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Category: Anti Aging Products Subcategory: Anti-Aging Make Up Tips Tip: Don't Believe Everything You Hear You may have heard a nasty rumor that Alpha Hydroxy acids thin the skin this is false. AHA exfoliates the top layer of the skin and assists in the removal of dead skin cells. However, it is only a mere day or two before the body replenishes the skin with beautiful, new cells that give the skin a radiant appearance. Changing your lifestyle can help put the aging process in slow motion. Category: Applying Makeup Subcategory: Applying Makeup Tip: Applying Blush and Face Color Face color is a gray area for many people when it comes to applying makeup. Though it can be a bit daunting, there is no shame in admitting that you have little to no idea what you are doing and are looking for help. There are a few quick tips you can follow when it comes to the application of face color that can make all the difference in the world. The first tip is that color should only be added to places where you naturally gain color from the sun. This means that when applying something like bronzer, you should only touch the high points of the face like the apples of the cheeks, the temples, the chin, and the bridge of the nose. If you were to go out and get a tan, the last place that would tan is the hollows of your cheeks or your jaw line, so avoid these areas unless you are using a contour powder to slim these areas. Now if you are using contour powder you do want to hit your jaw line with it, the sides of your nose, and the hollows of your cheeks which are just below the apples of your cheeks and are visible when you suck your face in. With bronzer or any face color for that matter, you always want to go light to start off with and then add color as you see necessary. It is always better to have too little color on your face than it is to have too much. Bronzer is meant to enhance your color, not stand in for a tan so keep that in mind while applying. When it comes to blush, the same rules apply, you need to focus your color on the apples of your cheeks or the part of your cheeks that is rounded when you smile. You want to make sure that you blend your color up your cheek bone toward your hair line so that you get a gentle wash of color rather than a concentrated clown effect. As with any face color, start light then build your way up to the intensity that you like.
Tip: Applying Gel Eyeliner There are some things in makeup that are just down right tricky no matter how hard you try to master them. Gel eyeliner is one of them. There are a few basics that you can master, however, that can help you get your gel eyeliner looking great in just a few seconds. The first thing you need to consider is the formula that you will be working with. You want a gel eyeliner that is not too wet and not too dry. If it is too dry, you end up getting drag marks and your liner looks dotty and fragmented. If your liner is too wet you can smudge and end up with liner all over your face before it has time to dry. You are looking for a liner that is medium in both dryness and wetness, and that has just the right amount of slide. You can test this on your hand and if the brush moves easily and the liner dries fairly quickly, then you have the right formula. You then need to consider what type of applicator you will be using. There are some great gel liners that come in pencil form if you are at all uncertain about using a brush. Using a brush, however, does give you a bit more control over the product. If you choose to use a brush, you can either use a tapered fine liner brush or an angled brush. A fine liner brush is a bit easier for getting a very thin line or for a dramatic cat eye but an angled brush does offer a bit more control if you are just starting out. When using a brush you want to rest your pinky just below your eye on your cheekbone for added stability. Starting from the center of the lid, you then need to work your line out to the corner of your eye. If you are going to do a cat eye, you may want to draw the shape first then fill in the flick after you are satisfied with the shape. After you have the outer half of your eye lined, you need to work from the tear duct area to meet the line that you have already drawn. If you mess up, do not get overly stressed, you can always thicken the line to cover up any imperfections or simply clean it off and start again. With liner, practice makes perfect. Subcategory: Makeup Tips Tip: How to Apply Makeup There is no set way to apply cosmetics, but there are some tricks you can use to get the best results from your application. The first step is to have a clean, moisturized face. Then start with your foundation. If you have discoloration or trouble spots on your face you may want to dab some concealer on the problem areas before you apply the foundation. By using concealer first you can get extra coverage. Foundation should be applied with a clean make up sponge or a foundation brush. Using your hands can spread bacteria or add extra oil. Once you have your foundation blended evenly then you can finish it off with a loose or pressed powder. The last step is to put on your mascara. Before the mascara is applied, put on your eyeliner. It is appealing on most individuals to line the top eye with a thin line along the length of the eye/eyelashes and not to line underneath, this can cause eyes to look tired. When your eyeliner is done then you can apply eye shadow. Light colors for the base look best on most people. You can use a darker color in the outer corners to add depth and highlight your eyes. After the eye shadow application is complete, carefully brush away any excess make up that
