By Cailin on January 18, 2009
Every woman is both naughty and nice. Smashbox has debuted Wicked Lovely, a collection for makeup looks that are charmingly sweet, devilishly sexy or a little bit of both. Here’s a guide on getting the look for either your loveliest days or your wickedest nights:
Get the Look: Smashbox Wicked
Using Concealer Brush #4, apply the metallic [...]
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By Cailin on January 5, 2009
Smoky eyes are probably the most popular eye makeup look of all time, and with their smoldering come-hither style (seen left on Diane Kruger), it’s not hard to see why. Still, applying smokey eye makeup correctly at home can be tricky business, so here’s a guide with tips and tricks on how to pull this ultra-sensual makeup [...]
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By Cailin on December 31, 2008
When it comes to eye makeup, nothing’s more dramatic than liquid eyeliner. Unfortunately, it’s also some of the most difficult makeup to apply. Here’s a step-by-step guide to putting on liquid liner right:
Supplies You’ll Need
Black liquid liner: I like Make Up For Ever Waterproof Eyeliner, but for a cheaper alternative, try Rimmel Professional Liquid Eye [...]
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By Amber on November 5, 2008
When it comes to eyeshadow, everyone has to start somewhere. For you beginners, here’s a list of commonly used terms and some helpful tips on eyeshadow application.
Eyeshadow Lingo:
Frosted shadow contains sparkle and is high-shine. Avoid these shadows on mature skin, as they draw attention to fine lines and wrinkles.
Highlighters are used on the browbone and [...]
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