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Timeless Looks for Your Fall Makeup – Beauty Tips

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The air is cool and crisp, the leaves on the trees are changing colors
and pumpkin spice can be found almost literally everywhere! This only means one
thing: Fall is finally here! One of the most favorite and most anticipated
seasons of the year, if not only for the fashionable fall-colored palettes, but
also the opportunities to dust off our killer boots and magnificent scarves.
And what better way to tie together a dazzling Autumn appearance than with
beautiful, timeless makeup looks?

Timeless Looks for Your Fall Makeup - Beauty Tips


Face

Your face should be considered the canvas – the base – of your
masterpiece. A beautiful canvas like this shouldn’t be coated in a hundred
layers of cake-batter-like foundation! You can keep it simple with a light
foundation that can benefit your lovely skin with an SPF and anti-aging
ingredients. A matte-finish is preferred by many, leaving your skin looking airbrushed
and shine-free. A matte finish tends to be a little bit thicker, but applying a
thin layer is absolutely perfect for those ladies that suffer from an oily skin
type or prefer a more “Photoshopped” look. A more dewy finish typically
comes from a thinner, water-based foundation. If you want a natural, effortless
look, then definitely go with this type of foundation. You can even try using
natural colored bronzers or Autumn-colored blushes to maintain that healthy
summer glow, but still exude warm, flushed cheeks.

Tips for Applying Your Blush and
Foundation

Since every foundation uses a different brush, for a
specific look, we wanted to cover a few and their uses. Such as this: Use a large,
full brush for a mineral foundation and sheer coverage. For those that choose
liquid foundation, use a synthetic foundation brush or flat head for the best
look.



Be sure to use small motions to apply the makeup onto
your skin and be sure to blend it in (You don’t want obvious lines anywhere).
Not blending is one of the worst foundation faux pas.

To get radiant and uniform coverage, also be sure to blend your foundation
into your ears, hairline, and on your neck.

You can use a plastic spoon to help with contouring your blush or
bronzer. Place the round part of the spoon on the apple of your cheek, aligning
the handle to face toward the top of your ear. Using your favorite color, contour below the spoon, remove the spoon, then apply color to the apples of your cheeks and blend it in to soften.


Eyes

People almost always notice someone’s eyes
first. We have been taught since we were children to always look at someone
when they are talking or when we are listening. Our eyes can be one of the most
stunning features we have and so it is imperative to accentuate them rather than
mask! Here are two timeless looks that are bound to draw some attention: The
“cat eye”. This look has been around for decades, being classically
worn by actresses and models throughout the 1950s. Creating that seductive
little curve, your eyes will scream elegancy. Second, “smokey eyes”.
This look is still worshiped by fashionistas. This makeup effect can be
simplified or dramatized and can deliver a sexy, mysterious appeal. No matter what color choice you make, be sure to use a good shadow and smudge brush to smoke out the look. And be sure to soften the under-eye liner to create that edgy look!
Tips for Drawing That Cat Eye

Draw your line with a pencil first, then go over it with a liquid
eyeliner.

Apply the liquid eyeliner in little dots. Now all you have to do is
connect them for an even line!

Literally any color of eyeshadow can be made into an eyeliner by
wetting a thin brush, like a detail eye Makeup Brush or an Angle
Brush and
running it over the shadow.


Lips

Who can look at red lipstick and think it’s ugly? No one, right? Red
lipsticks and glosses are pretty coveted by most women. This daring, classic
color can vamp up any of your simply makeup looks and it’s found in thousands
of  variations of shades. A cherry red is
a classic that drips in sexual appeal. Whether you just want to make a bold
statement or you want to entice the entire world, red lipstick is a must for
Fall.


Not a super-fan of red? Not to worry. A lot of people really love deep rich plums, burgundies, browns, and burnt orange browns this Fall. Who wouldn’t? There is surely something to be said for these rich shades and tones. Why not pair a burgundy matte lip with a nice matallic topper for a rich, trendy look? Or try a burnt orange brown with simple, natural eyeshadow and a simple blouse for a nice, simple look this Fall.

Tips for Those Lips

Have you ever wondered why some of red lipsticks you’ve tried make
your teeth look yellow? You picked the wrong one! To find the right one, look
for a red lipstick that has blue or purple undertones. This tip will make your
teeth super white.