may have fallen under your eyes. Lightly brush some powder all over your face one more time to set look. Next add the blush. You don't want to use too much just enough to put the color back in your cheeks. This should be applied to the upper cheekbones and blended out toward the hairline. A bronzer can be used in place of blush for a more natural look. The next application should be on your lips. You may want to use a lip base to ensure longer wear. Carefully line your lips along your natural lip line, and then fill them in with the desired color of lipstick. Make sure to use a gloss if your wanting a pouty look. Tip: Skin Tone Color Analysis Today the cosmetic industry is moving away from color analysis as far as seasons. Most makeup lines are paying more attention to skin tones like pink or yellow hues. Any major department store will have several cosmetic counters where there are professional make up artists just waiting to help you select the proper colors and skin care for your specific needs. Lancome, Estee Lauder, Clinique, Mac, and Prescriptives are some of the major cosmetic chains that have a large selection to choose from and they are competitively priced and less expensive than some of the other exclusive cosmetic lines. Tip: The Season is Changing, So Should Your Makeup I good tip to keep in mind is to change out your makeup at least every season. That means dumping your mascara, eye liners, lip glosses, etc. and getting fresh new ones. Bacteria builds up on our cosmetics, brushes, sponges, etc. and that bacteria can cause nasty things like acne or worse. So be sure to change your makeup every time the season changes. Also remember to regularly clean brushes and applicators to keep them fresh and clean. We love your comments! Keep them up and don't forget to check back often for new makeup tips! Category: Applying Makeup Tips Subcategory: Applying Makeup Tips Tip: Beauty Advice: Tips for Basic Makeup Application Even if you've been wearing makeup for years, having a few new tips can make application smoother and help you achieve a more flawless look. Read on to learn quick beauty tips for applying your makeup. Choose the right tools. When applying foundation, you'll achieve a smoother application by using a foundation brush instead of
your fingers or a sponge applicator. Also, use a big powder brush to apply loose powder, as this will create a more natural look. Don't forget primer. Many women shy away from primer because they're afraid it will look and feel cakey. If you choose the right product, like Lola Refine Prime Foundation Primer, you won't even feel it. Just make sure to moisturize first to provide the smoothest possible application. Apply makeup in natural light. Have you ever seen women with a distinctive line between their makeup and neck? If you apply makeup in natural light, you can avoid this. If your house doesn't have a lot of natural light, check makeup outside with a compact to avoid harsh makeup lines. Tip: Three Minute Makeup Tips Sometimes when life gets a bit hectic, it becomes very easy to forget to take time to make yourself up or just feel pretty. Though hectic schedules are something that can in no way be avoided, there are some quick ways that you can shorten your makeup routine and still get full glamour. The first thing to remember is that if your base and skin look good, the rest of the makeup does not really matter all that much. If you have a perfect base, everything else is a bit more forgiving. Having smooth, even skin is a great way to look effortlessly done up. The next tip you can consider is to go light on the eye makeup. For a day look, minimal shadows are best in any case and by doing less with your eyes you can focus on the skin and on lips. Slap on some mascara and liner and you are ready to go with half the effort that it takes to get a perfect smoky eye. The last thing you need to consider to help get you out the door quickly is that a bold lip can instantly brighten up any look. If you are feeling a bit drab or like your makeup is not doing enough, try using a bright color on the lip to detract from the simplicity of other aspects and to help balance out your makeup for the perfect quick look. Category: Bridal Makeup Subcategory: Bridal Makeup Tips Tip: Hire a Makeup Artist for the Wedding Day Getting ready the day of the wedding is stressful. Hiring a professional to do your makeup will ease the stress. Whether you go to a salon or hire a makeup artist, make sure to have a trial run before the wedding day so that you can see exactly how your wedding day makeup is going to look, and make any adjustments. Watch your time, too! Plan for about an hour for full makeup. It shouldn't take that long, but in case you are running behind schedule, it's always good to have the extra time. Tip: What a bride can do for flawless foundation
The best thing a bride can do for a natural, flawless look in foundation is to follow one simple rule: BLEND well!!! Use a moisturizer before applying foundation and blend together for a natural look. Make sure to blend your foundation into hairline and neck area. Category: Budget Makeup Subcategory: Budget Makeup Tip: Affordable Makeup: Hot Items Under $20 Visiting a high-end makeup counter can cost you hundreds of dollars. Many comparable products are available at a fraction of the cost you just have to know where to find them. Read on to learn beauty tips and advice for finding the best budget makeup. L'Oreal Paris HiP Shocking Shadow Pigments. This shadow provides intense color with staying power. It comes in fun colors and costs about $11. MAC Slimshine Lipstick. This budget-friendly lipstick is super creamy and comes in a sleek, compact tube, making it simple to apply color. Plus, it fits in your purse nicely. It will cost you about $14.50. Maybelline New York Great Lash Washable. This mascara received the Allure Choice Award and receives high marks from reviewers, making it one of the most popular (and most affordable) of budget makeup. It will only cost you about $5. Clinique Superbalm Moisturizing Gloss. This gloss will keep your lips soft and plump all day long and costs under $14. You will still find great quality in these budget makeup brands, without the wallet gouging prices, so you can feel like you are splurging, but without the price tag guilt. Category: Celebrity Makeup and Beauty Subcategory: Celebrity Makeup Secrets Tip: Mariah Carey's Secret to her Sultry Loooking Lips One of the world's most famous singers, Mariah Carey, has a lot to smile about these days now that she is a new mother to twins whom she shares with her husband, Nick Cannon. When she is not doing her mommy duties and is peforming on stage she still manages to look glamorous. One of her secret to maintaining her stage presence is applying a dab of peppermint extract to her lips right before she performs. The peppermint gives her that sultry pout due to its ability to increase blood flow to the lips.
