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Makeup Brush Guide: Cleaning Brushes
Makeup's unsung hero: Makeup brushes. What is the one thing you can't do your makeup without? BRUSHES! Yet most people admit to only have cheap, really bad quality brushes. I won't lie and say I don't have a few cheap brushes in my personal makeup bag, but brushes are where I always tell people it's okay to spend a little more. In the long run it will be a lot better to buy one more expensive brush then to have to keep buying a new cheap brush because the bristles are soft or keep falling out.
By Kyrsta Morehouse8 years ago in Blush
Beauty on a Budget (£10 or Less). Top Story - June 2018.
I'm a confessed makeup-a-holic, but it can be a pretty costly hobby. I'm currently a student, and so saving money where I can is a very useful tool in my student arsenal, so here I'm sharing my favourite drugstore finds to create a whole make up kit without breaking the bank (prices may vary).
By AM8 years ago in Blush
Dewy Summer Glow Makeup
Working as a professional makeup artist in all genres (TV, film, editorial, red carpet, etc.), I get asked to do a variety of makeups. As summer approaches, one of my favorite makeup looks to do is a simple dewy summer glow makeup. It's a beautiful, easy look that can be as natural or glammed as you would like.
By Kyrsta Morehouse8 years ago in Blush
Lipstick: Bourjois-Rouge Edition
Brand name: Bourjois Edition: Rouge Edition Velvet Shade I used: 08 Grand Cru Finish: Matte Form: Liquid Price: £8.49
By Lorelei Hansen8 years ago in Blush
Every Note Leaves a Mark
I don’t know about you but my favorite part of doing makeup is playing with my eyeshadow. I love to sit and mix colors together, discover different techniques and discover new brands. However, with a lot of us and the time we have in the mornings, being able to actually sit and play with our makeup can be far from our morning routine. With so many new inventions in the beauty industry, the one I have found that really sets everything else apart is eyeshadow pencils. With the pencil that is a liner, primer and pigment all in one, you can create a beautiful, dramatic look in the amount of time it takes to turn on your coffee maker.
By Annie Hatcher8 years ago in Blush
Peripera PowerPuff Girls' Collection!
This Collection is giving ALL of the Nostalgia feels! The Korean brand Peripera had all the 90s babies in mind when they created this amazing collection! The Peripera x Powerpuff Girls line was released late last year and features an enormous assortment of the cutest beauty goodies around! Unfortunately, the line is only available in Korea, but a quick search for the collection on Amazon and eBay can allow beauty lovers from around the world to get their hands on this coveted collection! Just be careful to avoid any counterfeit makeup! Here is what to expect!
By Chelsea Winona8 years ago in Blush
The Real Ogee
Ogee skincare is the OG in the natural skin care realm. Behind the line: Ogee was created by a team of fashion leaders who wanted to "align the products that we were producing with our personal values of green living, organic foods, and luxury goods" (as stated on website). Searching for ten years to find the best ingredients, they have managed to stay far away from petroleum derivatives, parabens, synthetics fragrances, formaldehyde, and GMOs. Basically, all of the junk-food skin ingredients. Ogee is proud to be packaged and certified in the United States using 100 percent recycled paperboard. Since being founded in Vermont, Ogee supports the Organic Farming Research Foundation and the improvement of organic farming systems.
By A. C. Clementine 8 years ago in Blush
Rescue Your Face From Sun Damage Using These 4 Sephora Products
Hello summer! It’s finally here after months of dreary winter, plus a really awkward spring with last minute cold fronts in Toronto, Canada. After spending months indoors sitting in front of Netflix, I’ve developed a whitish Voldemort level of complexion. This time of year usually spells disaster for me as I get caught outdoors without sunscreen or I don’t reapply as many times as recommended. This leads to what I refer to as a crispy face. I don’t mind a nice tan, but when your face is red as a tomato and looks like you’ve just stuck it in a pizza oven, it’s not as sexy. I’ve compiled a list of top items from Sephora that will help you nurture that cute face of yours after sun exposure and one item I use to protect my face (can be worn with makeup!). I hope this article helps those of you out there who are currently suffering from too much fun in the sun!
By Amy Yes8 years ago in Blush
You Don't Need Makeup!
I started wearing makeup my freshman year of high school. I was so excited. Makeup for me was my door into adulthood; into being taken seriously. I felt that these would be my moments to shine.
By Sydney webster8 years ago in Blush
Gel Polish You Can Do Yourself... Yes, You!
I love nail polish. I love the bright colours, the jewels, the nail art. I used to spend hundreds, maybe even close to a thousand dollars a year going to the salon every two weeks to get an acrylic fill and polish. That all stopped when, at my last appointment while removing my polish, you could clear as day see green under my acrylic nail. I was mortified! I asked what was going on and was promptly told, "Oh it's okay, just a small fungus. It will go away." WHAT?!?!?! JUST a small FUNGUS?!?! Nope! I promptly had my acrylic nails removed and that was that.
By Rachel Gilchrist8 years ago in Blush
10 Science-Backed Ways Natural Oil Reduces The Appearance Of Scars. Top Story - June 2018.
There are a million ways to make having scars sound like it’s great. We can say that they tell stories. We can say that they “add character,” or that they “help show who we really are.” At the end of the day, though, it’s not fun. Scars, in some cases, they can make someone feel incredibly self-conscious about their skin.
By GLAUX CHEM®8 years ago in Blush
4 Skin Care Products to Get Rid of That Annoying "Red Face"
I know that when I was growing up I really struggled with the idea of being able to cover the redness that constantly appeared on my face, no matter the situation.
By Why Paige8 years ago in Blush