Tips from celebrity makeup artist Merrell Hollis

May 11, 2008 12:00 AM by SheKnows Beauty & Style Divas

Posted in Beauty & Style / Fashion & Style

Celebrity Makeup Tips From A Pro

Celebrity Makeup Artist and Groomer, Merrell Hollis boasts a long list of top-name clients, such as Naomi Campbell, Sean "P Diddy" Combs, Usher, Mary J Blige and Sex in the City star Kim Cattrall -- to name just a few.

Naomi Campbell From runway to print and stage to screen, celebrities and beauty industry leaders turn to Merrell for his expertise on makeup, skin care, grooming and more.Merrell was kind enough to offer us a few great beauty tips:

What are your three "must-have" beauty products for women over 30?

Perricone MD "Finishing Moisturizer" -- This moisturizer is great for all skin types!
Fusion Beauty LiftFusion "Transdermal Facelift" -- Oh, honey, this product is the best! It's like Botox in a jar, and it lasts ALL DAY! It's perfect for parties, dates, or just a nice lift for the day.
Philosophy "kiss me" Lip Exfoliant -- Helps keep those lips nice and kissable!

Any important skincare tips?

Hydrate! Hydrate! Hydrate!... "Hydrate" does not mean to just put expensive heavy creams on your skin, it also means to drink lots of water! This also helps in both the production of natural oil to the skin, and to push the impurities out of your system, which in turn helps create beautiful healthy skin.