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Choose the right blush for your skin type

Tuesday, November 8th, 2011

The blush you use should depend on your skin type! Chances are, you chose your moisturizer based on what type of skin you have. You can't exactly slather on a rich, creamy product if you have oily skin – and dry skin needs a bit more TLC than what a moisturizer for normal skin can provide. But did you know that blush should be chosen the same way? There are certain formulas that work better for different skin types. Here's what you need to know, courtesy of Allure magazine.

If you have dry skin
Use a cream blush, like Paula Dorf – Cheek Color Cream. It will blend into your skin better than any other formula would, and since it's got moisture, your cheeks will get a bit of extra hydration. This brand is also fragrance free and hypoallergenic, so even sensitive skin can wear it.

If you have normal skin
Normal skin is a combination of dry and oily, depending on the day. A powder blush will do the trick because it will last longer than a cream, which can rub off and fade with a bit of oil. Try Jane Iredale – PurePressed Blush for a natural shade that complements your skin tone.

If you have oily skin
Powders can look cakey on oily skin, while creams tend to migrate. Use a gel blush instead, which will blend easily with your skin and give you long-lasting color. Pixi – Sheer Cheek Gel is sure to have a shade that will work for you.

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How to fake chiseled cheekbones

Thursday, October 20th, 2011

Chiseled cheeks are a cinch to fake! Not every gal was born with to-die-for cheekbones, but if you want to fake the slimming look for yourself, it's easy to do with the right products and technique. Here's how to pull off perfect contouring, according to Allure magazine.

Start out with a shade of powder that works for your skin tone. If you botch this key step, it'll be obvious what you're trying to do – and that's not what you want. Aim for a color that's only a shade or two lighter than your natural tone. Youngblood – Natural Mineral Foundation should have a shade that suits you.

Use a fluffy, angled brush, like Youngblood – Contour Blush Brush, and swirl it into the powder. Be sure to tap away the excess, then suck in your cheeks and swipe it along the sunken area. Stop about an inch away from the corner of your mouth. Blend it as much as you can so it looks perfectly natural.

As a finishing touch, apply a dab of highlighter on the tops of your cheekbones. This will attract the light and give your cheeks a nice contrast to make them stand out.

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How to save your favorite blush

Wednesday, October 19th, 2011

Rescue your favorite blush! Picture your favorite blush, which you've had for a while and simply can't live without. The stuff makes your face look so fresh and awake! Now imagine that you're desperately in need of a quick pick-me-up, so you rummage around for it in your makeup bag and pull it out, only to drop it into the sink or onto the floor. Most packages don't protect it from getting broken, so you're left with a sad pile of blush chunks.

Before you tear up a bit and end up throwing it out, know that it can be saved! A blush like Youngblood – Pressed Mineral Blush simply needs to be crushed up a bit. Transfer the pieces into a container and use a spoon to mash up the pieces. Try to get the powder as fine as possible. Mix in a translucent face powder with a hint of shimmer, like GloMinerals – gloDust 24K. This will ensure you don't get too much blush on your brush at once.

Put everything into a smaller makeup container that you can store in your bag. You can buy these at beauty supply stores for cheap. Now you have a loose powder blush with a hint of shimmer that's still just as flattering – and you didn't have to buy a new compact!

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How to make your blush look natural

Friday, July 29th, 2011

Make your blush look natural. Concerned that your bright pink cheeks have you looking like you're in clown college? No need to throw away that vibrant shade – the trick to a natural flush is making sure you apply your makeup in the right way and in the right places. Here are some tips for making sure your blush is subtle, feminine and all-around beautiful.

First, you need to find the right color. To figure out which shade will work for you, gently pinch your bare cheeks and observe the color they turn. Select a blush within a few shades of that hue – perhaps a little more vibrant if you're looking for maximum impact. (And a little shimmer never hurt, either!)

Once you've found the right blush for you, the next step is to apply it. Use a soft, round brush with lots of thick bristles for even coverage. While you stand in front of the mirror, smile and find the apples of your cheeks – then brush your blush over them. Sweep gently upward toward your temples for more defined cheekbones, or stick to the round part of your cheeks for a more youthful, innocent style.

Set your look with a translucent powder and you're ready to go!

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Finding the right bronzer

Wednesday, July 13th, 2011

Get an instant tan with bronzer. Summertime is all about tanning, but you can still get that gorgeous sunkissed look even if you don't have time to hit the beach. With the right bronzer, you can take your look from stuck-in-the-office-on-Saturday to spent-the-weekend-on-a-yacht in no time flat! These perfect powders will give you a gorgeous faux glow without any skin damaging, age spots or deadly diseases, guaranteed.

