Makeup Tips

How to Apply Makeup: Smoky Eye Makeup Tutorial

Smoky eye makeup can create an incredibly alluring and mysterious look. It’s no wonder smoky eye is one of the most popular eye makeup looks. And although it may seem intimidating, this look is actually pretty simple to achieve yourself, as long as you have the right tools. To do smoky eye makeup, you will need: Three complementary eyeshadow shades – You’ll want to use a light color, a medium base color, and a smoky dark color. Black, gray, and bronze are good color ranges to use. Also, for a proper smoky eye, loose powder eyeshadow works best. Black eyeliner – Any type of eyeliner will do here, as long as it’s pitch black, because you want to create a...

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How to Apply Makeup: DIY Wedding Makeup

With wedding season in full swing, brides to be are making various preparations for their big day, including reserving a venue, choosing a dress, catering, cake, and flowers, deciding on bridal party attire, etc. It’s a busy time for any potential bride, and all those arrangements and services can get costly. Arguably, however, one of the most important decisions (besides the dress) is figuring out who will do your wedding makeup. It’s a long day and often your makeup will need to withstand outside weather and heat, with pictures being taken constantly. There are plenty of professional makeup services that will do wedding makeup, but their services can be expensive, and they don’t really know your features like you do....

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How to Apply Makeup: Loose Powder Foundation

If you’ve never used loose powder or mineral makeup before, there’s a different technique to applying it than for cream or liquid foundations. Learning this new technique can take practice, even if you already know how to apply makeup. But before we get into teaching you the technique, we need to answer the question “why switch to mineral makeup?” Well, first off, mineral makeup sits lighter on the skin, making it less likely to clog pores and better suited for skin that’s prone to breakouts. Secondly, mineral makeup is made using only natural mineral ingredients, so it’s a perfect fit for those with sensitive skin who need to avoid chemicals and preservatives. Mineral foundation looks great and feels great on...

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Creative Ways to Reinvent Your Makeup Looks Using Bronzer

Many people use bronzer to give themselves a more tanned look in the colder seasons, or to give off that tan glow without exposing their face to sun damage. Some use bronzer to great effect, while others have difficulty making it look natural. But did you know there are many other ways to use bronzer besides just making yourself look tanner? Knowing where to put bronzer and how to apply bronzer can make a big difference in your appearance and give you a wider range of makeup looks to choose from. Read on and we will tell you how to apply bronzer in a natural-looking manner and provide four outside-the-box ways to use bronzer to transform your makeup looks. Natural...

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What to Look for in a Makeup Kit

Makeup kits and gift sets have become very popular. They make excellent gifts and are a great way to get started using a new line of products. They typically contain a range of products, with the exact mix differing from kit to kit. But what are the essentials? Here is our list of must-haves for a makeup kit or gift set: Primer   We have praised the benefits of using a makeup primer before. It truly is the best place to start when you are applying your makeup, as it helps to condition and moisturize your face, as well as to improve your makeup’s ability to adhere to your face. If you want a long-lasting, comfortable wear out of your...

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