4 Shades of Red Lipstick For The Olive Skinned Girl

Posted on June 3, 2012

Filed in: Editors' Pick, Lips, Lipstick, Makeup

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It can be difficult to find a flattering red lip color for olive-skinned beauties, but that does not mean it should be totally avoided. While the classic “true red” is usually too bright and tends to clash with olive skin tones, there are certainly some shades of red that do the job and compliment your skin color.

Before testing a red on your lips, see how it looks when you apply it to your hands. Generally if the color is clashing with the skin on your hands, it will clash amongst the skin on your face and it’s probably not a good pick. Any reds that have a cool “blue” toned base will clash with olive tones, which is why the classic bright red lip does not usually work. See the lipstick swatches on my arms to get a sense of what I’m talking about. (more…)

Inner Rim Eyeliners: Introducing Black, White and Color

Posted on May 26, 2012

Lining the inner rim of your eye instantly defines your eyes – whether you take the subtle or dramatic approach. This post will elaborate on the three ways you can approach the lining of your waterline: with black, with a nude or white, and with a pop of color.

Black

I typically wear black liner on my waterline when I am going out – it’s meant to dramatize your look. It’s important to remember that black liner can be too heavy during the day or disrupt a “fresh-faced” approach – especially if the black harshly overpowers the rest of the tones in your makeup. If you’re choosing to use black liner, be sure the rest of your eye makeup can work with the drama. Define your top lash line as well, whether it be through darker shadows or liner, to balance any harshness the dark liner may create. (more…)

Au Natural! 5 Natural Treatments For Dry and Damaged Hair, Right From Your Kitchen

Posted on May 16, 2012

Filed in: Editors' Pick, Hair

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Cutting, dying, highlighting, combing, brushing, curling and flat ironing – the things girls do to their hair! All these things and too much off it can lead to dry and damaged hair! Dry and damaged hair is when your hair feels unhealthy , is very brittle, very dry, breaks easily and lacks vibrant color. Many…

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