Makeup and Hair for Headshots Makeup If you are considering a professional makeup artist for headshots, here are a few things to keep in mind. There are a few advantages to hiring a professional. First, it is very important to look…
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The art of makeup application can be very confusing. It truly is an art, and like any art, there are specific techniques that are used to improve the end result. One of the major mistakes people make when it comes…
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Choosing a foundation color and getting it all wrong is one of the biggest makeup mistakes women make. The old rule about applying some foundation to the inside of your wrist in order to properly find the right shade for…
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When used properly blush is a miracle make up product, defining cheekbones, contouring the face, giving a natural glow or even just making you look more awake. To get the best effect, it is important to choose the right blush…
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Barry M cosmetics celebrated their 30th anniversary last year as a cult cosmetics brand from Britain. Founded by the reclusive Barry Mero the brand is a celebration of color, fun, festivity and fashion. Barry himself claims that ‘color has always…
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Women can spend upwards of $50 or even more at the salon to get their nails done and for what? To have their nails chip just days afterward and have to call to schedule another appointment. Many women have problems…
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Contouring wields a bit of magic via a sculpting makeup brush and can utterly amaze with the results it can create.The art of glamorous contouring is simply just using a deeper skin-toned makeup to enhance the shadows that are naturally…
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What is the best way to utilise makeup to make your eyes stand out? The quickest and easiest method is using colour. You can wear any colour on your eyes, but which colours will enhance them the most and which…
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Concealer is a makeup artist’s best friend. Used to cover any imperfection on the skin, concealer is very versatile and is often under-estimated and under-used! Many people find the concept of applying concealer confusing and therefore do without it. But,…
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If you know how to properly apply makeup, it can be a fun tool to alter your looks with. With the help of makeup you can dramatically effect the look of your eyes. You can make them appear rounder, more…
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If your face is clean, moisturised and blemish free, why cover it up with layers of foundation? Your skin is the canvas onto which you apply the paint called make up. It must last you for life, so you should take…
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Glycolic acid peels are chemical peels that contain AHAs, alpha hydroxyl acids, and slough off the upper layers of facial skin to improve skin clarity and texture. Glycolic acid is naturally extracted from sugar cane, pineapples and other fruits. The…
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The tools of Makeup Artistry are for the most part underestimated. The right tools can mean easier & more professional makeup application. This does not need to burn a massive hole in your pocket, however. Equipment does not have to…
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How to make your eyes look younger The way to make your eyes look younger is to wear less eye makeup! Less does not mean total abstinence, but it does mean a minimalistic approach. Consider this – eyeshadow tends to…
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The summer months are often full of bright light and are usually warm also. As the days become longer heavier evening wear make-up, which feels appropriate during those dark winter months, can look out of place. This is also true of…
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Every parent with young daughters will eventually have to deal with the question of make-up. Whether the idea comes from societal images or their peers, eventually girls become infatuated with the idea of putting on makeup in the morning. I…
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Here is your first look at what the runway trend for Fall 2008 is. Now, I know that you are asking yourself, ” self, how do I take the runway and make it work for the hallway?” Let’s take the…
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Under eye concealers are used for covering dark circles or tiny veins that show through the skin under the eye and onto the side of the nose Under eye concealers do not treat dark circles, but they should keep them…
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The smoky eye is a classic look that has been done countless times in many different ways. There’s something about the look that people love. It’s mysterious, sexy, and dramatic. It’s the perfect look to try for a night out…
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The latest trend in Hollywood is to wear lash extensions, and now this trend is making its way across mainstream America. Lash extensions are a great way to create a bolder look for your eyes. Many people think that wearing…
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Mistakes are made everyday when applying makeup. Sometimes, those mistakes can ruin a person’s look and other times, the mistakes are hardly even noticed. Whatever the case may be, applying makeup needs to be done carefully and if at all…
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Applying makeup is very much like placing paint on a painter’s canvas, visualizing how it should look and making that beautiful painting a reality.It isn’t just a matter of throwing the paint, or the makeup on a person,it is a…
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Lip glosses are a modern cosmetic classic . Suitable for women of all ages they are both flattering and versatile, perfect for creating a speedy make up look when time is tight. There are a wide variety of lip glosses…
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Oily skin can be a terrible curse for those that suffer from it, but the good news is that there are plenty of cosmetic products on the market that address such skin problems. The best makeup tips for oily skin…
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How young is too young to wear makeup? I remember my first set of Tinkerbell cosmetics. There was the tiny tube of pretty pink lipstick, nail polish and the unforgettably sweet scented cologne. I was only about three years old…
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Although it seems pretty self-explanatory, there are a few tricks makeup artists use when applying lip gloss. You might think you just buy a tube of lip gloss, apply it and continue your day. But how many times a day…
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You’ve all seen her: the women that has painted on her eyebrows so that she looks like a clown from the circus. Now, you just over-plucked your eyebrows and you are afraid that you are going to be the painted…
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The condition of your skin does to some degree affect the end result of your makeup. Problems such as flakiness and oiliness can affect the appearance and longevity of your foundation and powder. So, do you need to match makeup…
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Often, women are unsure about which foundation color they should be wearing. It can be a difficult decision, as often, at first glance, many different shades will look the same on the packaging. Also, they will be unsure of which…
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Having green eyes myself, I know that it’s not always easy being green! Makeup Artists and beauty experts often forget to share information about suitable choices for those with green eyes. I think most don’t even have an answer to…
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