Goodbye to Dame Elizabeth Taylor !!

Dame Elizabeth Taylor, a voluptuous violet-eyed actress who lived a life of luster and anguish and spent more than six decades as one of the world's most visible women for her two Academy Awards, eight marriages, ravaging illnesses and work in AIDS philanthropy, died Wednesday at age 79.

Rest In Peace !!

EYES SHAPE & MAKE-UP

Make-up is a perfect invention as it helps to hide imperfections easily and create an image much more attractive than in reality.

It is not much difficult to learn to use optical illusion to your own advantage. Here I will tell you how to improve your eye shape and make your eyes look more beautiful and sexy with the help of shadows, mascara and eyeliner.

Before we begin talking about different eye shapes I want to tell you some little make-up secrets that can be helpful for you in creating a perfect look of yours.

Here they are:

Shadows of dark tones make your eyes visually smaller, deep set, whilst light tints, on the contrary, make them appear bigger. If you want to create the effect of big, attractive eyes, prefer light eyeshadows. Eyeshadows should be applied after an eye pencil or any other kind of eyeliner: this will make your look softer and dreamy. For a more dramatic look, apply eyeliner after the application of eye-shadows.

Don’t forget to curl your eyelashes, and then cover them with a layer of mascara. Avoid lining the inner edge of the lower eyelashes, as it can make your eyes visually smaller.

Wide Set Eyes

You can visually reduce the distance between your eyes. Start at outer corner of eye with medium tint shadow, angling slightly upward. Apply shadow color on entire eyelid as far as crease, blending outward. Spread medium-light toned shadow to brow bone and blend to center of the lid. Apply darker color in the inner corner of the eyelid, going softly along side of bridge of nose into fullest area of brow.

Put darker color from inner corner to the center of your eyelid, blending into medium shade that started from the outer corner. The lightest shade should be concentrated in the center under the brow.

Stay away of adding the lightest shade to outer edges under brow, which would pull your eye outward.

Line eyes completely – top and bottom – from inner to outer corners. Apply mascara. Brush lashes straight up. To make the eyes appear closer together, use mascara generously, on both upper and lower lashes.

Close Set Eyes

Close set eyes are those which are narrower than one eye width.

To correct that with the help of an eyeliner draw a very thin line along the upper eyelashes so that it becomes thicker near the outer corner of your eyes or you may start lining a quarter of the way out from the inner eye corner.

Smudge lines

Put a very thin layer of light eye-shadows from the inner corner of your eyes to the middle of your eyelid. After that apply shadows of darker hues starting from the middle of your eyelid to the outer corner. Blend the colors in the middle of the lids. Mascara both upper and lower lashes but use more mascara on the outer corners.

Deep Set Eyes

If you have deep set eyes, opt for light and nacreous colors of eyeshadows that will help you to make your eyes appear visually bigger. Apply light eyeshadows on the eyelid from the inner corner of your eye slightly angling upward and a bit further.

Apply light colors in the middle of the lid, and darker colors – on and just above the socket line. Blend the darker shade softly up and out.

And put the lightest shade under brow. Remember, dark colors on brow bone will make deep set eyes look even deeper. Avoid using eyeliner on top lids, which will sink eyes further back. But line lower lid under lashes on outer one-third. Then smudge pencil line to just a shadow to minimize heaviness of top brow.

Hooded Eyes

These eyes are set so that natural crease in the eyelid is not readily seen. To make such eyes look more expressive apply a medium to dark shadow on the crease and hooded area.

Then sweep a lighter shadow on the brow bone and on the inside corner of the eye. Draw a very thin line along the top lash line (to keep the eye looking open) and smudge it with a cotton swab.

Apply dense black mascara to upper lashes only.

Asian Eyes

These eyes have a distinctive lift at the corner and have very little lid. To create a better look, apply light eyeshadows on your eyelids. Use an eyeliner to make a thick smoky line along upper eyelashes (the line should be thick enough to be seen well when your eyes are open).

Draw a thinner line under the lower eyelashes. To make your eyes look visually wider put brown eyeshadow on your eyebrows or apply a brown pencil. Cover your eyelashes with two or three layers of dense mascara.

Small Eyes

They are proportionately smaller in comparison to the rest of the facial features.

