Best known as Katy Perry’s go-to makeup artist, we asked Todd Delano to share with us his favorite beauty products — and we’re happy to report that almost all of them are guilt-free buys. Who knew that Covergirl mascara was Katy’s touring beauty essential? Read on to find out which staples you’ll find in his kit.
Beauty Diary: Celebrity Makeup Artist Todd Delano
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"A long-time favorite for thick lashes is the CoverGirl Clump Crusher Mascara by LashBlast for defining lashes without clumping or smudging — an essential during Katy’s shows."
CoverGirl Clump Crusher Mascara by LashBlast, $7.99 at CoverGirl
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"This spray is my go-to hair product. It gives texture and body with a matte finish."
Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray, $42.00 at Oribe
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"Beautyblenders are essential for applying foundation! They blend out makeup seamlessly and give an airbrushed effect."
Beautyblender The Original, $19.95 at Sephora
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"I love using this to brighten and de-puff the eye area as well as to smooth out fine lines."
SK-II Signs Eye Mask, $115 at Sephora
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"This cream is amazing. It’s a rich, hydrating moisturizer that gives the skin a beautiful glow."
La Mer Moisturizing Soft Cream, $160 at Nordstrom
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“This luminizer looks incredible when applied to the body. It gives a perfect, sun-kissed glow."
CoverGirl truMAGIC, $10.49 at CoverGirl
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“These liners provide a glittery eye look without the mess. I like to take the stopper out and use my own brushes to apply to lids or even lips!”
Urban Decay Heavy Metal, $19 at Urban Decay
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“As the seasons change, I can’t go without this foundation for a fresh, natural look. The oil-free formula pulls oil and sweat away from your face rather than trapping it under your foundation.”
CoverGirl Ready, Set Gorgeous Oil Free Foundation, $6.94 at Walmart
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“To make sure eye makeup never budges, I use NARS’ primer for prepping the lids for perfectly even shadow.”
NARS Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base, $25 at Sephora
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“Sephora’s professional brushes are amazing. They have both real hair and synthetic options in various sizes and shapes for whatever makeup look you may be doing.”
Sephora Collection Brushes, prices vary at Sephora
