Monday, March 5, 2007

Change your makeup style!

Let's face it, after a while of looking exactly the same way- you need a change! Every season the hot looks change anyway. This means you should change with the seasons!

Now we aren't talking about going and getting a whole new wardrobe, who's got the time OR money for that? I know I don't!

The best way to change your look is simple: YOUR MAKEUP! Here are some tips and trick's I've learned through the years.

1) Trying something new: If you have always worn the same colors, it would be your best bet to try some new colors. You might be surprised at what looks good on you and your skintone. You can try without buying by going to cosmetic stores and having them sample their makeup on you. I have found that other people pick out colors that compliment you better than yourself sometimes! This just proves the whole "you are your hardest critic" thing!

2) The overall look: This is the main "look" you are going for. Ask yourself, overall, what do I want to look like? For example- Maybe you are getting ready for a halloween party and you need to look like Cleopatra. This look would need to be simple, but sexy. We all know that Cleopatra had that amazing cateye eyeliner going on, which is such an easy thing to do!You want to make sure that once you are finished applying the makeup, that it all blends together well to complete this look. (For help with your overall look, check out this kit: The Collection)

3) Color: The easiest way to brighten(or not brighten) the overall look is by the use of color. You can play it safe with natural colors close to your skintone for a "less is more" look, or you could go for a sexy siren look with red lipstick and dark eyeshadow. Any of you could pull these looks off, as long as you know what looks good on YOU.

4) Foundation: This is very important to the overall look with your makeup. As we age, the skin gets spots and uneven tones. This can be taken care of with foundation. The key step to applying foundation and not looking "cakey" is EXFOLIATION, and MOISTURIZATION. You want to make sure that before applying foundation or any other makeup, that you exfoliate using a gentle face scrub, and follow-up with moisturizer. Then it is time to apply the foundation. It is best to apply in the most natural light setting as possible. Because of the harshness of flourescent lights, you may apply too much than actually needed. So if possible, get a soft natural light where you apply your makeup, or even get a mirror and apply near a window. This makes a HUGE difference on the outcome of your overall look.(For an excellent concealer/foundation, check this out: Tone Correcting Concealer - Tone 1)

5) Mascara: If you do nothing more than apply a good mascara, you can look AMAZING. This is one of the most important steps above anything else when applying makeup. If you want to feel pretty and girly, this is the one thing that will do it! Your eyelashes really frame the eyes, and with definition of your eyelashes, it really opens your eye area and brightens your face and look. Try this product for help with the eyes: Expert Eyes Kit)

6) Lip Gloss: Finding a good lipgloss can be your savior in those "I have no time for makeup" days. With a dab of gloss and a stroke or two of mascara, you can be looking and feeling like the prettiest woman around!(This is an amazing lip gloss I've found, for only $1!!:Hypershine Gloss - Joy)

7) It's not always girls who need to change: Men are not exactly ones to care too much about their looks, generally. Yes there are some out there who care MORE than girls, but that's a different day! Most men get into a rut just like women of what to do with their hair, skin, and other problems related to looking nice. Men just need a few easy tips! If you are, or know a man looking to spice up or change his looks, check out this great website:Click Here!

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