Margot Robbie’s makeup artist shares top tips for glowing skin

The makeup artist suggests spending 40 minutes preparing the skin before applying any makeup

When it comes to having a standout red carpet beauty look, few can compare to Australian actor Margot Robbie, whose recent bright blue eyeliner at the BAFTAs added an electrifying pop of colour to her monochromatic ensemble.

Now, the 28-year-old’s makeup artist – whose clients include Priyanka Chopra and Kate Bosworth – has revealed some of her trade secrets, and they include spending 40 minutes preparing the skin before applying makeup.

Speaking to Refinery29, Pati Dubroff explained that she likes to use a facial roller on her clients before using any products because the massage brings oxygen to the surface and makes their skin appear more plump.

“Depending on the person and their needs, I massage upwards from the jaw, never down, and then sculpt the cheekbones. I also work on the eye area because that puffiness can be moved away temporarily,” she added.

Noting that not everybody has 40 minutes to spare in the morning, Dubroff said that even just 10 to 15 minutes of facial massage would help combat any facial swelling.

Next, Dubroff applies moisturiser to hydrate the skin followed by primer, which she uses on the oiliest parts of the skin to prevent any shine and help keep foundation in place.

“Suqqu Nude Wear Liquid Foundation is my go-to,” she revealed, “and I’ve been using it for 12 years because the formulas are the closest thing to looking like skin.”

The makeup artist suggested waiting until the very end of the makeup application process to apply any powder because, if applied too soon, it’s likely you will use more than you need in a bid to cover up the shine from the foundation.

Dubroff also shared a tip for women who want to make their lipstick last for as long as possible, explaining that hydrating the lips is key, as is the application technique.

“I like to apply lipstick by pressing it into the lip with my fingertips,” she said. “I find it lasts longer this way than with a thicker coat and I think it looks so much more flattering. Sometimes I even do different tones if I want to give the lips a shape, for example something lighter or darker in the centre.”

You can read more of Dubroff’s tips here.