Plump lips are very trendy, especially with the likes of reality tv royalty the Kardashian/Jenner sisters.  Maybe you want your lips to look bigger though without having to commit to getting filler put into your lips. Here are a few tips and tricks to make your lips look fuller without needing to permanently commit.   Exfoliate Flaky lips reflect less light, making dry lips look less full. To get rid of the flakes of dry skin, use a wet toothbrush and gently brush your lips using small, circular motions.  Another...

Were you out late last night, have you been overindulging in drinks and food, or have you been under extreme stress at work? All of these things can be contributing factors that are causing your dark eye circles. Don't freak out though! You can get rid of your dark eye circles with the right TLC. The Cause of Dark Eye Circles There are numerous contributing factors for dark circles under your eyes, but some the most common causes include: Fatigue – extreme fatigue (not getting enough sleep), will contribute to...

There are many ways to make a round face look skinnier; everything from the way we apply our makeup to the haircuts we choose and even our skincare routines. Keep reading below for the most effective ways to make your face look skinnier.   Bronzer You can use bronzer to contour your face to make it look skinnier. The key is to choose a bronzer that is one shade darker than your skin tone, so that your make up looks natural. Using an angled blush brush, apply the bronzer at...

Dehydration VS Dryness in Skincare Dry and dehydrated skin might look like the same thing, but when it comes to skincare, they are entirely different. Dehydrated skin is when your skin is lacking water, the skin can appear dry, but it is not the same as having dry skin. If dehydrated skin is lacking in water, dry skin is lacking natural oils. Dry skin is a skin type, while dehydration is a condition. Dehydrated Skin The definition of dehydration is when your body is losing more water than it is...

Red lips equal a big statement, but it can be a delicate shade to wear because red has different hues and undertones; such as orange, blue, and violet, along with various shades: warm reds, cool reds, red- red and true red and all these undertones and shade look different on different skin tones.  https://www.samplestore.com/connect/content/find-perfect-red-your-lips Not all reds flatter every skin tone, so it’s necessary to understand your skin tone and what shade and formula will work best for you. Here are some tips for your perfect shade of red.  Determine...

  Too much holiday fun can leave your skin feeling less than radiant. The late nights, fatty, sugary foods, and alcohol take their toll on your skin and throw your body off balance with the overindulgence during the holiday season. These factors plus the winter weather can have your skin looking dull and you feeling sluggish just in general. But, luckily, with a little tender loving care, you can get your glowing skin back. Detox Your Organs First, it is necessary to help your body detox from the rich food...

Hey beauty activists. So today I'm going to be doing a much requested video, which is how to charge as a makeup artist. And so guys, this is a question that we get asked all the time and it is a very simple process to figure out how much you should be charging for each job, each face of makeup, and it shouldn't be a hard thing to figure out and it also shouldn't be just a number you pick out from the air and charge to your clients.  ...

  Is your mascara irritating your eyes? How old is it? Did you know that your makeup expires? If not, that’s okay. We can all be guilty of hoarding our beauty products long past their prime. As makeup expires, it stops performing as well as it used to, and can cause irritations or infections. savvysassymoms.com   So, how do you know if the makeup you are wearing is past its expiry date? Read on for guidelines, and tips on when it's time to toss away your makeup.  Mascara Life Span:...

Hello everyone. Welcome to today's video. Today I'm going to be showing you how to keep your skin looking nice and young and fresh and tight with just things that you find in your kitchen. I have nothing on my skin other than a little of moisturizer and some contour.  This is au naturale after I put the two masks on. Now making this video today because I am very passionate about natural and holistic healing. There's so much that you can do for your skin just through using the...

Do you have a beauty lover in your life? How do you find the perfect gift for them? What do you get your makeup-obsessed family member or friend who already has everything? How do you choose from all the brands and products on the market? Luckily, the market for makeup has a lot of more vegan products out there, and it seems to grow continually, with more makeup brands taking note and creating more vegan products.  What are vegan products? Vegan stands for products that do not contain animal ingredients,...