Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Live from the Runway -- Spring 2013 Fashion

This year Maybelline New York brought us streaming runways shows from NY Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week (sept. 6-13).

But in case you missed it...http://www.youtube.com/liverunway

Browse their 1962 page Lookbook (or search by season and designer) AND their 38-clip video wall for exclusive Spring 2012/Fall 2012 images and clips from Merceds-Benz Fashion Week! The video clip below is a must-see! Use the tips from Charlotte Willer to create that high fashion look from home!

And if that is not enough, check out all of the amazing styles on the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week homepage: http://www.mbfashionweek.com/home


This How-to video from backstage at DKNY brings us Maybelline New York's Makeup Artist, Charlotte Willer, to tell us exactly how to duplicate the very natural look that was all over this season's runway! Visit http://www.maybelline.com to learn more about the products used in this video.
 
 
Looking forward to the next streaming fashion week!!


Monday, September 17, 2012

Foundation Quick-Fix

Fix those Foundation Faux-Pas before Fall!
Find facts you might not know about foundation including tips about application and expiration;
for further info, click the links listed at the bottom.


Foundation + Lines & Wrinkles can make you look discolored and dried out. 
     The solution is simple, use less makeup on crow’s-feet and marionette lines; try to keep those areas clear and moisturized. Also, when your skin is dry, mature, or sallow you might consider using a luminizing foundation to diffuse the look of fine lines and wrinkles.

Powder + Peach Fuzz = Powdered Donut 
     When applying powder, sweep your face in the direction of your hair. When you go against the follicles it will create the perfect cushion to collect powder.

Airbrushed?
     Start with a pea-sized amount of primer made with silicone to fill pores and lines to achieve an airbrushed look. Powder will help set foundation into your skin, but first try blotting a naked velvet puff on your face after applying foundation; it will absorb excess makeup, blend, and remove streaks. 

Application Advice
     Applying your foundation with your hands can transfer the oil on your fingers to your face. For a sheer look blot your foundation with a sponge because it will absorb foundation and lower the intensity. The most even look will be achieved with a brush--which brush depends on the consistency of your foundation (liquid vs. powder).

Foundations for the Season
     Here are two great reason to change your foundation at least twice a year:
     -Your skin color changes with sun exposure and weather. Chances are, your skin color is not the same in the winter as it is in the summer. 
     -Foundation, like most makeup products, expire; avoid using the same foundation for over 12 months. 

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