And it may seem like an unnecessary step, but try filling in lips with
a lipliner and apply your lipstick afterward. It will significantly prolong
your lip makeup.
You can also avoid annoying lip makeup bleeding by using concealer around your lips to produce a sharp finish or using longwear lipsticks.

These looks may be sported year after year, but when something works,
why stop doing it? Fall is the perfect time to wear these absolutely timeless
makeup styles. Elegant, luscious colors are prevailing trends this year. So put
on your boots, grab a sweater, and try some new makeup ideas, Fall is here!
Beauty Buys, Beauty Colleges, Beauty Cosmetics, Beauty Products, Beauty Skills, beauty standards

Timeless Looks for Your Fall Makeup – Beauty Tips

Leave a comment
The air is cool and crisp, the leaves on the trees are changing colors
and pumpkin spice can be found almost literally everywhere! This only means one
thing: Fall is finally here! One of the most favorite and most anticipated
seasons of the year, if not only for the fashionable fall-colored palettes, but
also the opportunities to dust off our killer boots and magnificent scarves.
And what better way to tie together a dazzling Autumn appearance than with
beautiful, timeless makeup looks?



Face

Your face should be considered the canvas – the base – of your
masterpiece. A beautiful canvas like this shouldn’t be coated in a hundred
layers of cake-batter-like foundation! You can keep it simple with a light
foundation that can benefit your lovely skin with an SPF and anti-aging
ingredients. A matte-finish is preferred by many, leaving your skin looking airbrushed
and shine-free. A matte finish tends to be a little bit thicker, but applying a
thin layer is absolutely perfect for those ladies that suffer from an oily skin
type or prefer a more “Photoshopped” look. A more dewy finish typically
comes from a thinner, water-based foundation. If you want a natural, effortless
look, then definitely go with this type of foundation. You can even try using
natural colored bronzers or Autumn-colored blushes to maintain that healthy
summer glow, but still exude warm, flushed cheeks.

Tips for Applying Your Blush and
Foundation

Since every foundation uses a different brush, for a
specific look, we wanted to cover a few and their uses. Such as this: Use a large,
full brush for a mineral foundation and sheer coverage. For those that choose
liquid foundation, use a synthetic foundation brush or flat head for the best
look.



Be sure to use small motions to apply the makeup onto
your skin and be sure to blend it in (You don’t want obvious lines anywhere).
Not blending is one of the worst foundation faux pas.

To get radiant and uniform coverage, also be sure to blend your foundation
into your ears, hairline, and on your neck.

You can use a plastic spoon to help with contouring your blush or
bronzer. Place the round part of the spoon on the apple of your cheek, aligning
the handle to face toward the top of your ear. Using your favorite color, contour below the spoon, remove the spoon, then apply color to the apples of your cheeks and blend it in to soften.


Eyes

People almost always notice someone’s eyes
first. We have been taught since we were children to always look at someone
when they are talking or when we are listening. Our eyes can be one of the most
stunning features we have and so it is imperative to accentuate them rather than
mask! Here are two timeless looks that are bound to draw some attention: The
“cat eye”. This look has been around for decades, being classically
worn by actresses and models throughout the 1950s. Creating that seductive
little curve, your eyes will scream elegancy. Second, “smokey eyes”.
This look is still worshiped by fashionistas. This makeup effect can be
simplified or dramatized and can deliver a sexy, mysterious appeal. No matter what color choice you make, be sure to use a good shadow and smudge brush to smoke out the look. And be sure to soften the under-eye liner to create that edgy look!
Tips for Drawing That Cat Eye

Draw your line with a pencil first, then go over it with a liquid
eyeliner.

Apply the liquid eyeliner in little dots. Now all you have to do is
connect them for an even line!

Literally any color of eyeshadow can be made into an eyeliner by
wetting a thin brush, like a detail eye Makeup Brush or an Angle
Brush and
running it over the shadow.


Lips

Who can look at red lipstick and think it’s ugly? No one, right? Red
lipsticks and glosses are pretty coveted by most women. This daring, classic
color can vamp up any of your simply makeup looks and it’s found in thousands
of  variations of shades. A cherry red is
a classic that drips in sexual appeal. Whether you just want to make a bold
statement or you want to entice the entire world, red lipstick is a must for
Fall.


