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10 Best Tips from Makeup School (Total Beauty)

by Diana Ajih on January 9, 2012

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10 Best Tips from Makeup School

One editor goes to makeup school and comes back with a notepad full of professional makeup techniques — steal her tips

 

10 Best Tips from Makeup School

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeup article

Makeup school is not only time-consuming, but it can cost up to $6,000 for just one introductory course. Becoming a professional makeup artist is no small feat, which is why we sent one beauty editor to three different makeup academies for you. Now you can learn how to apply your own makeup like a pro without spending the time or the cash yourself. You can thank us later.

 

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Finally Figure Out Your Face Shape — We’ll Show You How

All your hair and makeup conundrums will unravel once you understand what your face shape really is

Finally Figure Out Your Face Shape -- We'll Show You How

This is a TotalBeauty.com hairstyles by face shape article

So, are you ready to unlock the mystery of your face shape once and for all and begin to reap the haircut and makeup benefits that finally knowing it will surely bring?

Find your shape

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The 12 Best Editor-Tested Foundations (Total Beauty)

by Diana Ajih on November 1, 2010

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The 12 Best Editor-Tested Foundations

See which foundations won over these hard-to-please editors the most

The 12 Best Editor-Tested Foundations

This is a TotalBeauty.com face makeup article

Total Beauty editors tried out boatloads of different foundation formulas to bring you their faves.

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Lancome Teint Miracle, $37

TotalBeauty.com editor rating: 10

“The light, liquid formula offers sufficient coverage, but without looking cakey or feeling like makeup on your skin …”

Milani Minerals Mousse Foundation, $8.49

TotalBeauty.com editor rating: 9.5

“My skin felt soft and smooth, and I barely had to dust on face powder to set it because the foundation was already pretty matte on its own …”

MAC Pro Longwear SPF 10 Foundation, $29.50

TotalBeauty.com editor rating: 9.5

“I have always been a fan of MAC foundations so I wasn’t surprised when I fell hopelessly in love with this one …”

Want to see what other products made the list? Click here!

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Make Up 101: How to Apply Foundation

by Diana Ajih on May 26, 2010

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For flawless and more eventone skin, foundation is used to camoflouge your imperfections. It’s my life saver and when combined with a concealer, powder or both, I feel much more comfortable stepping out. However, not everyone uses foundation and that’s fine. In fact, many skip this part and uses only a concealer and powder because either they don’t need it or they don’t like the feeling of foundation on their face. Since everyone’s skin is different, I always find it best to just experiment and find out what’s best for you. I think all women should have some kind of foundation even if you wear it only during special occasions.

If your skin is not troublesome, then an alternative option is a tinted moisturizer. I use one too especially during the summer. I tend to wear foundation less often during the day due to the heat.

If you like to wear foundation but don’t know the proper technique, then keep reading!

HOW TO APPLY FOUNDATION (LIQUID)

  1. Moisturize skin- Wait 5 to 10 minutes before applying foundation. That should be enough time for the skin to absorb it.
  2. Using the back of your hand, squeeze a little amount of your foundation.
  3. With a brush, sponge, or fingers, (I like to use a brush) dab  small amount into the foundation.
  4. When applying on the face, always start at the forehead and work your way down. Blending is very important so make sure to blend down to your nose, cheeks and then chin. You just want a very thin layer.
  5. To cover up any imperfections, blemishes or discoloration, use a concealer and a apply with a brush or you can use your fingers. A brush is better!
  6. To finish, grab a large fluffy brush and tap it in powder and glide lightly all over your face.

This is a very basic application that anyone even a beginner can do. Even though there are several types of foundations out there like cream-based, stick, powder, and etc, it doesn’t matter as long as you follow the rules of makeup application: foundation first, concealer second, and powder at the end.

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Readers’ Top-Rated Face Wipes (Total Beauty)

by Diana Ajih on April 27, 2010

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Readers’ Top-Rated Face Wipes

See which facial cleansing towelettes topped our list

Readers' Top-Rated Face Wipes

This is a TotalBeauty.com best and worst skin care products article

Nothing quite takes the place of washing your face with cleanser and water, but the next best thing is a face wipe, no? TotalBeauty.com readers share which towelettes are their BFFs for removing grime post-workout, after a late night of partying, etc.

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No. 9: Almay Makeup Remover Towelettes, $1.45

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.2

“I am in musicals and wear a lot of makeup, so I need a good remover pad …”

No. 8: Garnier Nutritioniste Nutri-Pure Detoxifying Wet Cleansing Towelettes, $5.99

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.4

“These remove all my makeup/gunk and …”

No. 7: Dove Daily Hydrating Cleansing Cloths, $5.69

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.4

“They cleanse my skin with a gentle scrub and leave it …”

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Best of 2009: 11 Blushes for Perfect Rosy Cheeks

by Diana Ajih on December 23, 2009

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For the “best of 2009″, here are my favorite blushes and shades for perfect rosy cheeks. Many of the products shown above are quite popular and can work for any skintone (Ex: Benetint, Smashbox O-glow, Tarte Natural Cheek Stain, and Stila Gel Cheek Color); but, which ones are the best at giving your cheeks a nice glow?

I narrowed down my list to 11 blushes which I believe are the best out there based on my own personal experience.

  1. Benefit Cosmetics Benetint $28
  2. Benefit Cosmetics Coralista $28
  3. MAC Cosmetics Pleasantry $21
  4. Smashbox O-glow (My Favorite) $26
  5. Maybelline Dream Mousse Blush $5.99
  6. Tarte Natural Cheek Stain $30
  7. Bobbi Brown Blush in Apricot $22
  8. NARS Blush in Orgasm (Very Popular) $25
  9. Stila Gel Cheek Color $6.50 (at Beauty Crunch)
  10. Bare Escentuals bare minerals  Blush (Several good ones) $18
  11. Cargo Blu-Ray High Definition Blush/Highlighter $27

Do you have a favorite blush not mentioned on the list? What’s your favorite blush? Discuss!

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