Eyeshadows: gels, creams, powders and crayons; they come in a variety of consistencies, and most women often stick to what they know or what they’ve always used. Below I’ve listed a summary of the pros and cons for each, as well as the type of consistency each one has, and which skin types each is…
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Foundation: finding the perfect shade
Finding the perfect shade of foundation takes time and patience, and may even lead to frustration, irritability, and impulse buys. At some time or another we’ve all bought a foundation that wasn’t a perfect skin match, just to get the whole frustrating shopping experience over with. The problem with impulse buys is that once you…
Which cleanser, toner and moisturiser to use for your skin type
Most of us are taught to cleanse our faces every night, but in most cases, that’s where skincare advice ends. Finding the right cleanser, toner, and moisturiser is usually a process of trial and error, often with certain brands being used just because its what Mom, Aunty, or sister used. There is more to a…
e.l.f. Small Stipple Brush
I bought my e.l.f. Small Stipple Brush from Kmart, and it has a unique two-layer two-tone black and white bristle design that adds soft, textured layers, which help to create an airbrushed effect when used to apply foundation. The brush makes it easy to create a sheer to light application by swirling the brush…
What is Microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion is a cosmetic treatment that uses crystals or diamonds to mechanically exfoliate the outermost layer of the skin. This layer of the skin is called the epidermis. The massage action of microdermabrasion on the skin helps to increase blood flow, while loosening and removing any dead skin cells that haven’t naturally fallen away. These…
12 Beauty Myths Busted
Myth: a widely held but false belief or idea. Beauty myths, we’ve all heard them, sometimes we believe them, but what is true and what’s not? We’ve taken 12 common beauty myths and busted them. Myth 1: Chocolate causes spots and acne How many times did I hear this as a pre-teen and teenager? More…
Best eyeshadow for green eyes?
What’s the best colour eyeshadow for green eyes? As we all know, complementary colours (colours opposite each other on a colour wheel) create a strong contrast and enhance each other. Red and green are complementary colours, so any eyeshadow with red (or warm) undertones will really enhance green eyes. To make your gorgeous green eyes…
Best eyeshadow for brown or black eyes
What’s the best colour eyeshadow for brown or black eyes? Well, you’re lucky as they have no limits and look good in any colour! Brown eyes don’t really have a true complimentary colour, but try a vibrant blue eyeshadow like cobalt or sapphire or even a deep blue for daywear. Purples, pinks, greens, copper and…
How to match your make-up with your freckles
When it comes to make-up, if you are blessed with an abundance of freckles rather embrace them and don’t be tempted to cover them up completely with make-up. Covering freckles completely can lead to your foundation looking unnatural, uneven or cakey and may make your face and neck look completely different from the skin on…
Make-up FAQ’s
A few answers to some frequently asked make-up questions (FAQs). Q. How do I know what colour foundation is right for me and should I be using a gel, mousse, cream or liquid? A. Your foundation should match your natural skin colour and should not be darker or lighter. For more tips on how to…
Does your make-up melt?
Does your make-up melt? If you live or work in hot, humid conditions, you may find that your make-up starts to melt before the day is done. But what can you do to prevent this from happening? The key to having make-up that looks great after the first application is to apply very thin layers…
The Oil Cleansing Method
If you’re looking for one product that’s affordable, gentle, natural and yet a very effective way of removing all your make-up (eyes, face and even waterproof mascara), then you need to try the oil cleansing method. I stumbled across this website last year when I was looking for alternatives to eye make-up remover, as I…
