bareMinerals Lash Domination Volumising Mascara

There’s been a unmistakeable shift in mascara ergonomics – along with formulas, brands are redesigning wands for increased volume and coverage. Case in point: bareMinerals Lash Domination, a silver bullet that holds a “Protwist 180” wand. In lay terms, the helical brush curls and coats lashes for an exceptionally dom lash look.

Available in August for £16 from Bareminerals.co.uk

Dolce & Gabbana Lace Collection Intenseye Mascara

A favourite among gothics and romantics alike is the Dolce & Gabbana Lace Collection Intenseye mascara. The bristle brush is simple, tapering at the top, and  the wand is stiff for a classical application. Meanwhile, in typical Dolce fashion, the formula is highly-pigmented yet easily applied.

Available for £24.50 from Harrods.com

Givenchy Noir Couture Waterproof Mascara

The Givenchy Noir Couture Waterproof mascara is one of two recently launched mascaras for the brand. While both are stunning, we’re frankly impressed by the silky application of the waterproof Noir Couture. While most waterproof mascaras flake and crumble, Noir Couture volumises with its innovative helical brush and seems to moisturise lashes for long-lasting coverage – and has an incredible package to match.

Available for £22.50 from 01932 233 824

YSL Effet Faux Cils Baby Doll Mascara

There could not be a discussion of the best SS13 mascaras without due mention of YSL Baby Doll mascara. The gold tube reigns chic while the patented formula lengthens and separates lashes. If you’re dying to replicate the on-trend sex-kitten Sixties look worn by Cara Delevingne in the campaign, check out our exclusive How-To here.

Available for £24.50 from Yslbeauty.co.uk

Estee Lauder Sumptuous Extreme Lash Multiplying Mascara

The Estee Lauder Sumptuous Extreme mascara lives up to its name. The formula is softer than most, with a mousse-like texture that glides effortlessly over even the sparest of lashes. And the big-boy brush is larger and more evenly shaped to grab each lash for an extra dose of batting power.

Available for £22 from EsteeLauder.co.uk

Chanel Jeux De Regards Le Volume Mascara

We told you brands are re-inventing the mascara wand. Chanel Le Volume mascara, part of the new Jeux de Regards collection, harnesses the power of its “snowflake” brush, a cylindrical comb that coats lashes root to tip. Plumped by the stiff bristles, the lashes are coated in a waxy, luscious formula that keeps giving and giving.

Available for £24 from 0207 7493 3836 and Selfridges.com

Guerlain Cils d’Enfer Maxi Lash Mascara 

With its sweet aroma and adorably petite packaging, the Guerlain Cils d’Enfer Maxi Lash mascara brings classic pin-up back to centre stage. The long brush reaches every delicate lash, coating eyes in a velvety, easy-to-apply formula with one fell swoop. Guerlain never follows ridiculous trends nor creates unflattering colours — the Maxi Lash mascara is sweet, classic and strong, just like the brand.

Available for £22 from Houseoffraser.co.uk

Words: Elise Marraro (follow Elise on Twitter @PardonMe_Lissie)

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Welcome to Hit List, a weekly roundup of all things best and present in the world of beauty and fashion. This week, we shed light on some of the best illuminators, powders and bronzers of this season, from barely there Revlon to innovative bareMinerals to featherlight NARS. So take a look, grab a bag, and powder them noses.

1. NARS Light Reflecting Setting Powder

Our first Hit List item combines the setting power of a powder with the light reflection of an illuminator. The NARS Light Reflecting Setting Powder applies matte and reflects light on the skin, reducing the look of wrinkles, pores and other rather unwelcome nasties.

Available £25

2. Chanel Les Beiges Powder

The Chanel Les Beiges collection is as lightweight in design as the actual pressed powder. The powder hails a radiant glow without the buildup, perfect for warm summer days, while the cream and black compact brings a retro chic to an otherwise gentle, unassuming product.

Available £38 at www.selfridges.co.uk

3. & Other Stories Luminising Powder

A welcome surprise to the run-of-the-mill beauty scene is & Other Stories, which boasts an impressive beauty hall with the cosmetics range designed by ab fab make-up artist Lisa Butler. One of the best products from the new range? The Luminising Powder, a lightweight and light on the wallet product.

Available £12 at www.stories.com

4. bareMinerals READY SPF20 Solid Foundation

Give thanks to bareMinerals for a simple yet surprisingly innovative foundation product. The READY SPF20 Solid Foundation is indeed a concealing foundation, but has the texture of a pressed powder. With our skin smooth and coverage long-lasting, our initial caution has turned to steadfast approval.

5. Revlon Nearly Naked Pressed Powder

While recent trends have us covering our faces in bright lipsticks and and sparkling metallics, sometimes less is truly more. The Revlon Nearly Naked compact provides coverage with a simple swoosh of iridescent powder. With SPF20 and a barely there price tag to match, getting naked is perhaps the greatest trend this season.

Available £7.99 at www.superdrug.com

6. Guerlain Terra Ora

There could be no list of besting bronzers without the infamous Guerlain Terra Ora bronzing powder. With the new and improved bronzer from the Terracotta Summer Collection, blinded by the white babes can transform into bronze goddesses by using the two-tone compact to add contour and depth.

Available £45 May 20th at www.houseoffraser.co.uk

7. YSL Terre Saharienne Powder

While most brands will simply reply to ‘bronzer’ with ‘beach,’ YSL takes a much more imaginative, appreciative route for inspiration. The Terre Saharienne powder takes inspiration from the east, with its monogrammed burgundy case fashioned after moucharabieh screens and the powder producing a heated, summery glow more likened to treks through desert sands than budget resort beaches.

Available £34 on www.yslbeauty.co.uk

Words: Elise Marraro

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