You have Found “The Make Up Artist” everyone in NYC is talking about...Khush Singh. Simply put, "She loves the art of makeup and as a painter, prides herself on having additional canvases to explore."Most easily she can be described as being born with a brush in her hand and her work speaks for itself. We invite you to peruse her blog, portfolio and websites.
The Oscars are the culmination of the awards show season, which has kept our favorite celebrities in the public eye since early January (yay!).
We've been avidly watching for beauty trends, and have seen a few key ones emerge. Two of them - smoldering eyes and natural makeup, are tried and true red carpet favorites. But there a few key makeup musts that have emerged as must-wear trends for spring. Purple eye shadow, which makes all eye colors pop, is huge, as are bright pink lips and messy hair - either bouffant style or down.
Sure, everyone’s heard of getting beauty sleep, but what about getting beauty products to improve sleep?
Murad, the El Segundo, Calif.-based skin care brand that’s helped bring ingredients such as pomegranate to consumers’ attention, is carving out a niche for beauty solutions to the nightmare of no sleep. A duo of products launching next month, Sleep Reform Serum at $97 for 1 oz. and Sleep Reform Dietary Supplements at $49.50 for 60 tablets, is Murad’s introduction to the snooze business, which could eventually expand to an array of recommended sleep remedies within Murad’s skin care portfolio.
From moisturizer to powder to gel, here's a rundown of get-the-glow goodies.
1. Tinted moisturizer Tinted moisturizer offers no-commitment glow and moisture in one, plus SPF protection in most cases. Go a shade deeper than one you'd ordinarily use, such as medium if you have a fair complexion and so on. The super sheer quality will give you just a hint of colour.
Products to try: Dermalogica Sheer Moisture SPF 15 ($53, www.dermalogica.ca); DuWop Revolution Face SPF 15 ($30, www.sephora.com); or Cover Girl Advance Radiance Age-Defying Sheer Moisturizing Makeup SPF 15 ($12.99, drugstores).
2. Moisturizers with a bit of self-tanner These popular hybrids are goof-proof routes to a natural-looking colour. The low DHA content (2 per cent or lower) as well as regular exfoliation make streaks pretty much impossible. Try Jergens Natural Glow Face Daily Moisturizer ($9.99), which comes in three shades, or Evian Affinity Holiday Skin Moisturiser ($25, www.evianaffinity.ca). For sun protection too, look for Olay Touch of Sun Daily UV Facial Moisturizer SPF 15 ($19.99).
3. Self-tanner Of course, if you want to make a safe colour commitment, self-tanner for the face is your answer. Try Yves Rocher Lift Effect Sunless Tanning Care ($12.50, Yves Rocher boutiques; www.yvesrocher.ca), which delivers an instant cooling effect as well as wrinkle smoothing, plus colour in an hour; Clarins Sheer Bronze Self Tanning Hydrating Gel for Face ($28, www.clarins.com) with antioxidants develops colour in under two hours; or Neutrogena Build-A-Tan Face SPF 15 ($12.99, drugstores), which lets you customize the intensity.
4. Powder The news with powder formats this season is matte, which is terrific for oily skin. Try N.Y.C. Matte Bronzer ($3.99, drugstores); Physician's Formula Baked Pyramid Matte Bronzer ($19.99, drugstores); or Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess Soft Matte Bronzer ($40, department stores).
5. Gel and liquid Sheer gel formulas are good for dry skin. Try Stila Sun Gel ($24, Holt Renfrew; www.sephora.com), Laura Mercier Bronzing Gel ($30, Holt Renfrew; www.sephora.com) or Clinique True Bronze Bronzing Gel for Face ($18.50, department stores; www.sephora.com). Liquids also offer a really natural look because they sink into skin rather than sit on top. As well, you can mix in moisturizer or foundation to customize a shade. Try Lancôme Star Bronzer liquid highlighter ($31, department stores; www.sephora.com) or Origins Sunny Disposition Liquid Bronzer ($25, select Bay stores).
Good-to-glow application tips: 1. Make gentle exfoliation a regular part of your cleansing regimen to ensure even colour, whatever medium you choose.
