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The
Latest in Makeup |
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Your
face is the most obvious asset that you can flaunt. In fact, it
is the way you look that determines the kind of opinion people form
about you. Especially, if you don’t want to be just another
face in the crowd and at the same time gel perfectly in the environment
then the right amount of makeup can do wonders. Therefore it becomes
very important to use proper makeup for your face, as your future
relationships might even depend on it. |
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Follow
some simple rules and you can become fashionable and trendy in a
matter of seconds. |
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Light
for day and Dark for night: Do not get carried
away by various advertisements. Use very light makeup for
the day. Try and avoid foundation. If it has to be applied
then take care, for it has to be light and not very generously
applied as it may run down with your sweat or the rains. The
foundation is to give you skin an even texture. Light makeup
or a neat clean and natural look is the fashion-funda for
today. Layers of visible makeup can be a major put-off. Nights
call for a little shimmer and shine. Therefore a slightly
heavier base can be applied so as to blend in with the other
makeup like blush, lipstick and eye makeup. A concealer stick
can also be used to hide the acne scars or under eye shadows. |
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Heavy Eyes: Yes, the heavy-kohled-eye-look
or the famous Meena Kumari look is very much in. Apply lots
of kohl or kajal or eye-liner and mascara to accentuate
your eyes and for that dreamy appearance.
For the
eye shadow, you can apply white or a lighter shade below
the eyebrow and darker shades on the eyelid and a still
darker shade on the outer rim of the eyelid. Blend it in
properly. Be bold and try out colours like hues of green
and blue.This will give a highlighting effect and add a
little drama to your look. You can also use your lipstick
to give a little shine and shimmer to the eyes. Powder eye
shadows are out. Also, do not forget to stretch out the
eye-liner upwards at the rim of the eyes.
Since we have the monsoon heavily pouring in, waterproof
mascara becomes a must. For the thin eye lashes, apply voluptuous
mascara. If you have short lashes go in for lengthening
mascara and if you wear contacts go in for gentle mascara.
Go in for false eye-lashes if you have light lashes. They
are very easy to use and easily available too.
If you choose black mascara that would be best as it goes
well on all Indian skin tones, but if you choose to be different
with black or blue mascara, do not forget to apply the same
colour eyeliner too.
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Go
Basic: Basic or nude colours like mauve, pastels,
pinks, coffee browns, pale browns, pearly nude, caramels,
etc. are the current fashion favourites for your luscious
lips. Dark colours are not totally out but they are somewhat
passé. Also don’t forget to first outline with
a lip liner and then fill your lips with the lipstick and
matt a little powder on your lips to ensure long lasting
lip colour.
If you choose not to apply lipstick, Vaseline is the best
way to get soft, shining and luscious lips as it moisturizes
and protects your skin from drying up while giving a shine
to your natural lip colour. What more can you ask for! It
is the best and most economical alternative to the expensive
brands of lipsticks available in the market! Also, by applying
lip gloss or a gold shade on the middle of your lips, you
can get that shimmery look. |
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Wonder
Nails: Not only is your face the most visible
part of your body, but so are your nails. And they are more
important, for they are the perfect mirror of your health
too. For e.g., if you have yellow nails, not only do they
look ugly, but also indicate that you have health problems.
Therefore, do not dare to venture out if you have not manicured
your hands and pedicured your feet. Tattoo your nails since
Designer nails are hot this season. Apply contrasting nail
colours and you can also paste other accessories like diamonds,
nail stickers, strips and jewels and other stick-ons that
are easily available in the market.
If you have short nails you need not despair. Attach fake
nails that are also readily available. If you have long but
brittle nails, then you can apply a layer of base coat before
you apply the nail colour. Regular manicure and pedicure will
help your nails become harder and stronger. You can also apply
hardener for the nails. Vitamin E supplements will also help
build strong and long nails.
If your nails are hard enough, or you use fake nails and are
the adventurous types, then try piercing your nails to look
stylish and ‘in’. When it comes to colours for
formal occasions like work or interviews, opt for light and
nude shades, for informal occasions experiment with wide range
from icy pinks, pastels and metallic polishes to shocking
blue, blacks and glitter polishes. |
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Follow
the most simple-to-use tips given above and you will surely become
the centre of attraction in any party or outing you go to. |
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Above
all eat healthy, nourishing and a balanced diet instead of gorging
on junk food. Exercise is a must because regular workouts (at home
or gym) is the only mantra to keep your skin naturally glowing,
radiant and healthy.
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