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Sunday, May 10, 2015
Sparkle on green eyes
Earth tones and sparkle on green eyes: bold enough to stand out, subtle enough to be the natural. To bring out the best in your green eyes
Love This Midnight Metallic Nails Tutorials
What You'll Need
- Rimmel Lasting Finish Professional Nail Polish in 420 Midnight Blue
- Milani Jewel FX Nail Lacquer in 531 Gold
- Milani Jewel FX Nail Lacquer in 533 Silver
- Myface Cosmetics Lil'Bling Nail Chrome in Gilt-y
- Myface Cosmetics Lil'Bling Nail Chrome in Silver Screen
- Duri Rejuvacote Base Coat, Seche Vite Top Coat, a ballpoint sculpting tool, and toothpicks
Step 1
BASE AND BLUE
Apply your favorite base coat and wait for it to dry. Then apply two coats of creamy deep navy polish. Let dry completely.
Step 2
GET SPOTTY
When your nails are dry, pour a gold metallic nail polish onto a sheet
of foil or plastic wrap. Dip your ballpoint sculpting tool into the gold
hue. Press four to six polka dots randomly on each nail. Allow the dots
to dry for three minutes.
Step 3
MAGNIFY THE METALLIC
Wipe off your ballpoint sculpting tool, then pour silver metallic polish
onto the same sheet of foil or plastic wrap. Dip your tool into the
silver color. Press silver polka dots into empty spots on the nail.
Allow the silver dots to dry for three minutes.
Step 4
GO FOR GLITTER
When your metallic dots are dry, pour gold and silver glitter nail
polishes onto the foil or plastic wrap. Use a toothpick (or a pair of
fine-point tweezers) to pick up individual pieces of glitter and apply
them randomly to the nail, overlapping some with metallic dots for a 3-D
effect. Use as much—or as little—glitter as you want.
Step 5
GLOSS OVER
When nails are completely dry, give them a good glossy topcoat. This
sparkling and artistic manicure is ready for the drama of fall.
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Fabulous Easiest Eyeliner Trick / Best LoLus Makeup Fashion
Cat eyes are as crazy-hot now as they were back in the ’50s and ’60s.
And for good reason: the timeless look makes your lashes look thicker
and your eyes bigger, all while lending a distinct air of
sophistication.
But for daytime, a black cat eye often feels too harsh on me, so I’ve
developed a quick and easy trick to take it down a notch while still
getting the eye-opening punch of a black line. Whenever I share my
routine with even my makeup-savvy friends, I get an initial eyebrow
raise. After all, it’s not exactly a difficult or off-the-wall
technique.
Getting the hang of a cat eye can take some practice, but once it’s
in your beauty arsenal, you’ll find yourself making use of the technique
again and again. Begin with a thin (or thick, depending on your mood
and eye shape) cat eye; see our how-to here. I use a liquid liner for
precision and depth of color. My favorite right now is Kat Von D’s
Tattoo Liner in Trooper (a super dark black). The felt tip is fine, and
the brush is flexible for a smooth line, but sturdy enough to be
user-friendly (shaky hands rejoice!). It also lasts longer than other
similar versions—no drying out within a month or two. If you’re still
working on your liquid liner game, try an ergonomic version or Selena’s
favorite $3.99 classic. The reason I prefer a liquid liner over a pencil
or a gel is that a sharp, wet tip is able to fill in the space between
lashes quickly and easily, and with less damage to the lashline.
Once you’ve got your lash-framing wings in place, grab your favorite
brown pencil liner. I’m in love with Make Up For Ever Aqua Shadow pencil
in 2E Matte Brown. It’s chubby enough to use as a shadow or shadow
base, but can also be sharpened into your desired thickness. It’s
creamy, so you can smoke it out with fingers or a brush (my preferred
technique), before it sets into a waterproof finish.
Using the cat eye line as a guide, follow along the top “swoop” all
the way to the end. This softens the hard black line into a pretty,
not-quite black, not-quite brown. The one-two punch of this two-second
technique ensures that the dark black along the lashline opens up the
eye and gives the lashes some drama, while the brown tames the hard line
along the top and makes it look like you spent some time blending
shadows into the perfect subtle, smokey eye. I always finish with some
mascara, but it’s your call whether you want to follow suit.