2. Bronzer that is too dark makes skin look muddy. The lighter your skin, the lighter gold your shade should be. The darker your skin, the more copper your shade should be. Thankfully, finding the right hue is easier now because corresponding skin tones are often indicated on the packaging, as is the case with L'Oreal Paris Glam Bronze Pressed Powder ($13.95, drugstores), Guerlain Terracotta Light Sheer Bronzing Powder ($44, Guerlain boutiques; select Bay stores) and YSL Poudre de Soleil SPF 10, ($58, Holt Renfrew).
3. Using a powder? Start with an all-over dusting of translucent powder so the bronzer goes on evenly. Dip a powder or blush brush into bronzer, tap bristle tips against a tissue or the back of your other hand, then sweep across the tops of cheeks, bridge of the nose, and on your temples, with the barest bit on the chin.
4. Going with a gel or liquid? Give your moisturizer time to sink into bare skin, then apply gel or liquid bronze sparingly with fingertips.
5. Bright pink or deep rose blush on the apples of cheeks over bronzer mimics the rosy just-out-of-the-sun glow. Try Benefit Dallas ($34, select Bay stores; www.sephora.com), a warm rose hue that looks good on a range of complexions; Benefit Benetint ($28) cheek stain before bronzer is also a great-for-everyone flush.
6. Using tinted moisturizer or moisturizer with self-tanner? Highlight smooth cheekbones with shimmery CARGO Beach Blush in Cable Beach or Echo Beach ($26, select Bay stores; www.sephora.com).
Now that you're a self-bronzing expert, feel free to continue after winter wanes -- a glowing, seemingly sunkissed complexion is always welcome, whatever the season.
L’Occitane en Provence, which has produced natural skin care products with ingredients such as lavender sourced from local French farmers for decades, is introducing in spring its first collection of organic facial skin care products, called Organic Olive Oil Cream Based Care.
The five-item collection, which is poised to launch in April, includes a cleansing foam and milk, a masque, a moisturizer and a toning mist. Prices for the line, which is Ecocert certified, have yet to be finalized. Also, word is out that L'Occitane will be revamping their current product lines and will be adding new fragrances.
WHY: Everyone's always on the look out for effortless ways to achieve an even svelter silhouette. In lieu of a girdle, tights are a glorious alternative. Sculptz line is a perfect blend--83% nylon, 17% Spandex--that smooths you in all the right places. They're available in black, brown, gray and plum shades. Panels pull in your tummy, hips and thighs, and your rear is addressed with a "special lifting design." You'll definitely feel slimmer--but more importantly, you won't spend 20 minutes squeezing into them while crashing around the boudoir. Your ego will thank you.
It’s been a rough week, getting back into the groove after two weeks of eating, drinking, and sleeping till whenever. And chances are, your eyes are showing the wear and tear of early mornings at the gym and late nights catching up at the office. All they need is a little TLC in the form of Klorane Smoothing and Relaxing Eye Patches. Stick ‘em on as you’re waiting for your dinner to be delivered and let the cornflower water and chamomile de-puff and refresh.
THE DETAILS: package of 7 pairs, $18; www.beauty.com
The Look: Ok girls, it is no longer the time for those fake nails,now is the time to let your nails breathe. So take off that chipped polish by buffing them into a high-shine finish.
The Trick: Easy does it! Instead of using a standard emery board, which can wear down the surface of the nail, use a buffing block to gently stoke the top of nails until they have a mirror-like shine. You can get this look for less than $5. Check out your local rug store, to get your very own buffing block and start buffing today!
Remember: Avoid peeling or scraping off your nail polish. You should avoid using metal instruments for pushing back the cuticles. It is perilous to cut the cuticles of your nails, as the skin bonds with the nail there.
Whatever you call them, they’re equally as deflating as getting your period before a pool party or feeling fat in your favorite dress.
But now, we’re happy to announce that overnight zit control comes in a convenient little bottle. And for those plagued with skin irritations, this stuff might as well be packaged with its very own hallelujah choir.
So what IS this magical concoction? It’s Sonya Dakar’s Drying Potion. And it heals pesky zits, both above and below the skin’s surface, fast!
Don’t believe us? Ask Drew Barrymore and Kirsten Dunst. These two bigwigs are confident this product, along with Sonya Dakar’s skincare line, is the reason they enjoy blemish-free, uber-flawless skin. Hey, beauty professionals don’t call Sonya the “Fairy Skin Mother” for nothing!
