The holidays are fast approaching. And we all know that with the festive season comes a series of parties and events. That said your makeup should be just as festive and glamorous, and this is where we turn to the stars for inspiration. Celebrity makeup artists share their secrets to achieving that Holiday glow. Silver-Gold Eyes Tina Turnbrow, Mary-Louise Parker’s makeup maven, recommends trying a touch of silver and gold on eyelids, as seen on Charlize Theron and Leighton Meester. Her…

Most adults do not get the required 8 hours of sleep a night. The result of sleep deprivation is evident in the worn out appearance. But since the chances of changing our lifestyle and sleep patterns are fairly small, the least we can do is to look rested. Here is how to achieve that bright-eyed look:MoisturizeFirst, moisturize. Use a strong moisturizer in the morning, and apply a lighter cream throughout the day. Avoid applying foundation too thickly, or it will look like a mask. Opt for a tint…

If you are looking for an evening makeup style that is easy to do, yet sophisticated enough for a dinner date or a night out with your girl friends, follow these 4 simple tips:Prep your faceWash your face with gentle cleanserApply a light toner using a cotton ballApply a light moisturizer all over your face and neckDot foundation all over your face and neck. Spread it evenly using a foundation brush or a sponge. Lightly dust your face with loose powder. BlushApply a creme blush starting on your…

What good is a closet-full of clothes if you do not have the right makeup to back it up. Read on to know the hottest makeup trends this season, and be head-to-toe fabulous. Pink LipsPink is a hot color this fall. From dresses to shoes, accessories, and even skin care product, everything is pink. And what better way to color your kissers that with lipstick. Make your makeup pop in a lovely, eye-catching fuchsia-tinged color as seen on  Charlize Theron and Hayden Panettiere.Silver eyeshadowThis fa…

Peter Philips has been at the helm of Chanel Makeup since January 2008 and is responsible for buzz-worthy nail and face colors such as the jade green nail polish that debuted on the runway earlier this year, the glossy black eyes at the 2009 cruise show in Venice, and the ornately embroidered false lashes at fall/winter 2009 RTW. Peter Philips is also known for balancing his fashion-forward looks with timeless beauty classics such as flawless skin or perfectly arched eyebrows. Elle.com talks to …

ADAM’s Fall 2009 collection was inspired by Japanese photography exhibit at Boston’s Peabody Museum. This inspiration was reflected in the collection’s bright, wearable separates with bright bursts of primary color here and there. To complement this art-inspired collection, makeup artist Romy Soleimani opted for bright makeup hues as well. Says Soleimani of the look she created: “It’s not ‘eye shadow’ and ‘blush. It’s more about a feeling. The pigments start layering on top of each …

If you are looking for that all-in-one makeup palette to carry everywhere, and use for any occasion, good news: MAKE UP FOR EVER has recently released the Make Up For Ever Flash Color Palette – a 12 Flash color case that has a wide variety of colors you can use on your cheeks, eyes, and lips. And it’s something every makeup wearer should have. It’s very handy – and you can create a lot of looks and finish an entire face of makeup using only this baby. The color palette includes the following co…

Some of us are born with perfect skin. Most of us have to work hard to achieve it – or fake it. So how do you fake perfect skin without caking your face with makeup? We turn to Tina Turnbrow’s “no-makeup makeup look” for Abaeté’s fall runway show for reference. “You don’t have to wear dark-colored makeup just because it’s fall,” says Turnbrow. The stylist shares her secrets to her gorgeous ‘perfect skin’, “no-makeup makeup look.”Turnbrow stuck to sheer and barely-there colors and textures,…

Now that the cold season is over, it’s time to leave all that dark and heavy makeup behind. As summer approaches, stock your purse and drawers with light and warm makeup. How to Apply Summer MakeupMost girls find using foundation to heavy for the summer. Opt for concealer instead. Use a it to hide blemishes and skin imperfections. Get summer-looking skin by applying a bronzer or self-tanner – especially if you haven’t had time to get a real (or salon-created) tan. The summer heat can cause you …

With the market taking a dip, you might find your favorite beauty products taking a few steps down your shopping priority list. Armed with this knowledge, Style.com names a range of inexpensive alternatives to your costly beauty essentials. But according to Vogue’s online home, you have to include a few pricey products to your list to “get through the next few months.” SplurgeChanel Hydrabase Crème Lipstick in VampFrom the most famous name in luxury fashion comes this rich and rather expensive l…