Not a super-fan of red? Not to worry. A lot of people really love deep rich plums, burgundies, browns, and burnt orange browns this Fall. Who wouldn’t? There is surely something to be said for these rich shades and tones. Why not pair a burgundy matte lip with a nice matallic topper for a rich, trendy look? Or try a burnt orange brown with simple, natural eyeshadow and a simple blouse for a nice, simple look this Fall.

Tips for Those Lips

Have you ever wondered why some of red lipsticks you’ve tried make
your teeth look yellow? You picked the wrong one! To find the right one, look
for a red lipstick that has blue or purple undertones. This tip will make your
teeth super white.

And it may seem like an unnecessary step, but try filling in lips with
a lipliner and apply your lipstick afterward. It will significantly prolong
your lip makeup.
You can also avoid annoying lip makeup bleeding by using concealer around your lips to produce a sharp finish or using longwear lipsticks.

These looks may be sported year after year, but when something works,
why stop doing it? Fall is the perfect time to wear these absolutely timeless
makeup styles. Elegant, luscious colors are prevailing trends this year. So put
on your boots, grab a sweater, and try some new makeup ideas, Fall is here!
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Let’s talk about hair removal – beauty standards or esthetics?

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The peculiar thing is the varying trend we have witnessed over the
years: as beauty ideals shift, so do our habits. Over the last century, fashion
has dictated many standards, one of them being the size of our swimwear – from
one piece jumpsuits to miniature two piece bikinis. Along with the excess naked
skin came another issue – excess hair. So it became almost natural to remove
hair from the public, or popularly known, bikini area. Now, what’s with the
back hair situation today?
These days, you might notice that every beauty salon has a solution for
the bikini zone – you can either go all the way and have everything removed or
have your ‘lower bush’ stylized in a certain manner. However, you cannot really
find ‘back hair removal’ on pricelists of many salons. Where is the root of
this problem (pun intended)? Let’s dig a bit deeper into the issue at stake.
Causes
There are many plausible causes of excess hair growth and in most cases
the exact cause cannot be precisely determined. Women usually produce lower
levels of male hormones called androgens, so if your organism has too much of
this hormone, it will result in unwanted hair. It may also come as a genetic
condition if it runs in the family. In any case, it is a very unpleasant
feature, even embarrassing to many women. There are a few conditions related to
this issue.
The medical term for the condition is hirsutism – it refers to
excessive facial hair along the lip line, on the chin, even breasts or chest
and it basically matches a male hair pattern on a female body. Men can also
suffer from this mostly harmless condition, but on hormonally dependent areas.
The next type of this condition is called hypertrichosis – it
signifies excessive hair which grows on places outside the pattern described
for hirsutism. A person who has a cast on their arm and grows unusually large
patches of hair in that region could be considered to have hypertrichosis
(hyper meaning excessive or accelerated; trich meaning hair). 
Finally, there is the state of superfluous hair or garden variety
“unwanted hair” – it refers to excess hair growth on various body areas which
are considered to be socially or culturally unattractive or undesirable. This
doesn’t refer to the amount of grown hair as it does to its location (for
example, beard line for women).
Any of these conditions could have one of the following causes:
·        
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
·        
Tumor or
cancer of the adrenal gland
·        
Tumor or
cancer of the ovary
·        
Rare
endocrine disorders
·        
Side
effects of certain drugs
·        
Congenital
adrenal hyperplasia
·        
Hyperthecosis
(a condition in which the ovaries produce too much male hormones)
Although it may seem as a subject you would rather consult your
beautician rather than your physician, it is best to schedule a checkup with
your doctor before you undergo any type of therapy or medication.
Treatment
Luckily, hair removal today is a common thing and you have many options
for either temporary or permanent removal.
Some of the most popular temporary removal techniques are:
·        
Tweezing –
pretty tiring, it is most efficient for really small areas (for example, above
the upper lips)
·        
Shaving –
easy to do, but with rather short effect; hair will grow back in a couple of
days
·        
Waxing –
waxed hair can take up to 3 weeks to grow fully back, plus the hair root is
being weakened with every treatment so it grows slowly and is receding in time
·        
Hair removal creams – have a similar effect as shaving but they
are somewhat gentler to the skin than sharp razors.
Permanent treatments include:
·        
Laser hair removal – is the absolute best method used to cover
large affected areas. The laser beam is aimed at particularly dark colored
hair, so it may not work for blond or red pigmented hair.
·        
Electrolysis – uses electrical current to permanently
damage individual hair follicles so they do not grow back. This method is less
popular as it may lead to unwanted side-effects like swelling, scarring and
redness of the skin.

