Author Archive: Cassandra Rae Ferguson

Everyone desires a healthy glow to their skin, in particular for the summer months. A soft, smooth and glowing complexion provides the picture of health and is such a refreshing change from the dull and dry skin many of us…
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Do you wear the same style of makeup every single day? Are you tired with the same old results? Feel like you need a change? It sounds as though you are stuck in a makeup rut! However, do not despair…
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Blue eyeshadow has a rather large stigma attached to it, due to the ultra-bright neon blues of the eighties. But wearing blue eyeshadow need not be a challenge, nor a disaster! Pure blue is a very powerful colour and so…
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Airbrush makeup, in particular airbrush foundation, has taken off in a big way in Australia. This is particularly the case with bridal makeup. Brides all over the country are becoming interested in booking an airbrush makeover with their chosen makeup…
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With the effects of the current cash crunch, many of us have little money left to spend on makeup. Our budget will usually determine which products we purchase. But do the cheap alternatives still do the job? Are so-called quality…
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Being a makeup artist, you may automatically assume that I have a biased opinion on the absolute necessities of wearing makeup. The truth is; yes, I love makeup. But the reasons I love makeup are not quite what you may…
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Whether it’s deep, dark and mysterious; or bright and piercing, we all want our eyes to appear beautiful to others. Makeup can of course be used to alter the shape and impact of our eyes; but with so many different…
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Whilst availability of makeup for darker skins has improved in recent times, finding the right cosmetics can still be an arduous process. With a wide variety of skin tones, black skin has more pigment than any other, making it more…
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Where to draw the eyeliner line? That is the question! The issue of where to apply eyeliner has been debated for decadesto the inner rims of the eyes or along the lash lines? Each person has their own opinion and…
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Cheek Colour is, sadly, often an under-used and under-estimated part of makeup application. Perhaps this is due to a general lack of understanding on the importance that blush holds. Or, it could be attributed to a distinct lack of know-how…
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Oily skin is the arch-enemy of long-lasting makeup. Excess oil can result in, at the very least, unwanted shine. At the worst, it may lead to makeup sliding off completely. However, there is no need to despair. As a Makeup…
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With the knowledge we have today of the impact of the sun’s ultraviolet rays on our skin, it is wise for us to wear sunscreen whilst outdoors. However, though you may not have considered it, wearing sunblock can have a…
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Nothing opens up the eyes like a set of long, luscious lashes. The quickest and easiest way to achieve lovely lashes is a good dose of mascara. It lengthens, thickens, curls and defines eyelashes in ways you have never imagined….
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With society’s current demand for natural products, mineral makeup is in vogue. As a Makeup Artist, I know there is a market for natural, chemical-free makeup. Hence, I have been searching for a mineral range suitable for use on my…
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To anyone who is currently undergoing treatment for cancer, my heart goes out to you. I lost one parent to cancer some time ago and my other parent is a cancer survivor. Cancer treatment, whilst it saves many lives, can…
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Smoky eye makeup is simply beautiful and, despite common belief, extremely easy to achieve with the right know-how. The following suggestions will take you right along the road to your new sexy, sultry eyessmokin’!The Smoky-eyed look is intended to be…
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The world of Makeup Artistry is full-to-the-brim with rules, regulations and myths. Many of these rules are associated with the topic of makeup for daytime and makeup for evening. Let’s get one thing straight there is no such thing as…
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We all want perfect-looking makeup. But, flawless, long-lasting makeup can be quite difficult to achieve. Because of the ever-growing demand for stayfast makeup products in recent years, skin primers have grown tremendously in popularity, promising amazing long-lasting results. But do…
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I have freckles. And, although I don’t hate them, they’re not my favourite things. Freckles are one of the reasons I became a Makeup Artist! If you are anything like me, you would do anything to cover up your freckled…
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Makeup artists are often asked how to curl, thicken, lengthen and fake eyelashes. Long, luscious, curly lashes open up the eyes, making them appear larger and more rounded. So how do we achieve those lovely long lashes every day? Well,…
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It has often been said that our eyes are the windows to our soul; so the bigger the better, right? Everyone wants their peepers to pop, but how can we apply makeup to make our eyes appear larger? Makeup looks…
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Makeup has changed dramatically through the ages; being transformed by the introduction of Hollywood movies. Makeup of the Thirties, Fourties and Fifties epitomised Hollywood glamour with ruby-red lips. The Sixties showcased maximum impact with stage-worthy eyes and nude lips, followed…
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Adventurous makeup is not limited to youthful skin, nor is conservative restricted to the mature. Your style should be determined by your personal tastes, personality and lifestyle; not your age. However, many individuals become perplexed with makeup application as they…
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An understanding of our facial structure is imperative to a professional makeup application. This is because the shape of our face greatly influences the way makeup is applied.  To alter facial features, a makeup artist will apply a technique known as…
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Often a part of makeup application that intimidates, eyeliner can be much easier to use than you may think. when people think about eyeliner, most often liquid eyeliner comes to mind. then they become terrified! there are alternatives, however and…
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There is no doubt about it, nothing grabs attention like a set of ruby red lips! The holy grail of makeup, bold lipstick certainly makes a statement about a person’s personality; exuding sex appeal and confidence. However, very few of…
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Have you ever wondered why your makeup looks great in person, but appears completely different in photographs? Photographic Makeup is different to everyday makeup, as it needs to meet certain requirements. There needs to be a balance between light &…
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