Your Beautiful Peepers

The main makeup components you may want to consider when dressing up your pretty peepers are mascara, eye shadows and possibly eyeliner, though sometimes pressed powder or a light foundation will work wonders for circles under the eyes.

Eye Shadow
Depending on the hues you wish to use, you can get a little colorful and creative with the wide selection of products for eyelids on the market. No longer do you have to sift through dozens of shades of eye shadow powder looking for the perfect blend…now you can accessorize your eyes with a beautiful array of powders, creams and glittery dustings. Traditional eye shadow powders are very easy to use with applicator brushes. Not sure about colors? Go with something neutral the first couple of times until you get the hang of it. Apply a light dusting of bronze, tan or other shimmery transparent color for a gentle hint of color.

Mascara
When selecting mascara, many factors come into play, with each brand’s newest addition to the line claiming bigger and better benefits. From thickening to lengthening to blackest black, waterproof and curling, each mascara product has a special offering of its own. Considering your own lashes, choose one that best suits your needs.

Generally, applying two coats of mascara will give enough definition to lashes to really make a difference. Allow the first coat to dry before applying the second in an effort to prevent clumping. If some of the mascara accidentally brushes onto your eyelids or underneath, simply use a q-tip to remove it. This may necessitate touching up your eye shadow a bit.

EyelinerTo really define your eyes, apply a thin line of eyeliner in black or brown, khaki, plum or navy. To properly apply the eyeliner pencil or liquid liner, gently pull the corner of your eye outward, forming a straight line along your lashes. Starting at the inside corner and working toward the outside, delicately trace a line with the pencil angled toward your lashes.
Be careful how much eyeliner you apply, as a little really does go a long way. For a dramatic look, thicker and darker is very acceptable. For a subtle definition, stick with a lighter application.
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Doing a home makeover can be fun as well as a form of much-needed stress relief. For best results, invite some girlfriends over and make a night of it!

Beauty Tips For Eyebrows

Your eyebrows add strength and definition to your face. Well groomed eyebrows enhance your beauty.

You should pluck eyebrows before bedtime so any redness will disappear overnight. In shaping your eyebrows use your facial features.

Use a pair of slant edge tweezers which grip hairs easily. Comb hairs one way and then the other to remove loose hairs.

You should pluck hairs between the brows and any stragglers. Never remove the hairs from above your eyebrows.

Pluck each hair individually close to the root. Work in the direction of the growth.

Always avoid over plucking. In defining your eyebrows choose a shade similar to your natural hair color.

When using a pencil you should apply in small, feathered strokes. Starting at the inner corner work outwards.

Blend the color with a brush. To tame stray hairs just use hair gel and comb through to neaten.

YOU GLOW GIRL!

As Time Goes By....

I want to share some information with you that many women ask "as time goes by" and we get older.

I had a potential customer write me about her skin care concerns. She wrote -

Within the last month or 2 I am experiencing that lovely perimenopause and the oil production on my face is out of control. I have always had combination skin, but this is extensive. Very greasy, particularly T-zone but also in the temple areas and have had breakouts. UG! It is so unpleasant that my bangs end up kind of greasy by days end. I end up cleaning my face about 3 times a day to cut down on the oils, but that cannot be good for my skin and I fear that I am not getting enough moisture to the wrinkles around my eyes and mouth area. ANY SUGGESTIONS?

Dear Ms. Oily,

I understand your skin care concerns. As we are going through "change" our bodies and skin do some strange things.:) I don't know about you, but some times I feel like I'm going back to puberty myself.:)

To answer your question, you'll want to make sure you are using a skin care system that meets your needs. Since you have very oily skin you'll need a skin care system to control oil. Some women think that if they have oily skin they don't need to moisturize, not so. Your skin needs daily hydration and moisture. You'll get these benefits by using the correct skin care system -- the basics, cleanser and moisturizer and if needed some extra supplements.

To help control your oil beyond your skin care system I would suggest using a supplement that helps control oil throughout the day. One product I love and know that works is our Oil Mattifier. The Oil Mattifier absorbs oil and helps control shine for at least eight hours. And you can reapply it throughout the day – even over your foundation.

Another product I keep handy in my purse is our Beauty Blotters. These handy tissues absorb oil without the day and help keep your makeup fresh.

And to zap those zits, give our Acne Treatment Gel a try! A little dab daily will do it. The secret to this product is to continue to treat the affected area a few days after it disappears.

Remember, as you get older your skin care needs may change. I find though I'm still a bit oily I need additional hydration in some areas, so I've started using our Oil-Free Hydrating Gel. It's a perfect combination with my daily moisturizer.

Don't forget with the change of the seasons check your foundation shade. Most likely you will need a darker shade in the summer and lighter one in the winter.

Blessings,
SkinCareGirl

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Beauty Resolutions

Have you made your Beauty Resolutions this year?

