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Applying Makeup

fytuba — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 13:14:01 +0000

APPLYING MAKEUP

How is the lighting where you apply your makeup? Are you applying your makeup in a bathroom or bedroom with one bright light above your head? Is that one overhead light casting some pretty bad shadows on your facial features, making it difficult for you to judge how much color to apply to your eyes, lips and cheeks?

Understanding proper lighting and using that lighting while applying your makeup makes a big difference in how your makeup looks. The better your face is lit, the more even your makeup application will be, helping you to achieve a pretty and natural finish. Beware if you are applying your makeup in a dimly-lit room – it is easy to overdo your application.

So when possible try to apply your makeup in a well-lit area. It is very helpful to be by a window for natural light. Natural daylight is the very best light for checking your makeup blending skills and intensity of the colors you’ve applied. In natural daylight, it is easy to see if you need to add color in some areas or tone down the amount of color in other areas. You can check your makeup application by looking in a mirror either next to a window or by going outside. “I have had to prepare many poorly-lit areas for makeup application in my 18+ years as a makeup artist, even removing lamp shades to get better lighting on the face of my subject! And no matter what the lighting was on-set, when possible I almost always took my subject outside to check his or his makeup in natural daylight,” says Jennifer Kalman, Commercial Makeup Artist and Founder of www.QDazzleProm.com. If your makeup application looks great in natural daylight, it will look great in most other settings, even in fluorescent office lights or soft evening lights.

Once you’ve settled yourself near a good light for applying your makeup, here’s another helpful tip. For best results during your makeup application, while holding your mirror to apply your makeup be sure to turn your face (and mirror) up toward the light source, whether your light source is a lightbulb or the the natural daylight outside a window. By doing this, you can achieve an even coverage of light on your face while you apply your makeup so that no shadows will distort the amount of color you apply. For example when applying blusher, if one side of your face is in a shadow and one side of your face is in the light, you might be tempted to apply more blush on the side in the shadow because there is little light on that side of your face and you’re unable to clearly see the amount of color you have already applied.

Of course, sometimes it is not possible to apply or at least check your makeup in natural daylight. In these cases, try to find the brightest indoor lighting possible. Then use the above tip of turning your face and mirror toward the light source so that there are no shadows on your face while you apply your makeup.

When you’re aware of the lighting around you before applying your makeup, you will have the best results with your makeup application.

Commercial makeup artist, Jennifer Kalman, developed the QDazzle(TM) concept as a way to share her makeup application experience to help you look your most beautiful for your prom, pageant, wedding, quinceanera or special event! After giving hundreds of one-on-one makeup lessons, Jennifer saw that there was just not enough real help available for women wanting to learn how to better apply their makeup. Jennifer’s own QDazzle(TM) makeup color cosmetic line includes highly-pigmented, camera-ready Lip, Eye and Cheek colors specially-selected to match your dress color! There are also fun glamour items like Crystal Eyelashes, Body Shimmer Glow Powder, and Sparkling Eye Dust! On her website, www.QDazzleProm.com, you will find helpful makeup illustrations, instructions and tips to assist with makeup application. Jennifer has 18+ years of experience applying makeup for thousands of weddings, proms, and quinceaneras, along with makeup for television, video and print media. Her professional credentials include makeup for LeAnn Rimes, Troy Aikman, the Dixie Chicks and the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. Counted among her many commercial makeup clients are Pepsi, American Airlines, Frito-Lay, Dr. Pepper, and Verizon.

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Backstage Beauty: Giambattista Valli’s Nod to the ’60s

fytuba — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:43:58 +0000

What would happen if a ’60s-era Jean Shrimpton woke up after a late night of partying, makeup still on from the night before, and casually twisted up her hair before running out to get a cup of coffee? That was the story—literally—behind the disheveled updo and exaggerated eye makeup at Giambattista Valli.

