The ancient Phoenicians took 60,000 sea snails to make one pound of royal purple dye. And you thought your makeup counter was pricey! What was true in Phoenicia thousands of years ago remains true today – no matter what your skin tone may be, purple can still look fabulous. The secret is in the

The seasons go by so quickly - one minute you’re dieting in order to squeeze into that tiny bikini and the next, you’re trading in your summer duds for warmer clothing options. However, the change from summer to fall (and eventually winter) doesn’t deal with just clothing trends switching over.

When choosing between light makeup and bright makeup, the choices may not seem so easy. When it comes to makeup looks, it’s not only about the colors but your style as well. Your lifestyle and common hangouts can also make a difference in the type of makeup you should wear. It’s important to take

Makeup can either be simple or it can be difficult. It all depends on how much you know about makeup and application techniques. The more you know the easier it will be to achieve a great makeup look on your own. If you’re new at the whole makeup game, then it is important to learn as much as you can

In a makeup rut? Feeling like summer is almost gone and you’ve missed your chance to spice things up? Here’s your quick guide to the bright, bold splashes of color that make your makeup fun again. But before you step out wearing a shockwave of color, here’s where you don’t want to let your fun side

One of the most fun parts about applying makeup involves the eyes. While there isn’t a whole lot of room for creativity when applying foundation, blush, and lipstick, the possibilities for eye makeup are endless. If you’ve wanted to experiment with eye makeup looks but weren’t sure how to do it

If getting backstage at the season’s major fashion shows is a bit out of your league, you’re in good company (we didn’t get in either), but we did get the scoop on what’s up in fashion for your face. Makeup artists are going retro with a twist and doing things they have never tried before. One thing

Do you eat, live, and breathe makeup? Are you searching for a way to indulge in your makeup obsession in a way that will allow you to do what you love everyday? Then why not look into a career as a professional makeup artist? This career choice isn’t an impossible one to pursue and as long as you know

Summertime seems to bring out the adventurous in all of us. We take exotic vacations; we find ourselves with hot pink streaks in our hair and, not to be left behind, our makeup palette goes extreme as well. This summer, makeup artists are highlighting “sexy” in the looks they are creating for super

Whether you want to be a rock star or just look like one, you can’t deny that when it comes to makeup, rock stars really know how to do it. Known for their outrageous colors, dramatic flare, and layers of eye liner, rock star eyes are a great way to break out of the traditional eye makeup looks and are

The great thing about weddings is that even though there are some traditional rules that should be observed, what happens and how things are run are ultimately left up to the happy couple. This includes bridal hair and makeup looks. When it comes to bridal makeup, you can do as you please and if you

This season it’s all about color, color, color! However, the challenge is knowing what colors to wear, how to wear it and how much of it to wear. Luckily, because bright, vibrant shades are becoming more acceptable now   instead of an eye sore - you’ll have fun trying on these latest colorful

Women not only come in all different shapes and sizes, but colors as well. Although the beauty industry has now introduced just about every shade of color under the rainbow, searching for just the right color palette can still be challenging for many women. Luckily, you can now find the right

Want to be a real knock-out? Check out these power packed color combos that are far from what you might expect. Most of us turn and run from any shade of black or blue around the eyes. According to makeup artists who are responsible for trend setting and dressing the most famous faces in the world

You’ll be hard-pressed to find a line of cosmetics that doesn’t include mineral makeup. Made from finely ground minerals, these foundations, eye shadows and blushes contain high amounts of pigment that offer medium to full coverage without looking heavy or caked-on. Another great benefit

It seems the possibilities for using makeup are endless. If you’ve always wanted to change your face shape or have more flattering features without going under the knife, you can now do so with your favorite makeup tools and items. With the right know-how and plenty of practice, you can easily

Buying mascara now isn’t like it was years ago. Now mascara comes in all shapes, sizes, and just about every makeup brand that carries mascara has three to four different versions. This can make finding just the right kind intimidating and confusing for most women. However, the best way to shop

If you’ve always been a fan of the smoky eye look, then you’ll be happy to know that the smoke color and its related shades are all the rage this season. Surprisingly, there are a number of smoke shades out there, making it possible to create your own unique makeup palette to flatter the rest of your

Blush is one of those makeup items that can either enhance or harm your makeup look. When done right, blush can make your complexion look flawless and modelesque and when done wrong, you can end up looking like a Raggedy Anne doll. In order to really appreciate blush for what it is, it’s important

Can eye makeup be called “fashion” and can it really make a noticeable impact? If you doubt this, you haven’t seen what is being called Impact Eye Fashion. It’s bright. It’s colorful. Yet it’s still refined and very glamorous. While, in its fullest, it may not yet be office appropriate, it is showing

Glam rock is no longer reserved for spandex clad singers from the ‘80’s. It’s making a whole new appearance at fashion shows under the guidance of greats like Nina Ricci. The edge is less shock and awe and more artistic than ever before. When glam rock came on the scene, artists like David Bowie

Whether it was an ex girlfriend/boyfriend’s name, a goofy cartoon character, or an image you thought would look cool until you actually got it done, tattoo removal services provide the perfect means of ridding yourself of unwanted body ink. While popular procedures such as laser removal

When summers’ tan has faded, your natural coloring can look gray or pasty and that’s not the skin you want to reveal on a night out or even from the neck up and on the backs of your hands.   A few simple steps can help warm your skin and keep your healthy glow going all year long. To warm the skin for a night

It used to be that gold makeup would show up for a season or through the holidays and then disappear for a few years. These days, gold makeup has become a mainstay for many cosmetic companies from high-end boutique lines to well-know drug store brands. It’s an updated softness and a refined shimmer

Winter makeup is alive and as delicious as your favorite holiday recipe with deep, rich tones of caramels, berries, vanilla and even the once shunned mauve. As makeup artist Stepane Marais reveals this sweeping color palate, she also ensures that it is nearly goof-proof because these shades

Getting dolled up is always fun but when the holiday season starts to come around the corner, you may find yourself going into overdrive. If you’re a real makeup savvy gal, you won’t want to wear the same makeup look to all of your get-togethers. The good news is that there are some tips and tricks

It is an eternal search – finding the perfect shade of lip color. We try and try and just when we think we’ve got it we tan, we pale, the seasons change or our shade is discontinued. The search goes on. Well, there are secrets, my friend. Secrets known only by those who make them and its these tips

Blue eye shadow, okay we’ll give you that one, but blue foundation and blue lipstick that you’re supposed to wear on a real date or for a real day in the office – seriously? According to some of the most elite cosmetic companies blue is the color to have for all your makeup needs. The reason is two-fold

How many times have you been just eyeliner away from a great face day only to botch it and have to start all over? You’re not alone. Eyeliner application is a feat for all but a handful of women and one of the leading causes of early morning rage in bathrooms across the globe. To add insult to injury

Pink makeup began to gain popularity this summer but it will not be swayed by cooler weather and the change in popular makeup colors that the fall season normally brings. While there is an offering of rosier shades to compliment paler skin and the darker clothing colors of the changing season