Thanks to the amazing people from Influenster I was invited for a makeover at Marc Jacobs counter in John Lewis store on Oxford Street. How amazing does that sound? As someone who doesn’t really own high-end makeup products apart from a couple of eyeshadow palettes, I was extremely excited. And nervous because I never had my makeup done by a professional makeup artist. I loved the outcome of this makeover so much that I decided to write down what products were used and how to recreate the Marc Jacobs iconic halo effect on your eyes.
Before I get into the Marc Jacobs romantic makeup look and how to achieve it, I need to say that I had an absolute star of an MUA. He made the entire experience 100 times better with his jokes and his knowledge of makeup blew my mind. He knew absolutely everything and even more than that. Not only did my makeup look incredible, I also got to meet such an amazing human being.
Now let’s get down to business!
Marc Jacobs makeover – romantic makeup look
Products used
On my face I have:
Under(cover) Coconut Face Primer
Dew Drops Gel Highlighter
Genius Gel Foundation in #14
Remedy Concealer in #1
Airblush in Flesh&Fantasy
Glowstick Highlighter in Spotlight
For my eyes:
Under(cover) Coconut Eye Primer
Eye-conic palette in Provocouture
Highliner Gel Pencil in Earthquake
Velvet Noir Mascara
Brow Wow in Medium Brown
For my lips:
Poutliner in Oh Cocoa
Le Marc Lip Creme in J’Adore
The method
During my makeover, I was introduced to halo eye look. To create this you need to first find the darkest matte shade in your palette. Then with a small brush, you use it to create a ‘bracket’ on your eye – simply put in in your inner and outer part of your eyelid. Then repeat the same underneath your eye. Blend it in gently. Next, find a matte shade second from the darkest one and blend it in in the crease of your eye and on your bottom eyelid. Using the lightest shade fill in the space between your crease and your eyebrow. To fill in the space between your ‘bracket’ pick up a shimmery shade, ideally in a similar tone to the second matte colour you used. Pat it gently onto your eyelid. By doing this you create a slightly different take on smokey eye. To finish the look off, using an eyeliner pencil, draw lines on your upper and lower inner lashline. It’s especially helpful for people who have rather small eyes located quite deep in their skull (like me) as it makes your eyes pop and they look bigger. Then apply mascara and you’re ready to go!
The verdict
In case you haven’t noticed yet – I fell in love with this look. We actually managed to find a foundation shade that matched my skin tone perfectly. I wasn’t even able to tell the difference or where the foundation was applied, the match was so good. At the beginning, I wasn’t very sure about the initial colour on my eyes being so incredibly pink, but it blended in perfectly and complimented the look nicely. I had never tried any Marc Jacobs products before my makeover and was very pleasantly surprised with their quality. The highliner pencil is SUPERwaterproof which meant that it actually stayed on despite my eyes watering most of the time. And Velvet Noir mascara is tearproof, which was very useful as well. Normally, when I do my makeup I can feel the layer of foundation on my face – with Marc Jacobs one it felt like I had nothing on. Even my boyfriend who doesn’t like it when I wear makeup adored this look. Quite possibly because my face didn’t have this cakey look.
I will definitely be (trying) to recreate this look myself with a variety of shades!
Until next time xx
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Tags : daytime to evening makeup look, halo eye makeup, Marc Jacobs, Marc Jacobs romantic makeup look
Rachael says
December 13, 2017 at 11:23 amThat colour on your eyes really suits you! Looks lovely
Helpless Whilst Drying
Julia says
December 13, 2017 at 12:46 pmThank you! It’s a really gorgeous palette xx
Karolina says
December 12, 2017 at 9:16 amNajpiękniejsza moja! :* super zobaczyć, że Twój blog tak fajnie się rozwija <3 trzymam kciuki za dalsze sukcesy 😀
Julia says
December 12, 2017 at 12:49 pmDziękuję 🙂 xx
Anu says
December 2, 2017 at 2:23 pmI don’t think I’ve ever tried anything from Marc Jacobs either! I think the makeup looks absolutely fantastic though and I’m obsessed with the eye look :)x
Anu | Based On blog | Bloglovin
Julia says
December 4, 2017 at 12:10 pmI know right! It’s so pretty, I keep thinking about it all the time haha such beautiful shades it’s unbelievable!
Alicia says
December 2, 2017 at 10:34 amAww sounds like a good time! I’m so sad I had to miss mine ☹️, this look is cute xx
Julia says
December 4, 2017 at 11:57 amOh no, I’m so sorry you had to miss yours! Next time!
