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A lot of people seem to feel and believe that makeup looks good only on fair skin. Prepare to be surprised because the truth is, makeup may look just as flattering on dark skin. The key is to know what particular makeup to use. For dark skin, the best foundation to use must be water-based. Dark skin has a tendency to look oily, and using cream foundation will only worsen the effect. The water-based foundation must be of a shade closest to your skin tone.

Next, follow up the foundation with a dust of loose powder. Be careful not to over dust, especially around the eye area. Once you have done this, the next step is to choose eyeshadow colors for your eyes. Shades of brown and bronze are very flattering on dark skin; so are dark metallic colors. White or very light colors will look great on fair skin, but they will not have the same effect on dark skin. Purple and blue hues may also look great on dark skin.

Now, outline your eyes with dark eye lining pencil. Eyeliners in black or chocolate brown is preferred. Next, thicken your eyelash with at least two coats of dark mascara to draw attention to the eyes.

You may also use a highlighter on the bridge of your nose, around your eye or above the cheek bones and upper lip.
When choosing the right shade of lipstick, go for more intense colors, like dark reds or corals. Lipsticks in burgundy will also look pleasing on dark skin. For your blush, warm colors in rose or deep orange are highly recommended for dark skin. If you are going to a night of fun and entertainment with friends, you may add a bit of drama to your cheeks by dusting your cheeks with a hint of gold color.

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You really do not need a trip to the salon to achieve a look that is movie-star quality. You can practically look stunning and gorgeous in just a few easy steps.

First, face yourself in the mirror. Do you eyebrows need some shaping up? If so, pluck away those unwanted hair and shape your eyebrows according to your desire. The shape of your eyebrow is an important consideration when choosing the right colors and eye makeup technique for your eyes later on, so it is always best to do this before you begin the actual makeup process. Next, hide those blemishes with a neutral-colored concealer. Give particular attention, too, to the dark circles under your eyes. Then apply some foundation on your face, blending it well with the concealer. The color of the foundation must mimic your exact skin tone. Too dark or too white will make you look fake or unreal. Top this off with a loose powder.

Now, you are ready to work on your eyes. Choose at least three shades of eyeshadow. They may not be necessarily of the same color. The important thing is to have a lighter shade, a medium shade, and a darker shade. Use the lighter shade as base shade. This should cover the are under the eyebrow. Use the medium shade for the crease, and the darker shade to line the upper eyelid. Next, use an eyeliner to accentuate and define your eyes further. Draw a thin line across the upper lid and the lower lid, and soften the effect by smudging it with a brush.

Then, smile. The work is hardly done yet. But smile anyway to locate your cheekbones. This is where you should apply the blush to give your face a healthy and pinkish glow. Finally, define your lips with a lip liner and fill it in with your favourite lipstick, using a lip brush to spread the color evenly.

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Though many take the role of makeup brush sets for granted, using the right makeup brush sets is as important as choosing the right shades of lipstick, blush, eyeshadow, and the like, in basic makeup application.

The top of the line makeup brush sets out there are very expensive, with some costing as high as $250.00! That is a lot of money, for sure. Good quality makeup brush sets do not have to be expensive at all. There are those made of acrylic ones that do not cost as much but still serve the purpose. A particularly good one is an eyeliner brush from NARS or M.A.C. Sephora’s Sable Eyeshadow Brush is also a good choice, and it is very affordable. Paula Dorf’s eyeshadow brush may be a lot more expensive than Sephora’s Sable Eyeshadow Brush, but you will definitely get your money’s worth on this. It is an especially good choice for outlining or giving the eye more definition.

Some experts recommend the use of a concealer brush t o hide blemishes. A concealer brush allows better coverage of the area to be hidden. When looking for one that is not very pricey, but works very well, nonetheless, try Bare Escentuals. If you can afford it, Smashbox Concealer Brush can work like magic. It is stiffer, providing you with more control. Using this product makes it easier for you to blend the concealer well.

Vincent Longno’s Eyebrow Brush is a hit on the market, but it is quite expensive. A cheaper option is Sephora’s Eyebrow brush that is quite slanted and specially made for the eyebrows. For the perfect lip brush, Sephora’s Lip Brush works perfectly with any kind of lipstick. It is angled in a way that makes it a whole lot easier to fill in the lips with color.

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A lipstick can do wonders to a pair of otherwise dull lips. Just a bit of color on the lips can make a difference in your overall look. A lipstick can literally change the shape of your lips and enhance your facial appearance. The secret is in the choice of colors and the technique used.

For any lipstick to look great on you, be sure to equip yourself with basic makeup tools, such as a lip brush, a lip lining pencil, a lip balm or any lip protector, and of course, your choice of lipcolor.

