Makeup by Ruma

Ombre Lips Muah!

2012-08-21T13:41:00.000-07:00

Have you tried the ombre lip yet?
Here are some quick and easy steps to achieve this latest trend.

STEP 1: APPLY DARKER SHADE LIPSTICK ALL OVER LIPS
STEP 2: APPLY LIGHTER SHADE IN THE MIDDLE OF LIPS
STEP 3:USE YOUR FINGERS TO BLEND
STEP 4: APPLY CLEAR GLOSS ON TOP

Simple! Let me know how it works out for you!

L’Occitane Almond Products– <3

2012-07-29T14:07:00.001-07:00

My favorite body care products are L’occitane’s Almond (Amande).
The shower oil is Amazing! It leaves your skin soft and supple .

Its great for shaving your legs too.

Slather on the milk concentrate body cream where the scent of almonds is so fresh and clean.
Now for the body oil which I am totally running low on. It leaves your skin hydrated it also strengthens the elasticity in your skin making your skin nice and firm…kinda like an anti aging body cream per say.
Anyways, I fell in love with these products when I was working for L’occitane a few years ago. Their products are from Provence, France. You can check out your L’occitane en Provence local boutique.

#MACAIDSFUND HITS $250,000,000 #VIVAGLAM

2012-07-22T15:12:00.001-07:00

Congratulations MAC Cosmetics for raising $250,000,000 towards the MAC Aids Fund.

Remember 100% of the selling cost of any Viva Glam Lipstick or Viva Glam Lipglass goes towards this good cause.

Continue to support your local MAC store, MAC counter, and MAC online.

Face cleansers

2012-07-22T14:06:00.002-07:00

There's a reason why there are facial cleansers. These products are made for different skin types to address skin concerns that you may have. It can range from being oily, dry, normal to combination, etc. Its best to consult a beauty consultant on what facial cleanser would be best for you.

Please no bar soaps. Why? Because bar soaps leave residue on the skin which can lead to breakouts, clogged pores, and so forth.

My personal favorite cleanser is Estee Lauder's Perfectly Clean. Its made for normal/combination skin which I have and it leaves my skin feeling soft and just CLEAN!

MAC matchmaster foundation

2012-07-22T14:00:00.001-07:00

I totally love this foundation not only is it fabulous in pictures! but it has medium to full coverage with a semi matte finish.
The translucent pigments blend with your intensity level as well as your undertone to give you a more eventone and flawless finish. This foundation is great at line minimizing as well. Picture sensitive too!
The color I use varies between 5.0 and 6.0.

Swatches Heavanly Creature

2012-07-22T13:49:00.001-07:00

So here is a swatch from MAC's Heavanly Creature mineralize shadow in Magnetic Attraction.
For a more dramatic and intense effect- wet shadow brush before application.
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My favorite False Lashes

2012-06-26T13:59:00.001-07:00

My favorite false lashes right now is MAC's #4 LASHES. They make my lashes fuller and longer.
They are also one of Kim K's faves!

The Jlo Glow to the Skin

2012-06-26T13:48:00.001-07:00

You can mix your foundation w Estee Lauder's Advance Night Repair for a tinted moisturizer.

Then Add MAC's Lustre Drop in Sun Rush on your cheekbones , bridge of your nose, cubic (lips) to give your skin that glowy look.

Pink w Dark Purple Smokey Eye

2012-06-26T13:38:00.001-07:00

MAC Cosmetics–Heavenly Creature

2012-06-26T10:58:00.001-07:00

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Heavenly Creature is exactly what describes this collection.

The earth-tone colors and shimmer are gorgeous. Its just in time for the summer and definitely go well with your Fall colors.

Dita von Teese–Viva Glam

2012-06-26T10:53:00.001-07:00

Here’s a picture of a performance by Dita Von Teese .

We were celebrating MAC’s Viva Glam $250,000,000 contribution to the MAC Aids Fund.

Dita was the brand ambassador for MAC’s Viva Glam VI .

How to make your eye shadows vibrant

2012-06-26T10:42:00.001-07:00

The secret to making your eye shadows pop is in one little product.
Your eye base / primer!!!
My favorite is MAC Paint Pot : You can use Painterly or Soft Ochre.

Apply on your lid or up to your brow bone depending on how dramatic and intense you want the color of your shadow to be.
Wait a minute and add your colors.
Huge difference right?

Purple smokey eyes w pink lips

2012-06-24T16:19:00.001-07:00

I loved creating this look .

