You know when you get home from a party and the last thing you want to do is wash your face? Well it might be more important than you think. If you just fall asleep with all that makeup on, you’ll end up with a big surprise in the morning. So here’s what you need to do for a post-party skin prep. Slather on Albolene, a cleansing lotion that also removes makeup. Wipe it off with a cloth or cotton pads, any any residue left behind acts as a moisturizer. If you’re just too tired for a two-step process, sweep away makeup with pre-moistened towelettes or pads. Makeup wipes are the...

So we all know that Evian makes water, but did you know that they also make beauty products as well? As far as I know, Evian has now launched a skin care line complete with face wash, moisturizer…the works. So does this product do justice to its fancy name and water? I just bought the Evian Oxygenating Cleansing Gel and I have to say that I love it like no other product. It works great for both face and eyes, so you don’t have to worry about getting tears, and it eliminates any trace of makeup and dirt on your skin. This gentle and soap-free gel removes makeup, excess oil a...

I haven’t always been a big Christina fan, and I’m still not one today. Although I must admit her voice is spectacular, she’s just a little over the top for me. I know she’s trying to go for the whole Madonna/ Gwen Stefani classic blonde hair, bright red lipstick, pale skin look, but she actually looks like she’s dead! Her outfit is completely ridiculous. Red jogging pants with a long grey fitted top and some sort of poncho. And the outfit isn’t the worst part of this: her makeup is horrendous. You must stop with the bright red lipstick unless you’re w...

Pores are just a big pain, to everyone. The problem is that if you don’t treat them the right way, they will become enlarged and look even worse. Coupled with dry skin, it will make matters very unpleasant. Fortunately, there are products out there that can minimize your pores, including makeup, which will not get rid of them, but will at least give the illusion of smaller pores. Exfoliate First off, you need to use a good exfoliant. The grains in this face wash will help minimize the pores because it will polish off the dry, dead skin that causes the pores in the first place. Make sure...

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 ...

You might think that looking pretty in pink is difficult to achieve- especially when we’re talking about makeup. But if you do it subtly and use the right pinks for your skin tone, it’ll be a piece of pink cake! Get a rosy blush and apply it to the apples of your cheeks, Add a hint of pink color to your temples, your chin, and anywhere else you prefer. Concentrate on the features you would like to draw attention to. Set your makeup by using a loose or pressed powder. This will smooth out your complexion. Apply a tiny bit of pink eyeshadow to the eyelid, stopping at the brow bone. M...

The wonders of the face powder…such a useful makeup tool, you couldn’t live without it! It hides your imperfections as well as keeping your makeup in place- leaving you with a clear, matte look. Although powders are great, there are many different kinds out there so you might not know which one is best for you. Read on to see what kind of powders there are and if they apply to you. Loose Powder Loose Powder is the mother of all powders. It gives you a perfectly polished look. You can apply it with a big powder brush. Make sure to get a powder that matches your skin tone perfectly....

Getting beautiful, bright eyes can be a daunting task, especially if you’re not sure how to do it! Bright eyeshadows are a little tricky to work with because you don’t want to end up looking like a clown. Here are a few tips to help you achieve a bright eyed look! First off you will need to conceal your dark undereye circles, if you have any. For this, you can use a concealer that matches your skin tone. To add a little color to your face, apply a little blush to the apples of your cheeks. Set your blush and makeup by applying a loose or pressed powder to your complexion. This wil...