From NASA-made foundations to freckle pens, there's never a shortage of weird and wonderful new launches in the beauty industry.

But the latest - make-up made from paper - may just be the most intriguing to hit the shelves yet.

They may look like blotting paper but these new foundation, highlighter and blush papiers from Mai Couture are tipped to be the next big thing in beauty.

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Who needs make-up? A new range of foundation, highlighter and blusher papiers have launched and are hoping to be your make-up bag's best friend

The light sheets, which cost £12.50 for £50, are infused with colour for base, lips, cheeks and eyes.

The makers encourage you to simply press and sweep the paper over your face and then blend it to finish the look.

'Tear a sheet from the booklet (one sheet is enough for both cheeks) then gently rub the colored side of the papier in a semi-circular motion up the apples of the cheeks. For added depth of color, repeat motion with added pressure. Discard after each use,' read the blusher's instructions.

The papier beauty booklets are on sale at BeautyMart, the boutique founded by Millie Kendall and ex Beauty-Director of Vogue, Anna-Marie Solowij, that hand-picks the best of beauty from around the world.



Speaking about the quirky product, celebrity make-up artist Mikey Phillips said: 'I'm a big fan of blotting powders and the traditional ones are a great way of reducing shine without making your make-up go cakey.

How does it work? The makers encourage you to simply press and sweep the paper over your face band then blend it to finish the look

Quirky: The light sheets, which cost £12.50 for £50, are infused with colour for base, lips, cheeks and eyes

Is it effective? Speaking about the quirky product, celebrity make-up artist Mikey Phillips said: 'I'm a big fan of blotting powders and the traditional ones are a great way of reducing shine without making your make-up go cakey'

'Using paper make-up on the go is an easy way to touch up make-up throughout the day. To even skin tone, press the foundation papers onto the desired areas to build up coverage or reduce uneven or shiny skin tones.

'The colour intensity depends on how much pressure you apply; this is also a very hygienic way to touch up your base without the need for brushes or finger.

'A must for summer, add a touch of blush to the apples of the cheeks without the need for brushes or compacts. Simply press onto apples of the cheeks and build up colour with the amount of pressure applied.

'I do think paper make-up is a quick easy way of applying make-up just make sure it looks blended and polished .

'Also, making sure you have the right colours, especially with the base, is key to avoiding a patchy dirty look.

'This trend won't do away with brushes but it definitely makes make-up on the go and public transport a whole lot easier and quicker.'