The most common temporary solution is waxing, almost all beauty salons
have experts trained in many different waxing techniques and the results last a
while. As far as permanent removal goes, it definitely requires a significant
financial investment as these procedures are costly but really do solve the
issue once and for all. Nevertheless, your physician will
prescribe you with the best treatment according to your skin type and specific
needs.
beauty standards, Beauty Tips, Fashion tips, hair, hair care, hair removal, removal

Let’s talk about hair removal – beauty standards or esthetics?

Leave a comment
The peculiar thing is the varying trend we have witnessed over the
years: as beauty ideals shift, so do our habits. Over the last century, fashion
has dictated many standards, one of them being the size of our swimwear – from
one piece jumpsuits to miniature two piece bikinis. Along with the excess naked
skin came another issue – excess hair. So it became almost natural to remove
hair from the public, or popularly known, bikini area. Now, what’s with the
back hair situation today?
These days, you might notice that every beauty salon has a solution for
the bikini zone – you can either go all the way and have everything removed or
have your ‘lower bush’ stylized in a certain manner. However, you cannot really
find ‘back hair removal’ on pricelists of many salons. Where is the root of
this problem (pun intended)? Let’s dig a bit deeper into the issue at stake.
Causes
There are many plausible causes of excess hair growth and in most cases
the exact cause cannot be precisely determined. Women usually produce lower
levels of male hormones called androgens, so if your organism has too much of
this hormone, it will result in unwanted hair. It may also come as a genetic
condition if it runs in the family. In any case, it is a very unpleasant
feature, even embarrassing to many women. There are a few conditions related to
this issue.
The medical term for the condition is hirsutism – it refers to
excessive facial hair along the lip line, on the chin, even breasts or chest
and it basically matches a male hair pattern on a female body. Men can also
suffer from this mostly harmless condition, but on hormonally dependent areas.
The next type of this condition is called hypertrichosis – it
signifies excessive hair which grows on places outside the pattern described
for hirsutism. A person who has a cast on their arm and grows unusually large
patches of hair in that region could be considered to have hypertrichosis
(hyper meaning excessive or accelerated; trich meaning hair). 
Finally, there is the state of superfluous hair or garden variety
“unwanted hair” – it refers to excess hair growth on various body areas which
are considered to be socially or culturally unattractive or undesirable. This
doesn’t refer to the amount of grown hair as it does to its location (for
example, beard line for women).
Any of these conditions could have one of the following causes:
·        
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
·        
Tumor or
cancer of the adrenal gland
·        
Tumor or
cancer of the ovary
·        
Rare
endocrine disorders
·        
Side
effects of certain drugs
·        
Congenital
adrenal hyperplasia
·        
Hyperthecosis
(a condition in which the ovaries produce too much male hormones)
Although it may seem as a subject you would rather consult your
beautician rather than your physician, it is best to schedule a checkup with
your doctor before you undergo any type of therapy or medication.
Treatment
Luckily, hair removal today is a common thing and you have many options
for either temporary or permanent removal.
Some of the most popular temporary removal techniques are:
·        
Tweezing –
pretty tiring, it is most efficient for really small areas (for example, above
the upper lips)
·        
Shaving –
easy to do, but with rather short effect; hair will grow back in a couple of
days
·        
Waxing –
waxed hair can take up to 3 weeks to grow fully back, plus the hair root is
being weakened with every treatment so it grows slowly and is receding in time
·        
Hair removal creams – have a similar effect as shaving but they
are somewhat gentler to the skin than sharp razors.
Permanent treatments include:
·        
Laser hair removal – is the absolute best method used to cover
large affected areas. The laser beam is aimed at particularly dark colored
hair, so it may not work for blond or red pigmented hair.
·        
Electrolysis – uses electrical current to permanently
damage individual hair follicles so they do not grow back. This method is less
popular as it may lead to unwanted side-effects like swelling, scarring and
redness of the skin.

The most common temporary solution is waxing, almost all beauty salons
have experts trained in many different waxing techniques and the results last a
while. As far as permanent removal goes, it definitely requires a significant
financial investment as these procedures are costly but really do solve the
issue once and for all. Nevertheless, your physician will
prescribe you with the best treatment according to your skin type and specific
needs.