NEW FAVORITE PRODUCT
July 5, 2010 at 10:39 pm | Posted in Product Reviews | Leave a CommentOK, so I may have been preaching the miraculous ways of Cover Girl’s Lash Blast mascara for quite some time, but I think I may have found something to put Cover Girl’s most popular mascara to shame!
Always on the quest for the next best thing and sick of using my dried up tube of Lash Blast Fusion, I ventured over to Sephora and held a stake out next to the endcap adorned with Sephora’s best selling mascaras. I thought back to my days as a Sephora “cast member,” and remembered a fellow employee raving about Fresh Supernova mascara. I tested the product and made the purchase as quickly as it had taken for me to fall in love, about 30 seconds.
Here are the reasons why I love it just so darn much:
1.) No more dry, unwanted spider lashes! The formula is incredibly glossy so lashes always looks soft and conditioned.
2.) If you don’t like drama, need not apply. The lengthening and volumizing effect is out of this world!
3.) Instant eye brightener. This is one of the darkest mascaras I’ve used and the jet-black color really intensifies eye color.
** I also found a cheaper alternative to my Holy Grail mascara primer, Lancome Cils Booster XL ($22), and that is Sephora “Tricks of the Trade” Perfecting Lash Primer ($14). It creates just as much intensity, but for $8 less!
Let your lashes make a statement while making your eyes look bigger and incredibly brighter. With all of the (undeserved) hoopla over YSL’s new Volume Effet Faux Cils Luxurious mascara and Dior’s DiorShow Black Out mascara, Fresh Supernova may be one of the beauty industry’s best-kept secrets!
Images courtesy of: Sephora.com
The Recessionista and the Homemade Body Scrub
March 28, 2010 at 10:07 pm | Posted in Homemade Beauty Treatments | Leave a Comment
Fresh Brown Sugar Body Polish, 14 oz, $65
Gone are the days of spending a well-exfoliated arm and a leg on pricey body scrubs and cleansers! In this economic climate, how can one justify spending 65 dollars on a 14 oz pot of Fresh Brown Sugar Body Polish? Don’t let the pretty packaging and lab-born chemicals fool you; these products are not more effective just because they can be found on the shelf at your local Sephora. In a matter of minutes and for less than a few dollars, you can have a homemade body scrub that is just as effective, 100% organic, and completely tailored to your needs. I know what you’re thinking, Ugh, but that’s so much work. Actually, it’s fun and super easy!
My fabulous homemade scrub- I'll never go store-bought again!
I recently made an incredible peppermint sugar body scrub with a multitude of features and benefits. It completely sloughs off dead skin while exuding an invigorating peppermint aroma, and the peppermint oil used provides a refreshing cooling effect. I selected the best ingredients for my dry, dull skin that hasn’t seen the light of day since summer, and got to work whipping together the following ingredients:
White granulated sugar- a great exfoliant that is not too rough on skin and dissolves with heat so it won’t clog your shower drain
Plain yogurt- softens and moisturizes
Olive oil- softens and moisturizes
Peppermint essential oil- provides an invigorating scent with a unique cooling sensation (Choose an essential oil that you love and you’ll never pay for a store-bought scrub again. I stocked up on essential oils during a sale at the Body Shop so I can go from a calming lavender to a musky vanilla.)
Depending on your needs and preferences, you can use just about any ingredient you desire. Here are some other skin-softening ingredients for a sensational scrub of your own:
Salt- inexpensive, has muscle-relaxing properties
Brown sugar- gentle on skin, nicely scented
Coffee (grounded)- can minimize the formation and appearance of dreaded cellulite and varicose veins
Flowers/herbs- several herbs and flowers have unique healing properties (ex. use lavender for relaxation or ginseng for an added boost of energy)
And what’s great is that for a few minutes and a couple of dollars, you can provide a friend with a custom-made gift they’ll truly appreciate. Go to your local crafts or home store and purchase a pretty glass bottle and some ribbon, and you’re all set!
What means more than a homemade gift?
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From Runway to Reality: Spring 2010 Beauty Trends
March 22, 2010 at 8:13 pm | Posted in Makeup Trends | Leave a Comment
Bryant Park
Peachy perfection at Michael Kors
The tents at Bryant Park have been dismantled and Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week has come to a close, but my mind continues to spin with the parade of beautiful faces displayed on the runway. As always, the sky was the limit with beauty and the looks were extensive. From Madewell’s “no makeup” look, to Thakoon’s exaggerated brow, a favorite pastime of mine is to examine theatrical runway-ready looks and transform them into wearable trends appropriate for the events of everyday life. This time around, it was the lips I just couldn’t shut up about!
