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Beauty Tips: Get a Flawless Face This Fall

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Nov 7, 2009 by Sabah K.

Fall is finally here, which means cooler temperatures may be leaving your skin drier than usual and in need of some moisture-rich beauty products. In addition to making sure your daily skin routine is up to par, you'll need to revive your skin after the long summer with some facial masks, nourishing scrubs and a slew of other products that will keep you glowing.

The first step to flawless skin this season is investing in a high-quality moisturizer. Look for facial creams and moisturizers that are free of chemicals and the type that are non-comedogenic so your pores don't get clogged easily. You'll need to apply moisturizer right after your cleansing and toning routine day and night, and your skin may benefit from a thicker, emollient-rich version from your favorite brand at night.

Another way to get flawless skin this Fall is to use a light, mineral makeup foundation instead of the heavier liquid variety. Mineral makeup can give you that flawless, camera-ready finish you crave without looking overly done. Look for mineral foundation that can be layered with a mineral bronzer to enjoy a healthy glow all season long.

If you want to keep your makeup looking clean and fresh this season, stick with the bronze, deep red and pink tones in lipsticks and eyeshadow this season. These are among the leading makeup palette colors for Fall 2009, and can help you create a natural, buff look for casual days and everyday use. If it's time to take things up a notch for a special event, get your flawless look with the help of a cream concealer under the eyes and pressed foundation on the face and neck. This combination will give you a smooth, mattifying look for the season.

Finally, make sure to modify your skin cleansing and exfoliation routine to accommodate for the change of seasons. Cooler temperatures mean you may need to exfoliate with a moisture-infusing scrub a couple of times a week so that your skin is free of dead skin cells and flakiness. If your cleanser seems to dry out your skin, look for a milder version or one designed for sensitive skin to avoid excessive dryness for the season.

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Beauty Tips: Makeup for the Gym

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Oct 3, 2009 by Sabah K.

Whether you're braving the gym in the wee morning hours or hitting the treadmill after work, you may not have time to 'put your face on' in the same way you do for work or going out. While some women do take the time to layer on the foundation, eye makeup and loose powder to look picture-perfect, your skin may suffer under the sweat-fest, leaving you with clumpy makeup and putting you at risk for breakouts. So how do you find a healthy balance?

The best way to make your beauty routine gym-ready is to stick with lightweight tinted moisturizers, a touch of eyeliner and mascara, and a little lip gloss. That's all it really takes to put together a semi-pulled-together look that will keep your skin fresh and keep you looking great throughout the workout.

A lightweight tinted moisturizer will add a touch of color to your skin without giving you the caked-on effect under the hot sun or in the heat of the fitness room. Moisturizer won't melt and drip off your face while you sweat, but will evaporate instead. The worst thing that can happen is it will turn glossy or disappear from your face by the end of your workout session.

Waterproof eyeliner and waterproof mascara are your stand-bys for dressing up those peepers before heading to the gym. You can enhance your eyes without going overboard with a single sweep of black eyeliner and a few coats of mascara. As long as you're wearing the waterproof kind, you can get away with sitting in the sauna and working out without worrying about 'raccoon eyes'.

The easiest way to add shine and color to those lips is to ditch the heavy lipstick and stick with a lightweight lip gloss. Choose one with SPF 15 or above if you plan to be outdoors, since you'll need the extra protection from the sun's rays. A little lip gloss will help you create that au naturel look. Try a gloss with a little sparkle and lip-plumping action for a glamorous touch.

Going to the gym with too much makeup on can sabotage your skin and make you look less than pulled-together after the workout session. Stick with the basics to enhance your best features and look forward to your workout.

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Beauty Tips: Glamify Those Peepers for Summer

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Sep 5, 2009 by Sabah K.

Eye makeup often takes a back seat during beach season because summer means lightening up the makeup load and sticking with a more natural, sun-kissed look. However, that doesn't mean you need to cut out the Hollywood-inspired, glamorous looks once in a while. There are several lightweight eye makeup products that will add some sparkle to your look without going overboard.

If you're a girl-on-the-go, make sure you have a stash of liquid-to-powder shadow by your side. Stila's Silk Eye Wash is a great way to add some shimmer to your eyes and brows, and will highlight your best assets in a flash. It's easy to apply, and will even withstand those high summer temps.

Look like you've been living at the resort all summer with a touch of bronze, gold and rich brown eyeshadows. You can layer these colors for a bronze-goddess inspired look by night, and choose just one or two for a touch of color to the lids by day. The Stila Eye Shadow Trio is the perfect set for getting all three shades in one step, and can be applied wet or dry depending on the intensity of color you want to create.

Give your eyes a Bollywood touch this season with a rich-pigment shade that will last all day long. Global Goddess I Divine Eyeshadow is infused with white tea to give your eye area a boost of antioxidants, and the shadow goes on super smooth. The rich color inspired by the Far East will give you a sultry, exotic and oh-so-glamorous look for the season.

When you want to add a hint of color to your lids this season, stick with light fuschia, plum and pink shades. These colors will warm up that tan and work well for almost all eye colors. Plus, you can layer them with a gold or beige base for an extra pop of color.

Wearing eye makeup isn't a beauty 'don't' for summer, as long as you're using the right products and wearing the right shades. Glamify your makeup bag with a few of these must-haves for a summer makeover with an exotic twist!

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Beauty Tips: Does your Makeup Bag Need a Summer Makeover?