To enhance small eyes

apply a medium-toned shadow (such as soft grey or blue) to the crease and lighter shadow on the eyelids. Then use a soft-colored liner both on the top and bottom lash lines, extending the top line across the entire lash line. Apply black mascara on upper lashes.

Prominent eyes

These eyes tend to dominate the facial features. The eyelids are too large.

Your best decision is – medium to deep shades of shadow on the lids as they help to minimize the appearance of your lids. Liner when applied to the lash bases from corner to corner gives prominent eyes a smoldering and mysterious look. Finish with a coat of black mascara on both upper and lower lashes.

For Girls Wearing Glasses

If you wear glasses your make-up should depend on the color of the frame. If the frame is bright, you don’t have to add color with eyeshadows.

Pay attention to your eyelashes and put the accent on them. Opt for a black mascara.

To give your eyelashes more volume and make them fluffy, use a dense mascara and apply it from the roots to the tips. Besides, you should correct your brow line as it will be seen before people see your eyes.

Best Bridal Makeup Tips

The big day will soon arrive. Every woman dreams of being a beautiful bride. Sop choosing the right makeup is crucial. A bride needs to have that fresh look and keep it that way through the day. You can either do the makeup yourself or have a beautician do it for you. There are some handy points to note whatever you decide on.

Have a rehearsal of your wedding makeup. Get pictures that you liked from magazines. Show the beautician a picture of your wedding dress. This will give her insight into your theme. Get the right shade of lipstick. You can also know whether it will last all evening. Waterproof mascara is preferred since most brides shed tears of joy.

The foundation should be of the color to match your skin tone. Lighten under eye circles by applying a concealer before the foundation. The foundation and concealer should blend. To allow it to be retained all day, press into your skin a tissue. Than apply a compact. It removes extra oil from the face. 

Apply your blush next. Apply with a brush on the apple of your cheek and taking it up to the temples. Set it with a makeup sponge and blend. Now do your lips. Powder them first to allow it to last all day long.

Then apply the lip pencil, after which fill in with lipstick, blot, powder and apply again. This way the effect lasts longer. Excess wax from the lipstick is thus removed and it will not bleed. 

Brush and color the eyebrows with a shade lighter than your eyebrow hairs. Brush again for a natural look. Use eyeliner and gently line the upper eye starting from the middle. Then line the eye with your mascara. If applying false eyelashes, singles are the best. Make sure everything is blended well.

Theses tips will help to make a beautiful ‘you’ on that special day of your life.

How to Apply Eye Shadow for Asian Eyes

Asian eyes are one of my favourite shapes to apply eye shadows on. Often times, my Asian customers would apologize for having "difficult" eyes to work with. No need to apologize - Asian eyes are a beautiful shape and with the right techniques you can enhance your eyes any way you want to. Lets begin shall we!

1. Tools: You'll need the proper brushes to enhance your beautiful eye shape. I recommend a slanted liner brush like MAC's #266, shading brush to apply colour like MAC's #217, a smudging brush like MAC's #219 and a brush for blending (very important!) like MAC's #224.

2. Prepping: Before applying any type of make-up you must prep your skin with a base. Use an eye cream that de-puffs and minimizes the appearance of dark circles and fine lines. Next prep your eye lid with translucent powder and an eye primer like MAC's Prep + Prime Eye. Priming your lids with a primer will help your shadow blend easily and will prevent fading and creasing.

3. Colours: Some Asian women are golden with yellow undertones and other Asian women are fair-skinned with pink undertones. Either can get away with wearing most colours under the rainbow especially since most have dark hair. For day time choose colours that are neutral like champagnes, taupes, and chocolate browns. If you have a pinker undertone stay away from anything with a pink or reddy base. Opt for more yellow based browns and beige tones. If your skin tone is more golden or yellow, stay away from colours that are too yellow based. For example, yellow golds or greens can make your skin look washed out and sallow. If you do wear these be sure to off-set it with something more cool based like a darker version of the colour or a dark liner.

If you like a little more colour for the day try soft sheer pinks and plum shades - nothing too candy coloured because it can look too garish under office lighting. If you can't part with your green eye shadow this spring/summer (green is a hot colour for this season!), try a khaki-green shade that has a sheer satin or matte finish, nothing too metallic or shimmery. Instead of applying it all over the eye, apply it as a liner instead by dampening your angled brush with a bit of water and mixing with the powder. If you're one of those girls that loves to smoke out her eyes 24/7, opt for a charcoal or slate grey rather than black as it can be too overdone for the office or daytime.

