While a major smoky eye or fire-engine red lips go a long way toward creating nighttime drama, they’re not the best option for the rest of the time. Here, top MAC makeup artist Gina Bettelli gives us her pretty-in-the-harsh-sunshine tips: 1. Apply in actual daylight if possible. “Find the nearest window facing the sun and prop up a standing mirror. Or buy a desktop lamp with a ‘daylight’ bulb. It’s my favorite makeup accessory.” Daylight Twist Portable Lamp – $75 [...]
This dreamy, ultra-romantic combination was all over spring runaways, from Zac Posen to Michael Kors to Chanel. Lilacs and mauves make for the mellowest sort of smoky eye, as both are considerably more forgiving than straight-up black. To get the look, work eggplant gel liner into the lash line, smudge a muted lavender-gray shadow on with abandon, then highlight the middle on the lid and the inner corners with a slightly paler shade. Lip markers create a gorgeous barely-there wash [...]
Q: I love long nails, but they always break. Can you help? The trend has been spotted on Blake Lively, and guess what? Blake’s are fakes! Her manicurist Elle confessed. Prefer going natural? Use Barielle Growth Activator for Natural Nails ($16) your nails grow like weeds. Got flimsy ones? Try a fortifier like Sally Hansen Continuous Treament. Q: I look washed out when I wear nude lipstick. Got any tricks? Flat nudes can make anyone look ghostly. To give lips [...]
Need to look extra hot tonight? Well, spend all the time you want picking out an outfit because with these 10 ideas your hair is done! 1. Try a Ballerina Bun Classically prim ones ruled the runaways, but Gwen Stefani’s messy bun is rock-star cool – go with what feels right for you! To do it fast, tease hair on top, then smooth it all back into a ponytail; secure with an elastic band. Twist and wind hair around, pinning [...]
Use this guide from makeup pro Maud Laceppe to strike the perfect balance and look like the best version of yourself. The secret? Do bold lips or strong eyes (pick one) and always use a little blush. On your LIPS 1. Line your lips Whether you are going bold or nude, use matching pencil and blend to soften. 2. Layer on color Apply lipstick straight from the tube, blot with a tissue and repeat. 3. Give lips dimension Dab on [...]
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