Make-Over!

Spring is here and everything outside is fresh and new! The world is also waiting for a you to come outdoors and celebrate the spring new and refreshed! I created a simple before and after Spring make-over. You can look beautiful no matter what age you are.

Before



After




Products I used and steps I took

1. First I used a TanTowel-mini tan towlettes-all over the face.
2. I covered any imperfections with Estee Lauder's all over concealer.
3. Brushed over Prescriptives powder foundation all over face.
4. Applied true pink blush from Covergirl onto cheek bones. You can use any brand of pink blush.
5. Applied a highlighter onto cheeks. I like Shi-Seido stick highlighter. It glides right on.
6. Applied a neutral gold shadow by Estee Lauder all over eyes and under brows.
7. Applied a lighter shade of purple shadow by Estee Lauder into crease and outer edge of eyes.
8. Dabbed highlighter under eyes and into the corner eyes for major shimmer.
9. Lined eyes with an eggplant eyeliner also by Shi-Seido. I only lined the top of the eyes.
10. For mascara i used a dark brown mascara by Shi-Seido on both upper and Lower lashes. I used brown because black mascara is too harsh for her skin color and i didn't want her to look over done.
11. Used a tickle pink lip-stick from Estee Lauder on lips and then applied highlighter on top to provide shine.

12. Walla! She is a masterpiece! See it is so simple to get a Spring make-over. I used all the items I already had in my make-up bag! You don't have to use name brands either. Most drug stores have tons of make-up which works the same as counter make-up. Have fun with this make-over!

Spring Clean!...Clean out the Make-Up bag!

Spring has sprung. Most people have started spring cleaning their house and cars, but what about your make-up bag? Yes in order to get you blossoming right along with the spring flowers, your make-up bag needs an update…and this is for every girl. Before walking out on the runway or red-carpet, follow some of my instruction and some great tips from my personal artist (and friend) — D’Shannon Lewellyn.

Rule of thumb. While cleaning out the house clean out the make-up bag.

Every girl should clean out their make-up bag because...

1. It’s likely full of stuff you are hoarding but not using...

• You need to learn how to use your make-up. Schedule an appointment with a trained professional who can show which spring colors are right for your skin tone or not. Making a trip to the make-up counter doesn’t mean you have to buy everything, just a couple items will have you springing in no time. Also, with a help of a trainer you wont be making impulse purchases at the counter, and ending up with a ton of dust collectors.

2. You have old stuff that is no longer current, may have passed its shelf life, and just needs to be pitched...

• If your make-up smells, cracked and rusty, has lost its texture or no longer has a lid most likely it’s expired and needs to be pitched.
• Find products you like, that can be used as a staple but also reflects current trends in make-up. For example, a dark colored eye-liner or a neutral blush, something you can use all year round and match up with other colors through the seasons. You can pick up one or two items a season to change the look and stay current without spending a fortune.

3. You are just not enjoying the process anymore....

• Make-up should be fun, and the process shouldn't be one that frustrates you. Get rid of colors that don't bring out your best, and find ones that make your eyes pop, your skin appear flawless, and make you feel like a diva! For example, if you have darker skin beware of being to bright and sparkly and the same thing for fairer skin, beware of being to dark…you don’t want to look fake or overdone. Go to the make-up counter and have fun!

4. Bonus!

• If you have empty containers learn how you can recycle them. If you shop at a counter that has a recycling program, for example M.A.C., you can turn in your empty or unused make-up containers (instead of pitching them) and get a free lipstick, lip-gloss or eye shadow.

Next…Be ready for some hot spring items on my list! You don’t want to miss out. Also coming up, a before and after spring style make-over.