There’s something effortlessly timeless about Caitriona Balfe on a red carpet. At the New York premiere of The Amateur, the Irish actress embraced understated elegance in a black lace Maria McManus dress, and celebrity makeup artist Mary Wiles matched the mood with a minimal, fresh-faced makeup look built entirely around luminosity and a statement red lip.
The skincare star behind the glow? Kat Burki Skincare, a line that prioritizes scientific performance and luxurious feel, and Mary knew just how to maximize its magic.
“I wanted to enhance Caitriona’s beautiful skin with a fresh, glowing look,” said Mary. Mission accomplished.
Kat Burki Skincare Breakdown
Mary began by misting the Super Nutrient Elixir over Caitriona’s face and neck to hydrate, balance, and plump the skin. She followed with the Form Control Marine Collagen Gel to sculpt and deeply hydrate, giving skin that coveted bounce.
For the delicate eye area, Mary applied KB5 Eye Recovery Masks, layering them with the Micro-Firming Wand, a tool that not only reduces puffiness but also amplifies product absorption by up to 50%. (Yes, please.)
Next came the Vitamin C Intensive Face Cream, a fast-absorbing hydrator perfect for pre-makeup radiance, followed by the Silk Protein Primer to blur, smooth, and lock it all in for makeup that wears like second skin.
Makeup: Fresh Meets Bold
Keeping the rest of the makeup modern and minimal, Mary used a matte grey-brown wash from lash line to brow for soft depth, added mascara top and bottom, and groomed brows with a taupe shade for definition.
And then—that red lip. A true red with warm undertones, grounding the ethereal glow with a shot of vintage glamour. It was the perfect finishing touch—confident, chic, and unmistakably Caitriona.
Glowing skin, effortless eyes, and a powerful pout—this is quiet luxury beauty at its finest.
Credit: Mary Wiles
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