Don't be afraid to bump it up for night time. Have fun mixing different textures together like matte colours with glittery eyeliner or metallic shadows with a liquid liner. I love bright emerald greens, royal purples, turquoise, seafoam, and copper on Asian skin tones. If you're daring, candy hot pinks and tangerine oranges are also beautiful when applied properly.



Technique:
Daytime: Start off by dusting the lid (from lash line to brow bone) with a champagne or beige tone. To give the eye more dimension, choose a neutral tone 2 or 3 shades darker than your base ( I like MAC's Charcoal Brown, Satin Taupe, or Wedge) for your crease. Using your shading brush you're going to apply the colour starting from the inner crease and working your way to the outer crease similar to the pictures on the left. Because you're creating the illusion of a crease you want to make sure you use your blending brush to blend out any harsh edges. Just run your brush back and forth across your crease until the colour looks soft and almost appears airbrushed. I've seen some Asian women who purposely draw a straight line as a crease which ends up looking unnatural.



Next line your eyes with a deep chocolate brown or soft black in a waterproof pencil or gel liner (MAC's Fluidline in Blacktrack and Dip Down are awesome). Some Asian women's lids extend all the way down to their lashline and the liner on top is usually not visible. If this is the case with you, skip liner on the top and apply liner on the bottom lash line with your angled brush. Soften the liner with your smudging brush. I sometimes find that not lining the bottom lash line can make the eyes disappear and lining them actually gives more definition. If your lid doesn't extend into your lash line, line just the top lash line from inner to outer corner for a polished finish. Match with a neutral brush like MAC's Cubic or Prism and sheer lipstick or gloss in a dusty rose or a pinky beige like Nars' Stolen Kisses lip gloss (caramel pink) or Dolce Vita lipstick (sheer dusty rose).



Nighttime:
Smoldering: Go for a sultry eye using chocolate bronzes, charcoal blacks, metallic emeralds, eggplant purples and deep navy. To give the eye an extra smoky effect, I like to line the lash with a khol pencil like MAC's Eye Khol in Teddy, Smolder, Prunella, Tarnish, or Blooz and smudge it up into the crease area. I then apply a shadow in the same colour over top of the liner and blend it into the crease. It may look messy at first but do not fear because your blending brush is here! Work your blending brush back and forth until the edges are blurred or softened. Line the bottom lash line with the khol pencil and smudge. Apply the same colour shadow over top. Accentuate the brow bone with a light shimmery shade. Curl lashes and add lots of mascara - if you're a pro add some falsies to the outer edge of your lash. Brush on some bronzer or soft peach blush onto the hollows of the cheeks (if you have round cheeks like me avoid applying blush right on the apples - it just accentuates the roundness even more). Swipe on a peachy nude or pale pink gloss.



Classic but Modern: I LOVE this look. It's a softer and flirtier version of the classic look: soft eyes, black liner, defined brows, subtle rouge on the cheeks and a red pout. On the eyes, go for shimmery shades in pale golds or silver like MAC's Eye Paint in Base Gold or Nars' Single Eyeshadow in Bombshell. Apply on the top and bottom. For depth, add a soft brown or taupe in the outer crease. Line the eyes with a liquid liner like MAC's LiquidLast Liner in Point Black. If you prefer something softer smudge a black shadow into your lash line. Most Asian women have next to nothing lashes. If you're going to do this look I would go all the way and apply fake lashes. Fill in your brows and make sure they are well defined. To learn how to apply falsies read my older post: Make-up 101: Creating the Perfect Smoky Eye. Apply a soft pink blush on the cheeks like MAC's Pink Swoon for fairer skin or Dame for darker skin. What makes this look more updated is the undefined glossy red lips. Fill in your lips with a red shade like Nars' Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Cruella for fair skin and Forbidden Red for golden undertones. Soften with your fingers and apply a shiny gloss like MAC's Lip Gelee in Dewy Jube over top.



