Published on July 30, 2012
by Megan Segura
When it comes to makeup, the two most common formulas are creams and powders. Now it seems the new hot texture of the moment is jelly. This texture in makeup is spongey and cool to the touch. Not only does it smooth onto the skin easily, but it dries to a long-wearing powdery finish.
For eyes that are glitzy glam, try the metallic shades from Jill Stuart’s Jelly Eye Color line ($36.99, Facial-shop.com) or go for one from the Estee Lauder Gelee Powder Eyeshadow collection ($24, shop.Nordstrom.com). To apply these sparkling moist colors, simply dab on a shade across the lids with your ring finger and pair with black mascara for eyes that dazzle. This style of shadow applies like a cream, wears like a powder and is super simple to blend.
Cheeks will look dewy and fresh with Maybelline’s Dream Bouncy Blush ($7.99, Maybelline.com) dabbed on the apples. This fun pillowy soft blush adds a natural, sheer wash of color to the face, so use your pointer and middle finger to swirl on the flush in a flash. Clarins Instant Smooth Crystal Lip Balm ($24.50, Clarinsusa.com) offers up gel-textured soothing moisture in fun summer shades that will add a hot hint of tint to the lips and give some major plumping action at the same time. I like to throw these into my cooler at the beach for a refreshing feeling when applied.
A line of handmade cosmetics called Lush has created a fun Shower Jelly ($10.95, Lushusa.com) that is made from seaweed and can even be frozen. I love the Sweetie Pie Cherry-Coconut Skin Softening Jelly ($5.95, Lushusa.com), which slips and slides over the skin conditioning it and leaving a deliciously edible scent. So get jiggy with jelly this summer and give them a go!
As an established makeup artist, many beauty brands send me samples of their latest products for consideration. I only write about the items that I truly love and I always abide by Daily Makeover’s Editorial Ethics Pledge in each of my Positively Beautiful posts.
Published on July 20, 2012
by Megan Segura
Since summer began it’s been non-stop color, color, color, but what if we want to get naked? I’m talking about nude makeup, of course, and it’s actually a very chic l
Try a wash of shimmering vanilla on your peepers, like Stila’s Kitten Eyeshadow ($18, Sephora.com), if you’re fair. For darker skin, use a peachy hue like Jezebel. Pair this sweep of nakedness with jet-black mascara on top and bottom lashes, so it contrasts with the nude and defines the eyes well.ook when the skin is looking sun-kissed (from a self tanner, of course). So how to wear nudes without looking washed out, you ask? It’s easy! You just need to choose modern formulas with a kick of shimmer and a hint of color.
On cheeks, start with a bronzer by sweeping it in a C formation, starting at the temples, working along the sides of the face and ending under the cheekbones. My go-to is Sally Hansen Natural Beauty Inspired By Carmindy Sunglow Powder Bronzer in Summer ($12.95, Drugstore.com), and I use a big fluffy powder brush to apply it. Next, apply a swirl of blush right on the apples of the cheeks only. Fair and medium skin tones look great in peach colors and dark skin needs to go for an orangey coral.
On lips, you never want to choose formulas that are too opaque, because it can make you look dated and dead. Opt for shimmery sheer nudes with a hint of pink or peach, like the Nars Velvet Gloss Stick in Buenos Aires ($24, Narscosmetics.com), which is a long-wearing chubby pencil, or try a gloss like Lorac Lips With Benefits in Mark ($18, Sephora.com). A few of my favorite drugstore glosses for lips are the Neutrogena Moisture Shine Lip Gloss in Healthy Peach 500 ($8.99, Drugstoe.com) or the L’Oreal Colour Riche LeGloss in Nude Illusion ($3.99, Ulta.com).
As an established makeup artist, many beauty brands send me samples of their latest products for consideration. I only write about the items that I truly love and I always abide by Daily Makeover’s Editorial Ethics Pledgein each of my
Published on July 16, 2012
by Admin
The weather is hot right now, and we’re all a bit of a sweaty mess, but for those with oil-prone skin, summer can be particularly disastrous. It is possible to beat the steamy heat and look fresh all day long. The key is in using the right products in the right places to control oil and shine and keep makeup in place.
