Amanda Crew 4
THE ROMANTIC PONY
Gathered at the nape of the neck and teased into a sweet, cotton-candyish cloud, this shapely ponytail accentuates the face—making it a go-to first date style. Townsend gathered the hair at the nape of the neck and curled three-inch sections with a curling iron. He brushed through the spirals with a flat brush. “That way you spread the curls out rather than preserving their shape,” he says. A dab of John Masters Organics Shine On Leave In Hair Treatment warmed between his hands smoothed any strays in front.
Spornette Porcupine Oval Brush
John Masters Organics Shine On Leave In Hair Treatment
Photographer: Andrew Stiles. Hair: Mark Townsend. Makeup: Fiona Stiles. Fashion Director: Estee Stanley. Art Director: Frank Rust. Written By: Beauty Girl.
Amanda Crew 3
The Weekend Pony
We know—you’ve seen the side braid everywhere this season. Townsend gave Crew an updated version by twisting together uneven sized sections and tying it off with a strip of navy ribbon. (The base of the ponytail is secured with a Blax-Snag Free Elastic, Townsend’s favorite. “They’re small and they never rip up the hair,” he explains.)
Blax-Snag Free Elastic
Photographer: Andrew Stiles. Hair: Mark Townsend. Makeup: Fiona Stiles. Fashion Director: Estee Stanley. Art Director: Frank Rust. Written By: Beauty Girl.
Fashion credits: Top by United Bamboo. Earrings by Neil Lane.
Beauty Girl’s 6 Picks
High Violet: The National |
Hourglass Cosmetics Illusion Tinted Moisturizer Oil Free SPF 15 in Ivory |
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“This CD streamed on The New York Times website about a month before its release and I’ve been hooked ever since. It’s the perfect album to chill out with on a hot summer night.” |
“I haven’t touched a drop of foundation since high school—that is, until I tried this. It’s slightly shimmery and incredibly lightweight. I apply it with a soft brush for sheer, subtle coverage.” |
Elle MacPherson’s Brushed Out Waves |
Korres Sweet Orange Sunscreen SPF 25 Spray |
| “Mark might kill me, but I have to say I’m a little over sculpted, ’40s waves. These sexy, brushed out versions that celebs are sporting have been making me so happy. Does it get any better than Elle MacPherson’s thick, lush hair?” | “I’m incredibly fair and have to be ultra careful spending any time in the sun. This citrus scented spray—which is spiked with shea butter and orange extract—kept me from burning after a long, gorgeous day at the beach.” |
Kate Somerville Gentle Daily Wash |
Peperoncini Peppers |
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“I tried this cleanser after two recommendations—a gorgeous girl in my office and Lauren Conrad. The tiniest drop whisks away makeup and impurities and leaves my skin totally blemish-free. Thank you Kate Somerville!” |
“I know it’s weird, but I’m obsessed. True or false? I have been known to polish off half a jar while watching Housewives.” |
10 Questions with January Jones
You know her as beguilingly beautiful Betty Draper on Mad Men. Here in the world of beauty? We know her as one of the most daring, spot-on trendsetters in the industry. (See: Her YSL/Stefano Pilati-inspired Met Ball look, her I Dream of Jeannie top knot at the GQ Men of the Year party, her Veronica Lake waves at the 2009 Golden Globes. Need we go on?) We sat down with this beauty-enlightened star for our ten key hair and makeup questions—and even snuck in a few Mad Men related extras. Sorry, no spoilers!
Beauty Girl: What beauty trick did you learn from your mom?
January Jones: Always direct the exfoliating brush or scrub towards your heart for good circulation
Beauty Girl: What drugstore product do you swear by?
January Jones: It may not be in many American drugstores; I find it in Europe or online: Avene Cleanance. It’s the best non-soap gel cleanser, and it’s great for both sensitive and oily skin, which is rare.
Beauty Girl: What products would we find in your teensiest red carpet clutch?
January Jones: An amazing Chanel lipstick and rice paper blotters.