Category: Choosing Makeup Subcategory: Match Your Makeup With Your Style Tip: Makeup For Your Age Makeup shouldn't be age specific. When applied correctly, it's timeless. You don't have to do anything different at 30 than you would do at 50. Wear what you like, and what's comfortable for you. The only makeup item that you might need to change as you get older is your foundation. As skin ages, sometimes it gets drier and lacks a natural glow so in this case, a more hydrating formula may be beneficial. Otherwise, don't let age limit your makeup choices! Category: Concealers Subcategory: Concealers Tip: Cover Up That Blemish If you're prone to acne, make sure you prep your skin with a daily oil-free moisturizer. This will ensure your makeup goes on smoothly and evens out your skin. Use an oil free concealer that is exactly the same shade as your skin. If you go any lighter, or too dark, the concealer will draw attention to the blemish. Apply the concealer with a concealer brush, which has smooth, synthetic bristles that are made for cream (not powder) formulas. Dab the concealer directly onto the spot and then wait at least 15 seconds before you blend so that it has time to set on the pimple. Don't brush the middle of the spot; fan out the edges of the concealer to make it blend seamlessly. You can gently pat the middle with the brush, but don't rub because you will brush too much concealer away, revealing the redness again. Tap a thin layer of translucent powder over the entire area. This will help to set your makeup, so that by mid-day the spot doesn't make an unwelcome appearance again. Tip: How to Apply Concealer Concealer is a dense form of regular foundation that is used to cover blemishes, dark spots, under eye circles and other imperfections. Concealers are available as creams, or in sticks, tubes and pots. When selecting a concealer, choose a color that is one shade lighter than your regular foundation.using a fine concealer brush, dot a small amount of the concealer onto the area you are trying to cover. Do not use too much or your concealer will end up looking cakey. You can choose to apply concealer over or under foundation, but many women find it easier to blend under foundation.using a small triangular makeup sponge or your (just washed) finger, gently blend the concealer by dabbing the area until it blends seamlessly with your skin. Avoid getting concealer
into the small wrinkles around your eyes, as it will make them look more noticeable. Instead, try a creamier formula for that area to better camouflage imperfections. Set your concealer with a dusting of translucent facial powder to prevent creasing. In addition to standard facial concealers, you can also find concealers formulated for the legs and other parts of the body. These are especially useful for covering varicose veins, birthmarks, scars and tattoos. At Makeup.com, you can find a wide variety of concealers in shades for every skin tone. Category: Creams & Moisturizers Subcategory: Creams & Moisturizers Tip: Ahava Dermud skin care Ahava is a great skin care line for severely dehydrated skin. Ahava Dermud is one of their lines made from mud from the Dead Sea. The Dermud line is great for irritated, cracking, dry skin. It's even helped with rosacea. The Ahava Dermud line helps to replenish hydration, and is great for detoxifying, too! Tip: Co Enzyme Q10 (CoQ10) Co-enzyme Q10 has two important roles: it is an essential part of the cellular respiration system located in the mitochondria, and it is an antioxidant. CoQ10 improves both the rate and efficiency of energy production in the cells, including the skin and at the same time protects mitochondria from free radicals. CoQ10 is sometimes called a "biomarker of aging" because its level correlates so well with aging. In most people over thirty, levels of CoQ10 in the skin is below optimum, resulting in a lesser ability to produce collagen, elastin and other important skin molecules. CoQ10-depleted skin may also be more prone to the damage by free radicals, which are particularly abundant with exposure of the skin to the elements. Thus, CoQ10 may boost skin repair and regeneration. Furthermore, CoQ10 is a small molecule that can relatively easily penetrate into skin cells. Tip: Day Cream Multi-Active Colosé Day Cream Multi-Active, an anti-aging skin care cream, contains Coenzyme Q10 which is naturally present in each cell of the human body. The enzyme begins to decrease after the age of 20 along with its properties of energizing and protecting. It is believed by scientists that this enzyme has a key role in the aging process. Co Q10 is important for the health of cells and is particularly vital for the skin. Because of its synergy with Vitamins C and E, it neutralizes free radicals thus reducing wrinkles and their development. In the morning, on perfectly cleansed skin, apply generously on the face and neck. Gently massage in circular movements. You may apply make-up