So the next time you wanna pick, poke, squeeze, and pinch, don’t. Just dab. In the morning you’ll be saying, “Blemish? What blemish?”
Our beauty resolution? To get pretty from the inside out.
It's official, 2009 is here. ‘Tis the time to either embrace or forgo the New Year’s resolutions. This year, don’t be tough on yourself and make promises you have no intent to keep. Instead, pick something totally doable. You’ll feel better about yourself and your year.
This year, join in on our beauty resolution - we’d love the company! Here are some resolutions we’ve assembled to make our insides feel as good as our outsides look:
1. Drink more water. Water is the most important thing you can put into your body. The more you sip, the more toxins you flush out, leaving a more energetic and lively you. Our Goal: Gulp down at least 12oz per day.
2. Get more sleep. Believe us, we understand that busy lifestyles make it hard to get the proper amount of shut-eye. But, if you wanna be at your most productive the hours your eyes are open, you’ll make time to hit the hay. Plus, dark circles don’t look good on anyone! Our goal: Rely on sleep, not caffeine, to get us through our day. That means eight hours in the sack.
3. Eat better. And, by this, we don’t mean diet. Rather, we suggest you pay attention to where food comes from, what it’s treated with, how it’s packaged, and prepared. Our goal: Buy locally grown produce as much as possible, and stay away from food wrapped or cooked in harmful plastics.
Turn over a new leaf in 2009, and not just the "OMG I must juice fast for two weeks!" one.
Every woman we know has a pile of makeup in her drawer that she 'sometimes' uses. Translation: Never uses, but keeps just in case she finally learns how to properly apply blue eyeshadow.
Beauty products do have a shelf life, however, and chances are that blue eyeshadow with the glimmery bits that you bought a couple years ago (for Halloween?) has long expired. Here's a quick guide on the shelf lives of typical beauty products. We've listed them in alphabetical order. Oh, and just one quick little 'PS': Please keep in mind that these are estimates, no matter what anyone tells you it's unlikely you'll go blind from using two-year-old mascara...however don’t let your makeup lie around for months, seasons... years. Toss it before it goes bad and becomes a possible health hazard. Here's what to chuck - and when.
Lip Color When to toss: Eight months to a year. Some experts say 1-2 years. Others say up to 4 years. What everyone agrees on is that if it smells rancid, throw it out, it's spoiled. How to extend its life: Buy lip glosses, sticks, and balms in tubes not pots. Products in tubes are not exposed to the germs on your hands and will therefore last longer. Extra tip: If you store lipstick in the refrigerator, it will last longer. Bonus tip: Want your lipstick to last longer during the day? Shade in lips with lip liner before applying lipstick.
Lip liner: Up to 3 years. Extra tip: Skip the push-up lipliners. They're expensive, tend to break and you never really know how much you have left until you run out. No need to spend money on lip liners, there's no secret to greatness for this product. Save your money for powders and foundation. Mascara When to toss: When it’s dry, you’ve had an eye infection, or after three months. Extra tip: If you don't want your mascara to expire faster than its fresh date, don't pump the wand in and out -- it forces air in and will dry out your supply.
Liquid makeup When to toss: After every season. How to extend its life: Unfortunately, this one can’t be saved. The liquid foundation you used during summer won’t last through winter. Best to toss it after the season and get something more appropriate for your present skin tone and texture. Dry makeup When to toss: One year. How to extend life: Buy eye shadows, blush, and powders in colors you’re more likely to use. This way, you’ll toss out an empty container and not a full one.
Foundations Generally Check the ingredients: A water-based foundation will last up to 12 months, oil-based will last up to 18 months (although we recommend a change every season). You may find you need two different shades of foundation each year: One for summer when your skin is naturally darker and one for winter when you're lighter.
Extra tip: If your water-based foundation dries out before it's expiration date, simply add a few drops of alcohol-free toner and shake to mix it in. No need to do this to oil-based foundations. Because they contain oil, they will tend to separate. You have to shake anyway.
Nail Polish: Up to 12 months, depending on the quality and how many times you take it on a plane (the cap always unscrews on me during flights, leaving my purse a -- fume-y -- mess!).
Concealer: Up to 12 months.
