This was a fun shoot I just did with Guggenheim Productions in New York City, working behind the scenes with GQ magazine and Uniqlo for Vogue TV. Stylists Brett Fahlgren and Cara Crowley showed us how to dress and accessorize for spring and I prettied everyone up!

Images and tips from the day: Brett is GQ's stylist who introduced the male looks from Uniqlo. This boyishly handsome model is Lorenzo Vargas (who has perfect skin). A little Laura Mercier concealer to brighten his eye area, Fashion Fair pressed powder to take down the shine and Lorac Bronzer to add some warmth and contour.

Gorgeous Marina Theiss is originally from Brazil. Here she is with hair stylist and makeup artist Amanda Beczner doing her lovely long locks. (Amanda and I are both petite so Marina towers over both of us.)

For Marina's fresh makeup look:

Chanticaille Compact cream makeup on areas as needed.

A pinky nude lip.

Kevyn Aucoin Sensual Skin Enhancer to brighten under her eyes.

A soft brown eye shadow washing the lid and a touch of eyeliner in black on the top eye line.

Lots of my favorite mascara, Laura Mercier Faux Lash and lots of my favorite bronzer from Lorac.

I’m often asked about my favorite products. While some products are better than others depending on what you want to achieve, these are some of my favorites.Eve Pearl Salmon Concealer

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A concealer that hides under eye dark circles and looks natural is rare. The shade undertones in this lightweight formula do just the trick! I use it on almost everyone.

Fun Fact: Eve Pearl is an Emmy-Award winning makeup artist and her products reflect this. Find her stuff at www.evepearl.com.

Kevyn Aucoin The Sensual Skin Enhancer

I use this for really dark circles. Its thicker consistency requires a bit of skill to get just what you want—but worth it.

How-to:

Dab a bit onto the back of your hand.
Mix with an eye cream for extra moisture and the consistency/coverage you want.
Use a brush or your fingertip and pat over areas you want to cover.

NARS Foundation

NARS has some of the most natural-looking foundation shades anywhere—not too much pink, not too much yellow…just right. Years ago, I could never find a foundation shade that matched my skin—until I found NARS. If you have trouble finding the right foundation or powder, NARS is my go-to recommendation.

Chanel-StyloYeux Waterproof Eyeliner

If eyeliners leave smudges around your eyes, this is a must-have. For myself, it’s the only liner that doesn’t smudge. If you’re Asian—and I am—you probably share this problem and will want to share this solution too!

Behind the Scenes with GQ & Vogue

My Favorite Products Fall 2011

Skin Care