TIPS FROM THE TOP

It's one of the most iconic heritage department stores ever and has the most instantly recognisable carrier bag in the world. Meet Liberty of London Buying Director, Sarah Coonan, who allows us to rummage through her makeup bag for a series of interviews with those that know. Discover her beauty tips and secrets.

Trusty Mascara?

Chantecaille Faux Cils Longest Lash is incredible! It’s expensive but worth everything penny. In addition to being a great mascara, it contains a special peptide which stimulates keratin and gives you thick, long, healthy lashes. I’ve used it for over a decade.

Instant Eye Shadow?

My favourites are Chantecaille I’m shade Sel and Surratt Lid Laquer in Hadaka. Both are beautiful formulations and the pigment is great. My top eyeshadow tip is to use a primer like Trish McEvoy Eye Base Essential. It’s a must for a perfectly made up eye.

Easy Brow Gel?

I have really blonde eyebrows so a good pencil and brow gel are essential. I use Hourglass Arch Brow Pencil and Gel, they are completely foolproof.

Killer Lipstick?

NARS Audacious Lipstick in Annabella is an instant confidence-booster. If you find a great red lipstick that you love, it’s transformative.

BarelyThere Concealer?

Hourglass Veil Retouching Fluid is my everyday, most used product. It’s great on its own or with foundation and the lightweight formula isn’t too heavy. As an added bonus it contains hyaluronic acid so is really hydrating.

Glow Giver?

For me, the best glow comes from beautiful skin so if you start there you’ll get the best results. I’m currently using Herbivore Prism which is an incredible acid serum. It exfoliates and smoothes leaving really even, healthy skin that glows.

Favourite Otis Batterbee makeup bag? 

It has to be the Carry On Toiletries Case, it has two handy compartments and a handy hook.