Colourful and Fun: If you like to have fun with your make-up try colours in bright turquoise shades mixed with violets, or emerald greens with bright golds, or red coppers with citrusy oranges (I like MAC's Parfait Amour, Tilt, Steamy, Humid, Juxt, Amber Lights, Bronze, Mulch, Paradisco, Coppering, and Goldmine). If you're going to use a lot of bright shades on the eye, keep the lips muted. Don't be afraid to try glitter either (just don't over do it - you don't want to look like a walking disco ball). If you're new to wearing colour don't think you have to apply every bright colour under the sun all at once (like the picture on the left). The formulations these days are more sheer than the 70's and 80's (thank god). Swipe on a shimmery green shadow, some liner, mascara, and gloss and you're set for the night. If you really aren't comfortable with colour on your lids, line the eyes with a metallic or glitter pencil in turquoise instead. It'll be edgy but still you.

That completes our lesson! This is only a guide line so figure out what really works for you. Whatever you do, remember to have FUN! Don't be discouraged if you don't get it perfect the first time around - practice makes perfect. Work with your eye shape. It can be frustrating and confusing trying to figure out what your skin's undertones are, but don't hesitate to ask a make-up artist for help. If there is a particular look you like in a magazine, practice copying it until you perfect it. Be proud of your unique eye shape and let those eyes shine!

If this was helpful, please let me know. If you still have questions or are confused, feel free to leave a comment and I will answer them right away. Thanks!

• ASIAN - AFRO • ( Master Class ) / ENERO 11 - 2010

El maquillaje es un arte lleno de color, luces, sombras y grafismos que emplea al cuerpo humano como lienzo.

Las características de este vivo tapiz sobre el que vamos a plasmar nuestro trabajo condicionará nuestro maquillaje y el resultado final del mismo.

En este sentido, debemos tener en cuenta que no se seguirán las mismas técnicas a la hora de maquillar una piel caucásica que al trabajar sobre pieles negras o asiáticas.
...
Cada tipo de piel necesitará seguir unas pautas básicas que si se cumplen minuciosamente nos llevarán hasta una maquillaje de éxito ( el tipo de base exacto , la forma ideal de ojos y la paleta de colores adecuada )

Es por eso que he elaborado esta MASTER CLASS ( 6:30pm - 8.30pm )

Dirigido a maquilladores(as) profesionales como siempre, aficionados(as) e incluso chicas con los razgos ya mencionados para conocimientos de automaquillaje.

En el que aprenderas lo que debemos tener en cuenta antes durante y despues de la aplicación y técnicas de maquillaje para ambas pieles y razgos etnicos teniendo en cuenta lo sgte :

ASIAN

- en el caso de las mujeres asiáticas es importante ser prudentes en la elección de los colores, ya que su cutis se caracteriza por esa tonalidad amarilla

- los tonos grises, los degradados en castaño e incluso, el verde bronce en determinados cutis, realzarán los característicos ojos asiáticos

AFRO

- para las pieles negras las bases de maquillaje tienen que ser lo más mates posible, y más aterciopelados que satinados

- los labios de las mujeres de color suelen ser bastante gruesos por lo que se recomienda hacer el trazo en el interior de los mismos para disminuirlos ligeramente

y mas tips para cada razgo !!


El objetivo: proporcionarte el conocimiento necesario para el manejo de los productos y herramientas que utilizados con criterio contribuirán a mejorar tus habilidades como make-up artist o aprender a maquillarte adecuadamente como tal.

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Sultry Bohemian Make-up Tips ( Spanish )

Bohemian Makeup Looks

El look Boho del momento es cargado de plumas y trenzas deflecadas, accesorios inspirados en los antiguos pobladores de nuestro continente , desgarbados jeans de pierna ancha . . . La pregunta es : Como crear un ambiente bohemio con el maquillaje?  
Sigue estos consejos de belleza. . .

Las chicas bohemias son todos super independientes - en este caso, lo que significa la libertad de planchas y productos pegajoso de cabello. El estilo de tu cabello puede ser una ocurrencia tardía. Sólo tienes que lavar y dejar secar al aire, luego girar a algunas secciones de ancho centímetro de pelo en acentuadas trenzas alrededor de la cara. Atalos con cintas o decoralas con flores de los 70's, una vincha talvez, llevado al estilo indio alrededor de la frente también se ve elegante. Lindsay Lohan, Rachel Bilson y Mischa Barton a menudo tienen este look Hollywood Boho

Intentemos esta paleta de colores totalmente bohemio para la noche. Pensemos en los colores neutros, marrones y caramelos. Si quieres color o un signo de el ?? dibuja con lápiz de ojos de algun tono favorito y coloca justo debajo del ojo o puntos de color/luz en la comisura y todo en conjunto sera verdaderamente memorable, al igual que las pestañas oscilantes y aplicadas en gran medida a la parte inferior del ojo - un guiño al icono de la moda modelo Marisa Berenson.