And there you have it! Throw these two products into your makeup bag and give yourself, say, a few extra seconds in the morning. You can do your eyes on the train! Or in between stoplights if you’re brave enough. Not that I’ve ever done that.
Blogger : Catherine Bell
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Wonderful 4 Ways to Deal with Makeup Fallout
For years I avoided dramatic makeup for fear of making a mistake,
with no means of correcting it. I love color, but the fallout from a
bright pigment seemed unavoidable, always threatening to mess up all my
hard work. So I always retreated back to safe neutrals.
The big change came while watching tutorials from Beautylish
community members, as well as pros likeBilly B and James Vincent. I
realized that everyone (even those who do this for a living everyday)
makes makeup mistakes. All it takes is a little skill, and some fun
tricks, to clean up and move forward. Becoming good at makeup
application isn’t about doing things perfectly every time—it’s about
knowing what to do when things don’t go as planned. Learn these easy
techniques and tricks, and you'll be ready to tackle beauty risks and
clean up unwanted blips and drips.
Do Your Eyes First
There are several ways to eradicate shadow fallout. The easiest is to
do your eyes first, before doing the foundation or the concealer. This
way you can easily clean the face after the eyes are done and move on
from there. If you’re really worried about a ton of pigment falling,
hold a tissue taught beneath the eye as you work.
Master the Drag Powder Trick
I learned my favorite trick from Billy B in this colorful eyeshadow
tutorial—an old drag trick that’s great to know when using
super-pigmented shadows. Dip a powder brush into colorless, loose
powder. Gently tap the powder onto the cheeks so that it sits on top of
the skin.
Now when you work on the eyes, the pigment will fall onto the powder instead of directly on the face.
Once you finish the eyes, take a clean brush and simply brush the
powder away with a quick flick. Any pigment that may have gotten through
to the skin should be minimal, and can be easily blended out.
Use The Right Tools
If you do get makeup in the wrong place there are some good products
that can help make targeted cleanup a snap. You can always use a cotton
swab dipped in a bit of makeup remover, but that can be cumbersome if
you’re traveling or are out for the evening. One solution is Targeted
Eye Remover Swabs from Sephora, which contain eye makeup remover right
in the handle. You break one end off, and the liquid releases into the
cotton tip from the inside, making it a quick, neat way to remove color
from a targeted area of the face.
For a re-useable solution, try the Anna Sui Makeup Remover Pen. Twist
the bottom until a bead of product appears on the tip and then use the
pen to apply it to the cleanup area. The formula works well, even on
stubborn pigment. Use a tissue to wipe away any excess and smooth over,
blending the clean spot in with the rest of the face. Makeup wipes, like
these from Korres, are also great to keep in your bag for a quick
touchup.
Glitter is another fallout culprit. It’s so persistent that after a
few loose particles appear, it can feel as if all hope is lost. But not
to worry! Lit Cosmetics developed an ingenious little tool to help with
stray particles that can’t be easily brushed away. Inside the Lit
Kit (free if you buy three Lit Glitters from our shop!) you get the
Spark-L Duster—a mesh pom pom that picks up glitter without disturbing
the makeup underneath.
Grab Some Tape
If all else fails—or if you don't have another tool hand—try using
regular scotch tape. It works well to lift unwanted glitter or larger
specks of pignment without removing too much makeup, and you probably
already have some on hand.
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HOW TO AVOID HAT HAIR
A winter perk is breaking out the
cute hat collection, but what’s a girl to do when she has to remove the
hat and confront the dreaded “hat hair” situation? Maritza
Buelvas here, and I’ve developed a fun and easy technique for avoiding
hat hair, keeping your hair in place from the winter winds and fighting
frizz all at the same time. Since this style makes the grade in the
Windy City (where I’m from), I know it will work wherever you live!
SUPPLIES:
medium barrel curling iron- volume hair spray
- fine tooth teasing comb
- hair pins
- invisible hair elastic
- a fabulous hat
- Spray hair all over with volume enriching hair spray.
- Wrap small sections of hair around a medium-sized barrel curling iron to give texture and style-ability to your hair. If your hair has plenty of natural texture, you can skip this step.
- Create a three dimensional braid by doing a standard three-stand braid, but tucking strands underneath (as opposed to on top) to give hair lift and depth on one side of your head. (Note: A “3D” braid keeps its look and volume when wearing any kind of hat.)
- Repeat the same step on the other side of your head.
