Having long eyelashes could make you the envy of many, as long as the lashes appear natural. This can be achieved by applying mascara, but creating long lashes is not just about brush the mascara over the lashes. Here are some neat tricks to get those long, thick, and beautiful eyelashes.Make sure your face is dry – If you are using liquid foundation or face lotion, wait for your face to dry completely before putting eye concealer, then followed by a light powder to prevent leaking and smudgi…
The holidays are here and it’s time once again to go shopping for gifts and presents to give to friends and loved ones. Some may consider doing the usual method of going to shopping malls and department stores to do their annual holiday shopping. But some have moved to doing most of their shopping online not only for the convenience but also for certain benefits. Here are some of them.Better Bargain OpportunitiesOnline shopping offers quite a number of attractive bargains that may not usually be…
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…
For Chris Benz’s fall 2009 show, 80s hair and makeup were brought back to light. According to makeup artist Daniel Martin, “We wanted the models’ faces to look as though they’d been blown-out by a Polaroid camera so we used foundation that was two shades lighter than their natural skin tone.” Benz’s inspiration for his collection was a 1980s uptown woman who “escapes into the darkness of a downtown club.” Lead hairstylis, John Ruidant fashioned the models’ tresses into wavy faux bobs. Says …
Eyes are the windows to your soul, so they say. Open up your peepers by highlighting them with metallic eye shadow, for a sexy glimmer that should reveal the sexy siren in you. Here’s how to get the look: Curl your lashes. Eye lash curlers will keep your from overdoing it with mascara. Remember; use curlers only on clean lashes. Always start at the roots. Blend in concealer under your from the inner to the outer corners following the lash line. Use a brush to apply the first coat…
The Mulberry bag is an oversized hobo made of waxed nubuck leather with gold-tone hardware. It has a patent leather buckle-fastening embellishment with a designer-stamped plaque in front, and reinforced corners at the base. It also has a singled handle with buckle fastenings and a magnetic snap closure fastening at the top. Inside, it has internal pouch and zipped pockets, and black, designer stamped lining. Wear it with a pair of stylishly distressed skinny jeans, high-cut boots, and boyfrien…
Marni’s medium sized shoulder bag is made of mustard-colored suede with silver-tone hardware and two brown leather top handles. It also has a detachable brown leather strap with a buckle to adjust its length. The bag has a light brown piping, pleating at the base, and a zip fastening at the top. Inside it zipped and pouch pockets and is fully lined with light brown shell plastic. Wear it to liven up a simple monochromatic ensemble. The shoulder bag’s dimensions are: Width 16″ / 41cm x Height…
Retinoids have long been a popular ingredient of anti-aging formulas. But as with everything there are two sides to the retinoid coin. ProsAccording to Dr. Leslie Baumann, a Miami dermatologist, “[retinoids] are are prescription drugs. For FDA approval, drug companies have to do scientific studies that absolutely prove retinoids get rid of wrinkles. It is the only thing on the market that has such concrete evidence.”Dermatologists disagree with the idea that retinoids make the skin thinner. Acco…
Eyebrows can drastically change the way you look. The wrong shape can make you look surprised or stern. But whether your eyebrows are thin elegant or thick and dramatic, you should always groom your brows. That said, here’s how to perfect your brows at home:ToolsYou will need the following tools:Eyebrow brushEyebrow scissorsSharp, slanted-edged tweezersEybrow pencilEyebrow gelFirst, brush your eyebrows upward and trim the hairs. Next shape your brows. To make it even, make sure that the space b…
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…
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