How to Do A Smokey Eye
Bold. Deep. Dramatic. Glam. If any of these words apply to you and you haven't done a smokey eye yet... well.. now is the perfect time to start. Smokey eyes are best done with deeply pigmented eyeshadow and can really be done…
How To Make Your Makeup Stay Put!
Learning how to apply your makeup perfectly is one thing, but applying makeup to make it last for more than ten minutes is another. To have the best of both worlds, incorporating primer and waterproof/sweat proof makeup will ensure long…
Cosmetics & Their Shelf Life: A 101 Guide To Your Makeup
Foundation Unopened foundation can last about two years. Once the seal is broken, the makeup is good for about six to eight months. Besides powder formulas, liquid foundations are generally water based and produce bacteria quicker. Keeping foundation away from…
How to Curl Eyelashes with an Eyelash Curler
Curling lashes is the quickest and easiest way to enhance the eyelashes to look thicker and fuller. Start with clean lashes For optimal results, curl the lashes in three segments; the base of the lash, middle of the lash, and…
How to Apply Foundation For Every Skin Type
Start with a clean face TONE: Use a toner such as an astringent, freshener or toning mist MOISTURIZE: Choose a moisturizer for your skin type (dry, normal, combination, oily) Be sure there is an SPF in it or you’re applying…
How To Make Makeup Last: Makeup Primer 101
Primers need to be used under every makeup application. The biggest question in the beauty industry is “Why doesn't my makeup last all day?” Primer acts as a "glue" for foundation, if there is not primer under the foundation, the…
Concealers 101
Concealers come in many different forms. Just like foundation, the correct concealer should be chosen. Concealers come in sticks, liquids, and powder. Stick concealer is very thick and has the most coverage. Stick concealer does not blend well. This is…
Foundation Makeup 101: Tinted Moisturizers
For the lightest coverage, a tinted moisturizer may be used. A tinted moisturizer can be used alone or under foundation. Although tinted moisturizer gives very light coverage, it evens out skins texture and tone. When looking for a tinted moisturizer,…
Foundation Makeup 101: Mousse Foundations
Though some people are skeptical of mousse makeup, it definitely has its benefits. Mousse foundation is formulated to provide an air-soft, perfect matte coverage with a lightweight feel. A mousse foundation is best used on dry to normal skin types. This…
Foundation Makeup 101: Liquid Foundations
As the most common and most popular type of makeup foundation, liquid foundation can universally be used on any skin type. Liquid foundation has many different formulations, from a matte look to a moist and dewy look. Makeup preferences will…