Cream & gel cleansers: 1 year.
Pencil eye liner Should be sharpened regularly: Will last up to 3 years.
Halloween is not the only time of year that we paint our faces in disguise. Many of us do it every day! Although makeup can seem fairly benign -- a poof of powder here, a swipe of lipstick there -- up to 60% of whatever you put on your skin is absorbed directly into your bloodstream. So, especially if you think carefully about what you eat and attempt to avoid ingredients like high fructose corn syrup, it's worth reading the back of that tube of mascara to figure out exactly what's in it. Think of it like this: you are not only what you eat, but also what you put on your face.
Parabens and Phalates, oh my Certain widely used additives have begun to raise questions, and can be deemed dubious at best. Parabens, for example, which are preservatives used in makeup to prevent microbial growth, ostensibly to protect consumers, might very well be estrogen-imitating endocrine distruptors implicated in carcinogenesis. The data is thus far inconclusive but scientists have detected the substance in breast cancer tissue. According to the Guardian's Ravi Somaiya, "some scientists are even worried that soaps and detergents are changing the gender of fish that live near outflow pipes." Phalates, which are found in nail polishes and fragrances, have also been found to have an effect on the reproductive systems of lab animals, and to be absorbed by the human body.
The Laissez-Faire USDA According to New York Times reporter Natasha Singer,
Since 1938, when Congress gave the Food and Drug Administration limited authority over beauty products, cosmetics has been a largely self-regulating industry. Beauty manufacturers are required to ensure the safety of their cosmetics before they go on sale, but the federal agency has never defined safety, according to an agency spokeswoman.
Some health groups have raised questions about the possible long-term or cumulative effects of exposure to all the chemicals in everyday products. "They test in the short term for immediate reactions to make sure the product doesn't cause your skin to itch, get red or fall off," said Jeanne Rizzo, executive director of the Breast Cancer Fund, a nonprofit group in San Francisco. "But we don't know the long-term effect of multiple exposures to chemicals in cosmetics that can get absorbed in your skin and end up in your urine or your bloodstream."
Legislature and Leadership Maureen Ryan of The Green Guide writes that California has recently taken the lead in the safe cosmetics campaign. Last year, the state implemented the California Safe Cosmetics Act "that requires cosmetic companies to tell state health authorities if a product contains any ingredient listed on California's comprehensive Proposition 65 list of chemicals deemed carcinogenic by the International Agency for Research on Cancer, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) or the National Toxicology Program and those considered as reproductive toxins by the National Toxicology Program's Center for the Evaluation of Risks to Human Reproduction." Ryan reports that Washington state has recently passed a similar bill. The European Union is equally concerned. A policy called the Registration, Evaluation and Authorization of Chemicals (REACH), which will require cosmetics firms collect comprehensive data on the possible risks of the substances to human health and to the environment, was recently instituted by the EU.
1. Mercury: A tiny amount of this potent nervous-system toxin, which accumulates in the body, is allowed as a preservative in eye-area cosmetics, such as mascara.
2. Coal-tar Colors: These chemicals are found in many "FD&C" or "D&C" colors used in makeup and hair dye. FD&C Blue 1 and FD &C Green 3 are carcinogenic, and impurities in other colors -- D&C Red 33, FD&C Yellow 5 and FD&C Yellow 6 -- have been shown to cause cancer when applied to the skin.
3. Formaldehyde: Found in eye shadows, mascaras and nail polishes, formaldehyde is "reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen," according to the National Toxicology Program's "Ninth Report on Carcinogens" (January 2001). The EPA classifies it as a probable human carcinogen. In its liquid state, formaldehyde, present in the ingredients DMDM hydantoin, diazolidinyl urea, and quaternium-15, can be absorbed through the skin and nails.
The Ugly Green cosmetics are good for the environment too. Just as organic food production reduces the amount of toxic pesticides leased upon the Earth, so too does organic makeup production. Plus, most eco-friendly makeup lines use recycled packaging, and soy-based inks, and generally promote and stick to an ethos of sustainability. One specific way to decrease your carbon footprint is to eschew petroleum-based lipsticks and gloss, which deplete an non-renewable resource. Beware of over-wrought terminology, however, which is simply a byproduct of marketing wizardry. Treehugger's John Laumer speaks to the current fashion for organic mineral makeup: "A concentrated uranium ore right out of the bowels of the earth would be organic right? Bottom line: in mineral comparisons the term organic has little meaning."