“Giambattista wanted a little Jean Shrimpton on the eyes, but in a modern way, so we’re pushing it more,” said makeup artist Val Garland backstage. “The look is flirtatious and sexy.” We’d add “wild” to that description. To create the pointy winged liner that stretched out to the temples, Garland painted on the triangular shape using brown cream liner, then outlined it with black cream liner so the edges were sharp. About an inch below the eyes, she drew a thin line of white cream liner that carried out to the temples. Then she stacked two false lash strips on top of one another and glued them to the top lashes for a superfluttery effect. With all this action around the eyes, she took it easy on the rest of the face, sculpting the cheeks with beige and caramel blushes and swiping M.A.C. Lipstick in Siss, a matte beige, on the mouths.

“The hair is meant to look as though it was just pulled together in a minute,” said hairstylist Orlando Pita of the loose chignon. Of course, in reality it took a bit longer than that. Pita curled the hair with an iron, then teased it and parted it on the side. He pinned the hair back into a messy low bun, leaving a number of tendrils falling loose around the face. “At this show, the clothes and makeup are so perfect and impeccable,” he said. “So it’s a nice balance when the hair is a little off and undone.”

Reported by Karen Morrison

PHOTO: WWD

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Parents want Buist to remain intact

fytuba — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:34:12 +0000

In paying for sex changes, Cuba breaks from past
Looking in the mirror used to make Yiliam Gonzalez sick to her stomach.

Top 10 Beauty Faux Pas Made Popular

fytuba — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 23:34:49 +0000

Photo: Imaxtree
Marc Jacobs: Theatrical Makeup
Clowning around is typically reserved for the circus, but at Jacobs’ show white-painted faces, dramatic eyeliner, and red lips ruled. “I wanted the models to look like characters—like ballerinas who just stepped off the stage,” says makeup maestro François Nars about the look. “It’s ’30s stage makeup with a modern edge. Dancers in theater and opera always had white faces, pointed lips, and an eye that was drawn outward, not upward.”

Photo: Imaxtree
Rue du Mail: Gray Roots
Going prematurely gray is an unwelcome tress transformation for most women. But at Rue du Mail’s show, thanks to a liberal dusting of hair powder, models boldly walked the runway with halfway–down–the–head gray, making silver strands a dramatic do.

Photo: Imaxtree
Tracy Reese: Clumpy Mascara and Penciled-In Brows
TV commercials have drilled the importance of mascara brushes that “separate each lash” into our heads. And Brooke Shields’ lush arches have long been coveted. But at Reese’s spring 2010 show, makeup artist Charlotte Willer was intent on creating stuck-together lashes and superthin brows. “It’s a modernized ’20s look,” says the Maybelline global makeup artist. “We hid the eyebrows with concealer and drew a line over each with pencil. For lashes, we wanted them spiky so that they stood out. After brushing mascara on, I pushed lashes together so they’d appear clumped.”

Photo: Imaxtree
Ohne Titel: Uncovered Wig Wraps
What lies beneath a wig is typically not meant for public display—but at Ohne Titel’s show, stylist Jimmy Paul purposely left models’ wig-ready heads uncovered. Inspired by the age-old hair-wrapping technique, Paul misted strands with a strong-hold spray and circled them around the head. To secure, he wove sections together with thread and applied Bumble and bumble Hair Powder for matte texture.

Photo: Imaxtree
Preen: Matte Hair
Shiny tresses are one of the most sought-after attributes, but to offset spring’s abundance of shimmering fabrics, this season, matte hair is a must. “If clothes are very light-reflective pairing high-gloss hair with them can be too much,” says Guido Palau, who says he uses dry shampoo or baby powder on blow-dried hair to dull it down. “The two–day–old matte look is cooler—it’s not like you’re trying too hard.”

Palau isn’t the only stylist opting for matte: To complement the metallic fabrics in Preen’s spring 2010 collection, Laurent Phillippon used Bumble and bumble Surf Spray. “Normally, you’d spray the product on your hair and let it air-dry. But for Preen, I’m blow-drying with a flat brush using the Surf Spray,” says Phillippon. “This gives the hair really nice hold and a certain amount of matte texture—it’s still light and clean but has an interesting matte effect.”

Photo: Imaxtree
Rodarte: Tat Sleeves
While Chanel went with delicately tattooed necks, wrists, and legs, Rodarte opted for bold tattoo sleeves—a type of tattooing that usually rivals the “tramp stamp” in unpopularity. “It’s Maori–tribe–meets–L.A.–gang,” says makeup artist James Kaliardos about the face and body art. “The look is inspired by East L.A. gang girls; even the lips are meant to appear tattooed.” To fashion the faux tats, artists used sponges to apply M.A.C Chromaline, a water-resistant product, over precut patterns and dusted with translucent powder.

