Makeup Geek http://www.makeupgeek.com Tue, 30 Jun 2009 19:45:24 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.3 en MakeupGeekhttp://feedburner.google.com Weekly Challenge: Silver Smoky http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MakeupGeek/~3/n-VqkiFYANk/ http://www.makeupgeek.com/look-of-the-week/weekly-challenge-silver-smoky/#comments Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:08:36 +0000 marlena http://www.makeupgeek.com/look-of-the-week/weekly-challenge-silver-smoky/ While browsing through some pictures this week, I came across this look that is stunning, yet surprisingly wearable!  I would LOVE to see what you all can do with this, so pull out those makeup goodies and give it a shot :)

Post your version of this look here:  WEEKLY CHALLENGE

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Tips to Keep in Mind:

  • Apply darker shadows to the lid
  • Blend out dark shadow with a medium color above the crease
  • Apply black eyeliner to the waterline
  • Apply shimmer under the browbone

Face:

Eyes:

  • MAC Artifact Paint Pot (Makeup Geek Store)
  • MAC Plumb Dressing Eyeshadow
  • MAC Coral Eyeshadow
  • MAC Carbon Eyeshadow
  • MAC Vanilla Eyeshadow
  • Any Light Neutral Shimmer Shadow

Cheaper Alternatives:

Lips:

  • MAC Sandy B Lipstick (eBay)
  • MAC Pretty Plush Lipgloss (eBay)

Brushes:

  • Stiff Dome Brush
  • Flat Stiff Brush
  • Soft Dome Brush - Revlon

Music: “We Live” by Superchick

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Tips to Keep in Mind:

  1. Apply lightest shadow or shimmer to the lid
  2. Keep dark shadows on the outer part of the eye
  3. If using black eyeliner, apply to upper waterline
  4. Accent lower lashline with Glitter Liner
  5. Apply white or flesh-colored eyeliner to waterline
  6. Curl your lashes

Face:

Eyes:

  • Soft Ochre Paintpot (Makeup Geek Store)
  • MAC Solar White Eyeshadow
  • MAC Kid Eyeshadow
  • MAC Vanilla Eyeshadow
  • MAC Satellite Dreams Eyeshadow
  • MAC Beautiful Iris Eyeshadow
  • NYX Crystal Glitter Liner (Makeup Geek Store)
  • Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliner in Zero (Amazon / eBay)
  • Stila Kajal Eye Liner # 02 Topaz (Sephora)
  • Shue Uemura Lash Curler (Sephora / eBay)
  • Bourjois Clubbing Mascara (eBay)
  • Covergirl Professional Mascara or Loreal Voluminous Carbon Black

Cheaper Alternatives

]]> http://www.makeupgeek.com/tutorials/how-to-make-your-eyes-look-bigger/feed/ http://www.makeupgeek.com/tutorials/how-to-make-your-eyes-look-bigger/ Weekly Challenge: Ashwarya Rai http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MakeupGeek/~3/pP5IdHUu9_o/ http://www.makeupgeek.com/look-of-the-week/weekly-challenge-ashwarya-rai/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2009 13:53:06 +0000 marlena http://www.makeupgeek.com/look-of-the-week/weekly-challenge-ashwarya-rai/ I found this beautiful picture of Ash’s look, and think it would be beautiful on just about everyone! You just need silver and a rose-ish colored eyeshadow with some black liner and you’re good to go for one hot, sexy look!

I’d love to see you all try this one, so bring it on MUGS!  Post your pictures here in our Weekly Challenge:  Ashwarya Rai

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]]> http://www.makeupgeek.com/tutorials/katy-perry-inspired-makeup/feed/ http://www.makeupgeek.com/tutorials/katy-perry-inspired-makeup/ 2 Days to Register for Makeup Geek’s California Seminars http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MakeupGeek/~3/zRsipF_NA74/ http://www.makeupgeek.com/announcements/2-days-to-register-for-makeup-geeks-california-seminars/#comments Sat, 13 Jun 2009 23:37:00 +0000 marlena http://www.makeupgeek.com/announcements/2-days-to-register-for-makeup-geeks-california-seminars/ I’m getting ready to head out to California for the next batch of Makeup Geek seminars.  Since we have to get everything prepared ahead of time, tickets need to be purchased by Monday, June 15th.

