Nothing looks better and more natural than gel blush. It gives you that extra little something and makes your skin looks bright and glowing. Unfortunately, gel blushes are not only hard to find, but they’re pricey as well. So what’s a girl to do? Make your own! Ingredients 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel 1 teaspoon finely crushed powder blush 1 clean, dry container In a small bowl, combine the aloe vera gel and the powder blush. Test it by rubbing it onto your cheeks. If you feel like you need more color, add more powder blush and/or gel. Put the mixture into the container and apply to ...

Lipstick can make you or break you. It can make you look beautiful, young, and vibrant. But if you use the wrong lipstick, it can make you look overdone and pale. Here is a guide to the different types of lipsticks so you can better understand their uses. Before using any kind of lipstick, make sure to line your lips with a lip liner (try matching it closely to the lipstick shade that you are using). For a better application, apply your lipstick with a lip brush, this gives you more control. Sheer Lipstick Sheer lipstick is a transparent kind of lipstick that’s great for during the day....

Hayden Panettiere hasn’t been in the spotlight for long, but while she has, she has done so with class. Although she is only 18, Hayden knows how to dress and she does it tastefully. Seen here at the ‘Heroes’ World Tour in Paris, Hayden is wearing a gold metallic dress with a keyhole top and a pair of black peep-toe pumps. I must say she looks absolutely amazing in that dress. You can easily pull off this look as metallic dresses are very hot right now as are peep-toes. So don’t be afraid to show off your wild side; Hayden did! ...

Learning the arts of a geisha can be pretty hard, but when you’re trying to achieve the geisha look, well it can be doable. All you need is some makeup, and a little bit of advice, so here it is. Start off by applying moisturizer to prepare your skin. Using a makeup sponge, apply theatrical makeup to the entire face. Apply some red blush to the apples of your cheeks. Set your makeup with some loose powder; apply it with a big brush. Use a black eyebrow pencil to create a thin, arched brow. Line your entire eye in liquid eyeliner. Extend the line up at the outer corner and down at the i...

If there is one celebrity who always knows how to dress, it is definitely Hilary Duff. I must say I absolutely love her style, and the way she puts her clothes together (well at least I hope it’s not just her stylist) is just amazing. Seen here at the Teen Choice Awards, Hilary is wearing a pair of blue skinny pants, a puffy shirt and a very hot pair of metallic heels. She then pulled this look together by adding a few gold accents (her bracelets, belt), as well as adding a flower in her hair which is absolutely adorable. And once again, Ms. Duff has done it- she is the ultimate style q...

Make your own hairspray right in your home with a few easy steps! If you like making your own cosmetics, then this is the recipe for you. Not only is it easy, but this hairspray will be made out of lemon and water so it’ll smell very fresh and citrusy. You’ll need a lemon and some water to start off. Start by chopping up the lemon in a wooden bowl so that you don’t loose any of the juice. Next, add the chopped lemon to to the water in top of a double boiler. Let the mixture simmer until the liquid has been reduced to half. Strain the mixture through a fine silk cloth and pour...

Eyeshadow is the fun part of makeup. It lets you choose your color, it lets you choose the design, and let’s not forget it makes your eyes look amazing (only if you know how of course!) There are different kinds of eyeshadows out there and every one is used for a different purpose. Eyeshadow Powder Eyeshadow powder is the most popular of eyeshadows; it’s basically the easiest to use, and that’s pretty much all you need. It’s good for all skin types and super easy to apply. For a more professional look, use an eyeshadow brush or a sponge-tip applicator. Eyeshadow Crayon ...

Mascara is one of the most important makeup items that you can own. It opens up your eyes like nothing else and let’s face it, you’d be toast without one. Unfortunately, there isn’t just one kind of mascara so it can be hard to choose the right one for your. Below are some guidelines that will help you choose the right mascara for your lashes. Thickening Mascara Well the name says it all: thickening mascara thickens your lashes making them look thicker and voluminous. The bad thing about thickening mascaras is they tend to clump, so make sure you swipe the wand against a tiss...