Spa essentials;Summer make up tips!

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Summer Makeup Tips

Natural makeup is the perfect option for summer. Bronze powder, matte eyeshadow, creamy lipstick and pastels are representative for this hot period of the year. Summer makeup needs special attention because due to high temperatures we can transform an impeccable and beautiful look into a total disaster. However, with a few summer makeup tips everyone can get a natural and flawless look.

What can be more appropriate for a summer look than a discreet, natural, fresh and rejuvenating makeup. Forget about running mascara and thick foundation, and try a few makeup tips and tricks in order to make your skin look amazing during summer.

• Ice, ice.... Before starting the makeup process, apply an ice cube on the clean face as this clogs the pores and the skin becomes more matte. If you have a mixed or oily skin, apply a gel-cream or a moisturizing lotion in order to prevent the sebum outbreak.

• Say no to foundation. When it comes to foundation, specialists say that it is better to avoid it during summer. Therefore, you should avoid applying foundation and go only for some blush in order to emphasize your cheekbones. Still, if you really need foundation, choose a moisturizing, matte one.

 

• Powder. For a more natural look, you can successfully replace foundation with powder. Even though powder is not strongly recommended either, if you still decide to use it, choose it in a light, smooth texture and colors such as golden-brown, raspberry pink, dark red or a darker pink.

• Bronze powder. Always avoid applying bronze powder just after applying moisturizing cream. This will make the process much more difficult. Therefore, your skin should be dry. Apply it along the forehead, nose bridge, cheeks, a bit on the chin and neck.

• Blush. For a more natural, daytime makeup use creamy and smooth, fluid textures, rather transparent, and warm colors. If you want a sun-kissed effect use a brush and apply some blush on the nostrils.

 

• At the beach. Everyone knows that at the beach makeup is totally forbidden. This is not just because you cannot tan, but when you'll get out of the water you'll look rather strange and scary. Moreover, the substances in makeup products combined with sun rays can really harm your skin. Nevertheless, there are two products you can use on this occasion. First, there is the water proof mascara applied in one lightly coat. Then, there is the lip gloss in shimmery shades.

 

• Daytime makeup. For this type of makeup, a blush is the secret weapon. However, make sure it is bronze for brunettes, and pink, coral or peachy for blondes. Blush plays the role of refreshing the skin. Use natural colors for eyeshadow such as beige, warm shades of brown, pink and orange. You can use a black or brown mascara as long as you don't overload your eyelashes. Replace your eyebrow pencil by a colorless mascara. Avoid lip liner and go for lip gloss and colors such as pink, beige or peach.

• Shimmery makeup is appropriate for a daytime look in order to accentuate the bronze effect. If you are looking for an easy and quick makeup choose a concealer and a self-tanning balm or gel.
  Balm is perfect if you want to cover red spots and it gives the illusion that nothing has been applied on the skin. It also acts as a sunscreen. If you want to accentuate the tanned effect, apply a bronze illuminating powder or a creamy blush for a fresh look. The eyeliner is essential as it intensifies the look.

 

• Evening makeup. Now you are allowed to use foundation, but still try not to exaggerate. As for the makeup, choose what part do you want to accentuate: the lips or the eyes. In both cases you can use mascara. For a night out with your friends, in a club, you should avoid using foundation. Use the powder instead and take it with you if you feel like refreshing your makeup. For the eyes you can choose metallics and a holographic lip gloss for your lips. Make sure all makeup products that you choose are transfer resistant.

• Femme fatale. If for a casual, daytime makeup it is advisable not to exaggerate with your makeup, for an evening makeup you can dare more and play with colors. You can accentuate the eyes using false eyelashes and shimmery eyeshadow. Moreover for a “femme fatale” look, you can use a black eyeliner and iridescent eyeshadow to brighten up your look.

 

Day Spa News! Runway Eye Makeup Tricks

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Runway Eye Makeup Tricks

Models on the catwalk are presented in their utmost beauty both when it comes of classy as well as more alternative looks. Those who are eager to draw some inspiration from the fashion show beauty ideas will have the opportunity to get a detailed insight into the most creative runway eye make up tricks that are used by professional make up artist all over the fashion capitals of the world. From camouflaging the beauty flaws and accentuating what's best in their face make up gurus would appeal to several revolutionary rituals to polish the look of these young models to perfection.

Models are helped and guided by a generous group of make up artists. These pro beauticians will help them put in the spotlight their best assets as well as adapt to the atmosphere of the fashion shows. Indeed the various presentations require different tricks and make up styles. From the color combination to the designs and minuscule details all are created with great precision. Their example as well as the ideas these professional artists reveal can serve as the best means to enrich our knowledge of latest make up tendencies and also polish our skills by creating and copycatting them. Those who are eager to follow the footsteps of models who turned into make up wizards due to their apprenticeship at the prominent members of the beauty industry should read through the following brief tutorial.

Eye Brightening

• The fabulous and high brow aura of fashion shows often screams for shimmery and glittering make up styles. In this case make up artist have their secrets that boost the effect of simple and often neutral shades in order to crown the atmosphere of the whole presentation as well as the dresses individually. In fact the color palette is enhances and complemented with a white shade.

• This is in fact the most illuminating trick that would offer the eye make up the proper lighter impact. The white tint is applied with the help of a softened and refined pencil exactly to the inner rims of the eyes.

• This way the glimpse will take all the well-merited attention. Moreover applying white eye shadow in a narrow section on the lash lines is also a time-tested method to add an additional flair to the eyes.

