Your Personal Makeup Artist - Make Up Tips, Tricks, and Techniques from Professional Make Up Artists

Bare Escentuals Extreme Glimmers Review

Bethany — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:01:48 +0000

Bare Escentuals is commonly known as a mineral makeup brand, and right now they are offering Extreme Glimmers in a limited edition for the holidays. This is an ideal makeup choice because it is made of 100% pure minerals, but it gives a sparkling color for your eye makeup.

Stila Smudge Pot Collection Review

Bethany — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 16:59:07 +0000

The Stila Smudge Pot Collection truly is one-of-a-kind, and it also is a limited edition as of right now. If you have not tried one of the smudge pots before, then you are in for a real treat.

Alicia Keys Celebrity Makeup

Bethany — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 16:48:20 +0000

The wildly exotic look of Alicia Keys is perfect for a Christmas party, and it will bring out your most gorgeous features guaranteed!

• Start out with a foundation that complements your skin tone, and highlight your cheeks with pink blush in a sweeping motion. The key here is to be subtle in your foundation and blush application.

Ashlee Simpson Celebrity Makeup

Bethany — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 16:45:09 +0000

Ashlee Simpson truly has standout eye makeup, so to get this sexy look, here are a few simple tips:

• Start out by applying a base mascara before applying your mascara product. This is often white, and it will provide a base to thicken your lashes for your mascara to stick to.

• After that, apply a volumizing mascara for added length to your lashes. This two-step process will truly make a difference in opening up your eyes!

Dark Lipstick Makeup Tips

Bethany — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 16:30:27 +0000

A dark lip color is something that can work for everyone, but it is important to know exactly how to apply your lipstick so that it flatters your skin tone and lip shape.

Winter Makeup Tutorial

Bethany — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 16:28:21 +0000

With every season, there is the opportunity to change your makeup application! When it comes to the winter, you have the opportunity to use smokier eye colors, deeper lip colors, and even metallics to brighten up your look for the holiday season.

How To Apply Concealer

Bethany — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 17:27:14 +0000

Concealer is literally something that people should not be able to see, but it is the backbone of your makeup application. First of all, it is very important to choose the best makeup concealer for your skin type. There are several things to take into consideration, which include if your skin is dry, normal, oily, or combination, and also what color of skin tone you may have.

How To Apply Makeup For Darker Skin Tones

Bethany — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 17:23:03 +0000

If you have a darker skin tone, then it is important to know exactly how to apply your makeup to bring out your best features!

Keri Russell Makeup Tutorial

Bethany — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 17:02:05 +0000

Keri Russell is by far one of America's sweethearts, and it is much easier than you think to achieve her natural but gorgeous makeup look on a daily basis!

Lauren Conrad Makeup Tutorial

Bethany — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 16:58:15 +0000

Lauren Conrad has become a smash hit since her time on Laguna Beach, and her makeup style is definitely one to be envied. Find out how to get this fresh faced California glow!

Keep in mind that her makeup is soft and feminine to show her true California beauty. The best way to do this is to use a tinted moisturizer on a daily basis, and also use bronzer to dust over your forehead, nose, and cheeks for a quick glow to the surface of your skin.

Becca Cosmetics Beach Tint Review

Bethany — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 16:47:26 +0000

BECCA Beach Tint is a perfect stain to use for your lips and cheeks if you want something that will last all day long. Even though it is the wintertime, it's great to use a water resistant and kiss-proof cosmetic, which is what this product is.

CARGO Beach Blush Review

Bethany — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:46:05 +0000

Blush may seem to play a minor role in your makeup application, but that is far from the truth! When you check out CARGO Beach Blush, it is going to provide you with a wonderful balance of colors that will give you that fresh summer glow anytime of year.

Bobbi Brown Lip Color Review

Bethany — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 14:39:43 +0000

Almost any lady out there loves a great lip color, which is why it is to your advantage to check out what Bobbi Brown has to offer.

If you are looking for a simple gloss, then you may want to check out the Tube Tint Trio, which has three different colors of delicious lip gloss for $28. The website suggests that this would be a great stocking stuffer, and we can't disagree...

