Tom Pecheux is a popular name around the ramp. This creative French makeup artist is the director at Estee. He was brought up in north-central France and thought of pursuing culinary art in the beginning. But later he became the front man of Estee Lauder and is the most sought after makeup guru of the top runway models. His signature creation, the glowing, sun kissed look is the one that is much talked about in fashion circle. He was recently spotted at London, working on his collection for Spring/Summer 2012.
Age: 40 years
Currently works as: Creative Makeup Director at Estee Lauder. He joined the 64-year-old esteemed fashion organization last November to give it a twist of naughtiness and fantasy.
Pro- makeup tips
1. The Scarlet fever
Tom Pecheux gives us an idea to achieve a scarlet red look this spring summer. He recommends this tone for the skin because a tired and grimy skin can instantly get the spur of fresh energy with this look. But he also advises to keep it minimal. Thus, he advises the use of broad applicator brush and red colored blush-ons to highlight the raised areas of the face, such as the cheek bones, the either sides of the bridge of the nose, the chin and the sides of the forehead. But, he strongly discourages the use of small bushes as that can make you look too red, too patchy.
2. The exotic arch
This is a look that the makeup artist says, will reign in the runway as well as the daily life due to its closer to bare appeal. He experimented with this look on the spokesmodel of Estee Lauder, Liu Wen and it was an instant hit. Keeping the rest of the face minimal, he focused on the eyebrows and the regions around them. Thus, he defined the eyebrows perfectly well, emphasizing more on the aches. Then he opted for burgundy violet highlighter to dab evenly all over the upper parts of the eye lids. Thus, the resultant effect was something playful yet sober.
3. The crush of blue
This makeup tip, suggested by Tom Pecheux, is meant for the ramp and is sure to be the most sought after for its cold appeal. It will be popular among the runway models for its three dimensional effect. The creative artist chose shades of blue to achieve the look. He went for darker shade of indigo to paint the outer rim of the eye sockets as well as the inner and the outer corners. He evened out the color with a brush and went for lighter shade of blue to fill up the space in between, paying more attention towards the high rise of the eyeball. A watery blue lip gloss was selected by the artist to color the lips and complete the look.
4. The mesmerizing smoky eyes
Tom says that smoky eyes of British models make him really crazy. He also remarks that it is easy to achieve. An eye shadow that is black in color will do the trick. But the lips must be kept nude with a hint of shiny gloss.
Tom Pecheux recommends buying
Here are a few products that the expert makeup artist considers as beauty must haves. Have a look and consider buying to add a Tom Pecheux touch to your makeup routine.
1. Estée Lauder Advance Night Repair
This is a night cream from Pecheuxâs home brand that looks after the damaged cells throughout the night.
Price: $47.50
2. Shiseido Eyelash Curler
Eye makeup will never be complete if you do not have this product that curls your lashes in the most natural way.
Price: $19
3. Boiron Homéoplasmine
This authentic French product is a great way to nourish and pamper your lips.
Price: $13.96
4.Estée Lauder Take It Away Long Wear Makeup Remover Towelettes
The mess of removing a stubborn makeup will now be easy with this product from Estee Lauder.
Price: $21.95
5. M.A.C Sculpt
This is a great product to impart sculpted cheekbones with shades of natural pink.
Price: $10.20
6. Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation
Either a thin film or a thick coat, this foundation will help you achieve the effect as you prefer
Price: £ 22.3
7. Estée Lauder Blue Dahlia Eye Shadow Palette
A great fashion item for the season, this eye shadow will give you the most wanted blue appeal.
Price: $11.99
8. M.A.C Pro #205 Mascara Fan Brush
A remarkable brush that makes the lashes look impeccable and the eyebrow well tamed.
Price: $17.50
9. Estée Lauder TurboLash Mascara
This is a great product from Estee Lauder that promises to give you lush and voluminous lashes.
Price: $30