Archive for the ‘Makeup Application’ Category

Look drop-dead in orangey-red!

Thursday, August 25th, 2011

“In my opinion, Lady Danger by MAC is one of the best red lipsticks ever invented. It’s a kick-ass color with a killer texture. Pocket it!” LMM, 2011.

Lady Danger Lipstick by MAC Look drop dead in orangey red!

Red lips are key again this season. Tailor the trend to your taste. Wear it sheer, or let your pout SHOUT. The choice is yours.

To create impact, use contrasting shades and textures. In this look, I paired an earthy eye with a loud lip, and used a range of finishes from matte to metallic. (more…)

Bright is the new black!

Saturday, July 30th, 2011

In the latest fashion shows, bright-lipped models controlled the catwalk.

For an easy take on the trend, pair a bright lipstick with a slick of black eyeliner.

Before Bright is the new black!

Nars Lipstick in Funny Face Bright is the new black!

For step-by-step instructions on how to achieve this look, watch the video tutorial below.

Do you find eyeliner application a nightmare? Try a cream or gel formulation; they are easy to apply and are far more forgiving than their liquid counterparts. (more…)

Hot orange is this season’s standout shade, so get it on!

Friday, June 3rd, 2011

The most exciting micro-trend this season is orange. It was all over the recent runway shows and, believe it or not, it suits most skin tones. It’s up to you how you wear it – lids, lips or fingertips!

I love a solid block of orange eyeshadow worked against a dewy complexion (see the images and video tutorial below).

Rock on in orange. The bolder and brighter the better!

Before makeup Hot orange is this seasons standout shade, so get it on!

Bright eyes Hot orange is this seasons standout shade, so get it on!

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Play up your eyes with pretty pastels!

Wednesday, April 27th, 2011

Before Play up your eyes with pretty pastels!

Simple makeup11 Play up your eyes with pretty pastels!

Bored with brown? Paint your peepers in pastel hues! Purple is my pick. Soft shades of lilac are always in season and they make most eye colors pop! (more…)

A strong brow is very now!

Wednesday, March 30th, 2011

Brow trio A strong brow is very now!

Brows are back … bigger, better and bolder than ever before.

To channel the catwalk cue, team defined eyebrows with a clean face.

Prada inspired power brow A strong brow is very now!

Beauty breakdown …

Begin by pairing a porcelain complexion with a sweep of soft-brown eyeshadow and minimal mascara. To let the brows play the lead role, darken them slightly and focus on their shape and structure. To finish, add a feminine touch of pink to the cheek and lip.

To me, this look symbolizes natural, understated beauty at its best.

For step-by-step instructions on how to recreate this makeup trend, watch the video tutorial below:

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