Summer splash

WE’VE yet to see any real signs of summer but that doesn’t mean we can’t have our cosmetic armour all ready to launch when the sun does shine.
A selection of tempting limited edition products have arrived at the Clarins counter ahead of warmer and sunnier days and this season it’s all about splashing out. Think cool looks with shimmery hints of colour set off with gorgeous bronzed skin.
The emphasis is on a luminous complexion with iridescent and lips and eyes. Try the Ombre Iridescente, a wonderful cream-to-powder shadow that has a delicate pearlescent veil that can be intensified for a dramatic night-time look.
Add definition with the waterproof eye pencil in intense black or aquatic green (this is a lot more complimentary to Irish skin tones than you might think) and of course no eye would be complete with a few coats of Truly Waterproof Mascara. This mascara won’t let you down and can easily be worn poolside if you can’t bear going bare-eyed.
It will be a while yet before we benefit from a natural sun glow so give your cheeks, chin and decolleté a little sun-kiss with the limited edition Summer Bronzing Compact. This will certainly last you for many months and adds a gentle warmth and bronzing effect – no fear of an orange break-out with this one.
However, one of my favourite products of the current collection is the complexion base. The Instant Light Radiance Boosting Complexion Base comes in two summer shades and really lights up your face while adding moisture. This can be simply worn on its own — perfect for holiday evenings, or it makes a wonderful make-up base too.
• All products are available from the Clarins counter at Feely’s Pharmacy, Tuam.