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Techniques Archive
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Face Primer and How to Use It
Posted on February 23, 2010 | 9 CommentsFace primers are most commonly used to help prepare your skin for foundation application by smoothing out the texture of your skin. It helps you apply foundation easily and smoothly as well as help eye shadows, blush, and lipstick last longer. Here are some tips on how, where, and when to use face primers. Read more... -
How to Add a Pop of Color to Your Eye Shadow
Posted on February 6, 2010 | 7 CommentsAdding a little pop of bright color on your lids brings attention to your eyes. I'll show you how to achieve this peek-a-boo purple effect. You can use any bright color you want (like something that matches your outfit or a bright lipstick). The trick to making the bright color subtle is to use neutral colors on the rest of your eye. Read more... -
How to Remove Mascara Mess
Posted on January 31, 2010 | 2 CommentsAccidentally get mascara under your eye? It's okay! It happens to a lot of us. Sometimes we blink too hard before the mascara is completely dry and get a little under our eye; sometimes we leave a big blob of mascara on our skin. Whether it's a lot or a little, it's easy to clean up. Here's the trick! Read more... -
Eye Makeup Map
Posted on January 14, 2010 | 22 CommentsThis eye makeup map shows the different areas of the eye where eye shadow (and eye liner) can be applied. Read more... -
How to Brighten Your Cheeks
Posted on January 7, 2010 | 1 CommentBrightening your cheeks is a great way to look more awake throughout the day. This technique is also good for drawing attention to the center of your face. My favorite way of brightening my cheeks lately is using a cream-based concealer. Read more...