Make-Up Tips

Foundations, Primers, and More

For the prettiest, most presentable makeup look, skip the trends and follow these tips. You're guaranteed to look polished and perfect!

1. Buy the proper foundation. An off-color base will make every other cosmetic you apply look not quite right. Splurge on foundation at the department store, where you can ask for help in finding the right shade.

Eyeliner in metallic berry hues or in basic black is coming back strong this year, and as fall approaches, it’s time to arm with essential tools: a khol, a slanted brush and a cake eyeliner for seasoned fashionista.

The easiest way to apply eyeliner is using khol – such as Guerlain Terracotta Loose Powder Khol. Dip a cool metal stick into a loose powder, close your eye and quickly sweep the stick inside the lashes. The applicator leaves....

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But aren't there a few makeup rules? Are there any must-have-or-else beauty necessities? There are no rules about what you choose to wear, but there are rules on how to apply it.

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Answer: Unfortunately, there really are no hard and fast rules about the shelf life of makeup. No two brands are equal, and from eye shadow to lipstick, life spans vary. There are a variety of factors that can determine how long your cosmetics will last.

Like all that is good in life -- HoHo's, Snickers and Doritos, for example --preservatives are the key ingredients to prolonging the life of your makeup. Typically, the more expensive the cosmetic, the more the preservatives....

1. Is there a cosmetic product that can make my eyelashes longer and thicker?

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And, hey, take your camera. Email us your before and after shots along with your name, age, address and the....

1. Reach for concealer first. A good concealer makes the most immediate and dramatic difference in how you look. It lightens dark circles, brightens your face, and makes you look well rested. Look for a creamy formula that's yellow based and one shade lighter than your skin tone. Use your fingers or a concealer brush to apply a generous amount of concealer under the eyes, up to the lash lines and at the innermost corner of the eyes. Gently pat with your fingertips to smooth, then lock it in with loose powder....