Mineral Eye Color is a great addition to your makeup repertoire, it goes on smoothly, stays all day and is so versatile. You can achieve so many different looks from a single shade simply by layering to build color depth, blending to soften your look or changing the application technique to change the vibrancy and depth of color. Read More ...read more
By Julie Reed, Independent Beauty Consultant, Mary Kay Cosmetics August 14, 2010
Red lipstick is a classic look that is always in style and can be worn by all women. The classis look of red lipstick will help you look glamorous and elegant and will really help you stand out. Because of this when wearing red on the lips you want to keep the rest of your look subtle and classic as well. The secret to lucious red lips is finding the right color for you and getting the application right. To choose the correct shade for you consider the shape and size of your lips as well as the complexion of your skin. If you are fair skinned you can wear an intense cooler or pure red tone. for darker skin look for a lipstick with orange or brown undertones. If your skin has pinkish undertones look for something in a warm plum while yellowish undertones will look best with a warmer red again with brown undertones. Once you have found the perfect shade you will want to have flawless aplication to allow your lips to look their best. If you have chapped or very dry lips you will want to prepare them by using an exfoliant and moisturizer likeSatin Lipsto smooth and soften before applying lipstick. This step will prevent flaking and will keep your lips soft and supple. Once your lips are in good shape begin by applying a goodlip primerto retain moisture, help lipstick stay longer and prevent any feathering. Now you are ready to apply your lip color as follows: 1. Line the lips with a color that closely matches the lipstick color. If you want more intense color fill in lips with liner 2. Apply lipstick, preferrably with alip brush, from center to edges 3. Blot lips with piece of tissue paper 4. Apply second layer of lipstick. this step will keep your lips looking luscious for hours By following these steps you will be wearing the classic Red lip look and turning heads with your elegance and style! Find your perfect Red! Fair Skin: Red http://www.marykay.com/jreed1920/color/lips/reds/10022850/default.aspx Pink Undertones: Blazehttp://www.marykay.com/jreed1920/color/lips/reds/10027588/default.aspx Plum http://www.marykay.com/jreed1920/color/lips/marykaylipliner/10014725/default.aspx Darker Skin or Yellow Undertones: Midnight Redhttp://www.marykay.com/jreed1920/color/lips/reds/10033406/default.aspx Cappucino http://www.marykay.com/jreed1920/color/lips/marykaylipliner/10014719/default.aspx Blazehttp://www.marykay.com/jreed1920/color/lips/reds/10027588/default.aspx Plum http://www.marykay.com/jreed1920/color/lips/marykaylipliner/10014725/default.aspx ...read more
By Julie Reed, Independent Beauty Consultant, Mary Kay Cosmetics July 23, 2010
Go behind the scenes of a Mary Kay / Marie Claire photo shoot and learn how you can put a new spin on a smoky eye with exotic colors you can take from day or night! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZfVs8ip714 ...read more
By Julie Reed, Independent Beauty Consultant, Mary Kay Cosmetics March 26, 2010
Learning how to flat iron your hair will save you money and time spent at a hair salon. The process is quite simple and only involves a few simple steps. When flat ironing your hair on your own it is important to make sure your hair is washed and well conditioned. ...read more
Consuming carrots provides beauty benefits such as glowing skin from within, but carrots can also be used topically in homemade beauty treatments. Carrots act as a natural acne treatment, provide moisture to dry skin in a homemade moisturizer and add naturally add softness and shine to hair. ...read more
