DIY make-up tips. We post these regularly, but we always cover something a little diferent. check all our blog posts for more make up tips.
Your Toolbox
Smart essentials like these Laura Mercier brushes ( www.lauramercier.com ) ( www.macys.com ) and other problem solvers will do half the work for you. Sponges to calm jittery fingers (www.beauty.com); Q-Tips dipped in makeup remover to fix smudges, An eyelash curler to create smooth curves (www.lancome.com); Oil-absorbing papers to lift shine (www.earththerapeutics.net); Visine Maximum Redness Relief Formula to brighten eyes, Wet cleansing cloths to exfoliate lips and prep them for color.
Start with Your Skin
Just as with a well-built house, a solid foundation ensures your makeup will stand the test of time (and a night of celebrating!).
Prep Your Canvas
All skin types should use an oil-free lotion for a dewy -- not shiny -- finish. Then, tap on a lightweight eye gel to smooth fine lines. Try Lancome Bienfait Aqua Vital Lotion and SK-II Advanced Eye Treatment Gel.
Apply Primer with Fingers
"It blurs deep pores and helps makeup go on evenly and stay put longer," says Menard. We recommend Korres Pomegranate Mattifying Primer (www.sephora.com)
Sponge on Foundation and Add Concealer
For your foundation, drop a quarter-size amount of liquid base onto the back of your hand, dip in a damp sponge, and perfect the middle of your face first, where skin is often reddest. Work out toward your ears, skipping eyelids. We like Clinique Even Better Foundation ( www.clinique.com )
For your concealer, we like two formulas: a creamy kind for the action-packed eye area, and a drier one to stick to blemishes. She suggests Amazing-Cosmetics Amazing-Concealer (www.ulta.com) and Cle de Peau Beaute Concealer (www.barneys.com).
Brush on Powder
Dust your T-zone with a translucent version to absorb oil, keeping the rest bare for a fresh-faced glow, says Rebecca Restrepo, a New York City makeup artist. Make Up For Ever HD Microfinish Powder gives a polished finish (sephora.com).
Ease into Eyes
The beauty of classic dark liner? It looks great on everyone and defines a captivating gaze that is visible in any photo. Follow these six steps for a soft, romantic take, or sub in smokier shadows to amp up your makeup. ( not to much though, you'll look like a racoon ).
we posted some great tips for eye make up on December 29th. Instead of duplicating it, please visit that blog for the information on how to make your eyes pop and look amazing.
Finish with Cheeks and Lips
Flash photography and a white dress can add up to a pale wedding-day look -- but not with these warm hints of blooming color. They'll keep your skin rosy and radiant from first glance to last dance.
Brush on Bronzer
Sweep it under your cheekbones, then dust your temples, forehead, and the bridge of the nose with the powder left behind on the bristles. Physicians Formula Magic Mosaic Multi-Colored Custom Bronzer works on all tones
Dab on Cream Blush
Blend onto the apples of the cheeks when you're smiling, will lock in your powder-blush's hue.
Tap On Powder Blush
Unlike sweeping it on, this technique gives the center of your cheeks a healthy flush that looks au naturel. Less is more -- your lip color will help enliven skin, too. Opt for a sheer shade like Estee Lauder Pure Color Blush ( www.esteelauder.com)
Fill In Lips
Instead of outlining, rub a rose pencil from the middle of the mouth outward. This way you’ll have evenly shaded lips when lipstick wears off. Clinique Quickliner for Lips in Neutrally is a good choice.
www.clinique.com
Apply Lipstick
Put it on straight from the tube to deposit the most color. Press it in with your finger, trace lips with concealer to prevent it bleeding, and blend in cover-up. We like Dior Addict Extreme Lipstick in Cherie Bow. www.dior.com
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