Archive for the ‘Makeup 2009’ Category

Photoshoot Preview: Smoking hot!

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009

Smoking hot!

Want on-trend eye makeup? Go smoky!

For a totally wearable look, team a stormy gray eye with a juicy pink lip.

Step-by-step instructions, video tutorial and product list coming soon.

Watch this space!

Pre-smoke!

Before things get smoky!

Ash-laden lids!

Ash-laden lids!

A flush of fiery blush!

A flush of berry blush!

Pink pout!

Perfect pink pout!

Halloween “Glampire” Makeup

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

Modern vampire-inspired makeup.  Glitter + Vampire = “Glampire!”

To learn how to get this look, turn up the volume and watch the video tutorial below:

Vampire makeup (more…)

Love pretty makeup?

Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

Pretty makeup

Get the Pink Lady look!

For step-by-step instructions on how to recreate it, watch the video tutorial and follow the steps below:

It’s all about the pink pout.

Makeup artist tip!

Before you begin applying makeup, always tweeze any stray eyebrow hairs first.

Skin

Foundation application

1. For a natural-looking complexion, select a sheer foundation(a) and apply it with a foundation brush(b). Blend outward and downward from the center of the face and use your fingertips where needed (i.e. near the hairline and on areas that require a fuller, more built-up coverage).

2. Conceal the eyelids, dark under-eye circles, redness and spots. Apply concealer(c) to the necessary areas with a brush(d); then, for a natural finish, blend by “patting” it into the skin with the pad of your finger. (more…)

Pink makes the boys wink!

Monday, August 3rd, 2009

Grab a sneak peek of this summer’s hottest makeup trend: Pink Lady! Step-by-step instructions coming soon.

Pink blush

Rosy pink cheeks.

Pink lipstick

Hot-pink pout.

Makeup Ideas for Fall 2009

Tuesday, May 12th, 2009

Winter blues.

Change it up this season and team a smoky eye with a dramatic lip. Define the eyes with matte shades of navy and pair them with a bright, matte, blue-based pink lippy. Wearing strong eyes and lips together is reminiscent of the ’80s, but if it’s done the right way it is easy to modernize.

Beige beauty.

Play up your eyes using lighter shades of eyeshadow.  Use a wash of warm metallic beige around the entire eye, and open up the inner corner with a frosty white highlighter. Further accentuate your eyes by feathering a dark chocolate-colored pencil through the roots of the top lashes. Don’t draw a line in one movement, but instead use a series of short strokes to apply the color; this will look natural and create the illusion of thicker, denser lashes. Apply a generous coat of mascara, and softly fill in the brow for a more groomed look.

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Summer Makeup Look 2009

Monday, April 27th, 2009

With only seven makeup items, you can create several totally wearable looks and be on-trend all summer long!

1. Foundation.
Select a light-textured, liquid foundation that will even out your skin tone. Let your concealer do the heavy-duty work! Using a small amount of foundation on your fingertips, start in the center of the face and blend outwards. Apply it very sparingly near the hairline, eyebrows and jawline. Don’t forget to choose something with an SPF (Sun Protection Factor) if you are an outdoor kind of girl.

2. Concealer.
Apply concealer sparingly around the eyes (to disguise dark circles), nostrils (to banish shadows and redness) and on any blemishes. Always dab concealer; never rub it. Also, prime your eyelids with concealer; this will even out the skin tone, help your eyeshadow last longer and stop it creasing. A crème concealer will provide a moist base for metallic eyeshadow, which will help intensify the color and strengthen the sheen. (more…)