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A few days prior to the shootings, I talk with the magasine editor to take my notes about the concept and colors of the pictures . If possible, I appreciate to see the pictures of the Model taken before. So, I can get prepared with the tones and colors that I will take with me in my makeup bag.

When I meet with the model, I also learn her hair style, her clothes, her expectations and observe her skin type, the perfect and imperfect part of her face. I decide how I can hide the imperfections and how I can emphasize the beautiful parts of her features.

When I start to apply the expected makeup style, it is also quite important for me to follow the Lancôme spirit and Lancôme makeup techniques. I also share my brands style with the model and the magasine editor.

The more comfortable the environment is, the more beautiful the results are… So, I prepare my makeup studio, my products… I first prepare my own hand and breath hygiene, then I start with her skin, cleansing, toning and hydrating which is too much important. Because, she can sweat during the shootings I prefer to use waterproof products, such as Hypnose WP, Le Crayon Khol Waterproof, Effacernes… Other than that, Teint Idole Ultra is one of my unevitable foundation. The brillance I get from La Laque Fever and L’Absolu Rouge Creme de Brillance depending on the color I prefer, are perfect for the shootings. I also like the textures of Ombre Absolue series, they stay long and differ from matte to sparkling choices…

Finally, I also makeup her hands and fingers one by one with Flash Retouche. All the models, I apply get fascinated with their hands at the end.

Spraying Tonique Douceur to the finished makeup for fixing the colors and latest Lancôme parfume to make her feel the luxury of Lancôme is my signature as a conclusion…

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