THE BEST IN BEAUTY
FROM THOSE WHO KNOW BEST

VIOLET GREY began with our search for the best eyelash curler. To find the answer, we formed a band of inside-Hollywood experts and editors — from makeup artists to movie stars — to test every eyelash curler against our rigorous set of standards (the VIOLET CODE). We tested on film sets, on red carpets, and in the back of Jack Nicholson’s limousine — and once we learned which curler would make our lashes curve and not crimp (Utowa, it’s from Japan), we moved on to mascara, lip stain, dry shampoo, and everything else a girl needs in her cosmetic wardrobe. On any given day, we are discovering, testing, and approving best-in-class beauty. The result is a discerning curation of products, tips, and inspiration deemed essential — the Industry’s Beauty Edit.

EDITOR’S PICK:

nars

RADIANT TINTED MOISTURIZER

Presenting the translucent foundation that reduces the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation.

Written By JAYME CYK

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DISCOVERED

When François Nars began his search for effective makeup ingredients, he looked for inspiration close to home—namely, his private island in the French Polynesia. There, he discovered the anti-aging and hydrating kopara and deemed it the perfect addition to his Radiant Tinted Moisturizer. Since its launch in 2012, the sheer liquid foundation not only offers subtle, glowy coverage, it also works to correct skin issues (thanks to an infusion of stabilized vitamin C, which helps reduce the appearance of dark spots in just four weeks). “With this tinted moisturizer you get light coverage that’s buildable with a fresh, dewy finish,” says makeup artist Kirin Bhatty, a favorite of Freida Pinto and Jessica Paré. “And the color range is great. Skin looks like skin, which is super important to me—I like to give my clients coverage that is beautiful and effortless, never overdone.”

TESTED

ON SET: Evens out skin tone and offers a luminous finish when the photographer requests a no-makeup makeup look.

ON THE RED CARPET: Ideal for outdoor photo ops where the dress code is red carpet casual rather than black tie.

ON THE VANITY: Delivers a dose of sheer coverage with a side of hydration.

APPROVED

“There are so many things that I love about the Nars Radiant Tinted Moisturizer: It is lightweight, helps blur imperfections, adds radiance, offers sun protection, and evens out skin tone. And it’s oil-free.”—Kira Nasrat, makeup artist

FILED

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NARS

Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30
Terra Neuve

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