Photo: Imaxtree
Luca Luca: Unruly Curls
If curls can’t be tamed, don’t bother: Cutler stylist Teddy Charles aimed to dishevel models’ tresses at Luca Luca in order to create a “dramatic” effect. Of the look, Charles said he interpreted the season literally, choosing “natural, bouncy curls” as a way to celebrate spring and “springy movement.”

Photo: Imaxtree
Prada: Bleached Brows
Barely there brows may have a bad rep, but on the catwalk they’re good as gold. “We bleached them because lighter brows really open up the face and allow you to wear more color,” says makeup maven Pat McGrath about the arches at Prada. “They make a big impact on the runway and appear otherworldly.”

Photo: Imaxtree
Jonathan Saunders: Wet Hair
Unless you’re racing against time, leaving the house with stringy, damp strands is never recommended. But at Jonathan Saunders’ show, shower-fresh hairstyles were premeditated as a way to offset the feminine pastel clothing. “We didn’t want the hair too glamorous or overdone—we wanted it to make the dresses look edgy,” says hairstylist Palau, who sprayed models’ hair with water, Redken Hardwear 16 Super Strong Gel, and Redken Outshine 01 Anti-Frizz Polishing Milk.

Photo: Imaxtree
Givenchy: Brown Lipstick
The heavy matte-brown lipstick of the early ’90s (think Drew Barrymore, Kate Moss, and Courtney Love) hasn’t been lusted-after in ages. But the goth-meets-grunge lip look made a comeback in Givenchy’s spring 2010 show. To make brown wearable off the runway, look for a sheer rose-tinted hue.

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Paris Fashion Week 2010 Beauty Face-Off: Balenciaga

fytuba — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:35:02 +0000

Photo: Imaxtree

Balenciaga designer Nicolas Ghesquière went for avant-garde makeup both this season and last, but each had decidedly different vibes. While his spring 2010 models resembled futuristic warriors with their graphic black eye makeup and neon shadow, the fall 2010 Balenciaga girl appeared more classic, save for a dash of unexpected pastel color across the brow.

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Beauty On the Go Is a No-No

fytuba — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:43:58 +0000

This week, a 37-year-old Florida woman caused a car accident…because she was shaving her bikini line while driving, in preparation for meeting up with her boyfriend. (If that’s not weird enough, she did it with her ex-husband in the passenger seat.) I admit that back in my car-driving days, I occasionally applied lipstick at a red light. That’s pretty tame compared to the beauty acts I’ve witnessed from other drivers, from flossing (the grossest) to applying mascara (the most dangerous). My rule on en-route primping is: don’t apply anything while moving, especially nothing on the eyes, because it leads to nightmarish visions of me (or the driver, if I’m sitting shotgun) slamming on the brakes, sending that kohl pencil right into my eyeball. Ack! Now that I ride the subway to work, I see even more public makeup applications; it’s safer, but not less crude. Female commuters stick mostly to eyes and lips, though I have seen a woman painting her nails (the smell in the train car made me lightheaded) and a man clipping his (um, barf).

We all know it’s dangerous to do anything but drive while driving. But admit it—what primping have you done (or witnessed) in planes, trains, or automobiles?

PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES

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Parmatown Mall hosts prom fashion show, Easter Bunny arrival party on March 13

fytuba — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:35:08 +0000

Iraq Politicians Maneuver for Power Ahead of Results (Update1)
March 9 (Bloomberg) — Political maneuvering was under way in Iraq before initial results from the parliamentary election are announced, with early indications that no party would win a majority and tough coalition bargaining lies ahead.

Online Makeup Resource For Beauty Pageant Contestants

fytuba — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 04:18:59 +0000

Are you an excited beauty pageant contestant? Congratulations and best wishes to you for a successful pageant! Now, about showcasing your beautiful face….