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Jul 4, 2009 by Sabah K.

Whether you're heading out to the summer soiree on the beach or spending the weekend shopping outdoors, you'll need to keep your skin looking great under the hot sun. Many of us make the mistake of using the same makeup season after season, but doing this means you might be putting on the wrong shade of foundation, and outdated colors of eyeshadow and lip glosses. Here are some simple ways to give your makeup bag a much-needed summer makeover:

1. Pick out some cream eye shadow. Powdered eyeshadow is great for Fall and winter when you're not going to sweat as much, but warmer months call for something with a little more stay-put power. Cream eye shadows are your best bet for the season, because they will go on smooth and give you that powder shadow look without the fuss. These tend to stay in place for longer than the standard powder shadow, so you'll be able to put it on and forget about it!

2. Replace your blush with bronzing powder. Rosy red cheeks are great for the colder months, but summertime calls for some major bronzing action. Replace your usual blush with a bronzing powder duo, and you can highlight those cheekbones like the stars.

3. Trade lipstick for lip glaze. Summer makeup looks tend to be on the lighter, carefree side, so don't load on the rich lipsticks this season. Plump up those lips with some lip glaze or gloss instead, and you'll have kissable and smooth lips all season long. Look for products that contain oleic acid, vitamins and sun protection factor for a few extra lip-smacking benefits.

4. Go for the cat eyes, not smoky eyes. Smoky eyes still work well for the evening, but summer's hottest look is the chic and simple cat-eye. Trade your palette of eyeshadows and layers of eye makeup used to create the smoky eye look for a super-skinny eye liner that will help you achieve the perfect cat-eye in a flash.

5. Get your glow on with highlighting powder. Give your skin a midday refresher with some highlighting powder, instead of applying a fresh layer of foundation. These pressed powders will moisturize and tone your skin, take away any excess oil, and keep you looking fresh and youthful.

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Beauty Tips: Get a Sun-Kissed Look Without the Burn

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Jun 27, 2009 by Sabah K.

Now that beach season is underway, your skin might not be ready to meet the bronze beauties who have already gotten a head start on summer with their flawless tan. However, you don't have to sit under the sun and scorch your skin for hours to get that beautiful sun-kissed look. A few makeup tricks will help you get that bronze glow you crave!

Start things off with a solid bronze base using an illuminating liquid foundation. This type of foundation will add some natural shine and gloss to your look, and bring out the natural highlights of your skin. Next, bronze up those cheeks. You'll need a dual-colored bronzer to achieve the most natural look. Just sweep on a darker color on your cheekbones, and then dab on some of the lighter color on the apples of your cheeks, and on your T-zone. Using a bronzer on your cheeks instead of a pinkish-blush will give you the best tanned look.

For the eyes, stick with neutral browns, beige, and shimmery gold. You can use a bronzing powder as a base up to your brow, and then apply a small amount of gold or shimmering brown to your lids. This is a great way to enjoy a sun-kissed look without going overboard with your makeup. Jazz up the eyes even more with some thick mascara, and you'll be ready to show off those peepers.

The final step is to gloss up those lips with a nude-colored, shimmering gloss. Sheer lip gloss made with protective antioxidants is the best way to keep your lips looking smooth and supple all summer long. A hint of color will help you round out your bronze goddess look, and you can apply a sheer SPF lip gloss or balm underneath for extra sun protection.

Getting a sun-kissed look this season doesn't mean you have to log in hours at the tanning salon or burn your skin by the pool. Take the easier and healthier route to achieve that tan with some of these easy beauty and makeup tricks.

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Beauty Tips: How to Make Eye Makeup Stick This Summer

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Jun 20, 2009 by Sabah K.

If you're wearing eye makeup at the beach, at the pool, or all day long during your weekend getaway this summer, making sure it stays put can be a major challenge. The hot sun and sweat can make your makeup disappear in no time flat, but there are some ways to make sure your favorite eye shadow, liner and mascara stay on your face for the long haul. Here's how to make your eye makeup stick for hours and hours:

1. Use a makeup primer on your eyelids. Makeup gurus do this all the time for models and actresses who will be under a hot light for long periods of time. A makeup primer will help the eyeshadow stay in place, and reduces the risk of creasing. Just a slight dab of this on your eyelids is all it takes to create a smooth surface for your shadow du jour.

2. Wear waterproof eyeliner. Waterproof eyeliner will help you create those cat eyes with ease, so you don't have to worry about touch-ups all day long. This is especially important when you're going to be at the beach for the day and won't have access to your beauty bag for hours. Stock up on this summer essential so you're only putting your eyeliner on once!

3. Use waterproof mascara. Waterproof mascara will also stay in place rain or shine, and is an absolute necessity if you plan to hit the water this season. Apply a few generous coats on both your upper and lower lashes for a fresh and sassy look that will stick with you all day long.

4. Use Vaseline to apply your shadow. Petroleum jelly will make your powdered shadow turn into a smooth, lightweight paste that simply won't budge when it's dry. Dab a little Vaseline onto a q-tip and mix it with some shadow for a no-fuss application.

5. Blowdry your makeup before going out. Give your makeup a chance to 'set' by running a blowdryer about a foot away from your face before you head outdoors. This will keep the powders and liner a chance to bind to your skin.

Making sure your eye makeup stays in place can be a summer challenge, but there are some tricks you can use to make it stick. Grab that Vaseline and waterproof mascara, and enjoy your makeover for the entire day!

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