Shadows : pink purple white
Lipstick : Mac budding love
Cheeks : Mac peony petal

http://instagr.am/p/MG5Al4Dz4Z/

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Lip liner : Apply first or last?

2012-06-24T16:11:00.001-07:00

A lot people ask this question.
I used to apply lip liner first and then fill in the lipstick but I found out that applying the lipstick first and then outlining the lips really makes a difference.
The lips look more defined and this helps more with lipstick bleeding.
If your wearing a red lipstick definitely add lip liner last because red lip is meant to have that finished polish look around the lips.

Also, if you want to change the lip color of the lipstick blend your lip liner in with your lipstick on your lips.

Extended Play Mascara–MAC Cosmetics

2012-06-24T15:41:00.001-07:00

I love this mascara.
Great for defining your lashes. However it is not volumizing. So if your in a rush and just need to add some mascara on real quick go for it.

You don’t have to worry about it smudging or getting messy when your putting mascara on your bottom lashes because the brush is really thin.

New ways to use products you already have

2012-06-24T15:35:00.002-07:00

Brows: use eyeshadow with an angle brush to fill your brows
Concealer: use as a base for you eyeshadow
Mascara: black, brown, bronze can be used on your brows
Cream blush: use on your lips

How do I apply bronzer?

2012-06-13T10:17:00.000-07:00

Its easy as 1,2,3 .

Bronzers come in obviously a whole bunch of shades. Your best bet is to choose a shade maybe 2 or 3 shades darker than your complexion.

Take a look at the picture below of the bronzing queen Kim Kardashian.

As you can see she contoured the side of her face to lower jawline and towards her cheeks.

The picture below of Adriana Lima illustrates a much better look of contouring.
You want to make a backwards 3 with your brush starting from the temple of the side of your face to your cheek to your jawline. Following?

You can add a little bronzer on your forehead and bridge of your nose.
Don't over bronze cause you will look a mess.

Great brush to use.
MAC #168

How to keep your makeup organized

2012-05-02T10:39:00.001-07:00

So you have a whole bunch of makeup and you don't know what to do cause its all over the place and you can't find that gloss to go with that lipstick your about to wear.
Get organized!
Check out your local craft store or even Walmart (they have everything).
You want to get a plastic compartment. It can be a tower of drawerz whatever your preference is.
Depending on the amount of counter space in your bathroom or bedroom is the size you would want to go with.

I like to have a backup plastic bin where I can store new makeup or makeup I'm not going to be using for the season (example. My winter makeup is stored away)
Current makeup is stored in my plastic drawer compartment which I like to have in my bathroom.
It just makes it really organized and accessible to get to when you have just a few minutes to do a full makeover on yourself before going to work, school… etc.
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2012-04-15T19:10:00.001-07:00

The pin up look is definitely in right now. Have you started rockin it?!

NAIL ADDICTS

2012-04-14T18:27:00.000-07:00

It seems as though a lot more people are becoming nail addicts.
Some basic Nail Art colors that are great to have is white, black, and glitter.
These colors go great on almost any nail color. You can also apply rhinestones to dress it up a little bit more.

Ore Inspired Athelite Spring 2012 Makeup Trend

2012-04-08T10:45:00.001-07:00

Ore Inspired makeup has more of that metalic look and also can be worn with a bright orange or red lips with a winged out liner.

Shadows:New collection from MAC called Reel Sexy Dynamic Duo 1
Extra Dimension Modern Pewter -cream texture shadows can be worn wet for drama
Powder - Extra Dimension called Glorify I am absolutely in love with.
It looks gorgeous when applying on your cheekbones to contour
MAC blush -Ambering Rose to the apples of my cheek.
Lips- Lancome Natural Beauty Lipstick , MAC Love Nectar Gloss
Foundation-Studio Tech NC 43 , Bronzing Matte Bronze
Eyeliner: Estee Lauder Double wear Onyx

How do I make my lip color intense?

2012-04-04T17:40:00.000-07:00

The secret to making that lip color show up more is to blot concealer on your lips before applying the lip color.
Sometimes your natural lip color changes the color of product you add to your lip so you need to cancel your natural lip color out.
Then go ahead and add a lip primer to give your lips a smoother finish.
Pick your lipstick put it on and your good to go!

Leopard Nails

2012-04-02T18:55:00.000-07:00

I experimented on the leopard nails. It was pretty tough.
Tools: Nail Art glitter and black
Pink Nail polish
And a lot of practice and concentration!

