The 10 Beauty Hacks You Need To Know According To Pat McGrath
The industry’s most in-demand make-up artist talks insider tips, tricks and her signature ‘aliengelic‘ skin.
For the most in-demand make-up artist, it all starts with skin. She shows us how to take it to the next level and achieve her signature glow.
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THE ONE MAKE-UP MISTAKE TO AVOID
‘The greatest error anyone can make is a fear of experimentation. I always tell people to use make-up without caution: never be afraid to push the limits. The possibilities are endless.’
MOST MEMORABLE MAKE-UP MOMENT
‘It changes minute by minute. Every time I create a new look, or launch a new Pat McGrath Labs product, it becomes immediately invaluable and deeply memorable. Each experience and creation informs the next, deepening the well of inspiration I pull from to push my artistry even further.’
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MY SINGLE BEST MAKE-UP TIP
‘Use your fingers! There are a million tools and methods for applying makeup, but the one that always yields flawless results is the fingertip. The warmth from your hands has an incredible effect on product, allowing everything from lipstick to foundation and eyeshadow to become even creamier and more malleable to the touch. With the finger you can blot, build, stipple, smooth and layer — it’s the most multifunctional tool in your kit.’
MY SIGNATURE SCENT
‘I achieve everything by mixing and matching, which is why my signature scent is constantly evolving. I custom blend essential oils and fragrances, and when I need energy I go for Michelle Roques-O’Neil’s Restore Therapie Aura Spray, £32. In the evenings I’ll draw a bath with soothing Aromatherapy Associates oils.’
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THE WOMEN THAT INSPIRE ME
‘My most incredible woman is a group of women. Day in and day out, the women on my makeup team and who work at Pat McGrath Labs inspire me with their dedication, passion and generosity.’
MY GO-TO MAKE-UP ROUTINE
‘I keep my personal routine quite simple, with my go-to essentials being foundation, mascara and lip balm or gloss. If I’m going out at night, I love applying loads and loads of mascara.’

Pat McGrath’s signature look
MY SIGNATURE LOOK IS
‘”Aliengelic skin”, which is flawless, luminous and has an ethereal glow. The key is layering and combining different textures to achieve superior luminosity.
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