I've been a fiend for all things eyeshadow for over a decade, so you might say I've picked up the basics and have fine-tuned my techniques over the years. I've taken all of that knowledge and expertise from the years and tried to shake it all out of my brain and into this post so that readers who...
We all want to know how to make our lipstick last longer, so here's what I've found works best for getting longer wear out of your lipsticks (and glosses, to some extent) without always having to opt for a matte, liquid lipstick. The key to making your lipstick last the longest it can is to apply...
Back to the basics -- let's learn how to apply lipstick! From tips on how to prep your lips for the smoothest lipstick application to how to help lipstick apply better on dry lips to how to get your lipstick to go on evenly, we'll help you get more out of your favorite lipsticks. As always, you...
I know how critical it is to know how to apply and blend out your eyeshadow like a pro, and it can be a real challenge to balance blending to get seamless transitions between shades without losing definition (which results in muddied colors). Whether you're working with eight eyeshadows (like me!)...
Whether you need your eyeshadow to last all day because you're working hard or playing hard, these tips and tricks should help extend the wear of your eye makeup. The key takeaways from this how-to are: your skin type (on your eyes) is the most impactful and eyeshadow primers aren't a waste of...
Do you love the sunkissed glow that a beachy vacation gives you? Bronzer can give that fresh-from-the-beach kind of vibe without the sunny rays. Here's our guide on how to apply bronzer with ease, which will details where to apply bronzer, how to apply it, what tools work best, and how to deal with...
Learning how to contour and highlight your face is a lot easier than you think! Contouring is playing with shadow and light to bring more or less depth to facial features, like accentuating cheekbones or slimming the jawline. The simplest way to contour is to use a product that is two to three...
Cream eyeshadows are an excellent choice for one-and-done looks, which is when you apply and blend out a single eyeshadow all over the lid to add color, texture, and/or dimension without having to spend a lot of time. These types of looks are perfect for those hurried mornings when you've slept in...
We're all about shopping smarter, which means we're here to show you how you can save money on your favorite makeup and beauty products. There are several resources available to everyone to ensure that every purchase is a good purchase for your personal needs. My goal is to help you make better...
If you're new to eye makeup, I've created a detailed, step-by-step eye makeup tutorial that is geared toward beginners. This means that I've tried my best to break down the terminology, the tools, and the actual technique to apply a full eye makeup look. There are also photos that illustrate where...