The Good It's worth noting that even very expensive "luxury" beauty produce are often fortified with toxic additives. Khiel's, for example, ranks high on every parabens watchdog's hit list. But what to wear? Even the most virtuous eco-warriors among us might occasionally seek a bit of shimmer or gloss. Thankfully, there are plenty of organic and eco-friendly makeup lines to choose from. Consider these options should you hope to feel truly fresh-faced and fancy-free.
Dr. Hauschka Novum Lipgloss ($16.95; www.drhauschka.com, 800-247-9907); Perfect Organics Super Moisturizing Shea Butter Balm ($3.99); and Suncoat Natural Lip Shimmer ($8.99; www.suncoatproducts.com, 519-780-0149).
Eye cosmetics, full of potentially irritating substances like talc, can be especially problematic. Some mascaras, especially lash-building ones, have been found to contain the mercury-based preservative thimerasol, which may cause allergic reactions and is a known neurotoxin. Instead consider Dr. Hauschka Mascara Intermezzo ($23.50; www.drhauschka.com, 800-247-9907); Miessence Pure Black Mascara ($20.50; bodysoul.mionegroup.com); or Gabriel Color Eyeshadow ($10.30; www.gabrielcosmeticsinc.com, 800-497-6419).
As for foundations and powders, Real Purity Creme Foundation ($23.99) and Powder Blush ($12.99; www.realpurity.com, 800-253-1694); Dr. Hauschka Translucent Make-up ($32.50) and Rouge Powder ($26; www.drhauschka.com, 800-247-9907); and Aveda Uruku Cheek-Lip cream ($14; www.aveda.com) are good bets. For concealer, consider: Gabriel Cosmetics Concealer ($11.50; www.gabrielcosmeticsinc.com, 800-497-6419); Earth's Beauty Undereye Light Concealer ($12.95; www.earthsbeauty.com, 888-586-9719)
Some makeup tips are so good, they work any time of the year.
DEFINE YOUR BROWS. Use mascara to accentuate your shape and conceal any patchy gaps. We like working with Estée Lauder Sumptuous Bold Volume Lifting Mascara, $19.50, since it has a mousselike texture.
CONCEAL DARK CIRCLES. Dust a thin line of taupe shadow under your lower lashes to offset any bluish under-eye circles, says Matin. “It’s an insider trick if you’re running low on concealer,” he adds. Try Neutrogena Nourishing Eye Duo in Iced Coffee, $8.49.
PLUMP YOUR LIPS. Sparkly eye shadow dabbed in the center of your lips gives the effect of fullness. “The shimmer draws light, so your lips seem to bow out naturally,” explains Miller. We like Laura Mercier Eye Colour in Primrose, $22.
GET GLOWY. Mix a pinch of metallic eye shadow into face lotion to warm your complexion. Our pick: American Beauty Copper Glow, $15.50.
Maximize your blush. Take a creamy rose blush, and apply it in a half-moon shape under your brow bone and over the tops of your cheekbones. “You’ll get a subtle sheen that draws attention to your eyes and makes your face glow,” explains Page.
Tap lip gloss under your brows. Sounds crazy, but patting on a soft, shimmery pink gloss helps highlight and lift your eyes, says Paish. Use a nonsticky formula (so your lashes don’t get stuck!), and blend in.
Wear contrasting eye-shadow colors. It’s a hot trend for fall, but just work with what you already have. Apply a bright, intense hue (like purple) on your upper lids, then drag a softer hue (pearly green) along your lower lash line, recommends Page.
Put bronzer on your lashes. Comb loose bronze powder through lashes instead of mascara. “You’ll get a subtle sparkle that’s so sexy for night since it catches the light,” says Miller. One swipe should do it — you don’t want any excess flakes to fall under your eyes. Try MAC Pigment Powders, $19.50.
Rub face primer on your body. Skin-revealing dresses are still in for fall, so your legs and arms need to shine. The pros smooth on regular makeup primer. “Primers contain light diffusers that even out and enhance your skin tone,” explains Miller. “So it’s great to apply them anywhere you want to draw extra attention.” We like Lancôme’s La Base Pro, $42.
