Category : Make-Up 101 Series

The stippling technique for make-up application is quite popular at the moment. I was asked by a reader to explain the ins and outs of stippling and what I use. Just in case your new to make-up, stippling is a blending technique used to blend make-up. Many of us have stippling brushes in our make-up...

After many requests, I am putting together a post on brow shaping. I learned a little about brow shaping at a  Make Up For Ever make-up course about 8 years ago (how times flies). Before this I was very confused about eyebrow shape and was guilty of over-plucking and god knows how many weird brow...

I recently received an email from a reader who is concerned about her facial masking. She wanted to know how best to correct it. I decided to post the information for all. Facial Masking is where the skin appears to have it’s own natural mask. The edges of the face tend to be darker and the...

This is one of most commonly requested posts/videos. Here are some make-up tips for glasses wearers. The video tutorial will be up soon. If you’re long sighted: Eyes appear bigger through the lenses. It’s best to use darker shades on the lid to give the illusion of smaller eyes through...

You have a hooded eyelid if the lid is mostly hidden by a fold of skin that comes from above the socket. In terms of make-up application here are a few tips to help. When you look forward into the mirror you probably don’t see a lot of eyelid space. You may think that there is no point to...

So we all want full and pouty lips but unfortunately many of us have far from the lips we covet. There are a few things to consider when applying make-up if you want your lips to appear fuller. When using rich colours make sure you shape the lips with  but add a little shine to the centre Use lip...

A false eyelash application video has been requested so many times so I decided it was high time to get it done. I managed to rope my sister into being my model. This demo is also reviews the e.l.f false lash strips The elf lashes are cheap (from their website). I like the lashes, love the plastic...

I hate long lasting lipsticks. They’re too drying for me and I never like the finish. If you’re interested in some ways to keep your lip colour on without resorting to long lasting formulas (that often don’t last long at all) here are a few tips: Use pencil on top of lipstick....

Before we get started if you’re unsure about what face shape you have click here to find out. People with a heart-shaped face have a forehead that is wider than their jaw, with  a narrow chin. Celebrities with heart-shaped faces include Jennifer Love Hewitt, Reece Witherspoon, Faith Hill...

I have received quite a few questions about choosing blush. Wear whatever shade you like once it accentuates your features. Make sure it doesn’t make you look tired or older. And for the love of all that is holy do don’t match it to your outfit. They always say choose a shade that you...

Before we get started if you’re unsure what face shape you have click here to find out. The key to flattering a round shape is to create a slimming effect and make your face look more angular. Celebrities with round faces include: Kirsten Dunst, Chritina Ricci, Amanda Bynes, Kelly Clarkson,...

1. Heart  – this face has a narrow jaw, is wide at cheekbones/and or forehead 2. Square  – this face is usually as wide as it is long 3. Round -  this face is generally as wide as it is long 4. Diamond  – this face is widest at the cheekbones, narrow forehead, jaw line of approximately...

Here are a few tips to help soften a sqaure face. Celebrities with a square face include Kate Bosworth, Paris Hilton, Demi Moore, Carmen Electra, Angelina Jolie, Jessica Simpson, Jessica Biel. Concentrate the blush on the roundest parts of you cheeks. Apply a matte shader under your cheekbones...

I have a bit of a love hate relationship with powder. When applied well it can leave me looking polished but if too heavy handed it can look cakey. In the Summer I rely on my MAC Mineralise Skin Finish Natural. But during the rest of the year I can get away without it as I’m not too oily. In...

For me concealer is like fairy dust! When I look tired, dehydrated, spotty, blotchy…the list goes on, a good concealer always saves the day. Every girl should have a concealer in her arsenal for emergency skin saving! I haven’t come across one concealer that I can use for everything. This...