- Lift and tuck any hair that’s framing your neck by simply rolling your hair upwards and pinning the ends into place.
- Now you’re ready to put on your favorite winter hat. And the best part is when you decide to take it off, this hairstyle will still look great.
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1940s Hair Tutorial
1. Start by wrapping your hair around a 1.5 inch curling iron, holding the ends of your hair out of the iron. I like to curl larger sections of hair to get a more wavy Veronica Lake type look. Continue around your head until all of your hair is wavy.
2. Separate one section of your hair from your ear forward.
3. Back comb (tease) it slightly. I do this because I have very fine hair, if you have thick hair this step is not necessary.
4. Wrap the section of hair in a counterclockwise motion around your index finger.
5. Continue wrapping until all the hair is around your finger.
6. Pull out your finger and rest the cone of hair on the top of your head. Secure with a bobby pin.
7. Do the same to the other side of your head.
8. Secure with a bobby pin. Comb fly-aways down and spray with hairspray to set.
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How To Do A Waterfall Braid/Cascade Braid
The waterfall braid also
known as the cascade braid recently exploded as the new "trend braid"
of the season. The waterfall effect looks cool and complex, but it's
easier to style than you think. Give this beautiful braid a try when
Beautylish takes you through the how-to!
STEPS 1 + 2
Section Off
The waterfall braid works best on
straight or loose waves. Brush out all the knots with a wide tooth
comb. Part your hair how you normally would, and begin your braid on the
right side of your part. Grab the top section and divide into three
strands.
STEPS 3 + 4
Braid As Usual
Braid your strands regularly
three times, beginning from the right strand. When you get to the left
strand (the part closest to the middle of the scalp), add more hair to
it like a French braid and fold that strand to the center.
STEP 5
Drop the Strand
This is where it gets tricky.
After you've French braided your left strand (now center), drop the
right strand and let it fall down. Pick up another small section of hair
next to where your original strand fell—that's your new right strand.
STEP 6
Step and Repeat
Repeat this process—French braid
the left strand, drop the right strand, and pick up an adjacent new
piece. Gradually cascade the style towards the middle of your head.
STEP 7
Pin and Secure
Once you've reached a comfortable
point to stop your braid, secure it to your scalp with bobby pins. You
don't have to pin up your hair perfectly in this section since you'll
cover up the pins with a hair accessory later.
STEPS 8 + 9 + 10
Fishtail It!
Braid the remaining piece of hair
left from your cascade into a fishtail braid. Not sure how to create
this mermaid-inspired style? It's easy with this helpful fishtail braid
tutorial. Secure the braid with a thin hair tie.
STEP 11
Accessorize
Add a cute bow or flower to hide
your bobby pins and give this look some extra hair flair. Secure your
barrette tightly to your scalp and braid for a firm hold.
Take the extra strand of hair on
the opposite side of your face and pin it back into the flower barrette
so it blends in with your cascade. Spritz with a light-hold hairspray,
and you've got yourself a beautiful and romantic summer hair style!
If you love the waterfall braid as much as us make sure to upload a photo once you've tried this gorgeous braid!
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10 Simple Homemade Tips To Get Rid of Chapped Lips
1. Honey and Vaseline:
We know that honey has amazing anti-bacterial properties and is one of the nature’s best healing agents. Vaseline or petroleum jelly is widely used to soften, nourish and protect skin from drying. By combining these two ingredients, we get a delicious and effective option of all the for chapped lips home remedies.
Apply a generous amount of pure honey all over the lips.
Then coat the lips with Vaseline and leave it for 10-15 minutes. This will let your lips absorb the honey and thus soften it. The Vaseline coating will provide additional hydration and prevent the honey from drying.
Remove the honey and Vaseline using a damp cotton cloth.
Repeat this procedure for a week for visible results.
2. Cucumber:
This cool vegetable becomes your best friend during summers, so utilise it to treat your dry and chapped lips. Cucumber also has skin lightening properties and helps remove tan. So it lightens your lips by reducing the dark patches on them.
Slice a cucumber and rub them gently on the lips.
Keep for 15 minutes and wash off with plain water. This would also make your lips soft and supple.
3. Rose Petals:
Rose petals have skin lightening properties and also make your lips hydrated. It helps to keep them pink and smooth, by retaining the natural colour.
Soak the rose petals in raw milk for a few hours.
