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How to Apply False Lashes

Zac Posen Fall RTW false lashes Ok, ladies, let’s discuss falsies. No, we’re not talking about expanding bra sizes to hefty double Ds, we’re talking lashes. False eyelashes, when applied correctly, can transform a look by really making your eyes pop. Sure, you get those 5-inch, save-it-for-Halloween type lashes, but the ones we’re talking about are subtle and add the most incredible, natural looking volume to your peepers. However, far too many of us wonder: how do you put the darn things on?

We decided to tackle this dilemma, once and for all. Check out our steps on how to apply false lashes, so you don’t have to deal with glue in your eye or lashes that look more like whiskers along your temples ever again.

Step 1: Apply all your eye makeup, except for mascara and curl your lashes. Note: do not trim the lashes shorter before you apply them. Snipping them will make them look short and blunt and frankly, a lot faker than you’d like them too. If you’re not sure if the lashes you’re buying are the right length for you, ask a sales assistant to help you.

False eyelashes at Zac Posen F/W 2009

Step 2: Wipe a small streak of the glue that comes with the lashes on the back of your hand. Pick up the strip as close to the base as possible with tweezers, not at the tip of the lashes (this could cause them to bend) and run the base of the eyelash along the glue, making sure it’s not too goopy. Let it dry for about ten seconds, so the glue gets tacky.

Step 3: Tilt your chin upwards facing a mirror, and position the lash strip in the center of your eye, as close to the lash line as possible. As soon as the glue sticks, push down on the lashes on the inner and outer corners of your eye, and hold them there for 30 seconds.

Step 4: Let the lashes dry for about five minutes and then apply liquid eyeliner over the base of the lash strip, just to hide any excess glue. If you feel like the lashes need to blend better with your natural lashes you can apply a thin layer of mascara. But be warmed: mascara can clump the lashes together, so if you insist of using some, be sure it’s not a thickening mascara.

How to Apply Highlights and Lowlights at Home

Adding highlights and lowlights to your hair can be a great way to spice up your look and add a little excitement to your old hairstyle. The following article will help you with some useful tips on how to apply highlights and lowlights at home in order to obtain a professional look.

Playing with different hair colors can add some glamour to your style. A well-chosen color will update your entire look, giving you a chic and funky air. Nowadays you can easily purchase great hair dye kits for applying highlights and lowlights at home. Depending on the effect you want to obtain, you can opt for edgier, more daring colors or softer, natural tones.

As a great, simple alternative, you can color your hair right at home, which is an excellent way to save money and time that otherwise you would spend in an expensive salon. Proceeding carefully and following the instructions you can achieve wonderful results. Check out our tips and create fabulous highlights and lowlights and get ready to turn some heads this summer.

First of all, wash your hair one or two days before highlighting using a purifying shampoo. This will help to get rid of all the product and dirt that may influence the final result of the coloring.
It is key to avoid washing your hair on the same day in order to let your scalp reproduce the natural oils which will provide protection against the irritations caused by chemicals.

Purchase a hair highlighting kit and a pair of well-fitting latex gloves, which will help you to work precisely. Shop for flat 1/2 and 1/4 inch acrylic brushes which will help your to distribute the product properly on your tresses.
These brushes are much better than the ones that come with the coloring kit, as they give you better control over your movements so your highlights or lowlights will look even more natural and professional.

Test the color on a single strand, behind your ears, in order to avoid eventual allergic reactions and to make sure that this is the color you would like to obtain. If you don’t have experience in applying highlights or lowlights, ask one of your friends to help you. Testing the shade is a smart idea, because when you apply the color on your entire hair and you aren’t satisfied with the result, you cannot change it.
Therefore it is key to choose a hair color shade, which is only one or two shades lighter than your natural hair color. In case you are applying lowlights make sure the color is two or maximum three shades darker and richer than the initial, natural color of your hair. Paying attention to these simple things, you can achieve wonderful natural results right at home.

Before you would start to apply the dye on your hair, make sure you have prepared all the things you will need. As a first step, apply Vaseline or cream on your forehead and the skin along your hairline in order to avoid staining your skin with the dye. Put on old shirts or clothes since the hair color may stain them.
Follow the instructions written on the package of the hair dye and create the mixture. Make sure you mix the ingredients right before you would apply it on your hair, as the hair dye starts to work as soon as it is prepared.

