Monday, May 11, 2009

How to conceal the inconcealable

Whether you have accepted it or not, most of us have struggled with blemishes, pimples, scars... for a long time. The good news is, all these problems can be solved just by using, what I call, a magic pencil, concealer. There are many forms of concealer, such as pencil, liquid, cream.... Read on as I demonstrate how to use a simple pencil concealer.

My very first and only concealer is The Body Shop Concealer Pencil in 08. It's really all you need because it tackles pimples, blemishes, scars and eye bags (shocking!) It is a crayon corrector with a yellow undertone, that means it glides on easily and neutralises redness or dark eye circles. However, cream-based concealers crease easily, so it is not good for concealing wrinkles.


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It's very easy to use, first, glide on to the desired areas.

Then, using a finger, gently dab it a few times till the concealer blends into the skin. Should it be too sheer, repeat the process again. Don't forget a heavy-handed application will look tarty and unnatural.


And dust on some loose powder to prevent creasing or smudging. I'm using Benefit Powderflage and my Inuovi Fan Brush.


And ta-daa...


Flawless skin in less than 3 minutes.






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Saturday, May 9, 2009

Have you got dark lips?

If your answer is yes, then this post was meant for you. Read on for a full length lip makeover session.


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Firstly, take any liquid foundation(preferably as they have more staying power) or concealer..
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I'm using my L'oreal True Match Liquid Foundation in 02 Apricot Ivory


For those with dry lips, before starting with foundation, apply lip balm generously throughout your lips. After 2 minutes, remove it gently with a tissue because foundation sticks better on dry skin.

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Dispense a small amount (about the size of a rice) on the back of your hand. Using your finger tip, dab it gently throughout your lip. (Remember: Don't drag on your lips. They're sensitive!) Keep adding more colour until you're satisfied. The lips should be almost skin colour so the lip colour you choose to use stays as close to it's actual colour.
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Then, using your ring finger or a brush or anything you're comfortable with, apply your lip colour. (Note: It's best to use a lip stick or gloss which is not to sheer as your lips will turn out to be really odd-looking if no colour is applied.)

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I'm using my M.A.C. Frost Lipstick in Angel. And I added a thin coat of M.A.C. Hello Kitty Tinted Lip Conditioner in Popster.

And the end results:
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And you can be out the door with brighter, lighter, sultry lips.

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Hello Kitty Too Dolly Palette look


This look was happen by the following products:
M.A.C. Hello Kitty Too Dolly
KATE Eyeshadow Palette in EX-2
RED EARTH Secret Potion Eye'n glow Eyeshadow

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