Beauty Girl: What products do you never travel without?
January Jones: A rose water spray for hydration, La Mer sunscreen for face, Aveeno sunscreen for body, face wash, a hydrating mask and dry shampoo.
Beauty Girl: What’s your biggest beauty splurge?
January Jones: Probably massages. I love a good deep tissue massage—my favorite place is Kinara in LA.
Beauty Girl: Who is your beauty icon from the past?
January Jones: I go back and forth between Grace Kelly and Elizabeth Taylor circa late ’50s.
Beauty Girl: Who is your current beauty icon?
January Jones: I think Cate Blanchett is flawless.
Beauty Girl: Which of your red carpet beauty looks was your favorite?
January Jones: The last one is always my favorite—but I really loved the Veronica Lake-ish look from the 2009 Golden Globes.
Beauty Girl: If you could trade hair with anyone, who would it be?
January Jones: I have naturally straight hair, so it would have to be someone with great natural waves like an Eva Mendes or Gisele.
Beauty Girl: The one beauty trend you’ll never embrace and the one beauty trend you’d like to bring back?
January Jones: I’ll never embrace perms and I’d like to bring back black and white photos on the red carpet—everyone looks more glamorous in black and white!
Beauty Girl: Now for a few bonus questions…what’s the best beauty trick you learned from the Mad Men hair team?
January Jones: To set the hair with product and let it cool before styling.
Beauty Girl: How long does the transformation from January Jones to Betty Draper take?
January Jones: About an hour. I get my hair set, go to makeup chair and by the time that’s done, I go back to hair for styling. We have it down pretty well by now, although it can take a little longer if it’s a scene that requires an elaborate updo or fancy makeup.
Beauty Girl: How do keep your skin so perfect after wearing all that makeup at work?
January Jones: At night, I always wash with a sensitive skin cleanser but in the morning I just rinse with water to avoid stripping away all the natural oils. I’m also a big fan of skincare lines; I try all kinds of things. La Mer is a favorite.
Beauty Girl: And finally, what two words would you use to describe your red carpet beauty style?
January Jones: Risk taker. I like to experiment with my style and love trying out different looks. It’s fun to see it all come together. I’d rather take a risk and get criticized than always look the same.
Photographer: Don Flood. Hair: Mark Townsend. Makeup: Rachel Goodwin. Fashion Director: Estee Stanley. Art Director: Frank Rust. Written By: Beauty Girl. Retouching: ConradDigital.com. Set Design: Kyle Kannenberg.
Sasha Alexander, Bed Head 5
Townsend teased the roots around the crown of the head with a rattail comb before giving the hair an uneven wave with a 1 1/2-inch curling iron.
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Sasha Alexander, Bed Head 4
A barely-there nude lip is the perfect complement to sexy hair and smoldering eyes.
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Sasha Alexander, Bed Head 3
MAKEUP MOMENT
“I’m not a person who loves a lot of makeup. But my mother-in-law is Sophia Loren. She always says, ‘I know you don’t like wearing a lot of makeup, Sasha, but you must do your eyes.’ I figure when Sophia Loren tells you that, she might have a point,” says Alexander. Makeup artist Steven Sollitto also focused on the eyes, layering three kinds of liner to make them really pop. He finished with a sweep of pale pink shadow and tons of ultra-black mascara.
Givenchy Magic Kajal Eye Pencil
Chanel Professional Eyeliner Duo in Noir-Lame
Photographer: Don Flood. Hair: Mark Townsend. Makeup: Stephen Sollitto. Fashion Director: Estee Stanley. Art Director: Frank Rust. Written By: Beauty Girl. Retouching: ConradDigital.com. Men’s Styling: George Clinton. Set Design: Laura Ibanez-Bailey.
Fashion Credits: Costume National white button up. Eres light pink lace bra.
Sasha Alexander, Bed Head 2
The star’s request was no problem for Townsend. “Hair that’s not too freshly washed holds style better,” he explains.
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