If you want to obtain a sophisticated look, apply the hair color on smaller segments of hair, on approximately 1/4-inch wide strands. Do not apply too many streaks at first, because you can always apply more whenever you want but you cannot take them out once they are done.
The best method is to use two or three-inch wide foil strips to separate colored strands from the rest of your hair. Apply the highlights or lowlights first starting at the base of tour neck and working forward, to the front part. Clip the rest of your hair, so that it won’t get into your way while working.
Place the foil strip under the hair you want to color, and apply the hair dye from the roots towards the ends. When you are ready with one strand, fold the foil strip into half, one or two times, depending on how long is your hair and proceed similarly with each of the chosen hair segments.
When you are ready with one row, let down the next row and repeat for the other strands. Continue with the next rows as well, making sure you achieve a staggered result. When you are creating both highlights and lowlights, it is important to vary the colors every other 1/4-inch row.
Applying lowlights to the under layers of hair will provide your tresses with volume and depth.

Leave the hair color on your hair as it is recommended by the instructions then carefully take out the foils and wash your hair thoroughly. Make sure you use a deep hair conditioner in order to nurture your hair, since coloring dries out your locks. Enjoy your trendy new hair and get ready to show it off on the next party.

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How to Apply Eye Shimmer

Everybody envies celebrities who always look amazing with their glamorous makeup. The good news is that you can easily and quickly achieve such a fabulous makeup if you learn how to apply eye shimmer. Eye shimmer is the best choice if you would like to add some spice to your look and create a dramatic effect.

Eye shimmers are excellent ways to obtain a gorgeous, glamorous look for the upcoming evening party. All you need to have is a great eye shimmer, a makeup brush, a makeup applicator and a little time to experiment at home before applying it for a special event. Be patient, and don’t forget that practice makes the master. A special evening occasion requires a fancy makeup as well.

Choose from many different eye shimmers to match your dress and your eye color and glam up your makeup to shine like a star on the next evening occasion. A fabulous shimmery eye makeup will make you stand out from the crowd, giving you a stunning appearance so that you will definitely turn some heads wherever you go. Follow our tips below and learn how to properly apply a fabulous eye shimmer to create a deep, attractive look.

Eye Shimmer Types:

Shimmer Powder Eye Shadow

If you have normal or oily skin, powder eye shimmers work really well for your skin type.

Shimmer Cream Eye Shadow

Cream-based shimmer eye shadows generally have a long lasing effect, and are excellent choices if your skin tends to be dry.

Choose the adequate quality products that match your skin type and go for an eye shadow nuance that flatters your features and highlights your wonderful eyes. Let’s see the major steps of creating fabulous shimmery eyes.

Wash your face well and dry it with a towel. Before you would apply any makeup, make sure you use a face moisturizer, to make your skin soft and smooth. Distribute it evenly and work it well into your skin, so that no cream residues are left on your face and around your eyes.

As a next step apply a liquid foundation, blending it well all over your face and then cover your blemishes, red spots and fine lines with a concealer. For the sensitive skin on the eye area, use a special under eye concealer to cover dark circles or under eye bags. This way you can provide a flawless base for your eye shimmer and achieve maximum results. Proceed with applying the rest of your face makeup, namely powder and blush.

Apply a touch of eye shadow, in a similar tone to that of your eye shimmer and make sure you match the color to your outfit. For a more dramatic look softly line your lower eyelids with an eye pencil of the same tone.

Take a pointy eye brush and carefully apply a small amount of shimmery eye shadow on your upper eyelids, working your way outward. Another great alternative is to wet the brush a little bit, squeeze it and draw a line along the base of your eyelashes. Dip the wet brush into the eye shimmer powder. This way the eye shadow will stick to your eyelids and you can create a gorgeous eye makeup.

However, if you want to go for an easier method, apply a cream eye shadow, using an eye shadow applicator. Distribute the product evenly on your upper eyelid. For a little extra glamour, add a touch of powder eye shimmer and finish off with a gorgeous shimmery mascara to give your eyes maxim definition.

Follow our guide and create fabulous shimmery eyes for the next evening party and get ready to attract attention with your hypnotizing glance.

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