Swirl cherry lip gloss on your cheeks. Dick Page, artistic director for Shiseido the Makeup, recommends using bright red gloss or balm on your apples to enhance your natural glow. “You can layer on more or less to get the exact level of rosiness that you want,” he says. Try Nivea’s Cherry Tinted Lip Care, $2.99.
Trade bronzer for blush. To get the chiseled cheekbones from the catwalks, sweep bronzer (instead of powder blush) onto the hollows of the cheeks. “This creates shadows and depth so your cheekbones stand out more,” notes Paish. You also can use a darker shade of powder that’s left over from summer.
“Paint” on your foundation. Models looked especially airbrushed on the fall runways. To get the look: Use a makeup brush to put on liquid foundation. “The bristles evenly distribute the product, so you get this soft veil of coverage,” says Miller. When going over tricky areas (like under the eyes or around the nose), squeeze the tip to flatten the edge to smooth out lines. Every few days, remember to wash your brush with shampoo to remove buildup.
Turn old into new! Instead of buying all new lipsticks, layer your existing shades to create fun fall options. Combine brown and pink to make a sultry rose, red and purple for plum, and coral and red for fuchsia.
Make your red lipstick racier. Apply pressed powder in between coats to intensify your everyday red lipstick. “The powder pulls out the oil from the lipstick, so you’re left with a deep, matte stain, which is exactly the kind of effect you want right now,” says Chantel Miller, MAC senior makeup artist. Her pick: MAC Select Sheer/ Pressed Powder, $21.
Outline your pucker with a brow pencil. To prevent your bold lip color from creeping past the corners, “rim your mouth with a flesh-colored brow pencil — its waxy formula is great at preventing any smudging,” says Matin, Neutrogena cosmetic-science expert.
Pat foundation over your lips. The nude, mod lip is the balance to this season’s rich colors. You don’t even need any lipstick to pull it off. “Just dip a makeup sponge in foundation, press it to your lips, and let it dry for a few seconds,” says Shane Paish, Dior global makeup adviser. “Finish it off with a clear lip gloss to add some shine, and you’re good to go.” Dior Addict Ultra Gloss Reflect in Tulle, $24.50, is great for this trick.
The Look: “Vanessa was still bronzed from touring in Mexico, so I played up her glow with makeup that suited her luminous skin,” says makeup artist Brett Freedman, founder of VanityMark Cosmetics. To give Vanessa a pale, matte eye, Freedman swept a chocolate shadow all over her lids followed by a frosty shade on the lids below the crease. He lined her eyes with Kat Von D’s Autograph eye liner and piled on four layers of VanityMark the LASH mascara to make the eyes pop. And they certainly do pop and of course look gorgeously defined as well!
The Trick:To prevent clumpy mascara, wiggle the wand at the lash roots to separate individual hairs before sweeping the wand along your lashes. Also, another neat trick is to apply a definition mascara in one or two sweeps from root to tip and then a volume mascara just at the root base to give extra umph!
The time of year has come once again. Summer’s fleeting sun is fading and giving way to autumn’s cool breeze. As soon as we feel that first nip of cool air, we know it is time to put the sandals and shorts away and opt for warmer corduroys and cozy sweaters.
But many of us don’t know that we should also be changing our beauty and makeup regime come fall. From richer hues to deep-moisturizing skin care, here are the summer products to store and some new fall products to add:
Skin Care STORE: oil-fighting cleansers and lightweight gel lotions ADD: hydrating cleansers and moisture-rich creams
Those gel lotions that have you feeling fresh and light during the summer months don’t contain the rich ingredients that your skin needs when the temperature starts to drop. Even if your skin type is oily or combination, the cold weather can strip away moisture, leaving it dry, flaky and chapped. To fight this effect, switch to face creams that contain shea butter. Also look for products that lock in your skin’s moisture content, such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin and urea.
Although it’s obvious in the summer, sunscreen is important all year round. Choose a lotion that has sun block, with a minimum SPF 30 to wear underneath your makeup.
Foundation STORE: bronzers and tan colored foundation ADD: paler winter foundation and bronzing liquid
Summer to fall can be a tough time to figure out what kind of foundation you should be wearing. Due to sun exposure, our skin picks up a darker brown shade during the summer, but that tan can fade quickly once cool weather hits.