YSL Rouge Volupté in Faubourg Peach
One runway trend I loved for its simplistic elegance and universally flattering appeal is the peach lip. An array of designers, such as Vivienne Tam and Nanette Lepore, adorned their models with a soft peach pout that enhanced all skin tones while providing a subtle yet wondrous burst of color. This is one trend that will certainly add to the splendor of springtime. To replicate this look, I used Rimmel London‘s Lasting Finish Intense Wear Lipstick in Crush, which bestowed a beautiful wash of peach while brightening and intensifying my complexion. I also love YSL Rouge Volupté in Faubourg Peach for its creamy texture and glossy sheen. For times when my passion for peach is particularly potent, I use Rimmel London’s Crush and apply Revlon’s Crème Gloss in Peachy Sheen on top. The outcome is high in gloss, color, and sex appeal. This will definitely be one of my go-to looks for this spring.
Bold red lips were a key element of the look at Vena Cava
Face Chart for Vena Cava
Another trend that many people find alluring, yet frighteningly complex, is the bold lip that was seen at Proenza Schouler and Vena Cava, among other shows. Whether for a day at the office or a night of intense bar-hopping, no one should be scared to experiment with a little color on their artistic palettes (that’s right, your face is a palette!) If you’re a little color-shy at first, a great way to come out of your shell is to up the intensity of your lip color a tiny bit every day. If you want to wear a red lip with
Stila Lip Glaze in Cranberry
confidence, start with a gloss, such as Stila Lip Glaze in Cranberry (one of my all time favorites). Only apply to the center of your lips and use your fingers to blend it out to the edges. The next time, apply to the whole lip (if you’re still not comfortable, feel free to blot after application). Once you’re able to confidently walk out of the house with a glossy red lip, try a more matte lipstick. I love NARS Shanghai Express because it has a ribbon of black pigment that runs through the tube to make it flattering for all skin tones. To apply an intense red or dark lipstick, it is important to stay inside the lines and to make sure the color doesn’t bleed or budge. To do so, apply a lip primer, such as Urban Decay’s Lip Primer Potion, and a thin rim of loose powder around the lips with a Qtip. Then line and fill in your lips with a lip liner that is the same color as your lipstick, or nude. Using a lip brush, apply the lipstick within the lines, blot with a tissue to set the color, and reapply. And there you have it, a sexy pout that can brighten your complexion and make your teeth look instantly whiter! Be sure to leave all else natural to really let your lips do the talking 
Stay tuned for more favorites from the runway at Bryant Park!
Proenza Schouler
Monique Lhuillier
Soft peach lips at Vivienne Tam to balance out the bold eyes
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Winter Wonder-glam’d!
January 18, 2010 at 9:52 pm | Posted in How-To | 1 Comment
Every year, the holidays inspire me to experiment with what I’ve dubbed the “Snow Bunny” look. Shimmer, sparkles, beautiful baby pinks and an overall glow that can turn any plain Jane into a knockout beauty. After years of experimentation, I’ve finally mastered it.
Too Faced blush in Pink Provocateur
Start with a foundation primer, as an even, beautiful skin tone is key. After the primer has dried, apply foundation and under eye concealer. For excellent under eye coverage and highlighting, try YSL’s Touche Eclat (but remember, your ring finger should be your application tool of choice, as it is most gentle on such thin, wrinkle-prone skin.) Apply concealer over blemishes and use a big, fluffy brush to apply loose powder. Loose powder will provide a flawless finish that will last all day. Buff away the excess powder by moving your brush in small, circular motions, and apply bronzer in a backwards “3” motion so that your temples, cheekbones, and jaw line appear sun kissed. Take a beautiful bubblegum-pink blush and apply it to the apples of your cheeks (a personal favorite of mine is Too Faced Pink Provocateur) and use a shimmery white or pearlescent pink highlighter on your cheekbones. NARS multiple sticks in Copacabana and Luxor are great highlighters. To use them, transfer a little bit of product onto your fingertips and rub on to your cheekbones from the apples of your cheeks towards your ears. Highlighter will make a tremendous difference! Once your complexion is complete, it’s time for the eyes.
