Makeup

Windy weather can play havoc with your make-up and cause damage to your skin that you are not expecting. Plan ahead, and you’ll be fine. The wind can be very drying to skin, as it pulls all the moisture out….
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Makeup can be a pain – it’s expensive, it’s incredibly varied, and it can be tough to choose the right makeup styles. On top of that, foundation can clog pores, leading to acne and leaving you right back where your…
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Mineral makeup application is somewhat different from applying normal makeup. This is because most mineral makeup comes in the form of loose powders, as compared to normal makeup which often come in the form of creams or gels. Mineral makeup…
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Their are so many ways to make your eyes appear much larger, than how they naturally look. With only the best techniques, the power of make-up, and how you make the most of it, you will know only the best…
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Keeping your makeup organized can take a tremendous amount of stress out of getting ready.  It also saves you plenty of money because you won’t have to buy your third eyebrow pencil in a month, as you’ve been absent-mindedly shoving…
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Back in the early ’80’s, when I was going on fifteen there were still enough old-fashioned ideas around that there was no pressure to wear makeup. Of course we would sneak down to the local drugstore to buy our secret…
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Cosmetics can be pricey but like everything else, you get what you pay for. There are some drugstore brand makeups that are a good deal for the price but you need to experiment in order to find what is a…
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One of the most versatile items in a makeup kit is the eye shadow crease brush.  Shaped very short and dense with bristles, the brush is responsible for successful application of eye shadow for looks that require the outer edge…
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An eyeshade crease brush is a vital tool for many makeup looks because is very versatile when creating various eye makeup looks, from simple to smoky. Blending Colours This brush can be used to blend colours, as it is extremely…
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The writer of this guide has freckles. And, although she doesn’t hate them, they’re not her favourite things. Freckles are one of the reasons she became a Makeup Artist! If you are anything like her, you would do anything to cover up your freckled skin….
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A smudge eye shadow applicator is a useful makeup tool to have handy. Unlike a solid eyeliner applied via an eye pencil, a smudge applicator can create a subtle, gentle appearance when it comes to eye makeup when dipped into eyeshadow and…
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Angelina Jolie prefers to go all nude. Nude lipstick, that is. Katy Perry loves fun and youthful pink, whilst Dita Von Teese opts for classic red. For these stars, their lipstick has become a trademark which has set the trend…
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With thousands of products launched into the makeup market each year, you could be forgiven for feeling pressured and overwhelmed when choosing products to stock your makeup bag! Cosmetic companies have had years of experience in marketing effectively, and their intent…
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Mineral makeup has been making a comeback very recently, judging by the influx of advertisements in women’s magazines and on the television for various makeup brands and their new mineral makeup lines. Mineral makeup may look to be a new…
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Blue eye shadow was in, then it was out, but now it’s in again! All the celebrities are sporting a blue eye shadow as part of their make-up range. Some have dusky blue, smoky eyes, while others have a halo…
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Nowadays children grow up so fast, you blink and you miss the most important events in their lives. Young girls want to appear all grown up as soon as possible, want to make themselves beautiful. One of the tactics’ available…
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A sunny afternoon, with a delicious iced beverage, partaking of poolside leisure is what most women imagine when daydreaming about summer. We envision ourselves looking good in a swimsuit (because we’re always working toward that goal and you know it),…
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Walking in a long line of endless five year olds, my student Stefani proudly hung a purple Hannah Montana canvas bag from her small shoulders. She wore a cute skirt with matching shirt and wedge sandals. Her long, black hair…
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As a general rule, any girl under the age of 13 should not be wearing makeup. And any daughter of mine under the age of 25 should not be wearing makeup in my house or in front of me. By…
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Here in Arizona, it was a massive monsoon storm yesterday. Short, powerful and amazing! And after the rain comes a thick, sticky veil of humidity that no deoderant/anti-persperant can compete with, let alone your cosmetics! So how do you keep…
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Summer make-up for daytime should be light and almost invisible, while summer evening make-up can be slightly heavier, but still lighter than winter make-up looks. Both should give you protection from the sun. MOISTURIZER It is most important in the…
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Newsflash! Battery Operated mascara for the bold and the lazy. Makeup is changing history again!Technology and science keep advancing society and makeup is on the cutting edge of it!There are some new mascara products coming out and just may be…
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Essential Guide to Makeup Brushes. The brush is an important tool in any makeup artist’s kit, and top artists always have a roll of the best on hand to ensure their clients’ makeup is flawless.Professional brushes will give you a…
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Choosing the right shades of make-up for your complexion can make the difference between looking your best, and not looking so good.  If you wear make-up that is too dark for your complexion, you may find that you look overly…
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There are ten basic steps to achieving your desired makeup look. Select your colors and have your essential tools to hand. Makeup brushes are a vital addition to any beginner’s kit and will assist you creating a flawless look. Step…
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An eye shadow crease brush is a fairly thick application brush used for the makeup above the eye. It is usually made of real hair, and it is important that the brush is stored so that there are no stray…
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There are millions of makeup products out in the market today, and for those that don’t know much about the topic it can be really overwhelming. A lot of the people that work at makeup counters and stores can be…
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Have you ever noticed that certain women just have a ‘glow’ about them that makes them very appealing? Their beauty goes beyond skin deep, reflecting positive self-care. You may have figured out that their beauty is not just about makeup….
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We’ve all heard a certain makeup artist’s war cry “not to prime is a CRIME!”  A clever marketing catchphrase for him, yes, but is he right? Once considered a needless product, makeup primer is now being embraced by many women…
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There is no doubt about it – the lips are an attention-getting feature. Everyone wants to achieve full-looking lips that stop traffic and achieve long-lasting lip color that demands to be noticed! There are some suggestions and hints to be…
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