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Mimi Talks to Trish McEvoy

“Stay simple, stay organised.” Wise words from one of the most admired and respected women in cosmetics, Trish McEvoy.

Make up artist Trish McEvoy developed her beauty brand (which includes cosmetics, professional-quality brushes, skincare and fragrance) to teach women how to do their own make up with high quality products and with tools that were unavailable at the time of launch. The simple designs, clean modern shapes and functionality of every product has guaranteed Trish a large, loyal and deserved following.

Here we find out more about her life, her loves and her passion for making 'real make up for real women.'

About You

What made you decide to start your own brand?
I started my own brand so that I could teach women how to do their own makeup, so that they could look great using tools that were not available at that time.

What ‘hero’ Trish McEvoy products would you recommend to readers that have never experienced the brand?
My Makeup Planner and my new Treatment Foundation SPF 15.

What’s your number one beauty tip?
WEAR SUNSCREEN EVERY DAY!

Key beauty trend for this season?
The constant mixture of treatment and color to enhance your skin.

Favourite discovery
My Makeup Planner.

Who inspires you
Women everywhere.

Happiest when?
I’ve made a difference in someone’s life because of my craft.

Favourite designer
Michael Kors

My Favourites

Beauty Booster SPF 15 Lip Gloss in Brightening Pink

Foundation
Mineral Powder SPF 15 Foundation

Concealer
My Correct and Brighten pen and Flawless Concealer

Make-up Brushes
The babies that I make in my little portable brush sets.

Fragrance
It really depends on my mood. I have so many fragrances in my line, I mix and layer, I change out for the season, I love them all!

Desert island product
Sunscreen (Beauty Booster SPF 15)

Where do you live?
We live in New York City, but love our time out at our beach home in Southampton during the summer months

Pets
Cutie, my maltese

Favourite restaurant
Il Cantanori

Favourite drink
Coffee

Do you eat organic and lead an eco-conscious lifestyle?
When I can

Favourite snack
Yogurt

Favourite holiday product
My scented candles

Can’t live without…
My honey