Cover Want to know what’s really in a celebrity make-up artist’s kit? These are the skincare and beauty products the pros reach for to create those flawless red-carpet looks (Photo: Joseph Okpako/WireImage)
Want to know what’s really in a celebrity make-up artist’s kit? These are the skincare and beauty products the pros reach for to create those flawless red-carpet looks (Photo: Joseph Okpako/WireImage)
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Discover the exact skincare and cosmetics top make-up artists are using on Zendaya, Sadie Sink and Lola Tung right now
Ever wonder what make-up artists actually use to get celebrities red-carpet ready? Behind those flawless complexions is usually a carefully chosen mix of skincare and makeup, from products that prep and hydrate the skin to formulas designed to stay put under bright lights and high-definition cameras. Professional make-up artists often combine tried-and-tested favourites with newer launches, choosing each product for its texture, finish and staying power. Their kits can also reveal which formulas are quietly becoming industry favourites. Here, we take a closer look at the skincare and beauty products top make-up artists are using right now, plus what makes them worth a place in a professional kit.
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Key beauty products used by celebrity make-up artists
- Charlotte’s Magic Cream and Prada Touch Cream to Powder Blush: Applied by Ernesto Casillas on Zendaya for deep skin hydration and a natural matte flush.
- Guerlain Rouge G and Louis Vuitton Crayon: Selected by Nina Park for Sadie Sink and Hoyeon to create refined lip looks and precise facial definition.
- Anastasia Beverly Hills Space Dust Powder and Glam by Majha: Used by Sophia Sinot on Zara Larsson for luminous dimensional highlight and sculpted features.
- Redken Refreshing Curl Mist: Utilised by Aika Flores on Belmont Cameli to define natural hair texture and maintain moisture.
- Tilt Beauty Easy Way Lip Liner: Applied by Misha Shahzada on Lola Tung as an unreleased formula designed for smooth lip outline definition.
Ernesto Casillas: hydration and blush application on Zendaya
For Zendaya, professional make-up artists like Ernesto Casillas prioritize skin preparation alongside subtle color application. Casillas uses Charlotte’s Magic Cream to establish a hydrated base before applying cosmetic coverage. The formula contains peptides, hyaluronic acid and vitamins C and E to plump the skin’s surface. Following skin preparation, Casillas applies Prada Touch Cream to Powder Blush. This formula transforms from a creamy texture upon contact into a soft powder finish, offering a buildable flush that avoids heavy texture under professional lighting.
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Nina Park: classic lip and eye definition on Sadie Sink and Hoyeon
Nina Park relies on focused lip and eye products when working with actors Sadie Sink and Hoyeon. Park incorporates Guerlain Rouge G lipstick, a customizable formula known for rich pigmentation and nourishing ingredients such as jojoba oil and mango butter. To complement the lip color, Park uses the Louis Vuitton Crayon. This multi-use pencil allows makeup artists to create clean eye lines or subtle structural definition around the face, ensuring long-wearing precision throughout public appearances.
Sophia Sinot: dimensional highlighting on Zara Larsson
Sophia Sinot creates high-impact dimensional looks for musician Zara Larsson using specialized powder formulas. Sinot applies Anastasia Beverly Hills Space Dust Powder, a finely milled illuminator that reflects light without leaving a harsh cast or visible glitter particles. To complete the look, Sinot incorporates products from Glam by Majha to construct balanced facial contours and structured definition, allowing light to catch the high points of the face seamlessly on camera.
Aika Flores: texture refinement on Belmont Cameli
Grooming for male celebrities often centers on hair texture and clean skin finish. Professional make-up artists and hair stylists like Aika Flores focus on targeted hair control when preparing actor Belmont Cameli. Flores applies Redken Refreshing Curl Mist to reactivate and define natural wave patterns without adding weight or stiff residue. The mist uses oil-infused hydration to tame frizz and maintain curl shape during long photo sessions or media appearances.
Misha Shahzada: unreleased precision lip care on Lola Tung
Misha Shahzada incorporates newly developed formulations when styling actor Lola Tung. Shahzada uses Tilt Beauty’s Easy Way Lip Liner to shape and define the lip perimeter. The pencil offers a smooth glide that prevents pulling on delicate skin while establishing a clean barrier for lip color. By testing upcoming products prior to public release, make-up artists evaluate formula longevity, color payoff and blendability under real-world conditions.
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Chonx Tibajia is a senior editor at Tatler Asia’s T-Labs team, where she writes widely on lifestyle subjects including beauty, style, entertainment and travel. She has a long career in journalism, including roles as a columnist at The Philippine Star, and is the founder of the creative platform Pineappleversed. Beyond Tatler, her bylines appear in regional lifestyle and business publications, showcasing a broad portfolio that spans beauty trends, travel guides and culture pieces.