En cuanto a la línea y sombra, haz que los ojos luzcan grandes, tiernos y a la vez bohemios al aplicar el delineado de las esquinas exteriores solamente, 

Acentuando las esquinas interiores con sombra iluminadora. Delineamos el borde interno de las pestañas inferiores con un lápiz de tono carne o blancotambién se puede crear la ilusión de ojos más grandes.

Citrus Makeup Color Trends 2010 - 2011 ( spanish )

Tonos y matices vibrantes haran lucir tu maquillaje totalmente dentro de temporada y aun mas para el verano. Pigmentos naranjas, limones, melocotones de neón y amarillos limón puede animar una tez pálida o dar un bronceado dorado con un toque extra.

Para llevar un look cítrico sin recargar el rostro o las facciones, utiliza como luz (casi blanca) una sombra de color amarillo limón como base en el centro de las cejas o en el hueso de la frente, tambien puedes ponerlo en las esquinas internas de los ojos como un acento de relieve. melocotón de neón es lindo en los párpados y se luce hermoso en los ojos verdes o azules.

El verde lima usalo como un delineador alternativo (ya sea en la parte superior del de color negro o por el borde exterior del otro delineado) le dará a los ojos de un toque modernisimo.

 

Empareja este color con un ojo ahumado tradicional y labios de melocotón. Brillantes labios mandarina en capas con brillo de oro. Puedes dejar un efecto de grosor a tu labio inferior mediante la aplicación de una toque de sombra de ojos dorada para el centro del labio inferior, con la yema del dedo.

Sexy Lipstick Trend 2010 ( spanish )

Los labiales mas sexy del 2010

Las barras de labios más sexy del año son los tonos mas naturales, osea, a un tono más claro que tu color natural de labios con un toque de oro rosa que le dará a todo tu rostro un encanto de diosa de Venus. Para una exuberante look, puedes agregar un toque de brillo dorado en el centro de tu labio inferior. Y se veran tan apetecibles como jugosos, jugo de fruta prohibida!

Para obtener el verdadero tono de labios desnudos teniendo labios medio oscuros, deberas bajar el tono del color natural de tus labios con un toque de base líquida o corrector con el dedo ( mantener los labios hidratados de esta manera no luciran secos ni agrietados ). Aplicamos lápiz labial con una brocha para labios ya que te brinda una aplicación de mayor precisión y esto también le otorgara la capa del color sin alterar la capa de la correccion que acabamos de aplicar. Por supuesto, que no lo pensaras dos veces antes de emplear este truco antes de una cita, ya que muchas veces hace maravillas ante un posible primer beso.

Complementa tu look de los labios de nuevo desnuda con bronceador en polvo con matices de luz y color marrón o dorado. Presto! una especie super sexy de un beso de sol, sin esfuerzo y simple !! Para un look mas IMPACTANTE tal vez risos hidratados o una cola de lado .

Spring Makeup Trends 2010 ( spanish )

La primavera ya esta aki y por supuesto! tambien algunos consejos de belleza para verse bien y coqueta con el mínimo esfuerzo . . .

Maquillaje De Temporada

Rojos vibrantes, corales y rosas suaves y brillantes daran la ilusión que nuestros labios acaban de beber algun jugo o alguna fruta fresca, los productos para labios contienen SPF15 en su mayoria. Usar blush en las manzanitas de las mejillas te brind un look colorado y super juvenil, un blush creme te durara mucho mas, sin mencionar que hidratación y fijación son un sueño para las pieles secas a mixtas en esta temporada.