afterward. Suitable for all skin types. Category: Eye Makeup Ideas Subcategory: Eye Makeup Ideas Tip: Movie Star Look Of '40s To achieve the glamorous look of the movie stars of the '40s, pencil in your eyebrows and extend the outer end. Use a liquid eyeliner in black (most dramatic) and also extend the line further than the outside of your eye. Be sure to have full red lips outlined with a red lipliner. You will definitely look like you stepped out of Hollywood. Category: Eye Shadow Subcategory: Eye Shadow Tip: Best Eyeshadow Brush I recommend a natural bristled, long handled brush to apply eyeshadow. It should be flat and large enough to apply shadow on the eyelid and the edge of the tip can be used to apply shadow in the crease of the eye. The larger the brush, less will be deposited on the skin, for a wash of color. Category: Feel Beautiful Subcategory: Feel Beautiful Tip: Look your best in photographs If you want to wear your glass in the photo make sure the photographer angles the lens so you won't get a glare. The trick to making your nose look smaller is shading. Apply your foundation and your powder as usual. If you are getting your picture taken then you will want to use a "photo friendly" formula of foundation. Try Enlighten or Equalizer by Estee Lauder. These foundations are great for photographs they reflect the light so you won't look "washed out" or pale. Brush a slightly darker shade of powder or use a bronzer over the bridge of your nose. Brush it over the areas that you think are too big. Darker colors make things look smaller. You want to make sure it is not too dark because you still want your make up to look natural. When straightening your hair you want to condition it well before starting the straightening process. Use a wide bristled brush and put your blow drier on medium and gently brush your hair as you dry it. If you
find that you hair is starting to frizz then finish drying it and apply an anti-frizzing agent or hair balm. To make your hair perfectly straight use a flat iron or run a curling iron down your hair and straighten the hair in sections. Use a finishing spray to keep the hair in place and it should be ready for a perfect photo experience. Tip: Men Like to Feel Spoiled Too! Who says that men don't like to be pampered? Guess what, when you're looking for the perfect gift for a special man in your life you don't have to venture into the sporting goods section. That's right believe it or not but men can enjoy other things besides a round of golf or NFL Sunday. Just like any lady, a man will need to take steps to upkeep his personal hygiene. The difference is, however, that a man is less likely to spend the time or the money buying indulgent beauty products that a woman would. And, for this very reason, male beauty products make phenomenal gifts. Here are some fantastic gift ideas for a special man: A higher-end shaving kit with a great lotion and aftershave, Indulgent body scrubs and washes, A magnificent facial cleanser, toner, and moisturizer, A complete travel kit, A massage,a gift certificate to a great salon. Remember, just because he wouldn't be caught dead buying it for himself doesn't mean that he won't absolutely adore that pampering! If you live with him and he doesn't want pampering gifts, put what you want him to smell like in the shower and guarantee he'll use it, instead of using yours! Tip: Please Those Teenagers with Ease Teenagers can be difficult to buy presents for especially teenage girls. There's no telling what's in these days so, unless you're given a specific list, it can be darn near impossible to pick out something cool. And, don't even think about picking out clothes, trends change on a dime these days and it's more probable that your selection will be found under the bed than on that girl's back. Looking for some safe gift selections? Here are some good ideas: You can never go wrong with gift certificates. Take note of her favorite stores and buy her a gift card. If you're unsure about which stores she likes, buy her a mall gift certificate that she can use in all of the stores. Movie and restaurant gift certificates are also good picks. Bath and body products are always winners. Pick out some great-smelling washes or scrubs, or maybe even some facial products. What about a makeover? Have a professional makeup artist at any cosmetic counter show that girl how to get just the right look! She'll also learn how to apply makeup and how important skin care is. Category: Foundation & Bronzers Subcategory: Foundation & Bronzers
