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Martin, 31, may be a Royal family favourite, but it’s a subject she’s not allowed to talk about. When I ask – a few days before the Coronation – whether she’ll be tending to any royal faces during the event, she says she is contractually obliged not to say.
If you don’t give a stuff about retinols and peptides when you meet her, you’ll be fascinated by the time you part ways. If Hannah Martin wasn’t so warm, she’d be rather intimidating, possessed as she is of such a flawlessly made-up face. But while her face might be ‘show poodle’ her personality is ‘Labrador’, thanks to a boundless enthusiasm for her job that’s gloriously infectious. Makeup artist to the stars Hannah Martin has 15 years experience in the beauty industry. Working her magic on everything from editorial shoots to catwalks she has worked with some powerhouse names in the industry including L'Oreal Paris, Cle de Peau Beaute, and SpaceNK. After all, Martin’s enthusiasm for her craft is contagious. ‘You’re not vain if you enjoy beauty,’ she reasons. ‘Enjoy it, embrace it – go for your life.’ With over 20 years of experience and an impressive portfolio that includes A-list celebrities, fashion shoots, and collaborations with industry titans, Hannah's artistry and expertise have earned her global acclaim.YouTube sensation and the ‘queen of radiant skin and smoky eye tutorials’, brings us the ultimate guide to flawless makeup. Martin doesn’t rule out launching her own range in the future. ‘I’ve dabbled in product development [she has collaborated with Beauty Pie, Ciaté London and MyBeautyBrand]. So yes, I suppose I have a blue sky dream. But the market is saturated at the moment.’ Happily for Martin’s clients, royal and otherwise, not only is she an accomplished make-up artist but an empath, a skill honed during an aborted nursing degree. ‘While nursing, I knew on day one that it wasn’t for me, but I learned so much.’ Such as? ‘Communication and interpersonal skills, I absolutely credit nursing for.’ We’ve asked eight leading make-up artists to share their favourite brushes to help narrow down your search, with expert advice on why each one is a cult-buy for them. For these professionals, brushes are an essential part of their kit, so we trust that you’re in good hands. Martin is, however, happy to converse more broadly about the make-up required for public-facing events. ‘I don’t think there are stipulations for the young royals,’ she says, ‘but I do think that in the same way that fashion is a uniform, hair and make-up falls into a similar category.
In February 2020, Hannah joined Channel 5's revamped '10 Years Younger in 10 Days' series as the resident makeup expert. Her life-changing makeovers captured hearts and accolades alike, culminating in the show winning Best Fashion and Makeup Show at the 2021 National Reality TV Awards. In a profession not always known for its candour, Martin’s is refreshing. ‘I can’t say I’ve never used a filter. I have. I would never use a filter on anything that’s a paid piece of content, because it’s against the law. But nor have I [used one] when I’ve been trying to do instructional or educational pieces, which is 99 per cent of my content. There is no excuse for blurring or face-augmenting filters.’ Most brides have a few months at least to plan their weddings (current circumstances have thrown this into question for some, I know) but self-care, especially skincare is particularly important. Some brides focus so much on the makeup that they neglect the canvas. It’s a great opportunity to help get your skin into condition so your makeup sits flawlessly on the big day. The greatest thing anyone can do for their skin is drink a lot of water. That’s right-you don’t have to spend hundreds of pounds on fancy treatments; drinking straight water does wonders for your skin. Then getting into good habits like exfoliating regularly and feeding your skin with serums (I love Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair) under your moisturiser will also help. Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base is the perfect makeup base for your big day. 3. Don’t do anything new in the days prior to the weddingHannah Martin has created amazing looks using top British beauty brands. Now she shares her expertise in this must-have resource, so you can master everything from everyday look to special-occasion glamour.
A make-up artist at the top of her game, Martin’s dexterity with her own blusher is the best advertisement for why her clients should trust her with theirs. And they do: so famous is her clientele that half of them, she can’t even talk about. You’ll also need to consider your budget when adding to your collection, while looking out for tools that are easy to clean and don’t moult. Not all brushes are vegan or cruelty-free either, so be mindful of this as you shop.Hannah's remarkable skillset has led to her working with countless high-profile personalities including Helen Mirren, Hannah Waddingham and Nadiya Hussain. Notably, she has also had the honour of contributing to the radiant beauty of a couple of royal brides. What makes a successful online tutorial? Honesty.’ It wouldn’t be surprising if the Princess of Wales had turned to Martin’s skilled hand for her big entrance at Westminster Abbey earlier this month: Kate’s make-up that day was highly considered and technical, designed to ensure her face was clearly visible to millions watching.
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