It’s all in the nude this season as we’ve seen so far from shoes to makeup, and everything in between, nude has become the staple color this summer. But whether this trend lasts or not, there is one thing we’re sure of: nude lips, are here to stay. There’s something very ethereal about nude lips, especially when paired with sexy, smoky eyes. The first thing you need to think about when doing nude lips is the rest of your makeup. Usually, nude lips look best with a smoky eye or some heavy mascara, so don’t be afraid to pamper your peepers before starting. ...

There’s been so much talk about Lady GaGa’s new Viva Glam lipstick from MAC, that I just couldn’t resist and pick one up myself! Gaga, along with Cindy Lauper, developed their own colors for MAC’s Viva Glam, and I must say I was impressed. Now I didn’t get the Cindy Lauper lipstick, just because it was a little too bright and red for me, but I’m sure it would look good on a lot of people if you can pull it off. I tend to stick to pink, peach and oranges as I feel red is just too dramatic on me, but I would definitely recommend you take a look at it, as it&#...

Don’t deny it…you know you look absolutely stunning when you go all out and amplify your three weapons to their maximum – meaning your hair, lashes, and lips of course! There’s nothing better than big, voluminous hair, long, flirty lashes and full, pouty lips. So next time you head out the door, think about that and get started on your mini makeover. Here’s how! AMPLIFY YOUR HAIR Big hair is a must-have so after you get out of the shower, work a thickening mousse through your hair to give your roots a nice lift. Blow-dry until almost dry. Gather medium siz...

It’s that season again where we tend to eat a little too much, drink a little too much, and spend like crazy. Fortunately, you can at least keep your holiday party looks in check with some much-needed pre and post-party preparations. So if you’re hitting up a few parties this holiday season, make sure your makeup stays put all through the night and that in the morning, you look as fresh as ever. Pre-Party Prep Prep Your Skin Before applying all your makeup, make sure your skin is clean and exfoliated. Use a good, gentle exfoliator and rub onto face in slow, circular motions. The ...

Trying out new makeup colors and style that you wouldn’t normally wear, can be a bit frustrating, so that’s why most of us stick to our regular makeup routine. Well get out of your rut already, and try something new and daring! These colors are a big hit this summer, so don’t be afriad to get a little crazy. Colorful Eyeshadow Palette You see these eyeshadow palettes almost everywhere and they’re very inexpensive, so pick one up today and try some crazy colors that you wouldn’t normally dare to. Try a light blue and a baby pink and blend them together or create yo...

Most of us don’t have time in the morning to do full-on makeup, hair and everything else. All of these things take time and no one wants to wake up an hour early to do their makeup. So here is a super-quick way to getting ready from makeup to hair in just a few minutes. Step 1: Face Fix Instead of spending so much time putting on foundation and blending just use a concealer to even out your skin tone and reduce redness. Dot it all over the problem areas tapping it lightly so it melts onto your skin. Finish off with a mineral powder all over your face so your concealer stays on longer an...

The Holidays are all about friends, family, good food and of course fashion! But if you’ve got the perfect outfit to wear for all your holiday outings, you might not know what to do with your face! Should you go sparkly, festive, fiery red, or what? If you’re confused about how to do your makeup this holiday season, fret no more because I’ve got some good tips for you. Keep reading to find out! Bronzy Smokey Eye Smokey eyes are always in and you can never go wrong with that. Create a bronzy smokey eye and line your upper and lower lash lines with a liquid eyeliner. Dus...

It’s time to toss out your spring and summer makeup and step into fall’s new collection of dazzling colors, shimmery shadows and dramatic looks. It’s a time for renewing your way of thinking and changing your look for the better. So if you’re a drama queen, try subduing your look this fall by going for a simpler, more natural look. If you tend to shy away from dramatic looks, embrace it by adding lots of color to your makeup collection. GET THE NATURAL LOOK There is nothing more beautiful than a woman who feels confident enough to wear her makeup in a simple, nat...