FAMOUS Editorial Assistant Sophie Penhallow goes backstage at the LIFEwithBIRD show for runway beauty secrets from the M.A.C makeup artist.

"The must-have product for shows like this is the M.A.C Fix+ Moisture Spray. We actually spritz that over moisturiser to lock that moisture in. We also tend to use a dab of M.A.C Fast Response Eye Cream before we apply concealer under the eyes. The M.A.C Lip Conditioner is great for moistening lips before applying lipstick and we often use a primer just on the t-zone so the make up doesn't slide off. We finish with M.A.C Invisible Powder to set the whole look, which is a fine white translucent powder that is only available through M.A.C Pro. For this show we are using gold pigment eye shadow and literally painting it onto the roots of the hair to create an ethereal look."

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