To successfully transition a foundation to the fall, it is best to mix a moisturizing winter shade (a paler shade) of foundation with a liquid bronzer. This will allow you to naturally evolve your foundation to match your skin’s original shade in the winter. Fall is also a good time to toss out your old foundation (which can get contaminated with bacteria) and invest in a new one.
New Hues STORE: pastel, pink and peach shades ADD: rich brown, purple and jeweled colors
The pretty pastels of summer will leave you looking washed out come fall. Natural daylight becomes greyer in cooler months and subtle shades may come across as lackluster on the skin. This is the time to switch to warmer, tawnier shades like berries, plums and emeralds to complement the tweeds and browns in your fall wardrobe.
If you are really looking for something different, watch out for silvers and golds to be making a bold statement in makeup this season. A shimmery, metallic hue dusted over your eyes or cheeks will illuminate your entire face.
Lip Care STORE: long lasting and anti-fade lipstick ADD: moisturizing lipstick, lip-gloss and lip balm
Those anti-fade lipsticks that claim to last up to 12 hours without re-application usually sacrifice moisture for staying power. This can further dry out your lips, which tend to get easily chapped and parched in cooler weather.
Your pucker will thank you for choosing super moisturizing and non-irritating ingredients, such as canola oil and vitamin E. Look for other soothing ingredients such as lanolin, petrolatum, aloe vera, jojoba and beeswax on labels.
Hair Care STORE: water based volumizing hairsprays ADD: hot oil treatments and hair masks
Spending a lot of time outdoors during the summer can wreak havoc on your tresses. Fall is the perfect time to get your hair back into shape by trimming off dull, dead ends. Add much needed moisture with a treatment that penetrates deep into the hair shaft before showering.
It is also a good time to tone down summer highlights and opt for a warmer one-tone look, more suitable for the season. _____________________________________________ a makeover for a new season
Just as you get excited about shopping for the season’s hottest new fashion trends, you should be equally as excited about your makeup. Experiment and find out what works for you. Always keep an eye out for free beauty consultations and makeovers.
With so many companies unveiling their new fall cosmetics line, they will be eager to show you how you can look your best as the seasons change.
Glowing skin will no longer remain a privilege of a few. Try these simple skin care tips from your kitchen for glowing skin…
Use cucumber juice with milk to cleanse your face instead of cleanser from a bottle
If you want to refresh your face instantly, then rub a wedge of lemon over it. Leave it on for 15-20 minutes and wash it off with cold water. However, avoid this if you have dry skin.
Those with dry skin can apply a mixture of honey, lemon and vegetable oil and leave it on for 10 minutes for the instant glow.
You can also get glowing skin by mixing pumpkin, milk and egg yolk in a bowl and applying this on your face. Let it set for half an hour. Then wash it off.
Honey and milk, when applied together, will also make your skin glow.
The Look: When it comes to beauty, it’s important to pick your poisons wisely. So instead of turning to Botox needles to get a smooth, perfect face like Cate Blanchett, try a new cream made with synthetic snake-venom, which helps relax wrinkles just as effectively as injectable solutions. Also for you young girls take care of your skin now! Use facial washes and lotion. Also don’t let your face get too much sun exposure, use some SPF!
The Trick: Celebrity facialist Sonya Dakar tells her celebrity clients to limit alcohol before a big event.–That means don’t boose it up!–No matter how much celebrating you’re ready to do, champagne and cosmos “will cause a dull complexion, bloating, and dark circles,” warns Dakar.
Continuing on our series, by ace makeup artist, Cory Walia…who suggests the right make up tips to enhance our features….
BLUSH SPLASH
Prominent Cheekbones: High cheekbones make a face look good in photographs. So highlight them more, use a shimmery blush on the apple of the cheekbones.
Rounded Cheeks: A darker shade of blush under the cheekbones and light, shimmering shades will give definition to an otherwise plump face.
TIPS: Experiment with blushers in different colours and highlight areas that you want to bring out. Be careful with highlighters and shimmers though – you don’t want to end up looking too shiny! For a good complexion but dry skin, use cream-based blushers and products. While selecting the right shade of blush, keep in mind your skin tone and the tints that go well with your complexion.
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