To increase the life of your “snow bunny” look, apply a white or gold shimmery cream shadow from lash line to crease. Then use a shimmery white powder shadow, such as Stila’s Moonlight, and apply it from lash line to a little above your crease so that when your eye is open, the shadow can be seen above the lid. To add depth, use a light brown shadow in the crease and on the outer 1/3 of your lid. Apply a thin line of brown liner to the upper and lower lash lines and use a white eyeliner, such as NARS Eye Liner Pencil in Iceberg, in the water line of your lower lash line. Then take a shimmery white shadow, such as the one you used on your lid, and apply it with more intensity to the inner corners of your eye, blending it towards the bridge of your nose, on to your lid, and below your lower lash line. Curl your lashes and apply a few coats of black mascara- your eyes will be stunning!
To finish off the look, pink lip gloss is essential. My personal favorites are YSL Pur Gloss in Pure Rose for olive skin tones, NARS Turkish Delight for lighter skin tones, or Benefit Lady’s Choice, which is beautiful on all tones.
Now go brave the cold and show off that snow bunny glow
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Beauty Boosters
January 17, 2010 at 11:20 pm | Posted in Makeup Tricks | Leave a Comment
If your feeling as though your complexion is a little lackluster and you don’t have gloss or lipstick to provide that instant pop of color, rub your finger into a pretty blush or shadow and apply it to your lips. If you’re using a powder shadow or blush, it becomes somewhat of a lip stain.
To make close-set eyes look farther apart, apply eyeliner in a subtle wing shape at the outer corners of your top lids, and apply most of your mascara to the lashes on the outer corners. When you apply mascara hold the wand at a 45-degree angle so that your lashes lean slightly outwards. Also, apply shadow so that a gradient of color forms- the shadow should be lightest at the inner corners and darkest at the outer corners.
For a more seamless look and fuller-looking lashes, apply eyeliner to the inner rims of your top lash lines (in addition to your lash lines themselves.)
Before going out at night, apply highlighter, such as NARS Copacabana, to your cheeks for a complete transformation from ordinary girl to nighttime diva. And if you’re the kind of party-girl who always manages to add yet another Facebook album the morning after, highlighter really gets you camera-ready.
If you wake up with a few brow hairs seriously out of place and cannot find brow gel, use a tiny dab of Aquaphor or petroleum jelly and just graze the brows- don’t use more than a little dot and don’t push the product onto your brow because too much can make the brow look wet/waxy.
If you have a bright red blemish, don’t underestimate the power of green primers and concealers, just don’t go overboard. Make Up Forever and Smashbox sell amazing green foundation primers and Sephora’s private brand has a great green concealer stick. When using a green concealer stick be careful not to go overboard, as it is just a precursor to your actual concealer.
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A Few Words From the Color King
January 12, 2010 at 12:28 am | Posted in Spa/Salon Treatments and Reviews | Leave a Comment
As I walk into NYC’s MIZU Salon and see my mastermind of a colorist, Nico, I can’t help but hold out my arms and give him a huge hug. There’s no man in this world who can do color like he can, and I have the battle scars from previous colorists’ attempts to prove it. As someone with hair so dark it could be mistaken for black, I’ve had more than my share of coloring catastrophes. Think thick blond streaks amidst a head of black, applied so unevenly that I could’ve been mistaken for a different person with my hair up than when worn down. Many people have told me that as a dark brunette I should stay away from highlights, but why should blondes have all the fun? Finally…I found Nico. He is a primping prodigy, a pioneer, the Color King. He has made me feel comfortable and confident with a head of chocolate brown and mocha-colored highlights that provide a subtle yet perfect brightness. Truth be told, I met Nico at a previous salon he was working at in Connecticut and followed him all the way across state lines when he began working at MIZU (yep, that’s right, stalker status!) But once you sit in Nico’s chair, you’ll know exactly what all the fuss is about.
As a seasoned colorist who has worked in the industry for over 20 years, I have asked him to share his personal experiences, best tips, favorite products and what it is like to work at the exclusive NYC salon, MIZU.
MIZU Salon
Nico helped to create Cyndi Lauper's legendary do
When and where did you begin your career in hair?