Rostro Primaveral

En la cocina podras encontrar tu salvacion para relajarte y lucir hermosa. Tus limpiadoras en crema o emulsionadoras deberan mantenerse dentro del refrigerador durante las mañanas encontraras una sensación de frío que se siente increíble. Yogurt helado tambien puede ser utilizado como una máscara para restablecer el equilibrio del pH de la piel y calmar irritaciones de los agresores externos como el sol y el viento. Añade ¼ de cucharada de miel a una cucharada de yogur natural y tendras una suavidad e hidratación extra.

Cabello De Temporada

La secadora no es para todos,en definitiva y menos a las mujeres con el pelo encrespado, asi que trata por buscar un secador de pelo iónico ( seca mas rapido y no daña el cabello ) y usa el aire frío siempre que sea posible. Puedes crear mayor volumen, levantando con tus dedos las raíces ya que la humedad hace que el cabello se ponga lacio o flaccido. Seca la parte superior de la cabeza,a tu manera hasta las puntas para mejores resultados ( evitar un sobre-secado ). Una toalla de papel puede hacer maravillas en lugar de una toalla normal para absorber la humedad sin maltratar a la cutícula.

Piel De Ensueño

La piel de porcelana es un deber, pero a veces, la tentación de un bronceado artificial si vives cerca de la playa. Para un brillo que parezca auténtico, opta por un autobronceador gradual hecho para el uso diario. Estos productos contienen loción hidratante, pero tienden a ser un poco grasosos y funcionan mejor en la piel seca, por lo que aplicarlos después del afeitado y exfoliante son mejor.

BEAUTY HOME REMEDIES (spanish)

Haz tu propias mascarillas faciales !!

Pssst! Algunos de los secretos de belleza mejor guardados se encuentran en el refrigerador. Aqui les muestro algunas mascarilla que podemos hacerlas super rapido.

MASCARILLA DE LECHE DE MAGNESIA

Excelente para la piel propensa al acné, la leche de magnesia puede ser aplicada directamente de la botella en la zona "T". Absorbera el exceso de grasa, calma erupciones y el enrojecimiento. Dejalo secar durante unos 5 a 10 minutos y enjuaga con agua tibia, o unta una pequeña cantidad en un poco de algodón y duerme con él como tratamiento durante la noche. Guárdar la leche de magnesia en el refrigerador ayudara a minimizar los poros dilatados despues de usarla helada.

MASCARILLA DE BISMUTOL

Los tipos de piel sensible se beneficiaran con un poco de bismutol, que suaviza la piel al igual que alivia el estómago. Aplíquenla en la cara con un pedazo de algodón y dejenlo que se seque, luego enjuaguen con agua fría para sentir a continuacion la calma y frescura que esta mascarilla proporciona.

MASCARILLA DE MAYONESA

Para una piel calmada, hidratada y fresca al tacto, aplica mayonesa de huevo entero en el rostro, directamente de la jarra. Dejalo reposar durante 20 minutos y enjuaga con agua fría. La mayonesa también funciona como acondicionador de pelo, aunque el olor tiende a aferrarse al pelo ( NUNCA LO USES ANTES DE UNA CITA )

MASCARILLA DE TOMATE

No sólo sirve para ensaladas y salsa bolognesa !!

Para darle firmeza y aclarar la piel grasa, haz una pasta de un tomate maduro y dejalo en el rostro durante 15 a 20 minutos y enjuagate con agua tibia.

MASCARILLA DE PLATANO (BANANA) Y MIEL

Un plátano maduro y miel es todo lo que necesitaras para la firmeza de la piel de tu cara. Amasa la fruta y mezclala con la miel hasta que la combinación sea una pasta suave y luego aplicala en toda la cara. También te puedes poner esta maravilla hazlo-tu-misma en los senos para que se sientan super antes de una gran noche con un vestido revelador.

BEAUTY HOME REMEDIES

Make your own facial mask !!

Pssst! Some of the best kept beauty secrets are found in the fridge.Here are a few of our favorite beauty home remedies that you can whip up in a pinch.

MILK OF MAGNESIA MASK

Great for acne prone skin, milk of magnesia can be applied straight from the bottle to the T-zone . It soaks up excess oil and sooth breakouts and redness . Let it dry for about 5 to 10 minutes and rinse with warm water, or dab a small amount on a cotton ball and sleep in it for an overnight treatment. Keep it in the fridge for a cooling treat.

