Category Archives: Expert Tips
What’s the one beauty product you couldn’t live without?
Many women consider mascara to be the number one, must-have makeup in their cosmetics case. Even if you don’t wear any other makeup, good mascara in basic black makes your eyes pop. And it’s not difficult to apply, taking only a few minutes of your overall beauty routine.
These time-saving mascara tips will explain the best way to apply mascara for maximum effect.
Back to School – The phrase dreaded by students all over the world. As daunting and terrible as it might seem to give up the sunny summer days and the endless fun, admit it, you like this time of year.
While going back to school might not be appealing to all, the excuse to buy new clothes and new gadgets definitely is. This year, while you’re stocking up on clothes, new pens, binders and rulers, consider adding Tweezerman® products to your dorm room, backpack and locker.

The absolute must have? Tweezerman’s FileMate. This colorfully designed file is extremely portable and looks great in its snap-close case, not to mention being easy to find in your backpack and purse.
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When it comes to blush, makeup experts agree that the look should be natural. But natural doesn’t have to be boring. No matter what look you’re after when applying blush, cosmetics companies have come a long way in offering great selections in every color and form. Whether your goal is a warm natural glow or a hot, sultry sizzle, here’s how to choose the best blush makeup for you…
By Chris | March 20, 2009
Mineral eyeshadow application is similar to that of traditional eyeshadow. However because of concentrated pigments, you can use smaller amounts of mineral makeup.
Using a small brush, apply your main eyeshadow color over your entire lid from the lash line to the eyebrow. Use long sweeping strokes.
Add another lighter color to the lid only. Then follow up with a third color to accent the crease of the lid.
Blend the colors gently with your brush for a natural look.
Top eyeshadow with a dusting of mineral finishing powder to prevent creasing.
For a dramatic effect and deeper color, apply wet with a damp brush.
Eye brow shape can make or break your look. If possible, have your eye brows shaped by a professional who can determine what is best for your facial structure.
The next best thing is an eye brow stencil kit. These kits include brow stencils and an angled eye brow brush.
After shaping your brows, determine which powder or pencil color to use. For a more natural look, choose eye brow powder. If you prefer an eye brow pencil, apply in light, short strokes to mimic the look of your natural brow hairs. Choose a color that is one shade darker than your current hair color for best results.
The final step in creating beautiful brows is to apply a brow gel to keep the hair tamed and the color in place through the day.
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By May | February 16, 2009
For the fashion set, the seven-day bonanza — best known as Fashion Week — of runway collections, after-parties, celebrity sightings, free Veuve, swag bags, front-row gossip and nights dancing at hip joints takes a detrimental toll physically (body can’t function, unless on eBoost or sugar-free Red Bull), mentally (mind can’t keep track of all next [...]
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By May | February 11, 2009
Happy Valentine’s Day to all my friends at Makeup.com!
One of the most frequently asked questions I get is, “How do I pick the perfect red lipstick for my skin tone?”
Well, since its Valentine’s Day (and it’s a red-hot trend), let me give you a few tips.
First of all, we need to determine if your [...]
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By May | February 9, 2009
All Made Up had the chance to lock down a few minutes with Chad Hayduk, co-founder of New York-based cosmetics line, Three Custom Color Specialists.
Q: How did you get started in makeup artistry?
CH: I have loved makeup since I was a kid. One of my favorite toys was my “Hugo: Man of a Thousand Faces!” [...]
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By May | January 30, 2009
Look out in the next few weeks for a special Q&A with Ve Neill, the Oscar-winning makeup artist for The Pirates of the Caribbean movies!
Neill has just publicly launched her own line of makeup brushes, which I got a sneak preview of yesterday.
And yes, she helped Johnny Depp’s now infamous Keith Richards-inspired eyeliner for Captain [...]
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By May | January 26, 2009
Angela Bassett did it first at the 2009 Critics’ Choice Awards.
Then Mrs. Tom Cruise — aka. Katie Holmes — recently followed suit while supporting her A-list hubby at the UK premiere of Valkyrie.
Oh, the power of lilac eye shadow.
This shade is perfect for those with a dark (like Bassett) or an olive (like Holmes) complexion [...]
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