A Makeup Artist and Southern Gal from New Orleans, Louisiana! Over 13 years of experience in the Makeup Industry! Sharing everything I've learned like Beauty Tips & Tricks, How-to, Q&A, Fashion and More!!! So Join In, and experience beauty with me!!
I have always believed that anyone can wear whatever color she wants as long as it suits her personality. However, it's important when choosing eye colors that you work with the right shade and tone for your skin. Dark Skin With darker skin, there are several factors to consider when choosing eyeshadows. Different shadow colors… Continue reading Working With Your Skin Tone!!! Tips & Tricks for every Skin Tone!!!!
Layering is applying eyeshadow on a gradient, with the lightest shadow color under the brow bone and the darkest color along the lash line. This technique is great for any makeup novice and essential for people with mono-lids as well as thin-lids. You can layer up to four shades, ending with a layer of… Continue reading Eyeshadow Techniques: Layering Eyeshadow!!!
Highlighting Tips Using Highlighting Drops Kiko Milano Metal Fusion Highlighting Drops for the face and body. Use them to create an all-over radiant effect. Liquid highlighter for a radiant face and/or body. Formula enriched with pigments that help to conceal imperfections and exalt the complexion. The product can be used alone to highlight the… Continue reading Highlighting Tips!!! Using Kiko Milano Metal Fusion Highlighting Drops!
Tips Before We Begin: Apply your eye base first. Do not apply any foundation or face makeup. Apply your eye makeup first. It will feel a little strange at first because the order in which you do things is different. However, when working with dark shadows, and pigments, you will inevitably have "fall-out" collect underneath… Continue reading Makeup & Eyes: Smokey Eyes for Beginners!!!
Next, to lipstick, mascara is one of the most popular beauty items purchased and used by women. Mascara defines the eyes and brings attention and color to the lashes. Different formulas offer a variety of effects including, volume, length, curl, or definition. My preference has more to do with the wand's brush than the formula.… Continue reading Mascara for Beginners!!!
To give your lips a delicious glow, you need a great lip gloss. There's no need to spend a fortune, though - it's easy to make your own great lip gloss. Gather together the following ingredients: 2 tablespoons petroleum jelly 1 teaspoon honey 2 drops extract - peppermint, strawberry, vanilla are particularly good, but just use… Continue reading How To Make Your Own Lip Gloss!!!!
If you're feeling tired and you've stared at a computer screen (or phone screen) for too long or you're simply fighting off a cold, your eyes might start to look really red and tired. Here's a simple three-step plan to make them sparkle again: A lack of water can make your eyes look really tired,… Continue reading How To Make Your Eyes Look Brighter!!!
Make the most of any opportunity you get in front of a camera. Practice these useful tips to make sure you always look your best. Brush your hair quickly, in case it's sticking up and check that you don't have anything stuck between your teeth. Don't face the camera head-on. Turn your body slightly to… Continue reading How To Look Better In Pictures!!!
Different hairstyles suit different face shapes. The four main face shapes are Oval, Round, Heart-Shaped, and Square. To figure out what shape your face is, pull all your hair back with a headband. Look in a mirror and trace around the outline of your face with a lipstick or eyeliner, onto the mirror (the sharp… Continue reading How to Figure Out Your Face Shape!!!
Makeup brushes are the best way to apply makeup, and they should be cleaned regularly. Wash them every week or two to keep your brushes clean and your face healthy! Let's get started cleaning those brushes! Squirt a little baby shampoo into a cup and fill it with warm water. Swish the brushes in the… Continue reading How To Clean Your Makeup Brushes!!!