Tip: Be Careful When Applying Illuminare If applied correctly make up can give skin a flawless, beautiful appearance. Illuminare formulas have an extremely high concentration of pigment that exceeds that of ordinary, non-mineral make ups. For this reason, the application process can be very tricky. To achieve optimum results, clean your face with a dermatologist recommended cleanser and apply a moisturizer that is free of oil before beginning to apply Illuminare cosmetics. Tip: Foundation Needs to be a Perfect Match Foundation is made to accentuate your features. It should look natural and match your skin. The first step to matching your foundation is to determine your skin tone. In order to find a "perfect match" for your foundation you must test it on your face. Testing it on your wrist is a no, no because your wrist has a different color and undertone than your face. Also, other parts of your body may tan easier or be exposed to the sun more often than your face. Make sure the lighting in the store is close to natural light. Ask for several opinions and test a couple of color shades so you can compare. See if you can take a sample home to try before you buy. Tip: Long-wearing Foundation for Oily Skin Many women with oily skin find their foundation starts to "disappear" mid-day. A typical foundation tends to wear off faster if your skin type is oily or combination. There are formulas on the market that are called matte foundations or longwearing make up that is specifically formulated to stay in place. Estee Lauder has a foundation called "Double Wear" that is a longwearing formula it is a stay-in-place makeup. It stays on until you take it off and absorbs excess oil so you don't get the mid-afternoon shine. Lancôme has a foundation called "Tient Idole Ultra" that lasts for 14 hours and is touch-up free. Cover Girl makes a foundation called Outlast that has a 10-hour wear. Maybeline also has a foundation called "Pure Stay" that is long lasting. Tip: Neutralizing Red Complexion To counteract redness on your face, use a green-tinted cover up. Green effectively hides redness from rosacea or broken capillaries. Merle Norman makes a wonderful green cover up; you need only a small amount to neutralize redness. Almay also makes a similar green cover up. To calm and decrease red skin, try Clinique's skin repair system from their "Rx" line. This is a white cream that you apply to red facial areas to actually tone down the redness. Then you can apply a green cover up over these areas, and you're ready for your foundation make-up.
Category: General Eye Tips Subcategory: General Eye Tips Tip: Contact Lenses and Make-up Here's how to minimize the chances of makeup irritating your eyes when you're wearing your lenses. Apply your make-up after inserting your lenses. You must use waterproof eye make-up and it must be hypo-allergenic. Do not apply eyeliner to the inner edge of the lid or above the lash line on the lower lid. Mascara should be used sparingly and only on the outer half of the lashes. Replace all eye makeup three months after opening and stop using any makeup that seems to be causing irritation or redness in your eyes. Tip: Eyebrow Products If you only need to fill in the eyebrows, a hard eyebrow pencil is best. If you want to define and create a new brow, a softer pencil works well or a cake eyebrow powder. A cake that offers more than one color is best as the colors can be blended to achieve the desired color. A cake product is used with a fine, tapered, makeup brush. Tip: Eyebrows Eyebrows are back. They frame the eyes and give expression to the face. Be careful not to over pluck because over the years the hair doesn't grow back. You can fill in with an eyebrow pencil and use an eyebrow gel to keep the hairs in place. These come in colors to match your hair color or in clear. Tip: Puffy Eyes Some of the causes of puffy eyes are: lack of sleep, alcohol, allergies, aging, stress, poor diet and genetics. To decrease the appearance of puffy eyes use a thinly sliced cold cucumber or a slice of raw potato and place a slice on each eye. Use any cold compress on your eyes for a few minutes, but do not place ice cubes directly on your skin. Cotton wool pads soaked in witch hazel (which reduces swelling) or iced water should also do the trick. Do you know that salty foods cause water retention which can accumulate in the eye area? Sodas and alcohol drinks are high in sodium (salt). Drink water instead. Do you drink enough water? Remember you should drink 8 glasses of water per day. Exercise will help your overall circulation, including your renal circulation and will aid in the elimination of water. A concealer or highlighter can do wonders to hide puffiness under your eyes. Pat your concealer on first and blend it in so it looks natural. Then apply your foundation and set it with a light dusting of loose powder. There are many eye treatment creams on the market today that are formulated specifically to reduce bags underneath your eyes. Try finding a gel and leave in the fridge. Dab a little on in the morning and the coolness of the eyegel will reduce swelling.
