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6 Valentine’s Day Makeup Tips

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Wednesday, February 1st, 2012

Valentine’s Day Makeup Tips

Many women find that on Valentine’s Day they enjoy disregarding their normal makeup routine in lieu of a more romantic look for this special day. Although the emotion of romance is responsible for putting a twinkle in a person’s eye and a glow in her cheeks, these traits can be enhanced using the following make-up tips:

Soft and Romantic
Those who wish to create a romantic, soft look for Valentine’s Day will find that light pink, apricot, or soft berry are the perfect shades for lips and cheeks, while yellow, beige, or even blue are ideal eyeshadow colors. For example, one can choose a beige shadow on the base of the lid, a subtle shade of blue for the crease, and a pale yellow on brow bone. When these eye colors are combined with apricot blush and soft matte pink lipstick the look is warm, romantic and inviting. The best eyeliner for this combination is brown or soft gray, as black will result in too sharp of a contrast and work against the soft appearance. Similarly, those who wear eyebrow pencil should choose a shade of light brown.

Smouldering and Sexy
Gray and deep pink work best for a sexy, desirable look that will make heads turn. The pink hue should be placed on the lid, with deep gray for the crease and a very pale gray or white shade for the highlight color. Red eyeshadow on the crease is also an option for those who are a bit daring. Deep black eyeliner works best with these combinations, and this should be followed by deepest black mascara. Bright glossy pink lipstick completes this look to perfection, and is a terrific choice for Valentine’s Day.

A Traditional Favorite
Smokey eyes are correct for virtually any occasion throughout the year. This look draws attention to the eyes in a way that cannot be rivaled by other options. Smokey eyes are created with grays, blacks, violets and browns in various combinations. To begin creating this look, a light charcoal shadow should be placed on the lid, beginning at the lash line and continuing upward to the crease. Black or deep matte gray should then be placed in the crease, and highlighted with a shimmery light gray or white shadow on the brow bone. As alternatives, one can create this look with dark green and gray, purple and silver, or chocolate and light pink. With this look, charcoal or black eyeliner and mascara is best, and lip color should be pale beige or frosty pink to complement, rather than detract from the smoldering eyes. For added glamour, lashes can be enhanced with an eyelash curler.

The Best Colors for Perfect Cheeks
It is important to choose colors wisely when selecting blush, as the hue chosen for one’s cheeks plays a bigger role than she may think in the overall result of the makeover. When selecting a blush for Valentine’s Day, it is wise to think rosy and light, but not overly dramatic unless one is planning a candlelight dinner. Neutral beige and soft pink are great choices, as are all shades of apricot as these hues impart a light, fresh and romantic look.

Essential Tips for Wearing Red Lipstick
Whichever look one chooses for Valentine’s Day, it will almost certainly benefit from a splash of red. Red lipstick is a timeless favorite that never goes out of style, and shades can be found to blend with all skin tones. Selecting the appropriate shade of red for lips is not difficult when one understands skin tones. Fair skin tones should be matched with shades of red that feature blue undertones. For medium skin tones, a brown based red is the best choice. Dark skin tones are best complemented by deep wine or plum tones. Those who do not care for red lipstick should consider a dark berry shade. This color adds a bit of brightness to virtually any skin tone, and is a fun and romantic shade to wear.

Practice Makes Perfect
Regardless of the which look one finds most appealing, it is a good idea to practice its creation a few days before Valentine’s Day so that one can be sure the techniques and color combinations have been mastered. Some women even try several of the aforementioned looks to determine which one blends most effectively with her hair, eyes and skin tone. Additionally, it is essential to avoid overdoing any particular look, as this will defeat the purpose for which it was selected.

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5 Beauty Fixes After Overindulging On New Years

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Wednesday, December 28th, 2011

Today brings a bit of a preemptive post!

While Christmas morning might be a big event for the kids, New Year’s Eve is usually when the adults go a little wild with holiday celebration. Unfortunately, the late night, usual New Year’s dressings of alcohol, rich food and sometimes too-cramped rooms and houses can make you look tired, puffy and worn out the next morning. A few quick and simple beauty rules can help you look more vibrant and awake (even when you don’t feel especially awake!).

Tip 1: You Know It Will Be a Long Night, Be Prepared

Chances are you’ll probably know if you have plans in advance for any New Year’s celebration. Take advantage of this and plan ahead for the next morning. There’s nothing worse than waking up after a late night and trying to pick out clothing or gather makeup and hair care supplies. If you have all of your morning routine items laid out in advance, you’ll have a few extra moments to apply makeup, enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, and not feel as rushed to get on with your day while trying to hunt down everything you need.

