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" Anyone who knows or works with me knows I don't believe there's such a thing as a 'mistake.' With that in mind, I celebrate all aspects of makeup and find something beautiful in all 'trends.' "

" Apply the lipstick first and then the gloss in the middle of the lips to add a touch of light. "

" At the end of summer, I go on a detox because I know I need a clear mind for Fashion Week. You need a lot of energy, and the ability to focus, in preparation for this craziness. I go to the gym, too, just to make sure I have the endurance to keep up with everything. "

" Before the lipstick goes anywhere near the lips, I like to apply a tiny amount of foundation or concealer to create a really great base. This then makes it easier to guide the bullet of the lipstick along the lip outline. "

" Both liquid and pencil eyeliner can be used on the top and bottom eyes. I then use eye shadow over the pencil to blend evenly to ensure there's no skipping and patchiness. With pencil as a base, it's easier to get a seamlessly blended effect. If a stronger line is desired, trace over the pencil line with liquid eyeliner. "

" Channel your heartbreak into work, then use that extra money to treat yourself to a new handbag. "

" Everyone needs Skin Fetish 003 in their kit. It's the ultimate everyday essential for runway skin that looks as legendary in the office or on the street or as it does on social media. "

" Every single member of my Artistry and Pat McGrath Labs Brand Teams - making this dream a reality would not be possible without them. "

" For a fast touch-up, mix a lipstick with a little bit of balm to create a stain. You can also use your foundation as a concealer. "

" For blue eyes, use warm browns, peaches, and yellows to compliment the eyes. Brown and hazel eyes sparkle in blue and purple shades, which flatters the orange undertone of brown eyes. Green eyes stand out in burgundy and plum shades like CoverGirl Queen Collection Vivid Impact Eyeliner in Cabernet. "

" For fragrance, I apply a custom blend of essential oils and perfumes. I love spritzing Michelle Roques-O'Neil's Restore Therapie Aura Spray, which is an infusion that instantly rebuilds your energy. "

" For me, a really good mascara is such a must-have, and I rarely leave the house without it! Another must-have of mine is concealer: it really is so versatile and acts as a great pick-me-up during the day. "

" From the beginning of my career, I've used makeup as a vehicle to express my vision, my obsessions, inspirations, and addictions. There's nothing more rewarding than seeing young people recreate some of my iconic looks. "

" I'd go into a department store now and buy everything. It's who I am. I just love cosmetics. "

" I don't go to the spa or get my hair done enough. I don't go to the gym enough. But I do take five, six weeks' vacation; the industry does. "

" I don't think there's ever going to be a time when metallics aren't going to be in. They're so gorgeous, they bring so much dimension to the face, they're easy to wear regardless of age or skin tone, and really, they're just a lot of fun. "

" I just loved makeup. My mother loved it as well - and was obsessed by the fact that we couldn't find any makeup for dark skin. "

" I knew I wasn't going to make money in the beginning, so I found another way to support myself - I was a receptionist. It's quite smart to work that way. Otherwise, you get vicious and desperate, and no one wants to work with you. Build your career slowly; then people start to trust you and pay you well. "

" I look for anything new and inspiring - in the worlds of makeup but also jewelry and decor. I never know what will inspire me. "

" I love to look at all those young artists' work and then bring them in, have them work with me at shows. "

" I'm such a product junkie - I love trying new products and new shades. For me, it's really exciting to see what new and wonderful products come onto the market. "

" I'm the ultimate beauty junkie - that inspiration, obsession, and addiction is one of the main reasons I founded Pat McGrath Labs in 2015. So, when fellow beauty junkies spot me, there's nothing I enjoy more than discovering what they're addicted to. It's so inspiring! "

" I think with beauty there is so much to be done. A pill that will give you everlasting youth. To choose the exact age you want to stay at from a hundred pill bottles? That would be fun. "

" I think you always want things to get better, and that's been my view ever since I've been in this industry. So it's great to see there's more diversity, but it could always get better. "

" It's amazing to be an incubator. Many of my muses have gone on to other brands. "

" It's amazing to know that my work as a Artist can influence women around the world, and my visions for new products can shape the future of beauty for women. "

" It takes time to reach the perfect shade and formulations. That's something that's in the science. "

" It would be great if perfect skin required less work. That would be the best ever. "

" I've always believed that the most extraordinary results occur only when one feels unbound by any notion of constraint or limitation. "

" I've always wanted to have my own business, but not in the traditional sense... I always found that quite off-putting. I just wanted to be different. "

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