From the glowy foundation I wear every day to pretty lipstick colors that are on constant rotation, Chanel is a brand that is heavily stocked in my beauty drawer. Over the years, I’ve discovered plenty of products by trying them at the beauty counter, getting recommendations from friends, or test-driving the new Chanel launches that have everyone talking.
For the most in-the-know recommendations in the game, though, I’m turning to Chanel makeup artists who work with the biggest A-list talent and know the best of the best. After all, they have access to everything in the Chanel beauty world and know exactly which products translate on the red carpet.
To find out which buzzy products deserve your attention and a spot in your beauty bag, I spoke with Nina Park, Pati Dubroff, and Cyndle Komarovski—makeup artists who celebrities including Margot Robbie, Zoë Kravitz, and Rebecca Dayan have on speed dial—to find out which Chanel beauty products have a permanent place in their beauty kits. Ahead, see which ones made the cut, including a few cult items like the undereye masks, mascara, and highlighting stick that are so good they were recommended multiple times.
Working with some of the biggest celebrity A-listers including Zoë Kravitz and Hailey Bieber, as well as crafting looks for cover shoots with Elle and editorials with Hommegirls, Nina Park is one of the most in-demand makeup artists to know right now. Her less-is-more aesthetic champions otherworldly, glowing skin and looks that accentuate her clients’ natural features. See her go-to Chanel products ahead. Client list: Zoë Kravitz, Kaia Gerber, Hailey Bieber, Laura Harrier, HoYeon Jung, Taylor Russell
“I always include the CHANEL Le Lift Firming – Anti-Wrinkle Flash Eye Revitalizer in my skin prep before any shoot or carpet. They’re magic and make you look like you’ve had 8 hours of sleep.”
“I love using the CHANEL Les Beiges Sheer Healthy Glow Highlighting Fluid because it’s a watery-light highlighter that gives a subtle, radiant glow. I apply this to the tops of the cheekbones, down the nose, and sides of forehead before starting complexion. I love the way it looks when the highlighter peeks through the foundation. I also love mixing a few drops into body lotion to get a radiant sheen to arms and legs.”
“The CHANEL Stylo Ombre et Contour in 12 – Contour Clair is the multi-use staple in my kit. I love using this versatile, cool taupe shade to sculpt around the eyes, the cheeks, and lips.”
“I like layering blushes to create different depth and textures. I love using the CHANEL N°1 de CHANEL Lip and Cheek Balm as a first layer (or alone) for a glowy, fresh wash of color to the cheeks.”
CHANEL Rouge Allure Ink gives the perfect amount of sheer, buildable color to the lips. I like to stain the lips with Rouge Allure Ink by pressing in with my fingers or a synthetic dome eyeshadow brush for a perfect, effortless lip color that lasts.
After assisting Bobbi Brown and François Nars, makeup artist Pati Dubroff grew to be one of the biggest names in celebrity and editorial beauty. Dubroff works with some of the most recognizable faces in Hollywood, from Margot Robbie to Kristen Stewart, as well as a crop of emerging stars including Simone Ashley. Her style range from clean skin with highlighted cheekbones to looks that play with bold pops of color. Here, she names her red carpet essentials. Client list: Margot Robbie, Cindy Crawford, Kirsten Dunst, Priyanka Chopra, Kristen Stewart, Elizabeth Olsen, Simone Ashley
“I am completely obsessed with the newest CHANEL Noir Allure Mascara. This is the only one I reach for when working with my clients. The brush really combs through the lash and creates a lot of definition without any clumps and it holds so well!”
“The CHANEL Les Pinceaux de CHANEL Touch-Up Face Brush N°104 is my go-to brush for blending and buffing foundation. The shape makes it really easy to distribute foundation evenly and flawlessly.”
“Depending on the palette of the face, I use the CHANEL Baume Essentiel Multi-Use Glow Stick in Transparent, Golden Light, or Rosée. These balms add the most beautiful and natural looking highlight to the face.”
“The CHANEL Hydra Beauty Nourishing Lip Care is always the first step when prepping my clients. It is super rich and nourishing.”
“The CHANEL Stylo Ombre et Contour in 12 – Contour Clair eyeshadow/liner is my go-to for giving the eye a bit of structure or ‘contour’.”
Cyndle Komarovski has a wide range that includes everything from flawless, bare-faced looks to directional, boundary-pushing looks that will leave you inspired. These make her go-to makeup artist for Chanel campaign, a regular collaborator with NYC fashion brand Khaite, and someone that celebrities including Lily Aldridge and Rebecca Dayan have on speed dial. Scroll to see the Chanel beauty items she always has in her kit. Client list: Lily Aldridge, Kristine Froseth, Rebecca Dayan, Coco Baudelle, Olivia Wilde
“CHANEL N°1de CHANEL Revitalizing Foundation is my choice for red carpet. This foundation acts as a second skin, but also gives you buildable coverage for the areas that need a little extra love. What I love about this formula is that is doesn’t stay shiny (but stays glowing) on the skin, making it ideal for red carpet and on camera flash photographs. It is always better to apply shine in specific areas of the face rather than having it shine all over.”
“Using a kabuki brush, I buff in CHANEL Les Beiges Healthy Glow Sheer Powder as an overall setting powder over the foundation and concealer. It creates a lightweight, velvet texture on the skin and adds a touch of warmth without looking like bronzer.”
“My finishing step on the skin is the CHANEL Baume Essentiel Multi Glow Stick. There is not a face in my chair that goes without this product! I apply it with my fingertips, gently tapping it over the cheek bones and bridge of the nose. It creates the most beautiful ‘glow from within’ without looking like a sparkly highlight on the skin.”
“The new CHANEL Noir Allure Mascara has become my all-time new favorite formula and brush applicator. It separates the lashes and adds volume without looking heavy or clumpy. It’s jet black, but with a touch of red that opens up the eye beautifully. What I also love about this formula is that you are able to add more mascara, even after it has dried with no flakes or clumps.”
“I always start makeup prep with skincare that helps enhance makeup. The CHANEL Le Lift Firming – Anti-Wrinkle Flash Eye Revitalizer patches and serum combination smooths and plumps fine lines while helping with puffiness. It is the perfect base before concealer.”
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