Q: I HAVE tried many foundations but have yet to find a suitable one. I want a foundation that doesn’t run when I perspire and which also covers spots on my face and my eyebags. Can I get this all from one foundation?

— Mae Yee, Kuala Lumpur.

A: LAURA Mercier Mineral Powder may address your problem. Its consistency allows it to be a foundation, concealer and powder in one.

Q: I’M a 22-year-old university student who uses concealer to cover dark eye rings. I prefer a subtle look when applying makeup. Can you recommend eye shadow colours that I can try without looking like a panda? — Crystal Kong, Petaling Jaya.

A: CERTAIN colours complement and enhance other hues. The same theory works with eye make-up and the iris. For example, if you have brown eyes, try eyeshadow colours in grey, black, navy blue, neutral chocolate brown, or chocolate brown with hints of red, pink brown, gray brown, burgundy or eggplant.

You also can use paler or medium versions of these shades as well as light mauve, light pink and peach.
Q: I GENERALLY do not apply make-up for work. As I have oily skin, heavy foundation or make-up tends to cause breakouts. I have not used any Laura Mercier products before but the effect after the make-up session with my make-up artist was so amazing I am considering getting some. Can you recommend some tips and essential Laura Mercier products for speedy makeup? — Mel Lim, Petaling Jaya.

A: TRY Laura Mercier Mineral make-up line. It’s light and easy to use, gives excellent coverage and lasts all day.

It’s made from pure minerals from the earth so it does not contain harmful paraben which clogs pores. Alternatively, you can consider the Oil Free Foundation Primer and Oil Free Tinted Moisturiser to combat oiliness.

If you have one question to ask French make-up artist Laura Mercier, what would it be? Send us anything you would like to know about make-up and skincare and we will get the answer for you.

E-mail your question to slizta@nstp.com.my, under the subject Ask Laura Mercier. Include your name, address and contact number.

Featured questions will receive a Laura Mercier Stick Foundation worth RM139. Winners are to collect their gifts from Laura Mercier counter at Robinsons The Gardens at Mid Valley, Kuala Lumpur.