Tip: The Right Tool To Fill In Your Brows Most women get their eyebrows waxed, plucked, threaded, or shaped. An extra way to add a little shape to your face is to fill in your brows with a brow powder. This is especially important if your brows are sparse or fair. Find a brow powder that matches the color of your hair. Or, if you are a very light blonde, go a couple of shades deeper for added definition. Redheads sometimes have a hard time finding a reddish-brown brow powder, but there is a wider selection of colors available in eye shadows that can double as a brow powder. Just make sure the eyeshadow is a matte shade and doesn't have any shimmer to it. Keep a brow brush in your makeup bag. The perfect brush tool has angled, stiff bristles that are short and will allow you to brush the powder right into your brows. When you add the step of filling your brows with powder to your makeup routine, you'll be amazed at how extra polished and professional your makeup will look. Tip: Tinting Eyelashes or Eyebrows Do not tint or dye your eyelashes or eyebrows at home. Tinting is a job only to be attempted by a reputable professional using approved dyes. You can have your brows colored to match your hair for approximately $15 and your eyelashes about $25.00. Not going to a professional who has been trained in this can lead to irritation and adverse reactions. Category: Grooming Products for Men Subcategory: Products for Men Tip: Men Like romantic Gifts Too! Looking for a great gift for him? Believe it or not, we ladies aren't the only ones that enjoy romantic surprises once in a while. Show the special guy in your life how much you adore him by putting together an extra-special gift basket that is brimming with tokens of your affection. Try picking out his favorite scent, or find him a new one. Get the set so he can layer his fragrance (shower gel, after shave, and cologne). Category: Lipstick and Lip Liners Subcategory: Lipstick and Lip Liners Tip: Accenuate the Positives
While lip gloss make up can make your lips look more voluptuous, it still needs little tweaks here and there to make it last and maintain its appeal. Before applying lip gloss, apply a thin layer of lip balm. Aside from adding moisture to lips it helps to keep lip color a nice naturally healthy pink. Lip balm can help colored glosses to set and adhere to the lips allowing for a longer lasting shine. The proper application to keep the lip gloss to looking its best throughout the day is to apply lipstick and then blot. Later, apply a layer of lip powder and a second coat of color. Lastly, apply gloss to complete the look. An issue that often comes up is applying a lip gloss that is too shiny. Tone down over glossed lips by placing a piece of tissue paper against the lips and press loose powder through the paper it instantly reduces the shine. Transform your lip make up from a matte day look to a glossy night look by keeping your own lips moisturized with creamy lipstick. Category: Make-Up Subcategory: Eyes Tip: make up tips for eyes Here are list of handful make up tips for eyes of diverse colors that you can utilize to make your eyes attractive and alluring. For brown eyes play up the color using rich brown tones such as beige, dark brown and chocolate brown. Rather then a regular brown tone, copper, gold and amber will look striking when used lightly as a highlight to emphasize your tones. Blue eye shadow goes best with brown eyes, it make the eyes dazzle with richness and brightness. With blue eyes its best to go with a shade light or darker then your eye color to have that shining effect. Blue eyes look great with violet, pink rosy tints, you don t want to drape your eyes in dark colors you just have to jazz it a tad, to make them really sparkle. With green eyes they are limited to only a very few select colors stay way form yellow blues and jade as it will dull the eye color and make it appear drab, instead go for a lush cream green. Gray and silver tones work well with green eyes, just make sure you don t overcoat it. Smoky tones work well with green eyes also and can coordinate with any outfit. Whether your eyes are blue, green, or brown you can find your ideal color combination to look your best. Category: Makeup Artists
Subcategory: Makeup Artists Tip: "Look Good Feel Better" With Makeup If you are a licensed esthetician, makeup artist or nail technician, you can volunteer your time and skills to help patients with cancer look and feel better. The Look Good Feel Better Organization (www.lookgoodfeelbetter.org) sends trained volunteers around to area hospitals with the goal of, teaching women the tips and techniques to improve their appearance and maintain a positive self-image. Established back in 1989, the Look Good Feel Better programs are now in every state. Each local chapter of the American Cancer Society trains their volunteers and the commitment is just three to five hours a month. It's amazing how a little makeup can make a big difference in brightening someone's day! Tip: How to Fake a Cheekbone With Contouring The key to highlighting or enhancing hidden cheekbones is contouring. Contouring is not easy to do, and if you aren't careful it can look too obvious. You can achieve subtle contouring with