Begin transforming your lips by brushing along the corners of your mouth using a toothbrush. This will remove dead skin cells around your lips. Likewise, it will clear your lip area for better definition. Next, dab on lip moisturizer on your lips. A lip moisturizer or lip balm will serve as lip base and will prevent your lips from drying out or cracking. Now, it is time to shape your lips. You may do this with the use of a lip lining pencil. Start at the center of the upper lip, and draw a thin line down towards the corners of the mouth, going through the natural course of the lips. Then, fill it in with color using a lip brush.

The color of your lip lining pencil and your lipstick must be of the same shade. Your choice of lip color must harmonize with your skin color perfectly. When choosing colors, remember, too, that light and frosted lipstick will give lips a lift, making them look full. So, if you don’t have full lips, go for something that is light and frosted and follow it up with a lip gloss. For already full lips, however, matte lipstick is recommended to make the lips look thin.

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It is, perhaps, every woman’s passion to look beautiful. For this reason, it is rather common for any woman to go through great lengths to improve her looks. Some would go for more drastic means, like facial or cosmetic surgeries. But to some others, applying make-up is enough.

But applying the kind of make-up that literally transforms an ugly duckling into a beautiful swan will often require the services of a professional make-up artist. And this may cost a lot, not to mention impractical, especially for an ordinary wage-earner. Still, achieving movie-star looks can be possible even without the aid of professional make-up artists. The important thing is to start from the basics.

If you have the following beauty products, such as concealer, foundation, face powder, blush, lipstick, lip liner, lip gloss, eye shadow, and make-up brushes, getting the look that is professionally done becomes fairly easy. The first step requires a concealer. Dot some concealer over blemished spots or under eye circles. Blend it using a sponge or just your fingertips. Next, follow it up with a foundation that has the exact color as your skin tone. Blend it well, again using a sponge or your fingertips. Then top it off with a loose powder or pressed powder if you are away from home. The powder will set the foundation and concealer, keeping them on longer. Next, with the use of a brush, apply eyeshadow of the lightest shade on the area under your eyebrow. Choose the medium shade on the area where the crease appears. Then make a thin line along the upper lashes with the darkest shade. Next, liven up your cheeks with blush. Spread it lightly across your cheek using a brush or sponge. Do not use to much color – else, you will end up looking like a rag doll fresh from the factory! Finally, apply some lipstick and then line it up with a lip liner, and finishing it with a gloss.

Now, pucker up and go, Princess!

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It is not uncommon for any woman to wear lipstick. In fact, lipstick is the most widely used of all cosmetic products, with practically every woman around the world owning at least one tube of lipstick. The simple reason behind this is probably because lipstick makes for an easy beauty fix. Just a dab of color on one’s lips can make her look beautiful instantly.

There are many kinds of lipstick available in the market today. They may be classified as sheer, if it looks wet and shiny, shimmer if it has a metallic look to it, cream, or matte if its color is a deep opaque. Matte lipstick contains the most pigment. The pigment is responsible for providing the color, but it can dry your lips. Lipsticks also come in varying shades and hues. There are, perhaps, over a thousand color combinations to choose from. Finding the right technique and the perfect color for you are the secrets to beautiful, luscious lips.

The right technique begins with dabbing some foundation on your lips. This will keep the color on longer. Then, trace along the natural lip line using a lip lining pencil. The lip liner is important as it will not only give the lips more definition, but will keep the color from bleeding. Once that has been done, use a lip brush to fill the inside of your lips with lipstick. Using a lip brush will create a smooth effect and will ensure that all areas around the lip line are fully covered with color. While you may choose any color depending on your preference, it is always advisable to select colors that will complement your skin tone. If you have a fairly light skin tone, do not choose colors that are themselves light. If you have darker skin tone, dark reds and corals will look great on you.

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At the prime of their youth, it is quite natural to see teen-aged girls going gaga over the latest in fashion and make-up trends. It is cool to be beautiful, they would often say. And to be cool means to belong to the “in” crowd. This, for them is the ultimate goal, a basic necessity in order to survive. They, thus experiment with various kinds of makeup products and what-nots.

Some people, particularly mothers themselves of such teen-aged girls, argue that kids are too young to wear makeup. For them, having too much makeup on young, virginal skin may ruin the skin eventually as time goes on. But, really, not all makeup products are harsh and unfriendly, even to young skin. In fact, many cosmetic companies all over the world are formulating makeup products, specifically for teen-aged girls.

Generally, however, teen-aged girls are well advised not to wear too much makeup, regardless of whether or not the products are formulated to suit their skin type. A more natural look is always preferred for young skin. The universal rule is to use a colors that match their skin tone. Light shades of pink or brown will look flattering on them. These will enhance their features, nonetheless, and will not make them too grown-up. Teen-aged girls are also advised not to use color on their eyebrows. Instead, they may simply brush their eyebrow using an eyebrow brush to tame any wild hair. Next, they may also lightly line the lashes with eyeliner, and further soften the effect by blurring it. If ever they need to use ascara, a coat of brown mascara will give the lashes a lift. Finally, glide over a hint of color on the lips. Lipsticks in neutral shades or soft pinks may look beautifully on a teen-aged girl’s lips.

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