Archive for the ‘Eye Makeup’ Category

Heather Graham shines in Europe with dramatic eye makeup

Friday, May 24th, 2013

Heather Graham shines in Europe with dramatic eye makeup

One woman who knows a thing or two about attending red carpet events is Heather Graham. The illustrious actress has been going to these events for years, and she recently showed up to the European premiere of "The Hangover III" to wow audiences once again with her beauty. 

Graham wore a stunning black dress that showed off her curves as she posed for photographers. To complement the elegance of the ensemble, she rimmed her eyes with black eyeliner and an ample amount of dark mascara to give her peepers some drama. On her lips, she wore a subtle shade of magenta that was just enough to give her pout some eye-catching color.

If you want to recreate Graham's appearance on your own face for an upcoming event, all you need is dark eye makeup to help you achieve your goal. Simply use a long-lasting, waterproof mascara to give your lashes some much-needed length. Then, use a black eyeliner around your eyes to top off the look. Redbook magazine encourages you to keep your chin up during the application process to make it easier and increase accuracy.

Do you know how to bring out your inner 1920s flapper?

Monday, May 13th, 2013

Do you know how to bring out your inner 1920s flapper?

If you haven’t seen “The Great Gatsby” yet, you might be missing out on some of the hottest makeup trends of the season! It’s not uncommon for Hollywood to set the tone for styles in the world of cosmetics, and this movie was no different. Now, it seems like everyone wants to get a taste of the 1920s and bring out the Daisy Buchanan in herself!

The Huffington Post reported that the 1920s were all about bringing out the most of your feminine qualities through your makeup. This is why women were seen all dolled up with bold lipsticks and eyeliner – no, they weren’t just craving attention! This was the style of the day, and it was used heavily throughout “The Great Gatsby.”

Dark eye makeup was a cornerstone of style in the 1920s, and it wasn’t just flappers who rocked the look. Anyone who wanted to appear glamorous knew that dramatic eye makeup was the ticket. To achieve the perfect look from this era, Hollywood Life recommends being generous with your mascara and giving your lashes some volume. On your lips, opt for a bold red to make your pout truly stand out.

Michelle Rodriguez shines at the premiere of ‘Fast & Furious 6′

Thursday, May 9th, 2013

Michelle Rodriguez shines at the premiere of

There’s nothing quite like a movie premiere to show off your natural beauty, and that’s just what actress Michelle Rodriguez did when she attended the debut of “Fast & Furious 6.” She showed up to the event wearing a lavish red dress and wore her brunette locks in an updo that allowed her face to shine.

As Rodriguez posed for the cameras, it was hard not to notice her beautiful black eyeliner, which lined the rims of her peepers. Rather than use dramatic makeup throughout the rest of her face, Rodriguez decided to let her eyes do all of the work. On her pout, she opted for a glossy neutral lipstick to complement her intriguing smile.

If you’re interested in looking glamorous like Rodriguez without going to too much trouble, all you need is your own black eyeliner. To achieve a sexy, radiant appearance, Redbook magazine recommends tilting your chin up to make it easier to flawlessly apply your eyeliner. Try to make sure that your elbow and arm are steady as well to create the perfect look. In the end, you’ll be ready to take on the day!

Carmen Electra knows how to wear black eyeliner – do you?

Monday, May 6th, 2013

Carmen Electra knows how to wear black eyeliner - do you?

One woman who knows a thing or two about looking fabulous in front of the camera is Carmen Electra. The celebrity, who’s renowned for everything from her acting skills to her beautiful body, recently celebrated her 41st birthday in style. To top it all off, Electra wore dramatic eye makeup to complement her chic ensemble.

The celebrity chose to celebrate her birthday in Las Vegas with her close friends, and she wore a body-hugging black dress to commemorate the event. It had long sleeves and cascaded down to her thighs, where it stopped short to showcase Electra’s stunning legs.

On her eyes, she wore dramatic black eyeliner to make her peepers seem wider and more intriguing. Electra opted for a glossy neutral lipstick on her pout and allowed her eyes to do all of the talking. To finish off her appearance, she wore dark mascara that gave her lashes length and volume.

If you want to achieve a similar look with your eyeliner, Redbook magazine recommends keeping your head tilted upward as you apply it. This can help you see the entire rims of your eyes as you use the pencil.

Nina Dobrev flaunts her beauty on the red carpet

Thursday, May 2nd, 2013

Nina Dobrev flaunts her beauty on the red carpet

Renowned for her roles on a wide variety of television shows, Nina Dobrev has made her mark on Hollywood early in her young career. Her celebrity status recently earned her a ticket to the red carpet world premiere of “The Great Gatsby,” where she showed off her natural beauty.

Dobrev chose to wear a black dress with a gold glitter pattern on the front to add some flair to her overall look. However, it was her makeup that truly stole the show, complementing her ensemble and accentuating the highlights of her stunning face.

The actress opted to go with dark black eyeliner around her peepers and opted for smoky eyeshadow on her lids. On her cheeks, she had a hint of pink blush and rounded off the look with a neutral lipstick on her pout.

If you want to try a smoky eye look like Dobrev, InStyle magazine recommends using a medium-sized eyeshadow brush to blend accordingly. Then, don’t skimp on the mascara as you add volume and drama to your lashes. If you want to lighten the look, use a shimmery silver eyeshadow on the inner corners of your peepers.

