January Jones’ Polished Pout

Posted in Celebrity Beauty & Style, Celebrity Makeup, Celebrity Makeup Tips, Tip Of The Week on August 22nd, 2011 by Eva Knapp
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January Jones' Crimson Pout

To add bombshell to any look, try out the newest beauty trend – a juicy crimson colored pout. One beauty who is known for this bold look is January Jones who sported it at the Golden Globes.

Red lips are a great way to add drama to an otherwise natural look.  They’re also perfect if you are looking to take a daytime look into nighttime. And don’t be scared if you have never tried red lips before; you can always start with a sheer lip shade.

For a look like January’s, fill in lips with a matte red pencil to bond the gloss to the mouth, keep it from bleeding, and give it some depth. Next, gently buff the penciled-in lips with a cotton swab to leave a sheer stain behind, and carefully brush a richly pigmented red lip gloss on top.

 

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Stay On a Budget with Marion Cotillard’s Day to Night Look

Posted in celebrities makeup, Celebrity Makeup Tips, Celebrity Style, How To Makeup, Tip Of The Week on August 11th, 2011 by Eva Knapp
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Marion Cotillard's Budget Friendly Makeup Look

While every woman wishes she could splurge on loads of makeup with options for day and night, the reality is that all bank accounts are not created equal. With tumultuous markets and uncertain economy, we thought it best to offer you some of our top makeup money saving tips.

Some women feel that they should invest in a premium foundation – others stick to savvy drugstore buys.  Whatever expensive products you feel you need, you can always cut costs somewhere. Even though celebrities have all the finest makeup artists and beauty products around, just remember, you can still achieve the same look no matter what your budget.

Instead of purchasing separate day and night makeup, opt for shades that can be worn any time.  And, don’t waste makeup by changing it just to go out at night. Instead use some Skindinavia makeup setting spray to keep you looking perfect all day long into the night.  Just touch up a bit before heading out!  Not only is this a money saver, but it’s a time saver as well!

Take Marion Cotillard’s look for example.  Her rouge cheeks, dramatic balmy eyes and rosy lips are a sexy, sophisticated and perfect for a day in the office or a glam evening out.

  1. Start with Skindinavia makeup setting spray to make your look last from day to night.
  2. Then, lightly apply a black/brown liner on the top lash lines.
  3. Next, apply a shimmery gold shadow to the lids and crease, softly tapping the powder into the lower lash line to create a cohesive look.
  4. For lips use a cool-based red lip shade.
  5. Give cheeks a pop of pink with a few swipes of pink blush.

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Bushy Brows are Back!

Posted in celebrity beauty, Celebrity Beauty & Style, Celebrity Makeup, Featured, Natural Beauty, Tip Of The Week on July 28th, 2011 by Eva Knapp
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Pippa Middleton does big brows right!

If you’ve seen any recent catwalk pics you may have noticed that big brows are back! Well-groomed brows are the name of the game this summer but don’t go too thick or too thin.

Eyebrows are the most under-appreciated feature on your face with arguably the most impact, and we’re huge advocates of anything that supports our case against makeup excess. What better way to lighten the cosmetic load than to let your luscious brows be front and center?

The celebrity of the moment advocating the trend is Pippa Middleton is with her shapely eyebrows that frame her natural face.  Several other celebrities like Leighton Meester and Mary Kate Olsen are all growing out their thin caterpillars for hotter bushier eyebrows  – so don’t over-pluck just to fill it in with a layer of brow powder.

Take the time to shape your brows to get that perfect arch, and use a brow powder to accentuate your existing brows. Super-sculpted and shapely brows are also the perfect complement to some of this summer’s top eye makeup trends.

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Kristen Bell is Peachy Perfect

Posted in Celebrity Makeup, eye makeup, Eye Makeup Ideas, How To Makeup, Natural Beauty, Tip Of The Week on July 15th, 2011 by Eva Knapp
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Peachy Perfect Kristen Bell

Freshen up your look with a tropical eye makeup look featuring peach tones and vibrant pinks!

Kristen Bell knows how to keep it au natural for summer with peach eyeshadow followed by a light apricot liner. By using a light colored pencil instead of your usual black or brown, your eyes will look brighter and natural!

To do, prime lids with concealer or foundation, then using a firm patting motion apply peach or beige eyeshadow all over the lid. Apply pink eyehshadow to the outside corners of the eyes in a horizontal v-shape and blend well into the crease.

Line 3/4′s of the upper lashline with a dark kohl pencil and smudge. Finish off with mascara and don’t forget a quick mist of Skindinavia’s No More Shine Makeup Finishing as your setting spray for makeup that lasts all day!

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Diane Kruger Smokey Brown Eyes

Posted in celebrities makeup, Celebrity Makeup, Celebrity-Makeup-Eye-Makeup-Ideas, eye makeup, Eye Makeup Ideas, How To Makeup, Tip Of The Week on July 14th, 2011 by Eva Knapp
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Diane Kruger goes summer sultry!

Diane Kruger’s sultry smoky brown eye is a main-stay staple for every gal on the go – and its an easy option that’ll highlight your bronzed summer skin.

Especially great for blondes, this look enhances the eyes and can be worn night or day. Her eyes are subtle, yet sculpted with a taupe shadow that she swept along the brow bone.

  1. Begin by carefully lining the top and bottom of the eyes with a dark brown liner. Soften the lines by gently smudging with a fingertip or cotton swab.
  2. Line the top and bottom of the eyes next with a matte brown eye shadow using a small brush. Stay close to the eyes, and blend out toward the crease. The color should be in a chocolate or lighter cocoa color. Stay away from red- or pink-toned browns which might give you a sickly look and highlight the red in your eyes.
  3. Dust the eyelid with a lighter color. Look for a shimmery shadow in gold.
  4. Finish with volumizing waterproof mascara on the eyelashes.
  5. Use softer shades of makeup on the lips and cheeks so nothing will compete with the dramatic eyes. Soft and light nude shades look best.
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