Pasadena-  June 22
Sheraton Hotel
303 Cordova St
Pasadena, CA 91101

Intermediate:  5:30-8:00pm  Tickets


Vacaville, CA-  June 28
Hampton Inn and Suites
800 Mason St
Vacaville, CA 95688

Beginner:  1:00-3:30 pm  Tickets
Intermediate:  5:30-8:00 pm  Tickets

Thanks for your support!

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Eyes:

Lips:

Brushes:

  •  MAC 239  (stiff flat brush)
  •  MAC 217  (stiff dome brush)
  •  MAC 224  (soft dome brush)
  •  Angled Liner Brush   (Makeup Geek Store)

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]]> http://www.makeupgeek.com/tutorials/bronzed-summer-look/feed/ http://www.makeupgeek.com/tutorials/bronzed-summer-look/ The Best of Bobbi Brown http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MakeupGeek/~3/6UKmSQHYwxU/ http://www.makeupgeek.com/articles-reviews/the-best-of-bobbi-brown/#comments Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:31:28 +0000 marlena http://www.makeupgeek.com/articles-reviews/the-best-of-bobbi-brown/ Here is the next installment of my series “Best of Every Brand”- I’ll be listing my favorite products from Bobbi Brown.  *Note:  bobbibrowncosmetics.com  is having a 25% off sale right now until June 11th.  Happy shopping!

Shimmer Brick Compact
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This shimmery compact is one of my favorite cheek products ever as it gives a gorgeous glow! It’s not only great for the cheeks, but makes for a beautiful sheer eyeshadow or even adds a sparkle to the lips.  My favorite for a cheek highlighter is Beige, and Rose makes a great blush.  For darker skin tones, Apricot makes a great highlight.

They Describe It As:

This shimmering, brush-on powder creates a candlelight glow. Sweep on cheeks, after Blush, using the Face Blender Brush.

  • Product:  5 out of 5
  • Packaging:  4 out of 5
  • Quality:  5 out of 5
  • Overall:  5 out of 5
  • Would I buy again? Yes, if I got a discount as they are pricey
  • Price:  $38.00

Where to Buy:

Creamy Concealer
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Since this concealer is a bit thick, it covers extremely well!  You do need to apply with your fingers though as a brush tends to bit up a bit more product than I’d like.  The correctors work really well for hiding dark circles under the eyes as it doesn’t slide into the fine creases, plus there are several shades of peach to match any skin tone.

They Describe It As:

Bobbi shares her favorite makeup artist tip — a yellow-based Creamy Concealer that instantly camouflages dark circles. The creamy consistency of this concealer ensures that it goes on smoothly, providing full, but natural looking coverage. The formula is filled with skin conditioning ingredients like Vitamin A, which helps minimize the appearance of fine dry lines and wrinkles and Vitamin E, which moisturizes and provides antioxidant protection.

  • Product:  4 out of 5
  • Packaging:  5 out of 5
  • Quality:  5 out of 5
  • Overall:  5 out of 5
  • Would I buy again? Yes, although I don’t see myself running out anytime soon
  • Price:  $22.00

Where to Buy:

Long Wear Gel Liner
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These gel liners are similar to MAC’s fluidlines- they glide on easily, stay put, and have amazing colors!  I love how smooth the application is when I use my angled liner brush along with them. My favorite colors are: Ivy Shimmery Ink, Black Plum Ink, and Cobalt Ink.

They Describe It As:

Our popular long-wearing eyeliner offers the precision of liquid liner and the ease of a gel-based formula.

  • Product:  4 out of 5
  • Packaging:  5 out of 5
  • Quality:  4 out of 5
  • Overall:  5 out of 5
  • Would I buy again? Probably
  • Price:  $21.00

Where to Buy:

]]> http://www.makeupgeek.com/articles-reviews/the-best-of-bobbi-brown/feed/ http://www.makeupgeek.com/articles-reviews/the-best-of-bobbi-brown/ Weekly Challenge: Blue Cut Crease (with instructions) http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MakeupGeek/~3/CGJK9aUAIXg/ http://www.makeupgeek.com/look-of-the-week/weekly-challenge-blue-cut-crease-with-instructions/#comments Wed, 10 Jun 2009 03:52:10 +0000 marlena http://www.makeupgeek.com/look-of-the-week/weekly-challenge-blue-cut-crease-with-instructions/ Here is a fun and unique look that I thought many of you would like! Plus, there’s instructions on how to do it :)   Here are the instructions:  Bullet Magazine

Let’s see what you can do with this one!

Share YOUR version of the look here:  WEEKLY CHALLENGE

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Lips:

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Music:

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