Babydoll lashes can give your peepers a fun, flirty look

Wednesday, April 24th, 2013

Babydoll lashes can give your peepers a fun, flirty look

Babydoll eyelashes have been seen on everyone from models to Hollywood celebrities, and they continue to grow in popularity as spring rolls on. If you’re interested in achieving this beautiful look, you don’t have to be naturally blessed with long lashes! All you need is the proper eye makeup to enhance your appearance and give your peepers a boost.

First, make sure you have a long-lasting, volumizing mascara on hand to give your lashes some much-needed TLC. If you’re afraid of black being too dramatic for the occasion, opt for brown instead for a more casual appearance.

Next, put your lash curler to work. Spend at least 30 seconds crimping the lashes of each eye to give them flawless curves that draw attention to your face. Then, apply a lash primer to prep them for additional makeup and help them hold their curls.

Finally, take your time while applying your mascara. Daily Makeover recommends waiting a few seconds in between adding coats to prevent a goopy look. In the end, you’ll have long, voluptuous lashes. Whether you’re heading out for a night on the town or you’re simply going to work, there’s never a bad time to flaunt babydoll lashes.

Go red or pink on your peepers this spring for a fresh look

Tuesday, April 23rd, 2013

Go red or pink on your peepers this spring for a fresh look

Now that you have your BABOR cosmetics in line for spring, you might be wondering what else you can add to your collection for the coming months. After all, the warm weather is worth celebrating, and you can show your excitement through your makeup and clothing!

One trend that appears to be growing in popularity is red and pink eyeshadow, according to Style Bistro. While it might seem unusual to wear a pop of color like this on your lids, the fact of the matter is that these hues can work wonders around your peepers, especially when you want to look energetic. Everyone from models to Hollywood celebrities have been seen wearing shades of pink and red, and you can easily take advantage of this trend as well.

The Huffington Post recommends beginning with a primer to ensure that the color stays in place. Then, use a soft brush to blend and create a natural appearance. If you’re afraid of the color being too vivid, go neutral with makeup on the rest of your face. This will allow your eyes to do all of the talking without creating an overwhelming look.

Vera Wang is a pro at both fashion and makeup

Thursday, April 18th, 2013

Vera Wang is a pro at both fashion and makeup

If there’s one woman who knows a thing or two about looking glamorous, it’s Vera Wang. The renowned fashion designer recently made an appearance at the Tribeca Film Festival wearing a trendy ensemble that turned heads as she smiled for the cameras.

Wang wore all black in addition to stunning stilettos that gave her a few inches of height. On her head, she had a large black hat to match that topped off her chic look. However, it was her choice to go light with makeup that’s really worth noting.

The designer seemed to allow her outfit to speak for itself, wearing only a bit of black eyeshadow on her lids. Wang went for a subtle look on her lips as well, opting for a neutral glossy lipstick. She had just the right amount of makeup on for her dark, dramatic ensemble.

If you want to mimic Wang’s look, think about limiting the amount of eye makeup you wear if you’re already sporting a bold outfit. A simple gray or black eyeshadow on your lids is enough to draw attention to your peepers. Don’t overdo it with a flashy, bright color on your pout.

Snooki keeps her face simple for the 2013 MTV Movie Awards

Monday, April 15th, 2013

Snooki keeps her face simple for the 2013 MTV Movie Awards

Nicole Polizzi, better known as Snooki from “Jersey Shore,” is renowned for turning heads on the red carpet. This is just what she did on Sunday night when she arrived at the 2013 MTV Movie Awards in a glittery pink gown that cascaded down to the floor. To top off her ensemble, Snooki wore platform heels that gave her some much needed height.

With such bold wardrobe choices, one has to wonder how the reality star selects the perfect makeup to complement her ensembles. After all, there’s such thing as going overboard, and no one wants to be deemed a train wreck at a public event!

At the 2013 MTV Movie Awards, Snooki played it safe and stuck to neutral eyeshadow that was barely noticeable on her lids. To add some drama, she gave her lashes an ample amount of volume with black mascara and topped off her peepers with dark eyeliner. Her pout was pretty in pink as she smiled for the cameras.

If you tend to opt for bold, striking dresses like Snooki, you might want to use her tactics to keep your look grounded. Don’t be too concerned with adding splashes of color to your face when it’s already evident in your outfit.

Kaley Cuoco opts for dramatic eye makeup on the red carpet

Tuesday, April 9th, 2013

Kaley Cuoco opts for dramatic eye makeup on the red carpet

Ever since landing a starring role on the hit sitcom “The Big Bang Theory,” Kaley Cuoco has seemingly been everywhere. Most recently, she was spotted on the red carpet at the 48th Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas, and she wowed onlookers with both her outfit and makeup.

Cuoco opted for a black and white BCBG mermaid gown that trailed behind her as she walked down the carpet. Her hair stole the show, tied back into a poofy bun that gave her an edge that she typically lacks. The all-American girl is often portrayed as a simple blonde with a sassy attitude on television. Cuoco successfully proved that she’s more than that!

The actress went dramatic around her peepers with a smoky eye look. An ample amount of black eyeliner and mascara surrounded her eyes, and her lids were brightened with a silver eyeshadow.

You can achieve a similar look by applying a bit of black liquid eyeliner around your own eyes, then using a volumizing mascara to give your lashes some length. Dab a little shimmery eyeshadow onto your lids, and you’ll be able to step out of the house in style!