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Quick Tips for Mascara

Monday, March 1st, 2010

If you are looking for the best tips on how to apply mascara, here is what you need to know from my makeup artist San Antonio experience!

First of all, it is important to curl your eyelashes prior to applying mascara, not afterward. If you curl your eyelashes after applying mascara, that could cause breakage or damage since the mascara can stick to the eyelash curler.

From there, it is always a great idea to apply two coats of mascara. However, it is important to allow the first coat to dry completely before applying a second coat. If you do this correctly, it will prevent clumping overall by letting the first coat dry. As a great tip, why not try two different types of mascara? You can apply the first coat of volumizing mascara, and the second coat of a lengthening mascara for the best way to bring out your beautiful eyes!

Duo Regular Mascara - Midnight

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How To Use Clear Mascara: Simple Beauty Tricks

Monday, January 18th, 2010

The best way to have shiny and full lashes is to make your mascara work for you! Find out what you need to know from my San Antonio makeup experience.

Start out by curling your lashes, which will help them to appear fuller and have more volume. To hold that eyelash curl in place, apply a coat of clear mascara, which will freeze the curl and keep your lashes looking dramatic all day long.

Another way to use clear mascara is to apply it as a final coat after you have applied your regular mascara. This will help you to add shine to your lashes for a sleek appearance. Last of all, you can also dab a small amount of clear mascara onto your brows to keep them groomed and polished!

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Makeup DONTs You Need To Know!

Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009

If you are hoping for a beautiful makeup application, here are some makeup mistakes NOT to make from my wedding makeup San Antonio experience.

• lip-liner-closeupDo not under any circumstance draw a line outside of your natural lip line with your lip liner. There are products that can plump your lips for more volume, and it will look like you have a clown mouth if you draw outside of the lines.
• Make it a priority to have smooth mascara without clumps. If your mascara is clumping, then you need a new brush. It is also very helpful to use disposable mascara wand every day to prevent clumping.
• Avoid wearing darker lip liner with a light lipstick color. The easiest rule of thumb is to match your lip liner to your lipstick for a smooth finish.
• It’s no longer necessary to wear a dark blush look from the 80s. Use a natural color that matches the flush of your cheeks, and blend well!

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How To Use an Eyelash Curler

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

This may seem like an absolute no-brainer, but you do need to be careful with your eyelash curler to make sure that you keep your eyelashes protected! Here is some easy help from my bridal makeup San Antonio experience.

• eyelashStart out with clean lashes because if you have mascara residue on your eyelashes, you could pull them out when you use an eyelash curler.
• Place the eyelash curler at the base of your eyelashes so that your eyelashes are between the pads on the curler.
• Press the eyelash curler firmly down, and hold your eyelashes in place up to a count of five.
• Repeat this method for your other eye, but don’t curl your lower eyelashes because they are too fragile and can easily be pulled out.

This is an easy way to open up your eyes and show off your best feature!

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How To Troubleshoot Mascara Problems

Monday, September 14th, 2009

eyeTroubleshooting mascara issues is so necessary if you want to have a beautiful makeup application. It is even more important if you are preparing for an event like your wedding day, so here are some easy tips from my San Antonio bridal makeup experience.

One of the most important things to do is to use a waterproof mascara on a regular basis, especially if it is your wedding day. If you are prone to sweating or are in a hot climate, then waterproof mascara is helpful to keep your mascara from bleeding and running.

On top of that, if you have gorgeous natural lashes, then considering a clear mascara because it will not bleed or run if you are out at the pool or in hot weather. Many times, simply curling your eyelashes and wearing clear mascara is a wonderful alternative to a darker mascara. It is also a natural way to bring out your beautiful features, like your eyes, without having to worry about your mascara bleeding and running on a hot day.

However, for important days like your wedding, consider a high-quality waterproof mascara to make sure that your makeup look is beautiful all day long!

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How To Choose Makeup That Looks Best On You

Wednesday, August 12th, 2009

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Every woman is different, from the features that they hope to hide or flaunt, to their skin type. This is precisely why you need to focus on choosing the correct type of makeup for all of these variables so that you can always look your best! Here are some pointers from my San Antonio wedding makeup experience.

First, determine what type of look you are going for. If you are looking for a more natural and summery look, then you can use bronzers and shimmer makeup. If you want a more matte makeup look, then it is best to use a full liquid foundation.

Many women prefer to use mineral makeup, which is perfect if you have a specific skin condition, like acne or rosacea, because it provides the most natural coverage.

If you have sensitive skin or skin irritations, then it is best to use it all-natural makeup like mineral makeup with organic ingredients that doesn’t have fragrances or dyes in it to irritate your skin.

Furthermore, if you are a contact lens wearer or have sensitive eyes, then there are many mascaras made specifically for that reason that will not irritate your eyes because they are not made with parabens or filler ingredients.

Once you began to look for these specific types of makeup to best suit your needs, you will notice a dramatic difference and a beautiful you!

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How To Apply Asian Eyeliner

Wednesday, July 8th, 2009

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Every eye is different, and if you are looking for the best way to apply Asian eyeliner, then I can tell you a few simple tricks to help you out. This is imperative for Asian eyes because you really want to flatter them to make the eyes stand out and look dramatic. It’s all so easy from my experience as a makeup artist in San Antonio!

  1. Start to line the eyes by pulling the skin taut on the top lash line. Get as close as possible to ensure the most natural look. Most Asian eyes will look the most complementary with black eyeliner.
  2. Go over this line at least twice to make it look thick enough to draw out the eye. Follow the same application for the other eye.
  3. You may simply only choose to line the top of the eye, which often look the best for Asian eyes, or you can line the bottom very lightly with a charcoal eyeshadow and slanted brush. To open up Asian eyes, you can also choose to line underneath the eye with white eyeliner for a contrast.
  4. Make sure to curl the eyelashes so that you can apply mascara easily, and use several coats of mascara to lengthen lashes, and make the eyes appear larger.

From here, you can try a cat eye or smoky eye look, or just continue with your regular eyeshadow application. I hope that this has proved helpful because all it takes is a few tricks to make Asian eyes really stand out and show their true beauty!

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Tips For Beautiful Makeup To Cover Imperfections

Monday, June 22nd, 2009

skinYou have probably heard of a bad hair day, but what if you are having a bad skin day? There are so many issues that can pop up from day to day affecting your face, so you need to have some easy tips to head them off at the pass. This is especially helpful for any facial problems that may occur on or around your wedding day, from my experience as a San Antonio makeup artist.

  • Always moisturize! If you feel like your face is looking dull and tired, then the best way to get rid of that look of dehydration is to moisturize regularly so that your skin can look soft and healthy.
  • Use color corrector: This is a great way to conceal blemishes or dark pigments in your skin, like under eye circles, to make your whole face look the same color. Flawless!
  • Use gloss: In addition to your daily lip color, put a little bit of clear gloss in the center of your bottom lip, which will make your lips appear larger, fuller, and more sultry.
  • Tinted moisturizer: You may want to alternate your regular moisturizer with a tinted moisturizer, which will give a fresh glow to your face and immediately wake you up.
  • Rely on mascara: This is the best way to open up your eyes immediately, so make sure to curl your lashes, and then apply several coats of mascara to make you look alert and beautiful.

And there you go! If you have had a rough or sleepless night, or if you are just not feeling your best, then these easy tips will provide you with a beautiful makeup application to cover your imperfections so that you look as good as new.

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