My career began at Vidal Sassoon in NYC. The day after I graduated from “hair school” I went on interviews- I was barely 20 years old and already knew I wanted to be a colorist. I accepted the apprenticeship at Sassoon because it seemed like the most intense training and they all seemed to take hair and the beauty industry so seriously. I was an apprentice for 14 months (a record by today’s standards) and was promoted to a Jr. Colorist in the summer of 1980! My reputation grew rather quickly and my interest and love of rock music steered many up and coming singers and musicians my way. Cyndi Lauper was a client before and during the peak of her MTV fame; I am credited on her first 2 albums. Other interesting personalities were always in and out of Sassoon in those days…members of the Talking Heads, Betsey Johnson and Pat Fields were some of my fun clients. It was an exciting time but being younger, I didn’t realize the global opportunities Sassoon was offering me and left in 1987 for a more “sane” atmosphere.
What drew you to working with hair? Have you always wanted to be a colorist?
No! I always wanted to be a rock star! I had a girl friend that was a hairstylist and it looked like a fun job where I could dress like a rock star if I wanted to, so I enrolled in school. I absolutely HATED it!! The roller sets, the blow drying…the cutting! But then I discovered color and was hooked. I was the only one in my class that wasn’t afraid of color, and that was it. I loved the chemistry and the formulation.
What are your proudest accomplishments in your career?
I’d like to think that these moments are still to come. Of course, you get a thrill when one minute you’re rinsing yellow hair color out of someone and the next minute you’re in a front seat at Madison Square Garden applauding them, or watching them on the David Letterman show. I’ve also done a fair amount of magazine work and makeovers for magazines, and that’s always fun. But, I think what keeps me going is passing on the experience, tricks and overall knowledge I have accumulated to people that are new in the business- it reminds me of how I was back then. There are a lot of colorists in NYC that are doing quite well that I mentored and helped educate.
Have you worked on celebrity tresses? If so, whose?
MIZU has a varied celebrity clientele. Although I am not at liberty to tell you too much, some celebrities who have been to MIZU or have been seen by our stylists are Richard Gere, Michael J. Fox, Sharon Osborne and Lady Gaga, just to name a few…
What’s your hair/beauty philosophy?
Hair color is a major accessory and today’s clients have many choices–I would have to credit the supermodels of the early ’90s (Linda Evangelista, in particular) for this. However, hair is an organic material and needs to be treated with care, respect and love.
Where do you find your inspiration?
I find inspiration everywhere- classic films, rock stars, and most recently, vintage hair color ads! Just standing in line at the movies, looking at some little 3 year old’s (natural) highlights and trying to figure out how to duplicate that for my clients! Sometimes it can be what my client wants…it might sound crazy but I come up with something just a little outside the box that works for them. It’s as if I have this bag of tricks that I keep filling up and when I meet new clients I have more and more options to draw upon.
What do you like about working at MIZU?
MIZU is a great salon for me because it’s kind of a coming together of the “Sassoon” and “Bumble & Bumble” cultures. I am working with some extremely talented people that I worked with at the very beginning of my career while picking up new inspirations from the Bumble side of things. The level of professionalism is high, as is the standard of work. The location of MIZU is also very important as we are the only ground level salon on a major avenue…PARK AVENUE!! Pretty cool.
Where did you learn your tricks? Can you share some of them…?
When I am in a new environment or when someone new is in my environment, I observe…I observe the clients to see the finished look and color. Every salon has its own character. I observe how the look was achieved and of course I take my 20+ years of experience and bend and shape the technique into something that works for me.
When you highlight my hair, you said that you don’t use bleach. Can you discuss certain techniques you utilize?
I try not to use the word “bleach”, I say lightener…of course it’s the same thing but to me bleach is for clothes!! 
Of course, I do use lightener, but I tend to rely on using “color” for brunettes desiring lighter tones because a color formulation will lighten and color in one step. I can formulate so I will counteract the unwanted “warm” tones, and it will also be more stable and less likely to fade. If we pre-lighten (bleach) and then tone, it will run the risk of fading and becoming brassy (unwanted gold). It’s actual oxidation…think of rust.
What’s the best way to ask for what you want from a colorist/stylist so that the desired outcome is communicated?
I think pictures are always good. Celebrity references are good as long as you are clear about at what point in their career and what film they were promoting, because they do change color often. Clients can sometimes get very caught up in what they do not want. A good colorist will pick up signals right away to avoid those aspects of the color, but as a client you should focus on what you would love. I always ask a new client, “What would be your dream color?” and we work from there. Also, be realistic about a maintenance schedule.
