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Which Mascara Brush/Wand Should You Use?

Monday, April 9th, 2012

There is no doubt that a layer or two of mascara has a very dramatic effect on your eyes and overall appearance. If you are unsure just which mascara wand/brush you should use, maybe this brief article will help. Please note that the products exampled may not be available where you live – but I’m sure you can find an alterative!

* A mini wand such as the Clinique Bottom Lash Mascara will be best used for lower lashes where a normal sized brush can be quite difficult.

* A smaller but normal length wand such as Rimmel’s Lash Accelerator will help to define and lengthen short lashes and reduce any clumping.

* Larger wands such as L’Oreal Lash Architect 4D will naturally hold more mascara and help to create thicker, fuller lashes.

* Use a curved brush such as the Loreal Lash Architect 3-D Dramatic Curved Brush Mascara to lift and curl the lashes and help your eyes have that ‘wide open’ look.

* Using a lash comb such as that found in Clinique’s Bottom Lash Mascara, will certainly help to define the lashes. However, it will also place more mascara closer to the eyeline but will allow more definition of the tips. This is great if you are fortunate enough to have long lashes.

A useful addition to your makeup kit is an eyelash comb to help disperse any clumps you may get from some mascara.

Make sure you replace your mascara every three months to avoid bacteria forming and any possible eye infections. If you use an eyelash curler, do make sure you use it prior to applying mascara as using it afterwards can damage or break the lashes.

As we age, our lashes tend to become more brittle so do use an eyelash conditioner such as Revitalash Eyelash Conditioner, to help keep them healthy and nourished. If you want to make them thicker and longer or to grow back damaged lashes, try an eyelash growth serum (e.g. Idol Lash) which will also have the advantage of conditioning your lashes too. You can find some eyelash grower reviews here. The downside is that in order to keep up the new appearance of your lashes, you will need to keep using it.

The Things We Do To Keep Beautiful – Eye Make Up Tips

Tuesday, March 27th, 2012

When it comes to looking and feeling amazing, everyone has their own ideas on just what constitutes ideal beauty. Fortunately, this selection of hand-picked beauty tips and tricks is sure to help you bring out the best in yourself and others. With these helpful hints, you are only moments away from looking and feeling your personal best.

You may not have the time to do a full makeup job on your eyes. Should this be the case, try a quick smudgy eye look by combining a small amount of lip balm and a small amount of either mascara or eyeliner on the tip of your finger. Rub to an even consistency, then rub across your eyelids as close to the lashes as you can. A smudgy look is what you’re going for. Add two coats of mascara, and you’re ready to go.

Consider using a purple eye shadow, rather than black or brown. Black and brown can be boring. Purple can really make your eyes pop. Purple eyeshadow is not as bold as you might think. From a distance, it will look like a black or a brown. Even so, it will give your eyes a little extra something.

Try as you may, sometimes you may find yourself in tears only minutes before you are scheduled to make an appearance or meet up with friends. To calm reddened, puffy eyes, apply a washcloth that has been soaked in cold water to your eyes – the colder the better. Rinse the cloth in the cold water, then repeat this step.

TIP! If the idea of applying strips of false lashes gives you cold feet, consider single lashes instead. These are considerably easier to apply and require only a small amount of eyelash glue, compared with the amount used for full lashes.

Be careful not to apply too much mascara to your eyes. Adding too much mascara can take away from the natural color of your eyes. Plus, too much mascara can make your eyelashes clumpy. Buy a mascara that is lighter in color if you have light colored eyes and dark mascara for darker eyes.

If you do not have a lot of time to spend on make up, you can still hide blemishes and dark spots. A concealer stick is a great way to cover up any spots or dark circles under your eyes. Put on powder over the concealer and you will look great by only spending a couple minutes of time.

Instead of applying false eyelashes that may fall off sometime during the day, use an eyelash curler. An eyelash curler will curl your lashes upwards and away from the eye, making your eyes appear bigger. Make sure you use the curler before applying mascara, or you’ll have to reapply it.

To keep from getting eye bags, drink plenty of water before you go to bed. One of the leading causes of eyebags is dehydration during the night. If you still have eye-bags when you wake up, rest cold, caffeinated teabags on your eyes for about 10 minutes. This will nourish your eyes and make the bags disappear.

TIP! Eyeshadows can be tricky for eyes over 40. Metallic, glittery shadows are beautiful, but eyelid skin develops tiny folds which are, unfortunately, accentuated by those gorgeous metallic colors.

Create the illusion of less deep-set eyes by using lightly colored eyeshadow to the entire eyelid. The light colors will appear to come forward, whereas a darker liner or shadow would have the reverse affect, making the eyes appear to recede further into the face. The color you apply should be light and very subtle.

The eyeshadow you use should depend on your eye color. By picking the wrong color, your eyes will not stand out. For example, those with blue and green eyes should pick shades that are warm in color such as light purples, brown, and gray. Women with brown eyes should wear darker shades, like dark greens and blues.

Regardless of who you are or what you believe, there is a good chance that you and many others can appreciate the advice in this article. Whether you are looking for a small way to enhance your natural beauty or hope to bring about major changes, the information you have just read is sure to provide a great starting point.

Ten Simple Ways to Get Beautiful Eyes

Thursday, November 3rd, 2011

Revitol eye creamMost people try and make the most of themselves and the eyes are always a key element as this is where most people look when talking to each other. Here you will find ten great suggestions to how to make your eyes look their best.

1. Use a quality eye cream. There are many of these about and by quality, I don’t mean the most expensive. Just do your research and look for the best you can afford.

2. Strive for perfect eyebrows. You will need to discover the best technique to do this yourself (try this page on eyebrow shaping), or simply go to the beauty parlor and have someone do it for you.

3. Highlight your lashes with a lash curler and mascara. Lash curlers come as a standard or in a heated form for maximum curl but avoid leaving them on for too long or you may burn your lashes! Experiment for the best effect. As for mascara, it is the brush that is key for maximizing volume and length. If you have very short or sparse lashes, you may want to invest in semi permanent lashes for those special occasions, lash extensions or perhaps an eyelash growth product.

4. Wearing sunglasses that suit your face rather than those that are the most fashionable can do wonders for your looks. They will also stop you squinting!

5. Eat foods rich in Vitamin K as this has been shown to help reduce bruising and there are suggestions it may help with dark circles around the eyes. Eye creams typically include vitamin K and retinol that work together to help repair and strengthen the sensitive skin around the eyes.

6. Rest cucumbers or tea bags on your eyes for at least 20 minutes to give your eyes a refreshing lift and help banish any puffiness around the eyes.

7. Rose water is a good cheap option to help soothe tired eyes. Add a couple of drops to some very cold water and dip a cotton pad in it. Squeeze out the excess and place on your eyes for a few minutes. Repeat this three or four times.

8. Never keep rubbing your eyes. Not only does this make your yes red and sore, you can rub off your eyelashes! This may be fine if you are young as they regenerate faster, but as we age, the regeneration slows down a bit and the regrowth may not be as good.

9. Sleep on silk pillowcase or a silk scarf. Not only does silk feel wonderful on the skin, it is particularly effective at helping to prevent those fine lines around the eyes in the morning!

10. Always get a full night’s rest. This is probably one of the most fundamental things you can do for your whole body, but it is particularly important to rest to have crystal clear and sparkling eyes.

For many, there’s no better feature than beautiful eyes. Look after them so they can continue to look great and keep healthy.