Makeup

ABC’s of Eyeliner Application Anyone can learn to apply eyeliner to enhance their eyes, it just takes a little know-how and a bit of practice. There are basically four types of lining products. 1. Liquid Liners can come pre-mixed in…
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Why wear make-up? What a question … to look better of course. I don’t know how other women feel when they look in the mirror in the morning, but my first reaction is … oh boy. And that’s putting it…
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I treated myself to some Chanel nail polish when buying make up for my wedding a few years ago. I wouldn’t normally spend that much on a pot of nail varnish. I personally adore Chanel, and though I’d never bought…
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If you’re a make up junkie like I am you’ll know you’d spend your last dollars on the latest make trend or product. Th problem is this can be costly especially when you’re on a strict budget. What to do?…
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Benefit cosmetics are just about my favorite brand, and I do seem to own rather a lot of their items. They really capture the imagination with their brightly colored products and their kitsch packaging. Aimed mainly at the young end…
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Make-up, love it! Why wear it? Why not wear it? Let me begin by saying that I do in fact wear makeup, I have been wearing it since I was 12, and I imagine I’ll wear it until I am…
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Lipstick is much more expressive than lip gloss. While I appreciate the glow of lip gloss, most glosses are all the same. Very few lip glosses have color, and when they do the color is very faint and hardly noticeable….
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Enhancing beauty and highlighting features are the goals of makeup application. When applied properly, makeup can help achieve these goals. The trick to wearing makeup is not to apply it so heavy that you look like you will be tying…
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Ok so putting on makeup isn’t as hard as it looks. It just takes a little practice thats all. I remember when I was really little, watching my mom help my older sister apply makeup. I remember thinking that I…
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Before applying foundation, choose one that is best for your skin type and tone. For example, if you have oily skin, you will choose a foundation that is free of oils. But if you are older, you may wish to…
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“No! No! No!” My grandson was four when he told me not to wear makeup. “No! Don’t put that on!” He insisted vehemently. “What is wrong with you?” I asked. I sat down beside him. “I don’t like for you…
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Women who work in an office should strive to look well-groomed and professional. Although the wearing of makeup in the workplace is not necessarily a requirement, most female employees do apply makeup, as part of their normal morning routine, before…
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In a world where cosmetic companies direct campaigns at blue eyed blondes, green eyed women are often left floundering. Real green eyes are extremely rare; less than 5% of the population are truly green eyed except for Iceland, where 89%…
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It is a fact that women tend to collect cosmetics rather than use them. Often, we find ourselves buying products that will never be open. We buy them for the fancy and girly packaging or because the lady at the…
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One of the colors that look great with brown eyes is the plums color or purple. You can use with this eye shadow color either a black eye liner or a brown one, since they both work perfectly and your…
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When shopping for a new lipstick color, one of the most important things to consider is your complexion. This article looks at the best lipstick colors for women who have a dark complexion. Women with darker complexions tend to require deeper shades…
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Today’s woman is bombarded by cosmetic choices from every angle, with cosmetic makers screaming at us that their products are good for our skin. Drug stores with cosmetic counters have become supersized, cosmetic mail order campaigns compete for our attention,…
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A lot of women with brown eyes wish theirs were blue, green, or violet instead because they feel that brown is, well, dull. If that’s the case, then why are there songs like “Brown-Eyed Girl” by Van Morrison or ones…
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Ah…there’s just something about those baby blue eyes!  From wide-eyed and innocent, to sultry and seductive, these fabulous looks can all be accomplished simply by finding the correct eye shadow, and knowing how to apply it. There are so many absolutely…
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Upon entering a department store, you will undoubtedly become bombarded with a sea of beauty products. When confronted with a myriad of items, it can be difficult to make a decision. Just realize that there are only a few, basic…
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Feeling frustrated when you see a girl’s beautiful long lashes without a flaw? Don’t worry! You can get those lashes too if you follow a few steps. Don’t be intimidated by the lashes you see on commercials and don’t blame…
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When it comes to wearing matte red lipsticks, just about every woman under the sun can pull it off. Whether very light or very dark, there is often a red lipstick that works well for the right skin tone and…
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Madonna is more than just a recording artist with a successful singing career.  She is a pop icon that has been able to stand the test of time, with star power that reaches to every corner of the globe.  It’s…
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The Dior Poudrier Dentelle Illuminating Lace-effect Powder for Face is a limited edition powder available from most department stores that sell Dior products. The powder is priced at £39 (GB) $55(US) The price may be pretty costly but the product…
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Diorskin moisture release leaves a dewy satin finish, which is supposed to hydrate the skin with its moisturizing properties. The foundation costs £27 ($43) . People like myself who have dry skin may find it as much of an arduous…
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Not only are the eyes the focal point of the entire face, they are commonly regarded as the most beautiful facial feature. Additionally, the eyes reveal so much about a person, even before any words are exchanged. As naturally beautiful…
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Often when you look into a women’s personal beauty cabinet you will see tons of bottles, tubes and applicators. Sometimes you will even notice products used once, or never opened. As a woman I understand that we feel like we…
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Your five step guide to looking great in record time. Most important, be sure to remove any residue from the night before. Ideally this is done before sleeping but I try to be realistic – time waits for no woman….
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From Almay to Yves St. Laurent, the world of cosmetics is a temporary but often glamorous solution to enhancing your beauty. However, this enhancement is reachable if you know what to look for in each specialty item. Paula Begoun, the…
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Like many people nowadays I spend all day staring at a computer screen or mobile display, and on the days when I’m let out of the office, at a busy road or a Sat Nav screen. All of these were…
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