What are some products that you recommend?
I love the Bumble and Bumble hair powder. It’s a product that will camouflage re-growth no matter what color you have. I also love the Moroccan Oil line of products.
What do you see as hot trends in hair right now?
The biggest trend that I see and am moving towards is color that is softer at the root and gradually breaks into more. This applies to any color- I just don’t want to see roots brighter or lighter than what’s going on at the very ends of the hair.
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Thank you for sharing so much with us, Nico!
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Be sure to make an appointment at the fabulous MIZU Salon today for a color service and receive a complimentary blow dry!
MIZU is located at 505 Park Avenue New York, NY 10022 (p. 212.688.6498)
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Lindsey Loves Lashes!
January 6, 2010 at 1:51 am | Posted in How-To | 1 Comment
Maybe it’s because I’m severely “lash-challenged” and have had to deal with what I call “lash nubs” my entire life, but there’s NOTHING I love more than a long, thick, perfectly-curled lash, or set of lashes, for that matter. What could be sexier, or sweeter, than gorgeous full lashes to enhance one’s eyes for a playful “come hither” look?
As a way to cope with being lash-deprived, I have come up with a fool proof process to achieve the alluring lashes of Kim Kardashian and the seductive stare of Eva Longoria Parker. It is no secret that these ladies use falsies to make their eyes pop on the red carpet, but I am going to show you how to get the best lashes possible, one step short of going fake!
When making your lashes as long and as thick as possible, remember that every step and every tool count, so I would highly recommend using the products listed below.
Tools you will need:
Lash curler- I have found that NOTHING works better than the Shu Uemura curler ($19, sold at Sephora.com)
Blow dryer
Lash primer- I would highly recommend Lancome Cils Booster XL, as I have yet to find anything that compares when it comes to added length and volume ($21.50, sold at Sephora.com)
Lengthening/Volumizing Mascara- If you really have “lash nubs” like me, either go with Cover Girl Lash Blast ($8.99, sold at CVS.com) or YSL Singulier’ Exaggerated Lift Mascara ($30, sold at Sephora.com.) These are AMAZING!
Lash comb- It may be helpful to have, but is not necessary.
How to Fake the Look of Falsies:
1.) Take a blow dryer and your lash curler, and heat the top part of the curler (where your lashes go) for about 5 seconds. Touch the lash curler with your fingers to make sure it is not too hot- the last thing you want to do is burn your eyelids!
2.) Put the curler at the base of your lashes and clamp down for about 10-15 seconds on each eye.
3.) Apply your primer on your top lashes as you would with a regular mascara (do not apply on the bottom). Start at the roots, wiggle slightly from side to side to ensure even product distribution, and swipe the wand up towards the tips. Apply a fairly thick coat, almost as thick as you would apply mascara.
4.) Do not wait for the primer to dry, and apply the mascara exactly as you applied the primer. You do not want the primer to dry before applying mascara because it could lead to brittle-looking, spider-like lashes (not sexy!) Put 1 to 2 thick coats of mascara on each eye and use a lash comb to de-clump and separate lashes if need be. However, if you make sure to wiggle your wand at the base of your lashes, there should be no need for one. (INSIDER TIP: If you tend to have a heavy hand and are worried about mascara smudging onto your lid, put a credit card behind your lashes as a barrier. This also helps to amp up the curl because as you apply your mascara, you push your lashes up and backwards to reach the credit card, which becomes somewhat of your backboard.)
Spider Lashes: To be avoided at ALL costs
5.) Wait about 30 seconds for your lashes to dry and apply a very thin coat of mascara to your bottom lashes. You should wait 30 seconds so that when you open your eyes wider to apply mascara to the bottom lashes, the mascara from your top lashes will not smudge onto your eyelid. You can hold the brush vertically and lightly apply to your lashes, or horizontally, but make sure not to smudge.
6.) Wait about 2 minutes for the mascara to dry and GENTLY curl your top lashes for about 3 seconds.
Now, what do you think?!?!
You can take it one step further by using colored mascara to enhance your eye color. Try different shades of Cover Girl’s Lash Blast Luxe or Benefit’s Bad Gal to intensify your blues, greens, hazels and browns!
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Choco-Oatmeal Fun
January 3, 2010 at 9:20 am | Posted in Homemade Beauty Treatments | 2 Comments
So it's not the most attractive...but it tasted great!
