• Melt-Proof Summer Makeup

  When the mercury goes up during those hot summer days, does your makeup fade, melt, smudge, bleed or run? No need to panic, the secret to perfect summer makeup is choosing the right textures and finishes. Don’t worry; you can still be on trend and far from boring! 

   

  Sun Care 

  It goes without saying that every beauty routine begins with proper preparation and this means a moisturizer that contains sun protection. Never go below SPF 15, anything lower does not provide enough protection. And because this is a 2 in 1 product (moisture + UV protection) there is no real need to layer on extra sunblock should you venture outside. However, if you are going to be outdoors for several hours, you should definitely apply extra sun protection.  

   

  Shine-Free Complexion

  Does your T-zone (forehead, nose and chin) seem oily and shiny despite your best efforts? Consider using a silicone based mattifying product as a face primer. The silicone catches the light and keeps your skin from reflecting it so it controls shine. It also helps makeup stay longer. If you need to touch up a little shine during the day, always have some blotting tissue on hand, in your purse, your desk or locker to absorb oil and prevent shine. These tissues contain a fine coat of powder that blots away shine and keeps your skin looking fresh. 

   

  Simply Exquisite Looking Skin

  As spring eases into summer, switch your foundation for a bronzing powder. Use a large fluffy brush and sweep over areas that are naturally kissed by the sun; high on the cheekbones, the bridge of the nose, the top of the chin and forehead. Choose a powder with light-reflecting pigments, which are more flattering to your complexion. By reflecting light, the pigments in the powder smooth your complexion and keep it from looking dull and lifeless. If you really can’t go without foundation, use a lighter formula and only apply where needed. Let your skin breathe… it’s summer after all! 

   

  Eye Makeup: No Running…..

  Start your makeup application with a little eyeliner or eye pencil; then apply eyeshadow. The texture of the eyeshadow powder will seal the liner and keep it from running (no more racoon eyes). If you think you’ll be spending lots of time outdoors and maybe even sweat a little, choose a waterproof formula. However, long term use of waterproof mascara is discouraged. 

   

  A Little Spritz

  Not only does this product provide your skin with a clean splash of freshness, but it also helps makeup stay longer. Carry a small bottle of face spritzer in your handbag or gym bag; it will surely become a lifesaver during those inevitable heat waves….

  It’s all about dosing… The trick is to keep it light and not use a heavy hand when applying summer makeup. Focus on your natural beauty assets and enjoy the summer – it always seems too short!

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• Sparkling Smoky

  The smoky eye has been the fashion ‘Trend’ for several seasons now because it adds definition and intensity to the eye. We suggest a new and improved version of the smoky eye by infusing it with a touch of sparkle.
  
  Follow these few steps and create a sparkling and enticing look:
  
  1. Apply an eyeshadow primer and blend with your fingertips. This will help your eyeshadow last longer.
  
  2. Then apply a neutral shade, such as vanilla, over the whole upper eyelid and beneath the brow bone.
  
  3. Now choose a darker and glitzier eyeshadow colour. Use a thin, delicate brush and apply this shade all around the eye, fading as you work toward the brow. Begin at the root of your lashes and blend as you extend to the crease of the lid. Makeup Tip: since pigment dust is offered in metallic shades, they are perfect for creating this look.
  
  4. Use a sparkle eyeliner pencil and outline the whole eye. If you want to create a show-stopping look, layer with glittery liquid liner. 
  
  5. Add a few drops of this eyeliner over the eyelid and blend with your fingertips, this will set the sparkle and illuminate your eye.
  
  6. Line the inner rim of the eye with a kohl pencil. Keep a tissue handy because your eyes may water a little.
  
  7. To finish the look, apply a coat of black mascara. False eyelashes add extra fullness and length for those special nights on the town!

  To create a unique and truly individual look, layer various shades of pigment dust. And to get the most out of this look, always apply over a darker and more saturated shade of eyeshadow.
  
  Although sparkle and shine make a look seem more festive, this type of makeup application can be adapted to everyday wear. For a subtler, everyday look, keep it light! The objective is not to outshine everyone but to add a little sparkle to your daytime look.

