6 New shades of Lip Tars for the Fall
An ultra-emollient lipstick in a tube. Goes on slick and moist. Dries to a demi-matte finish. Incredibly opaque and long-lasting.
• ANIME: Beyond neon pink. Pageant pales by comparison.
• HUSH: Antique, bridal pink. A match for OCC Skin Airbrush Blush in Hush.
• CONQUEST: Pale, polished ivory. Great for mixing or Mod Makeup.
• PETTY BEIGE: Opaque and true, deep toned ecru.
• FONDUE: Intensely dark chocolate - think 91% cacao dark!
• BOTANICAL: It's not easy wearing green, but it's great to tone down red.
Check out my previous post from the Makeup Show New York for my thought on CC lip tars.
Retails for $12.50 at OCCMakeup.com
White eyeliner should be used with care. It can brighten the eyes or draw just the right amount of negative attention. Using the liner underneath an eyeshadow provides longevity, keeps shadow colors true and makes colors more vivid. As a highlight for the brows By drawing a very thin line right under the eyebrow and stamping it afterwards, the liner can highlight the shape of the brow and give your face an illuminated effect. I recommend variations of pearl, pink-white or butter (again, depending on complexion and desired look) * Please consider the shade of the liner and whether it compliments your complexion. A pure matte white may be too distracting on certain skin tones. Consider MAC Fluidline Gel Liner in Frostlite (off-white shade with reflective hints of gold) like MAC Powerpoint Eye Pencil Gilded White or other moderate gold-tinged whites, which work well on most skintones. Other options include beiges like Make Up For Ever (MUFE) Pearly Waterproof Eye Shadow Pencil in 13 Iridescent Beige , together with pale pinks such as Shu Uemura ME Pink, are nice options too. I was prompted to do this post by a reader who urged me to address those who where white liner in its starkest form-- a bright white line drawn across the upper lid (or bright white shadow under the brow) usually, applied with no real technique or consideration for shade or complexion.Unlike my dear reader, I am not completely opposed to the use white liner. As with anything, if used correctly, white liner can give the illusion of wider eyes and make the per son appear more alert.
Here's how to make white eyeliner work for your good...(I will only address eyes and brows, but there are many other uses)
To brighten the eyes
Lightly trace the inside of the lower rim (or the waterline) with the pencil (or on lower lash line). *For a more obvious effect, line the upper lash line as well. (Please be careful here, folks)
By lightly sweeping across the line with a cotton swab, sponge tip or pencil brush, you can tone it down. Using a white, pale gold or silver powder eyeshadow sets the pencil line to brighten the eyes.
As a base for eyeshadows
As a base for the brows
If you ever want to change the shape of your brows without actually removing hair, a white eyeliner can camouflage the unwanted hair. Color over the area with the liner and go over with concealer or foundation.
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I have not done a fashion related post in quite some time, but when I heard Mychael Knight (from season 3 of Project Runway) would be appearing on the show's upcoming "All-Star Challenge", I HAD to do a post. If you ever watched the season with Mychael he was probably one of your favs, as he is undoubtedly one of mine. Mychael's personality was always relaxed and laid-back, and his designs were reflective of his attitude. Although his designs had a flare of sexy chic, they always looked extremely comfortable and wearable.
This mini-collection from MAC is perfect for summer!MAC’s Baby Bloom line features sheer, light-weight tinted moisturizers that provide breathable beauty during the hot summer months with just the right amount of coverage for those who aren't huge foundation-wearers. The moisture tints can be used with or without another foundation as they are designed to treat the skin with healing emollients to moisturize and help prevent sun damage.Also in this collection- Suntints SPF 20 Liquid Lip Balm. This balm adds a touch of sheer color with a moisturizer and sun protection for the lips.
If you like a soft, feminine glow, I definitely recommend this collection.
Studio Moisture Tint SPF 15 - $29.50 (available in 5 shades)
Suntints SPF20 Liquid Lip Balm - $14.50 (available 5 shades)
Available at MAC counters, stores and maccosmetics.com.
Ok, its been a minute, but I'm back with a mah-velous product to share. I was so excited when I found out about this palette because it has everything you need to create a daytime or an evening look for your bride (or yourself).
