Rhinestone Application Tips!

Rhinestones are not only worn in your favorite cosmetic jewelry it is sometimes worn on the face. This not a look that is for daily wear but for a statement. You could implement this on a photo shoot or on a music video where you want to achieve a certain effect. To achieve this kind of look it is best to use your eyelash glue to adhere the stones to the face. One of the most durable glues Duo eyelash glue which is surgical grade works well to keep the stones in place. Another helpful tool is the rhinestone picker tool.

This rhinestone picker tool helps to pick up the stones easily and allow for perfect placement on the face. Sometimes those stones can be quite tiny which makes it quite handy. You can get this tool at your local craft store.


after the break see a picture of how JLo utilized rhinestones in one of her videos.

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Universal Blush!

The Nars Taos blush retailing for $27 bucks at your local Sephora or Ulta has been voted by Essence Magazine as the most universal blush that works for women of color. After testing the shade on a wide array of skin tones they concluded that Nars blush in "Taos" flattered the women the best.


after the break check out the results

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The Brow Bone!

The brow bone is located right below your eyebrows and it is the place where you apply the right  neutral tone to make your brows pop. Sometimes we get confused at what colors should be used whether they should be matte or shimmery on the brow bone. Today we will clear the confusion about what is best for the brow bone area.
The trick to applying eyeshadow is to remember that you want to make the crease recede and the brow bone stand out. Most times it is recommended to use a soft neutral matte color for the brow bone. If you are an artist who works on commercial projects you know that shimmer on the brow bone is not acceptable as it is read by the camera as specs of light. 


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Make-Up Atelier Paris !

Check out this Fab tutorial to rev up your engines for Fall!!!

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Streaky Tan Solutions !

As the months get cooler many of us turn to spray tanning to keep that Summer glow in the cooler months. Spray tanning especially if you are a do it yourself kind of girl can be tricky especially if you messed your application which resulted in you looking streaky.
So if you experienced zebra like outcomes with your tan here are a couple of tips that might save the day.


Tip1. To remove streaks
A great way to remove streaks is to  use a lemon wedge or a cotton ball soaked in hydrogen peroxide, and gently rub into your skin. 


Tip 2. Cover them Up
Use a liquid compact foundation that is a bit on the heavier side that will give you more coverage. Use a brush and apply it and it should even out your face and eliminate the streaky look. Tweet

Makeup Troubleshooting!

We all have times when we run into problems when applying makeup, either we were a bit heavy handed or went way overboard. Here are a few troubleshooting tips to help you.
Problem: Foundation is too thick.
Solution :  Use a clean makeup sponge that is slightly damp and work your way using downward movements to take off any excess foundation.


Problem : Too much blush!
Solution : Take a clean brush or sponge dipped in loose translucent powder and slowly go over the blush area. This should reduce the pigment of the color as you work the powder over the blush.


Problem: Need to remove red lipstick without the mess!
Solution : Dip a cotton ball into your makeup remover and dab it across your mouth to remove it fast.


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Keeping your Lashes Clean!

A great pair of lashes when applied can transform any face, I believe lashes are a secret weapon that puts a little more umph in our stride. Have you ever came across a favorite pair that cost an arm and a leg but it was worth it, however you know the minute you wear put those babies on you know their next destination is in the garbage.  To get more mileage out of our lashes, you can clean them by using 91% rubbing alcohol.
After removing your lashes place them in a small container of alcohol or eye makeup remover which will help to soak of the mascara and the glue. Then after taking off the remnants of the old lash glue place them back in their original packaging.By placing them in the tray it helps the lashes to retain their shape which is very important. Isn't great we can get more bang for our buck by just doing a little cleaning!

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Easy Clay Mask!

After spending the weekend shooting" how to" videos on facial masks I decided to try out the clay mask recipe to see how it really felt. I must say after mixing in the clay with the apple cider and applying it to my face. it went on cool and then it started to tighten and it felt as if something was pulling on  my skin. This is a normal when using clay masks as it deep cleans the pores.
After leaving it on for 10 minutes I rinsed with warm water which revealed soft and glowing skin. If you are interested here's what you need to have your own clay experience.

This Indian Healing Clay mask which retails for $8.99 for a 1lb at your local health food store works wonders.

This clay facial recipe is quick to whip up, all you have to do is mix equal parts of the clay with the cider vinegar or water and apply it to your face . You can leave it on for 10 -15 minutes then rinse well with warm water. Isn't great that we can have spa recreate spa quality masks at home! 

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Creating the Balance

Creating the right kind of balance with our makeup looks sometimes can prove quite confusing. Should the look focus on the eye, the lips or both. We don't want to look overdone but just right. For the dark eye and dark lips the key is to not try to go over the top with either one of them. Even though we are used to doing either a strong eye with a nude lip, this season we see both features being accentuated at the same time.


check out this great tutorial ...

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Tips for Oily Lids!

Having glossy lids are great if that is the startement look you are going after. It is not so wonderful when you have applied your shadows only to find that a few hours later your liner has creased and your shadow is all messed up. I came up with some helpful tips that might help you with your oily problem. Here are some suggestions .


1. Prime your lids - Priming your lids with a good eye shadow primer before applying your shadows allows for longer wear and more intense looking shadows. If you are not up for using a primer you can also use your concealer which works as a great base because it is a little more dense than your foundation.


2.Powder after eye lining - After using your pencil liner to create definition to our eyes always remember to set the liner with eye shadow preferably of the same color family. This prevents the wax from melting and creasing on your lids . The powder keeps the liner in place as it acts as a setting agent.


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