the right tools. Start with a darker matte neutral blush or bronzer. Sweep the color diagonally under the cheekbones back up towards the ear. Make sure it's not too dark either; just slightly darker than your blush. Your blush goes in a circular swirl right on the apples of the cheeks. (If you have having trouble figuring out where your apples are, just smile big and feel where the fullest part of your cheeks are.) Finally, take a highlighting powder which has a little shine or shimmer to it, and dust it on the tops of your cheekbones back towards your hairline. These three cheek products will help to create that coveted chiseled cheekbone. Category: Makeup Events Subcategory: Makeup Events Tip: What are the Best Makeup Conventions? If you're looking for the best makeup shows in the industry, look no further than this list. IMATS Makeup Show. This international trade show takes place in 6 cities across 4 countries over the course of a year. Kicking off in Pasadena, CA in January, it then goes to New York City in April, followed by London, Vancouver, Toronto and Sydney. Thousands of professionals and amateurs alike convene to immerse themselves in all things makeup for the duration of the 2-day convention. Professionals in the fashion or film industry can get the latest information about new products and state-of-the-art technology. Seminars and demonstrations are provided by the top experts in the industry. The Makeup Show NYC. In May 2014, the Makeup Show NYC will embark on it's 8th year of bringing the professional beauty and fashion industries together. This
two-day event highlights the very best in the industry. You can refine your skills and hands-on experience through seminars and workshops. You can also explore business opportunities and get strategies that can deliver success. Can't get to NYC this May? No problem. This event also takes place in Chicago, Los Angeles, Dallas and Europe over the course of the year. See their website for details. This is a must-attend event if you are working or studying in the beauty and fashion industry. PHAMExpo. PHAMExpo stands for Professional Hair and Makeup Expo. Held in Pasadena, CA in June it attracts industry insiders, makeup artists, vendors, students and those just interested in learning a bit more about the stuff they put on their face everyday. The latest products, leading brands, and exclusive new treatments are showcased. There is an opportunity for participants to explore the latest techniques and products across various categories in the world of beauty. By attending this event, your career can be propelled to the next level. Category: Makeup For Teens/Tweens Subcategory: Makeup For Teens/Tweens Tip: Do Not Share Makeup With Your Friends Teenagers love to experiment with makeup, and sometimes that means sharing makeup. Most of the time, this is not a problem. There are some items that are fine to share, while others can bring up some issues. The safest cosmetics to share with others are powder eye shadows, blush or bronzer, stick foundation, and face powder. Keep your own stash of mascara, eyeliner, lipstick or gloss - these products tend to transmit more germs because they are liquid-based. Mascara and eyeliner can also pass on eye infections such as conjunctivitis. Sharing lip products can easily transmit cold sores or other germs that cause illnesses like the flu and the common cold. And what about those testers of makeup at cosmetics counters? Unfortunately, those aren't germ free, either. Counters take precautions against person-to-person contamination, but it's not a perfect system. So warn your teenager against using lip and eye testers at cosmetic counters while out shopping with friends. Category: Makeup With A Twist Subcategory: Makeup With A Twist Tip: The Gift With Purchase It's up for some debate as to which cosmetics company first came up with the idea for the Free Gift with Purchase or, what some consider the only time some people ever buy any department store makeup. The Esteé Lauder website claims that Esteé herself
came up with the whole gift-with-purchase concept. Esteé was a savvy businesswoman and a pioneer in the industry when she started her company in 1946. She was a skincare and fragrance visionary and was never afraid to march right up to a customer and boldly apply some lipstick to their bare lips! Giving away gifts as a beauty marketing promotion works, as does giving away samples, which most companies try to participate in as well. Many will hand over a free two week supply of foundation just for coming up to the counter and chatting with one of their beauty advisors, so don't be afraid to ask for samples! They will be more than willing to give them to you in hopes of getting your return business. Category: Mascara & Eye Liner Subcategory: Mascara & Eye Liner Tip: Lashes Longer and Thicker If you want to make your lashes longer and thicker, I recommend an eyelash curler and mascara base. Use the curler first, count to 5, then apply the base. Let dry and apply mascara. Tip: Applying Liquid Eyeliner Liquid eyeliner is a little harder to control when applying it to your eyelid. Get the liner as close to your lashes as possible and make sure your applicator tip is very fine. If your eyeliner