The beginning of every year is a great time to make changes in your life. Here are some simple resolutions that are easy to apply.

DeClutter your Make-up Bag. You know, out with the old, in with the new. How long have you had that mascara or cheek color in your make-up bag? Remember to throw away your mascara about every 3 months. Create a new look this year with our NEW Color Looks! Experiment with new eye and cheek colors to give you that WOW feeling.

Schedule a skin cancer screening. If you've never had a skin cancer screening this is the perfect time to schedule one. We all know that skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S. Designate a month for an annual appointment with your dermatologist. Early detection saves lives!

Commit to a skin care regimen. When you're using a great skin care regimen you'll see the difference in how your skin looks and feels. Now this doesn't happen overnight, it's with long term use that the results will appear. Be patient!

Pick that perfect shade of foundation. You have the perfect skin care regimen and now it's time to pick that perfect shade of foundation that looks GREAT on YOU! As seasons change so does the shade of our foundation.

First you want proper lighting to pick your perfect shade. Daylight is the most ideal condition. Stand next to a window to apply the foundation along your jaw line, NOT on your arm, hand or face. The right one will vanish into your skin. You'll want your foundation to match your neck even if your neck is slightly darker than your face.

A matte finish will be HOT this spring so you'll want to be sure and try our NEW Mineral Foundation to get that perfect look!

YOU GLOW GIRL!

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Beauty Trends For Fall

This fall it's all about rich colors of wine and burgundy lips. The key here is balancing the face. Keep the eyes lighter and let your lips sing!

Less on the cheeks - lots of color to the cheeks is NOT in this fall. So sweep on a neutral shade to give your cheeks a slight bit of color.

Fuller Looking Eyebrows - apply a bit of brow pencil using upward strokes and sweep over them with a clear brow gel.

Gold shimmering eye color - with an eye color brush sweep on gold eye color from the lid to the crease of your eye. Next smudge the same color under the lower lashes with a Q-tip.

Liquid eyeliner is making a come back - after applying your eye color liquid eyeliner is your next step. Apply slightly to upper lashes, never to the bottom. Liquid liner on the bottom lashes never looks natural. If you have trouble applying liquid eyeliner start by applying little dashes as you move across the eye, then go back and trace over the lines.

Simply flawless skin - start with a liquid foundation and follow-up with a loose translucent powder to give your skin a soft matte look.

If you shy away from dark shades of color on your lips apply lip color with your finger tips. This will stain your lips and give you a more natural look. Top it off with a bit of lip balm.

Finish your look this fall with mascara, apply to both top and bottom lashes.

Eyes That WOW!

To really make eyes "pop," use shades that are complementary to and opposite of your eye color.

Here are a few ideas:

For blue eyes: Try warm browns, bronze, copper and other similar shades with orange undertones.
For brown eyes: Any color looks great, especially purples, pinks, grays and blues.
For green eyes: Purples, plums and taupes look fabulous.
For hazel eyes: Try deep green, lavenders and other similar shades with soft yellow undertones.

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Morning Makeup Routine

Master your morning make-up routine in 5 minutes!
A well-edited set of flattering everyday neutrals will bring out your personal best and get you out the door in no time.

Step 1: Prep the eyelid by blotting on primer for longer-lasting color.

Step 2: Streamline your makeup by using shell and chestnut brown eyeshadows, a combination that complements almost everyone's complexion. Brighten the eye by applying the lighter shade all over the lid. Stay right above the lashes, and don't forget the inner corner. Keep it neat. After dipping your brush in the pot, lightly tap the brush to remove excess pigment.

Step 3: Apply the darker color in a windshield-wiper motion right into the crease.

Step 4: Apply mascara. Wiggle the wand at the base of the lashes and then pull up. This creates a subtle intensity at the lashline so you can leave out the extra step of lining your eyes. Plus, it creates a cleaner stroke through the lashes to minimize clumping.

Step 5: Brush on blush right at the apples of your cheeks for a pretty, fresh look. Gone are the days of sweeping it up to meet the temples.

Step 6: Dab on a peachy gloss. Find an ultra-sheer formula so you can apply it without a mirror if you're in a rush.

YOU GLOW GIRL!

Dark Circles?

Dark circles around the eyes? Almost everyone gets dark circles under their eyes from time to time. Dark circles under eyes usually are temporary and not a medical concern.
You may be surprised to learn that fatigue usually isn't the cause of dark circles. Instead, the most common cause is nasal congestion. When your nose is congested, veins that usually drain from your eyes into your nose become widened (dilated) and darker.

Another cause of undereye circles is eyelid swelling during sleep. When you lie down, gravity can cause fluid to collect in your lower eyelids. This swelling may create the appearance of shadows below your eyes. In addition, dark circles can result from chronic skin conditions, such as atopic eczema. Dark circles can also run in families.