On one particularly boring night of watching television for hours on end, I convinced my friend Danielle to try out a homemade facial mask with me. Being that it is winter, Danielle and I both have issues with dry skin and we wanted to find a magical concoction that would put an end to our discomfort. I was also having a particularly bad week in terms of breakouts that I wanted to quell and although I couldn’t see what Danielle was talking about, she claimed she was having the same. I had always wanted to see the effects of various kitchen products on my skin and heard that chocolate and oatmeal were great skin moisturizers. With that being said, I found several recipes for an oatmeal-chocolate mask and decided to give it a whirl. I went to work whipping together ordinary kitchen items hoping that the molecules would somehow combine to create a miraculous super-blend. Although I didn’t use specific proportions, the ingredients used were:
Milk
• has lactic acid, fat (don’t use skim milk!) and vitamins A and D to soothe dry, irritated skin
• calms the effects of a sunburn
• loosens dead skin cells to make exfoliation quick and easy
Cocoa Powder
• a great moisturizer
Honey
• alleviates acne
• treats minor burns and scrapes
• has moisturizing properties
Oatmeal
• cures itchiness
• calms discomfort from a rash
• moisturizes
• rids pores of stubborn dirt and oil
We applied to it our faces, which was somewhat of a challenge as the oatmeal was heavy and kept sliding off (next time, I’ll ground it first), and waited for 15 minutes before we washed it off. The end result, although temporary, was amazing- our skin felt noticeably softer! Typically after we rinse our faces with water our skin feels tight and cries out for moisturizer, but not this time. With squeaky-clean, ultra-soft skin, I gave this mask 4 stars out of 5. I found the only con to be that it was messy, so be sure to wear an old t-shirt if you experiment with this recipe yourself. Danielle gave this mask 3 stars because as someone with very dry skin, she felt tightness form about 10 minutes after rinsing. However, she still noticed a significant difference in moisture level when compared with other cleansers and masks.
All in all, creating our own yummy face mask was fun and provided great skincare benefits. Go get some of your girls together and pretend like your back in the 6th grade with a home makeover night ☺
What are some great homemade facial masks that you’ve tried?
10 Beauty Secrets You Wish You’d Known All Along
December 28, 2009 at 5:58 am | Posted in Makeup Tricks | 2 Comments1.) If you are attempting a smoky eye and feel as though you may have gone overboard, tone it down by applying a light shimmery shadow to the center of your lids. It brightens while leaving the smoky eye intact.
2.) When you need an instant brightener or pick-me-up, apply a white or light gold shadow to the inner corners of the eyes. This small amount of highlighter will make you look wide awake.
3.) Do NOT pump your mascara wand in and out of the tube. It will not put more product on the brush, but rather, it will cause the mascara to dry out faster which will lead to flaking, spider lashes, and a more difficult application.
4.) For the same reasons that wearing dark colors makes you appear a few pounds lighter, contouring can give you a more sculpted jaw line. Apply bronzer in a backwards “3” motion on each side of your face, making sure to hit your jaw line and just below your jaw line (as well as your temples and cheekbones). Also, give yourself more noticeable cheekbones by applying a bright blush to your cheekbones, and a bronzer or a darker blush just below the cheekbone towards your ear. To figure out where to apply the darker shade, suck in your cheeks slightly and apply just under the bone. However, don’t go overboard- contouring should not be noticeable.
5.) I always apply complexion products after I apply eyeshadow because no matter how much I try to prevent it, particles from the shadow can fall below my eye. It makes for a far easier clean up if you haven’t already applied foundation.
6.) If you can’t find your eye makeup remover and you’ve made a mistake, just use a dot of eye cream to remove it- works like a charm!
7.) To make your eyes look bigger, to tone down redness and to appear more rested, apply a white or flesh-colored eyeliner to the water-line, or inner rim of the lower lash line.
8.) Don’t waste money on an eye shadow primer- use a cream shadow that you already have so that it can either be worn alone, or as primer for a powder shadow to adhere to.
9.) To make thin lips look fuller, choose a lighter shade of lipstick and apply gloss to the middle of your top and bottom lips. Dark colors on thin lips tend to make them look even thinner, and applying gloss to the middle of your lips reflects light, thereby creating an augmented appearance.
10.) If you’re bored with your same old shadows, blushes and lip colors, mix and match to create new shades. Who says you can’t mix an eye shadow with a blush and put some gloss on top to create a new lip color??
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