Do you know how to apply your own makeup so it looks ‘professionally done’?
Do you know which lip, eye and cheek colors will flatter you and your dress color?
Do you know which products and colors will show up on stage and on camera, without looking overdone?
Do you know where to find an online resource for makeup tips and guidance to help you create your very own ’show-stopping’ makeup look?

One of the most important, on-going skills a pageant contestant can possess is understanding how to apply and adapt her makeup, not only during each segment of pageant competition, but for any occasion. Looking ‘camera-ready’ for those important personal appearances, impromptu photos or TV interviews is necessary for a successful pageant contestant and winner.   (continued below)
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“Many young women want the self-confidence that learning how to apply their makeup will give them – whether they wish to create a fresh, natural look or all-out red carpet glamour for a big night on stage.  Mastering their makeup abilities can be especially important to contestants preparing for beauty pageants, giving them extra confidence when presenting themselves to the judges,” says Jennifer Kalman, Commercial Makeup Artist.

Some beauty pageants do not have access to a professional makeup artist, therefore each contestant is responsible for applying her makeup suitable for her age and outfit. But how to achieve professional results without professional guidance?   One online makeup resource is especially useful for pageant contestants, showing how to:

- Select lip, eye and cheek colors to coordinate with the colors they are wearing…avoid makeup colors that clash with the dress.
- Find highly-pigmented makeup color products that are ‘camera ready’ for stage, photos and videos…avoid ‘washed-out’ photos!
- Locate and print online how-to-apply makeup tips, techniques and directions to use as a reference guide during makeup application
- Skillfully blend eye shadows to enlarge, contour and brighten the eyes
- Apply false eyelashes
- Define and add fullness to the lips
- Find help from a professional makeup artist if they have a specific makeup question.

The solution is an online makeup resource for pageant contestants interested in refining their makeup skills! This online resource shows specially-selected makeup tones to match their dress, identifying high-pigment lip, eye and cheek color products, all shown in a fresh Natural Look or a glamorous Dramatic Look. The packages are complete with illustrations showing where to apply the high-pigment makeup colors and how to blend them. On the site, pageant contestants can also join the “Make Me Dazzle” club to gain special website access to advanced makeup tips, techniques and instruction to help them showcase their beauty! This online resource is similar to having your own personalized makeup lesson with a professional makeup artist!

Make sure YOU steal the spotlight every time!

Commercial makeup artist, Jennifer Kalman, developed the QDazzle(TM) concept as a way to share her makeup application experience to help you look your most beautiful for your prom, pageant, wedding, quinceanera or special event! After giving hundreds of one-on-one makeup lessons, Jennifer saw that there was just not enough real help available for women wanting to learn how to better apply their makeup. Jennifer’s own QDazzle(TM) makeup color cosmetic line includes highly-pigmented, camera-ready Lip, Eye and Cheek colors specially-selected to match your dress color! There are also fun glamour items like Crystal Eyelashes, Body Shimmer Glow Powder, and Sparkling Eye Dust! On her website site, www.QDazzleProm.com, you will find helpful makeup illustrations, instructions and tips to assist with makeup application. Jennifer has 18+ years of experience applying makeup for thousands of weddings, proms, and quinceaneras, along with makeup for television, video and print media. Her professional credentials include makeup for LeAnn Rimes, Troy Aikman, the Dixie Chicks and the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. Counted among her many commercial makeup clients are Pepsi, American Airlines, Frito-Lay, Dr. Pepper, and Verizon.

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Get Ready for the Oscars: The Year’s Best Movie Beauty Moments

fytuba — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 02:43:47 +0000

Here at Allure, the Oscars are practically our Superbowl. Not so much for the ceremony and the speeches, but for the hair, makeup, and dresses. We’re counting down the hours until kickoff, a.k.a., the red carpet, and dying to see stars like Diane Kruger, Zoe Saldana, and Emily Blunt. These women also had some major beauty moments on screen—check them out here, tune in to the show, and follow us on Twitter for updates all night long.

PHOTO: UNIVERSAL PICTURES/THE KOBAL COLLECTION

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Pinstripes Then, Now and Forever

fytuba — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 02:33:01 +0000

Out Of The Box: Clinique Rinse-Off Eye Makeup Solvent
Key ingredient: eye-makeup remover