Smoky Eyes 101
September 15, 2009 by Guest Blogger
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By Guest Blogger Sidory Dan-Perry
Love the look of smoldering eyes but don’t know how to do it? Here are a few simple steps to get this perfect fall look.
Smashbox Cosmetics makes a trio of shimmer-based eyeshadows called “Smokebox Eyelights.” It makes the perfect starter set for smoky eye novices.
Each shade in this palette has a specific purpose. The lightest shade works best as a brow highlighter and a base color. The medium shade gives you contours and also works well for a daytime smoky look. And the darkest shade will give you the dark, smoldering, sexy look.
Before applying the base …read more
Makeup How-to: Glamourpuss
September 10, 2009 by Guest Blogger
Filed under Makeup
By Guest Blogger Sidory Dan-Perry
You have to thank legendary makeup artist Tom Pecheux for inspiring the inner diva in all of us. He designed this Hollywood starlet look for the Jean Paul Gaultier Fall 2009 RTW show.
But how do we translate these looks from the rocking runway to our own individual style?
Try these tips …
Brows:
A clean groomed brow is the in look. So try ELF’s “Wet Gloss Lash Brow Clear Mascara.” It is an affordable buy ($1.00) and does the job right; one side for the brows while the other for the lashes.
Eyes:
Start off with a base eyeshadow color like …read more
Makeup How-to: Pencil Perfect!
August 27, 2009 by Guest Blogger
Filed under Makeup
By Guest Blogger Sidory Dan-Perry
A beauty product that can take all that guesswork away, who wouldn’t want this?
The Origins Lipstick Pencil does all the work for you! It’s a lipstick and liner, all-in-one. All you have to do is choose the shade and texture you want.
The Origins Matte Stick ($13) is a velvety smooth lipstick pencil with a matte finish. It’s great for those who want full and even color.
If you desire a natural sheer finish with minimal color, Origins Sheer Stick ($13) is for you.
For a more glitzy and sparkly look try Origins Shimmer Stick ($13). It gives a …read more