applicator is not thin then you will probably end up with a thicker line. Next, let your eyeliner dry before applying eye shadow, mascara or other products. This will help eliminate the smudging problem. You can choose to apply your eye shadow either before or after your liner, there is not really a set order. Some say it is better to do it before that way the eyeliner helps to keep the shadow from falling into and under your eyes. Others recommend lining your eyes after your shadow so you don't disturb your eyeliner with your eye shadow application. The sequence basically comes down to personal preference. Tip: Do You Really Need an Eyelash Curler? The number one rule to remember with curling your eyelashes is to make sure your eyelashes are clean. You don't want to curl them after you apply mascara. If you do, you run the risk of damaging them and breakage can occur. How do you know if you need to curl your lashes? Consider the natural texture of your hair is it wavy or curly? If so, then your lashes probably follow suit and curl naturally when you apply your mascara. If your hair is as straight as a board, then an eyelash curler will be useful. Curling your lashes will open up the eye area and make them stand out more. Invest in an eyelash curler that is metal and has a rubber pad. You should replace the pad every
three months because eventually it will flatten out and not curl as effectively. Don't be afraid to get right down the root of your eyelash so that you get the maximum curl. Hold it for at least 20 seconds, squeezing gently. Make sure you completely release the handles before removing the curler so you don't yank out your lashes! Tip: Liner For Eyes And Lips If you want to use the same liner pencil for eyes and lips I would recommend using an eyeliner pencil. Then you know this is safe for the eyes. Choose a shade that is a red-brown or a plum-brown. Then it will compliment your lipstick. There are pencils on the market that can be used for eyes, cheeks, and lips. It's great for someone who travels or if you want to carry just one pencil. Tip: Pump Up Those Puny Lashes Are your eyelashes thin and sparse? Are you looking for a miracle solution? Make the most of what you have by choosing mascara that will create the illusion of thick, luscious lashes. And, if you need an extra boost, use a lash base or primer. Great mascara can make the smallest lashes appear substantial. Your best method of finding the perfect mascara for you is to read reviews and test out the merchandise no two sets of lashes are alike so you'll need to decide what's best for you. Don't forget to use a lash curler before applying mascara...this is essential in creating beautiful eyes. Category: Natural Beauty Subcategory: Natural Beauty Tip: It's Your Lip Color, Only Better! For a truly natural look for the lips, try a lip stain. The original stain, and still the most popular among professional makeup artists, is Benefit's Benetint ($28). It actually has an interestingly racy history... Benetint was originally conceived in 1977 for use by an exotic dancer to enhance the look of her nipples. Luckily, it looks less va-va-voom on your lips and cheeks. The founder of Benefit used a combination of carmine crushed roses to make this long-wearing product last and last. This rose tinted liquid will give a waterproof, kiss-proof stain. It's the ultimate all-natural beauty boost, and it will give you a ruby radiant glow that looks fresh and youthful. Keep in mind that a little goes a long way. Blend the product quickly before it dries and make sure you wash your hands right after! Category: Night Makeup
Subcategory: Night Highlight Tip: Shiny Skin Fix If you don't happen to have to have a compact of powder or oil-blotting papers with you, and you notice your skin looks like a gleaming like an oil slick, there is a solution. You're probably familiar with the toilet seat covers found in public restrooms. Well, they are good for more than one thing! Those handy seat covers also absorb the shine and oil from your face, giving your skin a matte look without ruining your makeup. Oil blotting papers and toilet seat covers are made out of the exact same thin tissue-type paper, and if you are in a pinch, either one will fix shiny skin! Tip: The Last Resort Have an important night out but you're less than sure of your own makeup application skills? No problem! Head to the closest makeup counter and have your makeup applied for you. Call ahead the day of the event and make an appointment. If you don't have an appointment, it's still feasible to get into an artist's chair. Most cosmetics companies train their counter people in the art of makeup application on a continual basis. Make sure you buy at least one item from the line to show your appreciation. A lipstick or compact to take in your handbag for the night is always a good option. You don't have to feel pressured to buy everything used on you just a couple of items will let the artist know that you appreciate their time! Category: Potpourri Subcategory: Potpourri Tip: Blemishes There are many spot blemish products on the market. Some work in trying to dry up the blemish. Others contain ingredients that actually draw the oil to the surface and create a whitehead.