Applying Blush

It is best to apply blush sparingly because the blush warms with the heat of the body to a more intense hue.

* A good blush brush is needed for blush application to create a natural look. I would not recommend using brushes that come in the compact as they are usually too small to create a natural look.

* Knowing where the apple of your cheeks appear gives a beautiful look; simply smile into the mirror to see the apples.

* Dip blush brush into blush powder and tap off the excess applying over the apple of the cheek, if you have  applied to much powder, dab bit of translucent powder to tone it down.

Tips:

Cream blush is great for older skin because it looks natural and blends easily.

A light coat of powder should be applied before and after applying blush to prevent the blush from grabbing unto the oily spots on the skin and also makes the blush go on more smoothly.

Favorite Picks: Mac , Laura Mercier, Sephora, Shu Uemura

Choosing the Right Blush Color

Blush adds colors and warth to the face and it's applied to the cheeks. Blush comes in a variety of hues and consistencies; they come in powder, cream and gel therefore care needs to be taken in choosing the right shade for the skin. For dark skin tones, auburns, bronze and plumb will work best . Fair skin tones look best in beige and pink while olive skin tones look best in brown and copper. This is just to give an insight of  how the different shades are chosen, watch out for more tutorials on the applying techniques.
The palette pictured below is one of my favorite, contains blush for all skin tones!



Mineralize Skin Finish

This is my first makeup review in year 2011 and I'm excited like most of us because so far the focus had been on skin.
The only product that I adore and probably can't do without is the M.A.C Mineralize Skin Finish, this is an outstanding product! According to the manufacturer, it is a luxurious velvet-soft powder with high-frost metallic finish. Smoothes on: adds buffed-up highlights to cheeks, or an overall ultra-deluxe polish to the face. The good thing about the Mineralize Skin finish is that they are highly pigmented and they can be used as eyeshadows, highlighters, bronzers, blusher or cheek contour depending  on your own skin tone and the color of the product - they are very versatile. A little bit goes a long way, so it will last for a long time.
I personally swipe  the "Gold Deposit" on my cheek bones after applying a blush for an instant glow and also for my brides that are after products that offer a perfect glow in one swipe.  This product is baked and therefore will not leave any wet spot when setting the makeup with water/Fix+.

Purple Eyeshadow

I've been asked a million times why I love to add purple to my eye makeup and that's why I've chosen to answer the question today before starting 2011 makeup tutorials.
I must say purple is my favorite color and it often reflects in whatever I wear daily; either my accessories, clothing or makeup. To me, the shade of purple doesn't matter whether lilac, violet,  fuchsia, amethyst, eggplant or plum; so far it belongs to the purple family!
For the eye makeup, basically any brand of eyeshadow can achieve the same result but the pallet I use often is pictured below by B.H Cosmetics which works really well with any brand of eyeshadow base. A lighter shade is applied to the inner corner of the eye and the darker shade applied to the outer to give a smokey look. Besides my eyeshadow brush, my fourth finger does a very good job applying all my eye makeup........try it and see!
So many tutorials are lined up for the new year, till then keep the skin healthy and fresh.

Eye Shadow Palette

Moi

Shimmery Skin

I love good skin! Can't stop admiring Beyonce's shimmery skin with just a simple makeup to avoid looking overdone.

Channel to Real Beauty

I believe it's important for us to know the steps to real beauty, we shouldn't just rely on makeup to cover all our flaws. We should be able to achieve a glow from inside out in this new year, below are points directly related to healthy skin, hair and nails.


*Eat diets rich in fresh fruits and vegetables.
*Take a high quality multiple vitamin everyday.
*Exercise.
*Drink at least eight glasses of water everyday.
*Eat fat in moderation.
*Abstain from alcohol and don't drink too much coffee.
*Get a good "beauty sleep" everyday.
*Use sun protection everyday.
*Don't smoke.
*Relax, laugh and enjoy life.

Happy New Skin

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We bless God for His mercies ; crossing over to year 2011 is simply by His grace.

Let's usher in the New Year with beautiful, healthy skins by focusing more on Antioxidants - which are ingredients found in vitamins and other sources. They help repair and prevent cell damage caused by free radicals and also moisturize dry, flaky skins. The best way to get antioxidants is through our diet, most potent ones are Vitamins A, C and E and beta-carotene. Everything you eat becomes a part of not only your inner being, but the outer fabric of your body as well therefore the healthier food you consume, the better your skin will look. Remember a healthy skin keeps one away from Botox & Surgery..............LMAO!

Foods rich in Antioxidants

  Lola Longe, Emerging Faces Makeup Artistry Studio.