PEPTO BISMOL MASK

Sensitive skin types will benefit from a bit of Pepto Bismol, which soothes the skin just like it soothes the stomach. Apply it to your face with a cotton pad and let it dry , then rinse with cool water to feel calm and refreshed. 

MAYONNAISE MASK

For soothed, moisturized sking tha feels supple and cool to the touch, apply whole egg mayonnaise on your face,straight from the jar. Let it sit for 20 minutes and rinse with cold water. Mayonnaise also works as hair conditioner, although the smell tends to cling to the hair ( NEVER USE BEFORE A DATE )

TOMATO MASK

Not just for salad and spaghetti sauce !!

To tighten and brighten oily skin , mash up a ripe tomato and leave it on your face for 15 to 20 minutes and rinse with warm water.

BANANA & HONEY MASK 

A ripe banana and some honey is all you need to firm up your face. Mash up the fruit and mix honey until the combination becomes a soft pulp, then apply it all over the face. You can also put this make-it-yourself on your breasts to make them feel perkier before a big night out in a revealing dress.

Spring Makeup Trends 2010

Go on, get sprung for spring in these pretty makeup trends

Spring is sprung already and of course! here are a few beauty tips for looking cool and kittenish with minimal effort.

Spring Makeup

Vibrant reds, corals and pinks that are sheer or glossy give the illusion you’ve been hanging out at the farmers’ market sampling juicy, fresh-picked produce. Dress them up with a bit of blush applied to the apples of the cheeks for a flushed look that’s of-the-moment, then melt-proof both by blotting so there’s not as much to slide off in the warm weather.

Spring Skin

Look to your kitchen to help you chill out and look gorgeous. Toners and milky cleansers should be kept inside your fridge for a quick morning pick-me-up—the cooling sensation feels amazing. Chilled yogurt can be used as a mask to restore your skin’s PH balance and soothe irritations from external aggressors like sun and wind. Add ¼ tablespoon of honey to one tablespoon of all-natural, plain yogurt for extra hydration.

Spring Hair

Air-drying isn’t for everyone, especially women with frizz-prone hair, so switch to an ionic hair dryer (it dries faster without frying) and use the cool setting whenever possible. You can create extra volume by lifting with your fingers at the roots since humidity makes hair limp. Blow dry the top of the head, working your way to the ends so you don’t over-dry them. A paper towel can work wonders in lieu of a regular towel for soaking up moisture without roughing up the cuticle.

Spring Body

Porcelain skin is de rigeur, but it’s tempting to fake a tan if you live near the shore. For an authentic-looking glow, opt for a gradual self-tanner made for daily use. These products contain moisturizing lotion, but still tend to cling to skin’s dry, rough patches, so apply them after shaving and exfoliating. And steer clear of sugar or salt scrubs, which can leave behind residue that prevents an even application

Sexy Lipstick Trend 2010

The hottest lipstick of 2010

The sexiest lipsticks of the year are nude-that is, just a shade lighter than your natural lip color with a hint of golden pink that gives your entire face Venus goddess allure. For a luscious plump look, you can add a touch of gold gloss to the center of your lower lip. Your lips will look as appetizing as juicy, ripe fruit!

To get the true color of nude lipstick to show up, tone down the natural color in your lips by slicking on a touch of liquid foundation or concealer with your finger (keep lips moisturized so they don't look cracked or chapped). Apply lipstick with a lip brush for precision application-this will also allow you to layer the color without disrupting the layer of foundation you just applied. Of course, you'll want to think twice before employing this trick before a date, as you never want to taste chalky for a potential first kiss.

Pair the season's new nude lips with powder bronzer with light brown or golden undertones. Presto! You're looking sun-kissed in a sexy, effortless kind of way that pairs well with wavy hair.

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Citrus Makeup Color Trends 2010 - 2011

Tangy hues take your makeup look to the extreme for summer. Succulent oranges, limes, neon peaches and lemon yellows can perk up a pale complexion or give a golden tan extra kick.

To wear the citrus look without overpowering your face, use a light (almost white) lemon yellow shade as a base from lid to brow bone, or at the inner corners of the eyes as a highlighting accent. Neon peach is pretty on lids and brings out green or blue eyes to gorgeous, smoldering effect.

Lime green worn as a secondary liner (either on top of black or rimming the outer edge of you existing liner) gives eyes a modern edge.

