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The gorgeous Natalie Portman on the nuances of lipsticks, love, and life. By MALEEKA KASHYAP From starring in critically-acclaimed roles (who could forget Requiem for a Dream and Black Swan?), to channeling everything that a Dior woman should be, Natalie Portman has constantly evolved herself to meet the demands of time. And as Peter Philips, creative and image director of Dior Makeup reinvents the iconic Rouge Dior line, Portman and BAZAAR BRIDE explore the power of a lipstick together—what it means to a woman, and how it is a personal statement like no other for every bride. What do you enjoy the most about makeup? Makeup allows you to enhance or minimise specific features. It’s fun to play around with different colours or tones that complement what you’re wearing or how you’ve styled your hair. Do you have a beauty obsession? Moisturiser—I always make sure to moisturise my skin in addition to using a lip salve. Do you believe that the lipstick can be a woman’s signature?
Which is your everyday go-to shade for Rouge Dior and why?
A pretty pink, like the new Rouge Dior Miss, is good for everyday and can complement almost any look. Which is your best tip regarding a perfect usage of a red shade? When your lips need to pop against a neutral palette or ensemble, a red shade makes a powerful statement. Which is the never missing piece in your wardrobe? And in your beauty pouch? A classic sweater and an everyday moisturiser like the Pai organic moisturiser. any makeup tricks you have learnt along the way that our brides can use? Using lipstick as a blush—it’s a great trick when you want a different colour and fresh shine on your cheeks. What are your tips for perfect lips? I like to use a base on my lips, before putting on full lip coverage so lipstick lasts longer. During the long hours of filming and weather changes, how do you maintain your lips? Rose salve is my go-to product for keeping my lips moisturised, especially in cold weather. tell us about your off-screen beauty habits. When I’m not working, I like to keep things simple because
image courtesy: Alique for Christian Dior Parfums.
Absolutely. Some women consistently wear a certain colour and that becomes a signature look for them or a defining characteristic, while others vary in the tones they wear, but each can be a signature of their feelings or emotions of that day. When was the first time less is more. I use minimal coverage, apply a primer, and try to wear you wore lipstick? The first time I probably wore more neutral tones, because I want to allow my skin makeup was when I was shooting The Professional.The to breath when it can. I also use sunscreen every day— pick your makeup artist used all natural things like beet juice mixed and the Dior Bronze one smells amazing. Ultimately, red with rosewater for my lips and cheeks, because she didn’t the best beauty routine is a good night’s sleep and Peter Philips want to put makeup on a kid. In your definition, plenty of water. Rested, hydrated skin always looks created this rouge dior collection so what are sexy lips? Sexy lips exude confidence. best. What are your new beauty, fitness, and that women can express Whether it’s a bold colour or health rituals currently? I currently like working themselves with colour. something more natural, it’s about out with gyrotonics and also enjoy getting a massage. feeling comfortable in your look What are your favourite Paris, NYC, and LA and wearing it with self-assurance. fitness hotspots? I love Rituel in Paris for gyrotonics What is your favoUrite Rouge and running in Luxembourg Gardens. In LA I like to Dior colour and Why? I love hike anywhere in nature. How will you describe the pinks and nudes, but also love a perfect kiss? A perfect kiss is the expression of the classic reds of Dior and the true love. Finally, your escape is? My couch with matt version of the famous 999. a good book.
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The gorgeous Natalie Portman on the nuances of lipsticks, love, and life. By MALEEKA KASHYAP From starring in critically-acclaimed roles (who could forget Requiem for a Dream and Black Swan?), to channeling everything that a Dior woman should be, Natalie Portman has constantly evolved herself to meet the demands of time. And as Peter Philips, creative and image director of Dior Makeup reinvents the iconic Rouge Dior line, Portman and BAZAAR BRIDE explore the power of a lipstick together—what it means to a woman, and how it is a personal statement like no other for every bride. What do you enjoy the most about makeup? Makeup allows you to enhance or minimise specific features. It’s fun to play around with different colours or tones that complement what you’re wearing or how you’ve styled your hair. Do you have a beauty obsession? Moisturiser—I always make sure to moisturise my skin in addition to using a lip salve. Do you believe that the lipstick can be a woman’s signature?
Which is your everyday go-to shade for Rouge Dior and why?
A pretty pink, like the new Rouge Dior Miss, is good for everyday and can complement almost any look. Which is your best tip regarding a perfect usage of a red shade? When your lips need to pop against a neutral palette or ensemble, a red shade makes a powerful statement. Which is the never missing piece in your wardrobe? And in your beauty pouch? A classic sweater and an everyday moisturiser like the Pai organic moisturiser. any makeup tricks you have learnt along the way that our brides can use? Using lipstick as a blush—it’s a great trick when you want a different colour and fresh shine on your cheeks. What are your tips for perfect lips? I like to use a base on my lips, before putting on full lip coverage so lipstick lasts longer. During the long hours of filming and weather changes, how do you maintain your lips? Rose salve is my go-to product for keeping my lips moisturised, especially in cold weather. tell us about your off-screen beauty habits. When I’m not working, I like to keep things simple because
image courtesy: Alique for Christian Dior Parfums.
Absolutely. Some women consistently wear a certain colour and that becomes a signature look for them or a defining characteristic, while others vary in the tones they wear, but each can be a signature of their feelings or emotions of that day. When was the first time less is more. I use minimal coverage, apply a primer, and try to wear you wore lipstick? The first time I probably wore more neutral tones, because I want to allow my skin makeup was when I was shooting The Professional.The to breath when it can. I also use sunscreen every day— pick your makeup artist used all natural things like beet juice mixed and the Dior Bronze one smells amazing. Ultimately, red with rosewater for my lips and cheeks, because she didn’t the best beauty routine is a good night’s sleep and Peter Philips want to put makeup on a kid. In your definition, plenty of water. Rested, hydrated skin always looks created this rouge dior collection so what are sexy lips? Sexy lips exude confidence. best. What are your new beauty, fitness, and that women can express Whether it’s a bold colour or health rituals currently? I currently like working themselves with colour. something more natural, it’s about out with gyrotonics and also enjoy getting a massage. feeling comfortable in your look What are your favourite Paris, NYC, and LA and wearing it with self-assurance. fitness hotspots? I love Rituel in Paris for gyrotonics What is your favoUrite Rouge and running in Luxembourg Gardens. In LA I like to Dior colour and Why? I love hike anywhere in nature. How will you describe the pinks and nudes, but also love a perfect kiss? A perfect kiss is the expression of the classic reds of Dior and the true love. Finally, your escape is? My couch with matt version of the famous 999. a good book.
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