 

Highlight Lower Lashes

• Lower lashes are often neglected when creating a worth-admiring stage make up. However make up artists who work in the fashion industry know that all the tiny details can make a tremendous change therefore it is important to cover all the important spots for the success of the look. Lower eyelashes can be easily accentuated with the help of an eye pencil in black or brown as well as the more vivid tones, depending on the main shades used in your make up.

• Though a too well-defined line on the lower lashline would make you seem a rookie in modern make up, make sure you also appeal to the use of flat-tipped brush to mute the straight and polished line. Instead create a smudge effect which is uber-popular both when embedded into smokey eyes as well as other shimmery make up styles.

Eyebrow Arches Care

• Eyebrows are central details of your make up, these besides being able to change your facial features as well as the well-proportioned quality of your face can also contribute to the overwhelming success of your make up. Models and make up artist are aware of the fact that statement eyebrows are jewelries of the various make up designs. As a consequence including the eyebrow arches care step into your make up routine is a real must.

• As simple as that you only have to use a professional eyebrow brush or those who might not have this make sure you take your toothbrush in order to polish the arch of the brows.Comb them through with precision and make sure you find out the spots where it is necessary to appeal to the use of an eyebrow pencil to complete the bare areas. Eyebrows as you've seen on fashion shows occupy a central role in the creation of the perfect runway make up. Make up gurus encourage the including of this small ritual into the preparation phase for a special event.

 

Eyebrow Boost Effect

• As mentioned before it is important to devote more time to the nourishing of our eyebrows. This can be best done with the help of the high quality products and tools.

• Furthermore it is also important to practice the tricks that would help us boost the visual effect of this spot. In order to emphasize the depth of the eye make up, use an eye pencil and highlight the line just below the crease of your lids with the desired shade.

• For smokey eye make up make it black, for other styles make sure you choose a complementary tone to achieve the fab effect. In cases the line might be too dark and profound, you can mute the effect.

• With the help of a flat-tipped brush that would help you to smudge the extremely well-defined line and blend it into the overall eye make up. Proceed with care and use the must have beauty tools and products for the best impression.

 

Dark Undereye Circles

• Due to tiredness and exhaustion as well as other health reasons some people might struggle with under eye dark circles. These can indeed ruin your look if you neglect them. Models make no exception when it comes of this beauty flaw. Make up artist however elaborated the best tricks to eliminate them and secure the spotless effect of the runway make up. In this case it is important to first apply the concealer that would secure the proper base for the whole make up.

• Though ideally concealers would be enough to achieve the desired effect we should also include the powder into the make up must have essentials. The combo of these two products will guarantee the smashing effect all make up styles. In order to create the dream look apply the concealer then use a gentle brush and apply a translucent powder over the delicate section. The visual effect is guaranteed for the high brow show.

 

How to Remove a Tan

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How to Remove a Tan

A subtle tan can really enhance our features and boost our sex appeal. However, sometimes things can go unbelievably wrong and we can end up looking worse than before. Whether you acquired your tan trough repeated sunbathing sessions or you used a sunless tanner to get a darker shade there are plenty of solutions you can use to remove that unwanted shade of tan. Check out a few tan removal tips that can speed up this process.

Tanning is a great way to enhance your natural beauty and to make certain flaws that make you self conscious less visible. However getting the perfect tan is not always an easy task and we might encounter several problems in the process that might make us regret our decision. Whether we are talking about getting an orange fake tan or over tanned skin we quickly end up wanting nothing more than than to get rid of the unsightly shade we acquired. While time can solve this problem on its own we can also speed up the process through a variety of methods. Here are a few tips on getting rid of a tan faster:

Getting rid of a sun tan can be quite difficult. However, if you do some of the things that are contrary to preserving a tan such as using a granular exfoliator regularly and you avoid further sun exposure while using a sunscreen with a higher SPF than you would normally use, your tan will begin to fade more rapidly. In addition to these measures a few home remedies might be useful for getting you closer to your goal.

A mixture of yogurt and lemon juice applied on the problematic spots for about 15 minutes before taking a shower can be a good way to lighten the color of your skin

. Lemon juice is a veritable natural bleaching agent so it works really well when it comes to lightening the color of your skin. Alternatively a paste made with yogurt, honey and turmeric can have a similar effect. Leave this paste on the problem areas for twenty minutes than rinse with lukewarm water.

If you would rather use single ingredient instead of a paste, cucumber juice can be a good alternative for your face and neck. If you have problems with redness caused by sun expose, you can soothe the skin using a mixture of honey and cucumber juice. Cucumber slices can be applied on the rest of the body for a similar effect. The key with these natural home remedy is consistence. Make sure to apply these natural remedies on a regular basis to be able to see gradual improvements.

If the nasty tan is the result of improper use of self tanner you should have a different approach depending on the areas that need to be corrected. For example the face and the neck area is not a highly problematic zone due the fact that the color tends to fade faster compared to other areas.

On the other hand, larger areas such as the torso, the arms or the legs can be a bigger source of frustration. However there is a quite simple and safe method you can use for these areas. Baby oil is a perfect product to tackle this problem as its ingredients help break down the dye used in most self tanners.

Applying baby oil before a bath is a safe and smart way to fix a less than perfect tan. To speed up the process even more you can add ¼ cup of Epsom salt in the hot tub before jumping in to enhance the color fading you already acquired. The salty water will act as an exfoliator. Use a washcloth to accelerate the process even more but make sure to use gentle movements to prevent skin irritations.

How to apply Bronzer

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Tips on how to apply a bronzer to look super fresh!