Lily says
December 1, 2017 at 2:09 pmThis look is beautiful why are MUA so talented, I need their skills. Also the eyeshadow palette is so pretty!! xx
Julia says
December 1, 2017 at 3:24 pmI loved every single eyeconic palette from their range but I thought this one was way up my street! I wish I was half as talented as a MUA, that would be way more than enough for me! They’re all so good!
andthenzen ✨ says
December 1, 2017 at 8:49 amI’ve actually never tried Marc Jacob’s makeup, because I’m definitely more of a drugstore gal, but you look absolutely incredible?! Such a great opportunity from Influenster.. 🙊
Julia says
December 1, 2017 at 12:55 pmI know right! I’m a drugstore kinda girl as well, so I felt so spoilt. I can definitely feel the difference between drugstore and high-end. Still, I’m not planning to suddenly spend a lot more money on my makeup, at least not until I have a stable income.
Leslie says
November 30, 2017 at 5:20 amI love that look on you! And thank you for writing down the steps for us! Although I don’t think it would turn out like it did on you!
Julia says
November 30, 2017 at 1:56 pmI doubt I could do it as well as MUA but it’s worth giving it a try!
Samantha says
November 29, 2017 at 5:45 pmI’ve not tried any Marc Jacob’s makeup but would love too and I might have to try the halo eye look. You look so gorgeous and it sounds like you had a lovely time 💕
Samantha | https://believeinamiracle.co.uk
Julia says
November 29, 2017 at 6:33 pmThank you! If you ever have a chance give Marc Jacobs a try!
Yasmin Browne says
November 29, 2017 at 3:36 pmI hear so many great things about marc jacob, i have never tried their products as yet – but loving your natural glowly look – looks stunning!
Julia says
November 29, 2017 at 3:51 pmThank you! Before this makeover I was a ‘Marc Jacobs virgin’ as my MUA called me haha definitely give it a try if you’ve got a chance!
Alice says
November 29, 2017 at 2:44 pmI’d love to try more of the Marc Jacobs Beauty range – I absolutely love the Velvet Noir mascara, it’s literally incredible. Their eyeshadow palettes look stunning and a coconut primer sounds amazing! That look suits you so well x
Alice http://www.accordingtoalicex.com
Julia says
November 29, 2017 at 3:49 pmThe coconut primer is amazing. All of the products are to be fair! I can’t believe how good of a quality it is and when you compare it to the price it is actually quite cheap. Still way too expensive for me though 😛 maybe one day!
Alice says
November 29, 2017 at 2:18 pmYou look super gorgeous! I’m so glad it was a nice experience for you, I always feel really intimidated by MUAs on counters as they’re usually so attractive and flawless haha! I received one of these invitations also but have been too nervous to book it, I’m thinking I might now…
Alice Xx
Julia says
November 29, 2017 at 3:48 pmDefinitely do it! It was so much fun. I know what you mean about feeling intimidated, I was so nervous to actually go over to the counter and felt a bit awkward when I sat down but they all make you feel so comfortable. I took my boyfriend with me for some extra support if needed and he had the time of his life as well.
Everthing Chessie says
November 29, 2017 at 1:48 pmNo way, congratulations! I received their mascara from influenster and I’m in love! You look amazing and I’m glad you had an amazing time!x
Francesca | everythingchessie.co.uk 🌿
Julia says
November 29, 2017 at 1:52 pmI love their Velvet Noir mascara, received a little sample of it as a gift and I find it so nice!
kerry says
November 29, 2017 at 1:25 pmOhhhh how lovely! I have never tried anything from Marc Jacobs, but heard so much about the coconut primer. I love the look they created for you, what a great way to try the products. Love the sound of the halo eye too! Thank you for sharing x.
Julia says
November 29, 2017 at 1:48 pmIt was amazing, their products really are as good as people say!
Savana says
November 29, 2017 at 9:24 amI love the look you got. You look beautiful. I love Marc Jacobs Beauty products. Such a great experience.
Julia says
November 29, 2017 at 10:48 amI love the products now as well! I don’t know how I’m going to use my foundation anymore after trying this one, it was so good!
Amanda says
November 28, 2017 at 10:25 pmOMG, I never heard of this makeup method before. I must confess I rarely use eyeshadow or mascara (I have quite thick eyelashes and it always looks, well, wrong), but in fact I use a lot of liquid eyeliner! Anyway, I must give the look a try because it seems pretty easy and looks fab!
Best!
Amanda
http://www.somethingfashion.es
Julia says
November 29, 2017 at 10:46 amThanks! I’ve never heard of that either, then I googled it and found loads of Youtube tutorials haha where have I been?! 😀
emily isobelle jane says
November 28, 2017 at 8:37 pmLove this, it’s so informative! Going to try the bracket method myself! the look looks fab on you and so glad you had a lovely time.
Julia says
November 28, 2017 at 8:59 pmThank you! It’s so easy, it may not sound like it but in practice the bracket method is very easy to make 😀