I would describe my day to day to look as mostly a natural look. I don’t wear makeup every single day because I teach dance and also do a lot of yoga. As a professional model, when my agent sends me out I do wear make up, but even then I try for a clean and natural look. Thanks to my years of using Merlot products, I don’t usually have to hide anything on my skin. I am generally just going for a more polished, yet natural look with my makeup.
I wash my face at night with (1) Merlot Grape Seed Face Wash. I use (2) Mary Kay eye makeup remover to remove any eye liner or stubborn make up. I use my (3) Merlot Toner with cotton balls. My skin feels extra fresh and it seems to help minimize my pores. Then I use my (4) Merlot Grape Seed SPF Moisturizer. It’s really rich when it first goes on and then it feels light once I have applied it. My skin feels soothed and nourished. Before using Merlot products, I used to experience eczema flare-ups. But the Merlot products are so gentle I no longer struggle with eczema on my face.
My go-to product for eyes is Makeup Forever. Their eyeshadows are so beautiful and they last! The (5) golden stardust eyeshadow is my favorite. I have a couple of (6) Lancome lipsticks and I love them. My favorite color is called “Truly.” I also use a (7) Dior lip gloss called “Dior addict lip polish 003.” It feels SO good on my lips. It adds a little color and shine!
I do wear concealer. I use (8) Dermablend. I think it makes me look so much more awake. I naturally have dark circles under my eyes, but Dermablend covers them up so well for the ENTIRE day!
I drink a lot of water as well. Drinking a glass of warm water with lemon every morning is great for weight control and for your skin. I also use banana peels to whiten my teeth. I think it makes a difference!
Getting ready for the day makes me feel great and ready to go out and work toward my goals. Having healthy looking skin is a must in my industry. Using Merlot for so many years has given me the confidence to face each day with a positive attitude.
— Erica Brown, Professional Model