An excellent option for gals on the fairer side is the Jane Iredale Sunbeam Quad bronzer. With four colors to blend as you wish, you can opt for a pink flush, a sunkissed glow or a deep tan – and with a white section included, it's easy to lighten up if you go a little too dark. Plus, since you can blend your own color, you won't need to buy a new bronzer if you do find time to lay out one afternoon.

For gals who already have a base tan, Too Faced Peach Leopard Brightening and Perfecting Bronzer is an excellent option. Not only does this cute compact come with a unique leopard pattern, it combines gold, brown and pink tones with a little bit of a shimmer for the perfect island glow.

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Blush colors for summer

Tuesday, July 12th, 2011

Try this blush colors for summer. In the wintertime, your rosy cheeks come naturally when you step out into the bitter cold and expose your face to the elements. But with a sunkissed summer glow, your feminine blush can get lost under that perfect tan. If you want to give your cheeks just a bit of a boost, try one of these fun summertime shades so you can glow just like a sunset over the shore.

If you're rocking a deep tan, try a peachy shade of blush to complement the golden undertones in your skin. Stay away from anything that's too orange – the perfect peach blush combines elements of yellow, pink and red for a soft, tropical glow. Look for one with a bit of shimmer for a dewy look that'll give the impression you've been sitting by the beach all day long.

Fairer ladies should stick to tried-and-true pinks for their summer shades. Feel free to get a little bolder this summer and opt for something with a hint of magenta. This bright shade will give you a fantastic glow reminiscent of ripe berries and fresh watermelon – everything that's great about summer!

With just a touch of blush, you can give your face a gorgeous glow that's quite unlike the red sunburn you might have been sporting when you got back from the beach a few days ago.

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Jessica Alba takes a page out of gramma’s beauty book

Monday, June 27th, 2011

Jessica Alba takes a page out of gramma's beauty book The best beauty secrets are the ones that are passed down and kept alive through generations of gorgeous women. Jessica Alba is certainly all the wiser for heeding her grandmother's advice, which is mostly responsible for that beautiful, healthy glow she's always sporting.

"Before there was cream blush, my grandmother would apply lipstick on her lips, cheeks and eyes. I still do that today," Alba revealed to StyleList.com. "And my mother always told me to wash my face every night, wear sunscreen during the day and drink plenty of water. It's simple but I like to think that it works for me."

Whether you stick to Alba's old-school methods or invest in a creamy blush for the summer, nabbing a picture-perfect glow is as easy and simple as this tidbit would suggest.

All women will look their best in the summer with a mixture of bronzer and blush. Sweep bronzer that's a shade or two deeper than your natural skintone along your cheekbones, temples, browbones and forehead (all of the areas on your face that naturally get the most sunlight) and add a touch of rosy color to the apples of your cheeks. The result? A natural, healthy glow that'll be your biggest beauty ally this season.

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Molly Ringwald’s glowing secret

Tuesday, June 21st, 2011

Molly Ringwald's glowing secret Molly Ringwald has inspired girls since the '80s, and now she's back as a self-assured grown woman with plenty of wisdom in the beauty department. Ringwald recently confessed to BellaSugar.com that she now wears significantly less makeup than she did in her teenage years, but the length of time that it took for her to get to that point taught her a few neat tricks where makeup is concerned.

"Somebody also told me a trick today about cheeks," Ringwald told the news source. "She said to think of them like Neapolitan ice cream sandwiches: vanilla, strawberry, chocolate. So white on top, pink on the apples, and shading on the bottom. Then blend, blend, blend."

Ringwald's explanation is contouring made easy, but none of this advice is anything new to those skilled in the art of highlighting. Adding a basic sheen to your mug isn't hard – just use a cream highlighter on your cheekbones, browbones, temples and on your cupid's bow for a picture-perfect dewy look.

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Shattering the blush paradigm

Friday, June 17th, 2011

Shattering the blush paradigm In the modern world, there's no "color by numbers" guide to show you where to put your makeup. Runway models (and the likes of Lady Gaga) have all teamed up to show us that where you apply your makeup is inconsequential as long as you can maintain a creative vision.

Most recently, the trend radars at Refinery 29 picked up on a rather unusual blush trend that's been circulating the fashion circuits.

"We've noticed bright-pink blush straying from the norm and making moves to the lower cheeks…or traveling up toward the temples," the news source reports. "Sure, the pros typically caution against over-application or deviating from the apples, but this shift in flush could be a new way to up your summer blush game. Or, should it just be labeled as blush-gone-crazy?"

This certainly isn't your typical work-day look, so if you're looking for a makeup style that'll take you through your nine-to-five, forget it. This simple maneuver is ideal for a glamorous night out, however, so don't be afraid to pick up a bright shade of mauve and add a bit of flush around your eyes and cheekbones. The result will be positively high fashion.