First apply an oil-free moisturizer that contains sunscreen and allow a few minutes for it to really sink in to your skin. I like Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 35 ($9.99, Ulta.com) for an inexpensive way to stay hydrated and protected, not greasy. Next apply a mattifying gel to the skin, including the eyelids, to help control any oil slicks that might show up in the heat. I’m currently loving the OC Eight Mattifying Gel ($36.90, Dermstore.com), and I suggest not only applying it on the face but also under breasts and down the cleavage for extra sweat-control.
To cover up imperfections, use a waterproof foundation like Makeup Forever Face & Body Foundation ($40, Sephora.com) and dust on a light and sheer powder to set the makeup. I only use Mac Blot Powder ($23, Maccosmetics.com) as it stays fresh on the skin all day and never adds a cakey layer. Use blotting papers throughout the day, like Clean & Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets ($5.49, Drugstore.com), to absorb excess shine. I wrap mine around a sponge and dab my face to have better control.
Lastly, apply waterproof eyeliner and mascara and stay away from cream eye shadow and blush. They will just slide around on the skin. Use sheer powders instead, which will stay put and not crease. So no sweaty worries, my hot lovelies! It’s really about layering the right formulas so everything stays in place.
As an established makeup artist, many beauty brands send me samples of their latest products for consideration. I only write about the items that I truly love and I always abide by Daily Makeover’s Editorial Ethics Pledge in each of my Positively Beautiful posts.
Published on July 13, 2012
by Admin
It’s never too early to start a good skincare regime, and for pre-teens, it might be really confusing on where to even begin. Enter Willa, a new skin care company designed for young girls and full of amazing products that every lovely maiden needs.
The line was created by a young beauty named Willa who just couldn’t seem to find natural products to help clean, protect and moisturize her skin in a healthy way. This adorable line is paraben-free, non- animal tested, free of sulfates, DEA and all the other nasties out there. In the collection you will be able to find gentle cleansing products for young girls to keep their skin fresh and clean. The moisturizers, shimmer body lotion, face mask and sunscreens will help hydrate and protect a delicate young complexion, and the acne-fighting Take Action pen ($10.50, Willaskincare.com) can stop breakouts in a flash.
The glosses are sheer, shimmery and light, containing vitamin E for healthy, happy lips, and they each come with a little lobster claw hook to attach to whatever keychain, phone or purse you may be carrying. The Smile Butter ($7.50, Willaskincare.com) comes in three tropical flavors and is just plain addictive, and The Sleep Over Bag ($14, Willaskincare.com) will fit all your goodies so you can look fresh wherever you are.
As an established makeup artist, many beauty brands send me samples of their latest products for consideration. I only write about the items that I truly love and I always abide by Daily Makeover’s Editorial Ethics Pledge in each of my Positively Beautiful posts.
Published on July 3, 2012
by Megan Segura
Each new season we all tend to get super excited about the hot of-the-moment trends in makeup, but we are often left wasting a ton of money on colors and products that simply do not work. The best way to play with fresh trends is to buy all this hot stuff at a drugstore. No need to spend $30 on a shocking pink lipstick that you wore once or drop $28 dollars on that electric blue eyeliner you saw in Cosmo but made you look like a Cindy Lauper throwback to the 80s with this great tip.
Take a cheap trip to the drugstore with your “It List” in hand and start filling up your basket with inexpensive versions of what is trendy now. Some of my favorites for eyes, cheeks, lips and nails are all under $5, so you can rock the runway in your real life and not break the bank.
1. For eyes this season try NYX Retractable Eyeliner in Turquoise Blue or Aqua Green ($4.50, NYXcosmetics.com).
2. Cheeks look quite rosy and romantic this season when dusted with e.l.f. Studio Blush in Pink Passion ($3, Eyeslipsface.com), and at such a low price, it would be a crime not to try it.
3. Lips look super sexy in glosses that say summertime like Rimmel Moisture Renew Cream Lipgloss With SPF 15 ($6.15, Drugstore.com) in colors like Red Action, Pink Spa or Rose Cocoon.
4. On nails, use fun bright polish as a summertime accessory, like Milani Neon Nail Lacquer ($4.99, Milanicosmetics.com) in Awesome Orange, Rad Purple, Fresh Teal, Dude Blue and Pink Rocks. They will keep you on point with the trends and your accountant.
As an established makeup artist, many beauty brands send me samples of their latest products for consideration. I only write about the items that I truly love and I always abide by Daily Makeover’s Editorial Ethics Pledge in each of my Positively Beautiful posts.