7 new ways to beat acne

2012-03-29T13:08:00.002-07:00

By Carly Cardellino, Cosmopolitan.com

We get it, acne totally sucks—especially when you're an adult. But the next time you wake up to a new-found zit, don't freak. Instead, put one of these blemish-blasting products to the test, so you can face the day with confidence—and a clearer complexion.
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Courtesy of NYX Cosmetics

Blot and Run

Patting your T-zone with blotting paper is the easiest way to absorb excess oil on the fly. These super-colorful ones from NYX Cosmetics Blotting Papers, $6 each, nyxcosmetics.com, not only rid your skin of unwanted sheen, but they also help treat your trouble spots, too.
The Blemish Control Blotting Papers (shown here in purple) contain salicylic acid to help treat existing pimples, while the Tea Tree Oil-infused sheets (pictured in peach) work to prevent future zits.
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Courtesy of Clearasil

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Smart Sudser

Overwashing often leads to dehydrated skin, which prompts your body to produce more oil, causing more breakouts—and nobody wants that. This uber-chic cleansing system, Clearasil PerfectaWash, $14.99, doles out the proper dosage of the two percent salicylic acid face wash to make sure you don't use too much and dry out your skin.
Simply hold your hand under the no-touch dispenser and lather up!

Courtesy of Bioré

Turn Up The Heat

Once a week it's good to swap out your regular cleanser for one that offers up a deep cleaning; this helps unclog blocked pores, which are the culprit of most blemishes.
Look for one that draws out impurities (dirt, oil, bacteria), like Bioré Warming Anti-Blackhead Cream Cleanser, $6.45. It uses zeolite, a mineral clay that warms on contact with water to help loosen up tight pores, allowing dirt, oil, and bacteria to be cleared out. The salicylic acid it contains helps to fight future breakouts by dissolving oil on skin.

Courtesy of Neutrogena

Go Under Cover

Concealer is often your best friend when you have a pesky pimple, but it's important to remember to treat the area with salicylic acid before applying makeup to keep it from exacerbating the issue.
Neutrogena SkinCearing Blemish Concealer, $8.43, allows you to do both at the same time, thanks to the salicylic acid it contains. Genius!

Courtesy of L'Oréal Paris

Ex(foliation) Marks The Spot

Daily exfoliation is key when it comes to clear skin. But to avoid over-scrubbing (which can also trigger your skin to react and flare up) it's best to use a mild formula that contains two percent salicylic acid paired with a physical exfoliator, like a washcloth, facial brush, etc.
L'Oréal Paris Go 360º Clean Anti-Breakout Facial Cleanser, $6.99, lorealparisusa.com, comes equipped with its own tiny facial massager (a Scrublet as they call it), which helps sloughs off dead skin cells that can block your pores and result in an unsightly zit.

Courtesy of Yes To Tomatoes

Wipe Out

If your skin has more oil than an Exxon station, reach for a product to help control how much your complexion is churning out.
Yes To Tomatoes Blemish Clearing Facial Towelettes, $7.99, yestocarrots.com, contain lycopene, which contains anti-inflammatory properties to help calm redness, while salicylic acid works to minimize sebum (aka oil) secretion.
Plus, whether or not you're acne-prone, it's never good to go to bed with makeup on, so swipe your skin clean with one of these!

Courtesy of Dr. Schultz

Smooth Operator

Pimples don't stand a chance when salicylic, glycolic, phytic, and lactic acids unite. The four ingredients work together to exfoliate, lighten past acne marks, and hydrate skin, helping to heal your current blemish and prevent new ones from forming.
This quadruple threat is found in Beauty Rx Skincare by Dr. Schultz Advanced Exfoliating Therapy Pads, $70 for 50 pads, beautyrx.com, which are best for normal, combination, and oily skin. Doctor's orders: On alternating nights, swipe pad over your face after you've cleansed, avoiding eyes and lips. For the first two weeks of use, rinse off thoroughly with water after 15 minutes; from there on, leave the solution on overnight. Lastly,say buh-bye to blemishes!

Double Winged Eyeliner

2012-03-26T18:56:00.000-07:00

The double winged eyeliner is very mysterious.
The Egyptians were the first to have this look dating back to the arts of Ancient Egypt.
You can use gel liner however in order to get that dark winged look its better to use a liquid liner and make sure you lift the brush towards the outer corner of your eye and flick your brush in the direction you want to have check mark winged out liner.
If you be tooo precise and draw your lines its not going to look good.