Mash them into a smooth paste and apply on the lips.
Keep for 15-20 minutes and wash off with cool water.
4. Lip Scrub:
Scrub your lips gently to exfoliate them and to get rid of dead cells. This reveals natural colour of your lips and also makes them soft and supple. The sugar scrub is a natural exfoliater and is suitable for tender lips.
In 2 teaspoons of brown sugar, mix a few drops of olive oil.
Then add ½ teaspoon of honey and mix well. Leave this mixture for 5 minutes, so that the sugar becomes softer and thus making it easier to apply.
Apply all over the lips and scrub gently. Wash off with lukewarm water.
5. Lemon Ointment:
Lemon and sugar are effective treatments for dark and chapped lips. Lemon acts as a natural bleach and honey protects the lips form harmful effects of the free radicals.
Mix 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and honey. In it add ½ teaspoon of the castor oil and mix well.
Apply onto the lips before going to bed daily.
Repeat the procedure for 10 days for best results.
6. Aloe Vera:
Aloe contains natural ingredients and amazing healing powers for chapped lips. It strengthens the thin protective oil layer on the lips and heals the dry and chapped lips.
Apply aloe vera gel on the lips before going to bed regularly, for cooling and soothing effect.
7. Olive oil:
Olive oil is the best natural moisturiser and lubricant. The fatty acids in olive oil help cure dry and chapped lips, making them soft and supple. Apply olive twice a day for best results.
8. Flax Seed Oil:
The fatty acids in flax seed oil have nourishing properties. They penetrate into the lip tissues, making then soft and smooth. For instant smoothening, apply flax seed oil directly onto the chapped lips.
9. Oils:
Both castor oil and coconut are high in essential fatty acids, which help in curing chapped lips. Apply twice a day for immediate effect.
10. Water:
Water is the most essential part of our beauty regime. It helps to keep our body well hydrated. And lack of water results in dry and chapped lips. Therefore one should drink at least 10-12 glasses of water daily, for healthy body and smooth lips.
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HOW TO CONTOUR AND HIGHLIGHT
Take these tips from Amy to add to your ever-growing arsenal of makeup techniques. We know how difficult it is to get straight information when you’re looking through hundreds of turorials on how to perfect a makeup skill (to use bronzer or not to use bronzer?!) but as always, Amy has made it easier than ever for you to learn how to use your natural bone structure and just a few key pieces of makeup to contour and highlight your best features. Use this basic makeup tip to kick your daily beauty routine up a notch!
Contour & Highlight:
1.+ 2. Apply one layer of foundation or tinted moisturizer all over face. I used Tarte’s BB Cream in “Medium Light”. Using a foundation brush and a cream concealer (2 to 3 times lighter than your skin tone), apply concealer (the highlight) to the under eyes, down the sides of the nose, and brushed back and upward toward the hairline.
3. Using the same concealer, highlight the center of the forehead and down the bridge of the nose, upper lip, center of the chin and on your brow bone. Lastly, apply the concealer to the jawline, just under your cheekbones.
4. Once you’ve finished with all the highlighting, it’s time to apply the contour. Pick a cool-toned cream concealer or foundation thats 2 to 3 shades darker than your skin tone. Taking a smaller, stiff brush or foundation brush, apply the contour cream to the hallows of your cheeks, just below your cheekbone, all the way to your hairline.
5.+ 6. +7. Apply the same color to your forehead near your hairline, temples, jawline, the sides of your neck and to the sides of your nose.
8. Using a wet Beauty Blender or Duo Fiber Blending Brush, blend all the contour and highlighter together until there is no more distinction between the two colors.
9. Lastly, Apply a light dusting of blush, and set all the highlight with a loose powder using a small natural bristled brush. I used Tarte’s 12 Hour Amazonian Clay Blush in “Tipsy” and Make Up For Ever’s Super Matte Loose Powder in “Translucent Natural”.
Pro Tip: You can use cream or powders to contour or highlight, creams are easier to blend and tend to look more natural. Avoid using bronzer to contour. You are creating a “shadow” so think of a color that’s similar to an actual shadow, which tends to be a cooler tone. Use Bronzer to warm up your skin and make it look sun-kissed!
Favorite Products: Make Up For Ever’s Foundation Brush “30N” & Senna Cosmetic Face Sculpting Cream “1.
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