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• Tips on Turning Eye Shadow into Eyeliner

  If you have eye shadow in a loose powder formulation, sprinkle a little colour into the cap, add a few drops of water (or saline solution designed to clean contact lenses) and, using your eyeliner brush, swirl mixture until creamy.  If your eye shadow is solid powder, dampen your brush then sweep over eye shadow. Don’t wet it too much; you’ll probably want to reuse the eye shadow.  Avoid colour transfer by letting eyeliner dry before opening your eyes. For a more dramatic look, draw a line in the same colour as your eye shadow. If you prefer a more vibrant and colourful makeup, try different shades on the upper and lower lashes. Be creative and customize your very own shade by combining colours. Eye shadow can also be used dry to line your eyes, apply with an angular brush along the lash line for sexy, but not quite smoky, eyes! 

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• Perfect Brows

  Eyebrows are an essential part of your face, they should frame your eyes and balance your features. Here are a few tips from the trade. 

  Shape Your Brows
  Here’s a tip used by professional makeup artists to create a natural brow shape that perfectly suits your facial features:

  1. Hold a pencil vertically against one nostril and level with the inner corner of the eye. Mark the spot where the pencil and your brow intersect with a dot. This is where your eyebrow should start.

  2. Hold the pencil diagonally against one nostril, angled so that it passes the iris to reach the center of the upper eyelid. The point where the pencil and the brow intersect indicates the highest point of the brow line or curve.

  3. Then hold the pencil diagonally against the base of the nostril and align it to the outer edge of the eye, mark with a dot. This is where your eyebrow should end. The dot should be level with the dot marking the start of the brow.

  Finally, connect the three dots to outline the shape of your brow. Feather in your brow so the start, at the inner corner of the eye, is the thickest portion of the brow and gently thin the brow line as you near the temple.

  Faking Full Brows: Eyebrow Makeup

  If brows are thin or a little sparse, rework them with a sharp brow pencil. Simply feather in colour with a pencil or for an even more natural look, use two brow pencils in similar shades and blend with an applicator stick or an angled brush to soften and shade colour.

  Choose a brow pencil colour similar to your own hair colour (taupe is best for blondes). Unless you are a redhead, avoid red or orangey pigments. When going for an evening look, which is a little more intense and refined, you can afford to go a shade or two darker on your brows.

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• Rainbow Eyes 101

  Spring is finally here. And with each warmer and longer day comes an explosion of colour! So why not add a splash of spring to your eye makeup with the rainbow eye. 

  If this look seems a little complicated, rest assured, it really isn’t! All you need is a little patience and a well-stocked makeup bag; since you’ll need several brightly coloured eyeshadows to complete this springtime look. 

  1. Because your eye will be covered with a palette of beautiful colours, prepare your eyelids for better application and longer lasting hold. Apply a creamy eyeshadow base. Thanks to its slightly sticky texture, makeup will have greater staying power. 

  2. First, apply the raspberry pink shade. Use a brush to dab the colour gently into the inner corner of the eye. 

  3. Then, use a tangerine-to-orange shade or one that has a pretty golden tone. To help guide your application, only apply a quantity equivalent to the width of your brush. Use this as a guideline when applying the other colours too. Blend, blend and blend some more to avoid obvious demarcations. 

  4. The next colour to be added to your springtime rainbow is a vibrant shade of yellow. The purpose of this shade is to add ‘oomph’ to your makeup palette. Once again, blending is essential to ensure a smooth flow of colour. 

  5. Now, apply a pretty apple green shade at the outer corner of your eye (this is where you should be at this point), pat gently to ensure soft coverage. 

  6. The rainbow is prolonged with a shade of electric blue applied beneath the eye. Use a smaller brush for this application since this area requires a subtle application. Extend a thin, fine line of blue under half the eye. 

  7. And now for the last colour, we suggest a delicate shade of purple. Apply a thin line to complete the other half of the eye, extend to the inner corner. 

  8. Using a clean brush, blend the shades on the upper eyelid up toward the brow bone to create a subtle colour gradation. Then apply a shade of champagne under the brow and a light touch the inner corner of the eye (near the bridge of the nose) to illuminate your eyes. 

  9. Now for the finishing touches. Line the upper eyelid with black eyeliner and apply one coat of mascara. The use of black eyeliner and mascara is to enhance the other colours and create a more vibrant effect! 

  You can either choose to add colour or to reverse the order of the applied eyeshadows. But don’t overdo it! This look requires a heavy dose of boldness and a little attitude; you don’t want to end up looking like a clown! Finally, with such vibrant eye colours, it’s important to play down lip colour, a little gloss or a neutral shade of lipstick to keep the mouth pale is best. Now get ready to enjoy the attention and accept the many compliments to come. 

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