Showing posts with label makeup look. Show all posts
Showing posts with label makeup look. Show all posts

Monday, May 21, 2012

You Put That Where?! Or How I Use Eye Gel to Get A Glowy, Luminous Makeup Look

Ages ago, I posted a trick about how I like to pop in the shower with my foundation on to give my skin a steamy, healthy glow. But water, as you know, can make makeup streak and so this way is even better.

Currently, I am really obsessed with my Armani Lasting Silk UV Foundation in #4 because the texture is so creamy and lovely. On spring days when I want to wear a little less makeup, I mix my foundation with a huge dollop of Avalon Organics Lavender Luminosity Revitalizing Eye Gel. You probably have read about mixing foundation with moisturizer, but I believe this eye gel is an even better way to go, particularly if your skin is sensitive or breakout prone like mine.  Believe me! You will look like a model in a beauty ad.

I originally had this idea because I noticed this product made the skin around my eyes gleam. Who wouldn't want their whole face to look the same way?

To look foxy for a night out, I recommend using a mix of Armani foundation + Avalon Organics Lavender Luminosity Revitalizing Eye Gel, blending carefully with your fingers. Then, apply other makeup, such as blush, mascara and lipstick. After that, if you have the time, walk outside for about 30 minutes to activate the ingredients in the lavender eye gel for a "power glow."  Makeup always looks better after it is has settled into your skin a little. Some say hyaluronic acid, a major ingredient inside the gel, draws moisture from the air. The gel also contains grape seeds, green tea and lavender extracts to feed the skin as well. I love it!

My own skin is extra-sensitive, so the other solid benefit is that the gel doesn't irritate my skin and prevents breakouts. If your skin is very dry, you might need a thicker moisturizer instead. And if you have trouble justifying using a $20 eye gel as a face moisturizer, think of it as giving your skin a little spa time. You might not use this trick every day, but keep it in your makeup samurai arsenal.

Look divine! Stay amazing! XOXO!

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Teen Makeup Look: Easy on the Eyes


Step 1. Impulse and Glance.

Step 2. Darker shadows in this palette.

Step 3. The top shade is Instinct.

If you are looking to try out a new palette, Stila In the Moment  eye shadow palette is really stunning. You can create eye looks in 60 seconds flat and to prove the point, I am going to describe an easy eye look by typing for less than 5 minutes.

Step 1: Eyelids. Apply the lavender shade Impulse across your eyelids. Then, apply the purple shadow Glance to the edges of each eyelid, so a purple smudge goes on the right side on your right eyelid and on the left side of your left eyelid.

Step 2: Crease. Choose one of the darker shadows, such as Whim, a deep copper, or Improve, an inky purple, into the crease above your eyelids for added definition. You also can line the outer corners of your eyes with Whim for a more intense, nighttime look.

Step 3: Highlight. Apply Instinct, a pinkish-platinum shadow, below your eyebrow to make your eyes look larger and open up the look.

Finish with eyeliner for a rock 'n roll edge. Last but not least, follow the words printed on this beautiful makeup palette: "Cherish the beauty of the moment."

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Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Rodarte Fall 2012 Makeup Look

Rodarte! Lead makeup artist James Kaliardos for NARS Cosmetics conceived dreamy beauty looks for the Rodarte Fall 2012 fashion show. This show is always one of the highlights of New York Fashion Week.  

On the face, the makeup team used NARS sheer glow foundation, NARS bronzing powder in Laguna and blush in Madly. The makeup team also applied NARS blush in Gaiety on the outer corner of the eyes. I adore the sweep of hot pink on the outer corners of the eyes. This look took my breath away.



Rodarte designers Kate and Laura Mulleavy said, “We were inspired by Australia for this collection. 
We wanted to reference Aboriginals, the outback, and the Dust Bowl, 
along with a Victorian reference and bring them together in a rugged way.”