makeup and cosmetics

Matte makeup has no shine component to it whatsoever. It comes in powder or cream-to-powder formulas that promise a perfectly contoured and flawless finish.  This is perfect for girls who do not mind spending a little more time primping before heading out the door. Read the rest of this entry »

Although not all makeup comes with an expiration date, that doesn’t mean you should keep it forever. In general, cosmetic products last between 1 to 3 years, provided that they are not exposed to extreme temperatures or sunlight for an extended period of time. Read the rest of this entry »

For a natural look, cover the entire lip area with a pencil that matches your lips’ natural shade. For more vibrant color, apply a lipstick over the pencil. Read the rest of this entry »

For the most part of the face, lip color should match your hair. Below is a quick and easy guide of lipstick shades that work best with different hair colors: Read the rest of this entry »

Eye color should match your hair, so that means darker, smokier colors for brunettes, lighter, peachier tones for blondes, and earth tones for redheads. Read the rest of this entry »

Use a big, fluffy brush to get soft even color. Remember to wash the brush frequently with soap and water. As a rule, start blusher two fingers’ width away from your nose and above the hollows of your cheeks. Read the rest of this entry »

When choosing blush, select a color that matches your lipstick and the outfit you’re wearing. In general, soft natural pinks, beiges, and peaches are good for the day, brighter colors are better for the night. Read the rest of this entry »

Apply foundation first to see where you need more makeup coverage. Then apply the concealer with a small brush under the eyes, between the inner eye and the nose, and along the outer eye where the upper and lower lid join. Read the rest of this entry »

There are many collections of makeup choices and colors that are available, but it’s still hard to figure out what looks good on us. The secret lies in matching our makeup to our hair color, skin tone, and even what we’re wearing. Read the rest of this entry »

Here’s  a new  spin on your cheek contouring.  The old strategy is to swipe dark blush under your cheekbones, but if you’re ever watched a rerun of 80’s TV, you know how fake this can look.  Instead, uses a combo of bronzer and pink blush for an ultra-natural finish. Read the rest of this entry »