Pair this color with a traditional charcoal smoky eye and peach lips. Bright tangerine lips look fetching layered with golden gloss. You can amplify your bottom lip by applying a speck of gold eyeshadow to the center of your lower lip, using your fingertip.

Sultry Bohemian Make-up Tips

Bohemian Makeup Looks

The Bohemian look of the moment is heavy on feathers and fringe, fishtail braids, Native American-inspired accessories and slouchy wide-leg jeans. The question is how do you create a Bohemian mood with makeup? Follow these beauty tips . . .

Bohemian belles are all about independence—in this case, that means freedom from flat irons and sticky styling products. Styling your hair can be an afterthought. Simply wash it and let it air dry, then turn a few centimeter-wide sections of hair into accent braids around your face. Tie them with ribbons or decorate them with flowers for kicks; a headband, worn Indian-style around the forehead also looks chic. Lindsay Lohan, Rachel Bilson and Mischa Barton often rock this Hollywood Boho look.

Embrace a distinctly boho makeup palette for evening. Think neutral colors, browns and caramels. If you crave color, a peace sign or heart (drawn with colored eyeliner and placed right under the eye or above the eyebrow) can make a going-out ensemble truly memorable, as can fluttery eyelashes applied heavily to the lower part of the eye—a nod to iconic fashion model Marisa Berenson.

In terms of liner and shadow, think doe eyes and apply makeup to the outer corners only, accenting the inner corners with white shadow. Lining the inner rim of the lower lashes with a flesh-toned pencil can also create the illusion of larger eyes.

Miss Universe 2010 WINNER: Miss Mexico Jimena Navarrete

LAS VEGAS -- A 22-year-old Mexican woman has won the Miss Universe pageant after donning a flowing red gown and telling an audience it's important to teach kids family values.

Jimena Navarrete of Guadalajara was first to answer an interview question Monday night and the last of 83 contestants standing in the headline-grabbing pageant on the Las Vegas Strip.

Her one-strap gown flowed behind her like a sheet as she walked. Earlier, she smiled in a violet bikini as she confidently strutted across the stage

CONGRATULATIONS MEXICO !!

True Colors For Women Of Color

Women of color have often felt ignored by cosmetics companies. Many ethnic women have had trouble finding foundation and makeup colors that are flattering . DARK SKIN WOMEN usually have sensitive, oily skin that scars easily. Products that are powdery can look ashy and chalky on darker complexions, and pink pigmented products are unflattering to ethnic skintones.

In the beginning, there was Fashion Fair. Founded in 1973 and aimed at African-American and Carribean women, it offered darker colors, not available at the time. It is still around, and can be purchased at a handful of stores across the country. The line seems a bit old-fashioned to me. There is a skincare line that includes bleaching cream and oil reduction products. Color choices are conservative, and I could not find a product with a sunscreen (we should all wear sunscreen) . Still, it is a no-frills line for dark- skinned women. http://www.fashionfair.com/.

 

In 1994, fashion model Iman, tired of mixing her own colors and formulas, started her own cosmetics line. I-man is geared to all women of color, and it really succeeds in its goal. It is a line with multi-cultural appeal, and no unnecessary products. She has pared it down to a wonderful range of essentials.

The products are creamy, and blend well. I like the pressed powder, which leaves a dewy finish. The skincare line is excellent. I recommend Hydrator SPF 15, and Drench, a rich but light moisturizer

Iman has two websites. http://www.i-man.com/ is her personal site with info about the products, and her makeup philosophy. It projects the image of a funky urban drama queen, fitting for the wife of David Bowie.

 Her line can be purchased at http://www.imanbeauty.com/, a very user-friendly site with descriptions of all the items, and easy checkout.

For women who want a large line with many flattering color options, I suggest Nars, and MAC. Nars has dark lipsticks in lovely shades of brown and burgundy available at http://www.neimanmarcus.com/ and at major department stores. 

MAC uses women of color as models.

Go to http://www.maccosmetics.com/ for store locations.

 

Women of color now have more options, as companies realize the potential of a powerful consumer base. Ideally, cosmetics companies should consider the ethnic market. Most women are willing to pay for quality products and good service, especially if the products are tailored to her needs.

 A woman of color wants to feel welcome at the cosmetics counter. Consultants should be aware of her needs, and the company should feature ethnic faces in their advertising.