Cosmetics have long been the basis for personal expression, and to give women a way to change their appearance quickly. This hasn’t always been a healthy way to express ourselves, as the past has shown us. Take for example the…
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THE WIDE WORLD OF COSMETICSLittle girls love to play with cosmetics. They watch their mothers putting it on as they get ready for work, or preparing for a glamorous night out on the town or simply to go on about…
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The wide world of cosmetics. . . is widening exponentially, far beyond what any of us imagined on the day we first tried on Mom’s lipstick! Over the thousands of years that humans have used cosmetics, their primary purpose has…
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Many women like to wear makeup to work in order to help them visually present themselves professionally. If you want to wear makeup at the office, you may wonder how much makeup to wear and how to apply it to…
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The best eye shadow colors for blue eyes are those which appear as opposites on the color wheel. Color specialists who choose clothing color for celebrities and professional makeup artists know this secret. They use colors which enhance, rather than…
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With such an incredible variety of cosmetic choices available it is difficult to choose the ones that will work best for us. Several cosmetic types and brands are briefly discussed below. The intention is to provide useful information that will…
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When choosing eyeshadow it’s usually best to opt for colors that are opposite to the color of your eyes on a color wheel. Brown eyes however, don’t have a definite opposite, although some colors come close. This makes eyeshadow color…
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Color has an amazing effect in bringing out the best in and enhancing people. Certain colors go especially well with others. The best eye shadow colors for brown eyes work to provide a beautiful contrast of color with brown. Eye…
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One of the biggest problems with make-up is the time it takes to put it on. When you are getting ready to leave in the morning, it can often seem as though your only chance to put on your make-up…
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The best lipstick colors for pale complexions are those that are fresh rather than overpowering. Deep, bold lipstick colors can be suitable when drama is required, or a sharp image is needed for a photography shoot. Softer shades however, can…
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Mascara is an indispensable tool for enhancing your eyes, but it does take a bit know how to apply it effectively. This article looks at several tips to help you apply mascara properly. Choose the right mascara for you Eyelashes vary from person to…
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Lined eyes can look really sexy or sophisticated The problem is when you hit a certain age they can also look downright tarty. Not to worry . You can create the same look but more age appropriate and definitely softer…
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The wide world of cosmetics has come a long way from door-to-door sales women and a limited selection of products at exclusive department stores. Today, products for every need and budget are readily available at drugstores, department stores, cosmetic mega…
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Everyone wants to look beautiful right? Well, that can come with a high price tag most of the time. I know I have spent plenty of money in the past on make up. Most women will do anything to get…
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Don’t you wish you had a professional personal makeup artist on call 24-7? Travelling through your hectic days all your flaws would be the secrets held with your makeup artist. Cosmetics are a woman’s beauty secret where she can be transformed by…
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Very often makeup wearers are given a bad wrap; it is often suggested that we are fake or in some way trying to prevent the “real” us from seeing the light of day. Granted in some cases this is true…
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I am a women that always loves to get a great deal. I love when I am at the checkout stand and something I am buying is on sale which I didn’t know. Makes you feel good! That is how…
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+*+ BENEFIT +*+ Benefit cosmetics are a fun and funky brand. With great names to their products and a kitsch and retro image. Hugely popular both here and in the USA, Benefit produce items that are colourful and ‘must have’,…
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Down through the ages both men and women have used cosmetics to make themselves more attractive. The ancient Egyptians are well known for their use of cosmetic products, ranging from oils used to protect their skin to kohl, a preparation…
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We all one way or another have suffered from dark circles & puffy/swollen eyes. There are many causes for the dreaded dark circles/puffy eyes like; – Not enough water intake(dehydration)– Your diet(drinking alcohol or eating salty foods before bed can…
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Forget diamonds- concealer is a girl’s best friend! It picks up where foundation leaves off, lightening and brightening unwanted blemishes. So, in addition to foundation and primer, using concealer is the final step in achieving a flawless face. Although concealer…
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There’s nothing like the smokey eye to compliment an evening or party outfit. It’s an easy look to achieve and one that can be mastered in little or no time. All you need are the right shadows and a steady…
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To be or not to be a woman that is the question at hand? Since the beginning of time woman all around the world have transformed themselves through the application of makeup. The cosmetic industry is a lucrative business, a…
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Green eyes are very beautiful, partly because they are rare but also because green is the color of nature and abundance. Although not all eye shadow colors suit women with green eyes there are still many to choose from which…
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I’m constantly updating/experimenting with my looks (you know how us make up artist/cosmetic savvy girls are ;]). During the cooler months, I find that I do a lot more smokey eyes (always my favorite), mattes & light lips(pictured on the…
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It’s more common in women and is the rarest eye color in the world, with a small 2 per cent of people having them. Green eyes possess a captivating and mysterious allure which endears them to many. Take a look…
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Many women would be pleased with their appearance if only they could be rid of those pesky little melanin splotches. Indeed, freckles cause a myriad of women to feel stressed and self-conscious. While there is no reasonable strategy for removing…
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For centuries, cosmetics have been used to enhance, entice, and ensnare. Smoldering kohl gave Cleopatra her bewitching eyes, gum arabic and beeswax gave Chinese royals brightly stained fingernails, and white lead gave Geishas their flawless complexions. Men and women alike…
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When it comes to cosmetic application, your utensils are just as important as your actual makeup. To avoid unsanitary utensils and infections, make sure that you take care of your makeup brushes. Following is a guide to properly care for…
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Summer time is right around the corner. Time to put away your heavy foundation and shed off the layers of bronzer for a real sun-kissed glow! Tinted moisturizer is a must during the hot months of summer. It provides you…
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