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Wipe the slate clean and buy some new makeup to play with while snowed in this month! One of my favorite makeup brands is having their Benefit Sale-Abration and here's one item I got over the holidays that I cannot live without: Black Orchid Cheek Highlighter, on sale for $9 (originally $18). Light, easy to use highlighting creams for cheek bones, brow bones, and upper eyes. These pearled Read more
The warmer the weather gets, the more you might be tempted to reach for your compact to ward off shine, but the last thing you want is to create a cake-y mess as a result. Whether you choose pressed or loose powder, CoverGirl celebrity makeup artist Jake Bailey has discovered a foolproof method for maintaining a matte look, even during heatwave temperatures. All you have to do is apply it once Read more
When it comes to makeup shades, pink is one of the most flattering hues on the eyes, cheeks, and lips. But when it's a pink concealer or corrector palette, however, just how does it fit into the mix exactly? Get the scoop when you read more. Read more
Luminizer is the perfect tool to spruce up your makeup look and give your skin a healthy, natural-looking glow in seconds. The question is: Should you use a liquid luminizer or the powder stuff to get the best results? It turns out, both come with varying benefits. According to celebrity makeup artist Desirae Cherman (who has worked with stars like Mindy Kaling and Jamie-Lynn Sigler), powder Read more
Whether you want to highlight your cheeks or make your face look more symmetrical in pictures, a little contouring goes a long way. Smashbox Cosmetics Lead Makeup Artist Lori Taylor shows us how to contour your face using bronzer, blush, and a highlighter, as well as tips she uses to contour the faces of leading ladies like Sandra Bullock and Rosario Dawson. Read more
Red lipstick has become synonymous with Valentine's Day, but crimson-hued lips don't have to be your only option. "I like a flushed cheek," says Mark celebrity makeup artist Mai Quynh, who recommends getting the look with the brand's Just Pinched Blush Tint in Cheeky or Spicy, depending on your skin tone. Another way to give your complexion a fresh, fun finish is "to incorporate a pink-toned Read more
We're happy to present this article from one of our favorite sites, Real Beauty. When trying to create a natural, sunless tan on your body, mistakes are expected and accepted. If things go too awry, you can just opt to wear pants until the color wears off. Bronzer or self tanner: which is right for you? But a botched fake tan on your face? Completely out of the question. Here, five foolproof Read more
We're happy to present this story from our friends at Allure: Every time a new image is released from The Hunger Games, fans react like it's a gift from their sponsor flying in by silver parachute. (If you don't know what that means, you still have 55 days to read the book before the premiere. But we have to admit, even we squealed a bit over this new picture, which shows Katniss before the Read more
For the 2011 MTV Movie Awards last night, Selena Gomez's makeup was fresh and flawless, and it's thanks to the work of makeup artist Karan Mitchell. "We went with a look that had a soft focus and pretty pink lips," Mitchell said. So to find out how you can re-create the pretty style yourself, using CoverGirl products, just keep reading. Read more
We saw sexy '70s glamour dominate the Spring 2011 fashion runways, and now we're seeing it pop up in makeup current makeup looks. From dewy to matte, mixed in with various warm-toned shadows of varying intensities, there are several different ways you can make the trend your own. To see four ideas for getting in on the tawny look, just keep reading. Read more
