglass Phantom Volumizing Glossy Balm, N/A.