For a Flight Attendant getting your makeup right is not optional. It is part of over-all
look and my airline if you didn't have perfect makeup you would get a warning that
could eventually lead to black marks on your record.
The same is true for your interview , please don't turn up with poorly applied makeup.


If you're really not that good (and trust me you will be after a year or so) then what I
suggest is on interview day go see a professional.



My airline approved makeup regime

This method works for me and over time with plenty of practice, it can take as little
as 15 minutes for the whole process. Some women may require more steps while
others less but I believe that my routine is simple yet effective.


1. Makeup base

Most makeup bases work as a “hold” for makeup, helping makeup to stay on longer
and at the same time moisturize face.

Flash Balm by Clarins – This product acts as a makeup base for me. Apply evenly
on the whole face and wait for a few minutes before applying foundation/powder. It
also acts as a “perk me up” to make skin look more radiant.

During the occasional pimple outbreak, I use the
concealer by H&M.

2. Foundation

Studio Fix by MAC
- Studio Fix is a powder and foundation in one that combines
good coverage with easy application. You can say it’s for the lazy women or those in
a hurry. The texture is velvety and provides a very matte finish. Re-application or
touch-up is quick as well.

3. Eye Brows

Eye brow pencil by Shiseido
– My brows are very sparse so this is a must. I was
taught to use a shade or two lighter than my hair colour so I wouldn’t look too fierce.
Drawing the brows takes skill which is developed over time with lots of practice.
Nobody gets it right the first few times and probably need several attempts at it.
Always be careful here as brows that are drawn too thick look really artificial.
Remember to use the brow brush to remove excessive application and to soften the
look.

4. Eye Shadow

I have used the following over the years:

-        Shiseido
-        Kanebo
-        MAC
-        Red Earth
-        Bobbi Brown

My favourite are Bobbi Brown and Red Earth for different reasons. Just make sure
you know your skin tone; warm or cool. Mine’s warm so I tend to use colours like
brown, beige and cream. The eye shadow is usually applied from the inner lid to the
outer and in small, light strokes. The first step is to use a lighter colour to apply on
the whole eye lid. This acts as a highlight to make the eye sockets look deeper.
Then a darker colour is applied on the bottom half of the top eye lid (Use double eye
lid crease as guide)

Optional: Liquid or pencil eyeliner to “enlarge” eyes.
       
Eye Contour Gel by Clarins to prevent puffiness.

5. Mascara

After trying several brands, I find the most suitable and highly recommended one to
be
HYPNÔSE by Lancome. This mascara doesn’t clump or smudge and allows
smooth application. After applying the desired amount, leave lashes to dry for 5
minutes and then use eyelash curler to enhance curls.

6. Cheeks

Blushcreme by MAC – This product is creamy and glides smoothly on cheeks. It will
not crack like some other brands. Once again, choosing the correct colour is
important and it is essential to determine skin tone.

7. Lips

There are 2 things I swear by when it comes to my lips – Lip Balm & Lip Liner.

Lip Balm – This is essential for moisturizing the lips. There’s nothing uglier than
chapped lips. EEEEWWW! I recommend anything from
Blistex especially the Herbal
Answer and Spa Effects.

H&M Lip Liner – This is a great product and best part is; it’s cheap! It’s definitely
US$5 well spent! The liner glides on the lips effortlessly and stays on for hours! The
liner is important firstly to define the lip contours and secondly to ensure that the lips
look good even when the lipstick slowly disappears.

Lipstick – Good choices are
Slimshine by MAC, Sheer Envy by Red Earth, All-
Day Lipstick by Estee Lauder
& Super Lustrous Shiny Sheers by Revlon.
Actually, lipsticks preferences are very subjective, plus there are so many products
in the market. At the end of the day, just choose one that fits your budget and more
importantly one that contains moisturizing ingredients. When choosing colours, the
same skin tone criteria apply.


Summary

Makeup is important in a Flight Attendant’s life. Knowing the correct techniques will
help ensure the makeup is not excessively applied. When applied correctly it can
help to enhance the features on your face, boosting your confidence and making
you stand out in a crowd. Which is definitely what you want at a Cabin crew interview






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