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What blushes are necessary if you're just starting out?

What blushes are necessary if you're just starting out?

What blushes are necessary if you're just starting out? Which ones can you wait on?

Don't be afraid to mix two or three blush shades to help create more shades! A good neutral blush can work with a lot of looks, too, but neutral depends on your skin tone. For me, a brown with light warm undertones...

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What movie would you love to see a makeup collection for?

What movie would you love to see a makeup collection for?

What movie would you love to see a makeup collection for? What brand would create it?

I'd love a Finding Nemo collection ;) As far as brand goes, theBalm or Urban Decay (because I envision lots of eyeshadows, so I'd want a top formula!).

Thanks to Liliana for today's question! Do you have a question...

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What eyeshadows are necessary if you're just starting out?

What eyeshadows are necessary if you're just starting out?

What eyeshadows are necessary if you're just starting out? Which ones can you wait on?

I'd try to get a large eyeshadow palette to start off with, then experiment and see what kind of colors, textures, etc. you tend to use most. For instance, some start with colors first, others wear neutrals - but...

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Free for Haul Friday, Volume #185

Free for Haul Friday, Volume #185

Welcome to Free For Haul Friday!

  • Haul: Illamasqua Raindrops -- Illamasqua put our Editor's Choice Awards' stickers on their Nail Varnishes, so I had to get one as a keepsake :)
  • Weekend plans:  We are going to try gardening!
  • When do you take your vacation(s)?:  We are all over the map, but I would say...

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What's the best makeup to wear to a pool party?

What's the best makeup to wear to a pool party?

What's the best makeup to wear to a pool party? Share!

I would wear sunscreen, tinted moisturizer, waterproof eyeliner and mascara, and lipgloss - just enough to look good out of the pool but not so much that I couldn't get splashed!

Thanks to Andrea for today's question! Do you have a question idea? Submit...

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How do you decide what makeup to wear each day?

How do you decide what makeup to wear each day?

How do you decide what makeup to wear each day? What's your method?

Once I've photographed and swatched products, I put them in clear containers to test. So, I go to those containers and pick out what I hope will work somewhat well together or will reach for items that are more time-sensitive and...

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What are your top three tips for shopping for beauty products online?

What are your top three tips for shopping for beauty products online?

What are your top three tips for shopping for beauty products online? Share yours!

1.) Make sure you're familiar with the retailer's return policy, in case something doesn't work out, breaks, etc. 2.) Always look for coupons - you can usually find ones for free shipping, small samples, and the like....

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How to Sharpen Your Eyeliners - Tips & Tricks

How to Sharpen Your Eyeliners - Tips & Tricks

Makeup & Beauty Tips on How to Sharpen Your Eyeliners

Share your best tips and tricks for sharpening your eyeliners!  Feel free to share your experiences, how you mastered techniques, or what you struggle with.

Temptalia's Tips

  1. For really soft/creamy pencils, put them in the refrigerator or freezer to...

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