Lauryn Hill Makeup Tutorial

Bethany — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 22:33:45 +0000

Lauryn Hill has a beautiful glowing complexion, and the key to achieving this is flawless face makeup!

• Start out with a concealer that matches your skin tone to apply with a brush to the under eye area and corner of the eye that meets the bridge of the nose. If you have very purple under eye circles, then use a yellow-based concealer. If you have red under eye circles, then use a green concealer.

Reese Witherspoon Makeup Tutorial

Bethany — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 22:29:03 +0000

Reese Witherspoon is truly America's sweetheart, and here are some easy tips to copy her beautiful fresh faced look!

• First of all, moisturize well, and apply a tinted moisturizer as your foundation for the day. You can top this off with a translucent powder for a finished look to your skin tone.

• For a beautiful glow, applying a cream rose-colored blush to the apples of your cheeks, and make sure to blend well.

Foolproof Mascara Tutorial

Bethany — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 22:15:15 +0000

Mascara seems like such an easy beauty product to use, but how simple is it really? If you are struggling with clumping and sticky eyelashes, and that is something that can be easily remedied for a beautiful makeup application every time.

MAC Baroque Boudoir Holiday Collection Review

Bethany — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 14:43:36 +0000

For a dramatic look for the winter season, check out the new holiday colors available through MAC. Specifically, the Baroque Boudoir line available for the holiday season. This is going to channel the true glamour girl in you, and it's also perfect to pair with big chunky sweaters and wool coats for your winter wear.

Easy Eye Makeup Tutorial

Bethany — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 22:02:59 +0000

Eye makeup can be tricky, but there's no reason to give up hope! Here is an easy step by step process for a flawless eye makeup application every time.

Top 5 Powder Choices For Oily Skin

Bethany — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 19:14:55 +0000

If you have oily skin, it is so important to choose the correct powder for your skin type. This will prevent running and smudging in your makeup throughout the day, and it also will keep any excess shine from building up. Here are the top five choices for oily skin for a flawless makeup application:

How To Apply Liquid Eyeliner

Bethany — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 18:07:43 +0000

For even the most experienced makeup professional, liquid eyeliner can become quite tricky. Liquid eyeliner comes in a bottle that looks like ink, and you do have to apply it with a brush. It also is quite dark and bold, so it is important to feel confident in your liquid eyeliner application.

Lancome Juicy Tubes Review

Bethany — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 17:43:47 +0000

If you are one of the many lipgloss addicts on the planet, then you may be interested in Lancome Juice Tubes. This is a line of lip glosses available through Lancome, and they come in a variety of shades.

Givenchy Mascara Review

Bethany — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 17:54:01 +0000

Most women are truly serious about their mascara selection, so if you are hoping for a lengthening and volumizing effect, then you may want to give Givenchy Phenomen'Eyes Effet Extension a try.

Marcia Cross Makeup Secrets

Bethany — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 17:27:08 +0000

If you are like Marcia Cross, then it is important to discover the best makeup tips for porcelain and fair skin. If you have such fair skin, it is also necessary to keep it protected with makeup with an SPF on a daily basis so that your skin will look beautiful well into your 40s.

• With this type of delicate skin, it is best to use a creamy foundation that will moisturize while it provides coverage. Make sure that your foundation shade matches your skin perfectly, especially since your skin is so fair.

Teri Hatcher Makeup Secrets

Bethany — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:19:02 +0000

You don't necessarily have to be a Desperate Housewife to look like Teri Hatcher, but you can easily achieve her radiant beauty within a few simple steps:

• Teri does believe that less is more when it comes to her makeup, and if you are in your 40s, then wearing less foundation will make your skin look much fresher. It is helpful to use a lightweight liquid foundation or tinted moisturizer for a glowing look to your skin.

Julia Roberts Makeup Tutorial

Bethany — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:39:06 +0000

To get the same Pretty Woman look of Julia Roberts, it is actually quite simple. Here are some easy tips on this celebrity makeup application:

• Use a very light foundation or tinted moisturizer to cover any imperfections in the skin. Set this with a translucent powder applied with a makeup brush.