Tip 2: Hydrate Yourself

Long nights can take a toll on your body in more ways than you might realize, especially if you celebrated New Year’s with a few traditional alcoholic beverages. Even though it’s usually consumed in liquid form, alcohol can contribute to dehydration. Combined with fatigue, a possibly smoky environment if there were cigarettes present at the party, and consumption of possibly salty or rich snacks during the evening, chances are your body needs to replenish. Drink water, and moisturize your skin with a good hydrating cream, especially if your skin feels dry or rough.

Tip 3: Pay Close Attention to Your Hair

Just like your skin, your hair might need some special attention the morning after New Year’s. Depending on your hair type and the environment that you spent the evening in, your hair may be dull, lank or oily the morning after, which can add to a and disheveled appearance. Take the extra time to shampoo it using a good shampoo formulated to your hair type, and condition it thoroughly.

Tip 4: The Eyes Have It

One mistake many women make after New Year’s eve parties is trying to conceal eye bags and puffiness with heavy eyeliner. While it seems like this would draw more attention to the eyes themselves and help overshadow any puffiness, it will do exactly the opposite in practice. Less is more when it comes to eye makeup the morning after the celebrating. Use a cold compress, such as cucumbers or tea bags, on eye puffiness before applying makeup. Avoid dark eyeliner and eye shadow; instead, use only some mascara and light, shimmering eye shadow on upper lids.

Tip 5: Use Less Makeup

Your skin may need a day or two to recover, so avoid heavy makeup or blush that might accentuate wrinkles, lines or skin dryness. Caking on the makeup is one of the worst ways to try to conceal fatigue after New Year’s celebrations or other long nights out, since the makeup will gather in crevices and can further dry out skin. Use a light powder to take the shine from your nose, and use concealer sparingly.

Take it easy this New Year’s Eve everyone! Have fun, but be safe!

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7 Fun and Festive Holiday Makeover Tips

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Thursday, December 15th, 2011

Fun and Festive Holiday Looks

Holiday makeovers can not only give you an extra opportunity to get into the holiday spirit, these makeovers often work wonders to lift your spirits. Looking your best during the holidays is important because this is a time when many people are very socially active and are attending dinner parties, concerts, and holiday gatherings. Try out some of the holiday makeover tips listed below and get into the festivities of the merry holiday season by changing your hair and makeup.

7 Ways to Makeover Yourself for the Holidays

1. Try out warmer shades of foundation and loose cosmetic powder for the cold months of the year. If you want to make coverage for your face quick and easy, mineral powders in warm tones provide a natural-appearing flush to your face while offering quick and easy application. Use a light hand on foundations so the rest of your makeup will stand out and be the center of attention.

2. Golds and silvers are popular decorative colors for the holidays and this also applies to makeup. Get festive and creative and use various shades of light but brilliant golds as lip gloss. Complement this look with metallic silvers and golds over the eyes for a look that stands out from the crowd.

3. Bold, dark green eyeliners work wonders on all shades of eyes. Whether your eyes are hazel, dark brown, green, or blue, dark green eyeliner applied evenly over the top and bottom of the eye will grab attention from anyone near you.

4. Know when to be dramatic and know when to use a light hand with your makeup. If you are out shopping for the day or having lunch, apply light amounts of makeup. This will be just enough to enhance your natural beautiful features. However, if you are going out for a romantic dinner in a dimly lit restaurant, let your makeup match the mood of the evening. This type of night calls for more dramatic and bold application of eye makeup and lipstick application. Use bolder shades which will result in a dramatic and striking appearance.

5. Wear your hair loose and wavy as it fits the theme of heavy winds blowing and the gustiness of cold weather conditions. Light amounts of glitter matching the shade of your hair will can be lightly applied to the ends of long and beautiful trends. If your hair is short and spiky, let it fall into a natural curl and frame your face for a soft winter look. For a more dramatic appearance for your hair, braid in metallic gold thread into small braids randomly streaked throughout your hair.

6. Red lipstick and bracelets stand out in a crowd. Over accessorize during the holidays when it comes to bracelets. Long, silver, red, and gold bracelets can create a festive look and can be complemented by bright, red lipstick shades. Complete this look with red nail polish trimmed in gold at the tip of the nails.

7. To bring your entire look together, don’t forget about taking care of your skin throughout the holiday season. Cold climates can be rough on skin, so don’t forget to keep your face cleaned daily and be liberal with facial creams to protect the suppleness of your skin.

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