Old Hollywood Style and Using False Eyelashes

Though I am really a minimalist with makeup for the most part and ususally opt for a natural look, I absolutely love the looks that this makeup diva uses. Check out her video on Hollywood Style (think 1940’s) Makeup.  Her tips on false eyelashes are definitely helpful and have me daydreaming about an event when I will be able to try them!

Easy Smokey Eyes

Thank goodness for YouTube.com. As much as I can appreciate the various articles and ebooks on makeup, there is just nothing as good as a video for me (or having someone else do my makeup!)

Here is a fantastic video on how to use makeup to get great looking smokey eyes. 

Bright Eyes Even When You Are Tired

I admit that I am a late bloomer when it comes to makeup. Although I remember playing with different looks and styles when I was a teenager, somehow I stopped experimenting with makeup until the last few years. Recently I’ve learned a lot about the different looks and tricks you can pull off with mineral makeup, good brushes and the right concealer.

I think this video from www.TotalBeauty.com really gives some great advice about how to combat red/dark, stressed eyes to make your whole face look great. This video works with concealer, shadow and liner to brighten up event the most tired eyes.  Enjoy!

Click here to watch the video

Minimizing Fine Lines With Concealer

If you are like me, you want to look your best whenever possible. And part of that as we get “more mature” is dealing with some of those fine lines that creep up around our eyes and mouth. Aside from having chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or any number of other spa treatments to treat your fine lines and other skin issues, you can also lessen the appearance of wrinkles and discolorations with concelaer.

Click here to watch this quick video on using concealer. The silicone base she mentions is like the Camera Ready product we use at Inspire. Please let us know if we can answer any other questions you have about using concealer or any of the techniques shown in the video!

Making Your Eyes POP – 4 Tricks With Eye Makeup

Eyes are said to be the window to your soul. So unless you are trying to hide your inner spirit, you want to do whatever you can to draw attention to your peepers.

In addition to the tricks I’ve learned like brow waxing and lash tinting, the proper use of eye makeup can make a huge difference in how your eyes look. Take a peak at this video I found at TotalBeauty.com.  And if you need help finding the right tools and products, email me at Felicia@inspireskinandbody.com.

How to Use Eyeliner Pencils

I remember back in the 80’s when I started wearing eyeliner…thick, poorly applied liquid eyeliner. Perhaps that wasn’t the best choice for a seventh grader, but it was what I did. Thank god there aren’t many pictures of that!

Now I am a lot more minimalistic in my eye makeup choices, usually opting for a somewhat natural look that often includes eye pencil or shadow. This video gave me some great ideas for making it look even better as I sure it will for you. If you can’t see the video below, click here to head to the page on TotalBeauty.com

Pucker Up – Plumping Your Lips

As someone with really full lips I don’t really need to use the techniques shown in this video for that reason. But I do like the polished end result on the model AND the idea that my lipstick will stay on longer than a minute without having to use that horrible bionic crap that super glues color to your flesh until you take it off with turpintine or paint thinner:-) 

Click here in case you can’t see the video below. 

Fall Makeup Trends from Toronto

Well my favorite new website for beauty, shopping and fashion tips – ChickAdvisor.com – has this cool video segment about fall makeup trends (yes I know fall is almost over) that I wanted to share. The artist does share her biggest tip about making make-up look good – blend, blend, blend.

Click here to see the video.  And please feel free to share your own beauty tips or questions!

Achieving a Natural Look with Mineral Makeup

Michelle Obama is a beautiful women with a glowing face and great complexion. And you would think that woman in her position, the First Lady elect, would never leave the house without consulting her stylist or makeup artist. However, Michelle Obama recently told Chicago Sun-Times columnist Mary Mitchell why she chose to occasionally fore go a daily makeup regiment.

“I want people to get used to my face more naturally so that I don’t have to do that every day. Who’s got time to put eyelashes on and all that?”

And while I am sure many of us forgo makeup from time to time, we often feel naked or incomplete without something on our faces. For people who want the best in makeup coverage while maintaining a natural look, the skin care experts at Inspire suggest using Mineral Makeup. You can use it to put your best face forward while showcasing your own your natural beauty and features.

Curious? Call 336.275.3275 to set up a free make-up consultation at Inspire Skin & Body or email us at info@InspireSkinAndBody with any questions or concerns you might have. We’ll work with you to find the right colors and products for your desired look(s) and skin tone…and have a great time in the process!