We have sourced the tips from 9 top makeup artists want you to stop doing… You know the little habits we get into – time for some new ideas .. Have you been doing your make up the same way for…. how long! Really? It is definitely time to reassess some of your techniques and perhaps go to a professional to update update your look – honestly it is well worth the effort. You probably have a trusted makeup routine you do every single day of your life. But guess what? It might include something that would make a pro cringe. We asked nine top makeup artists to get real with us about the one thing they wish their clients would stop doing. How many are you guilty of? Using too much makeup. “I see more and more women wearing more and more makeup. Though I’m a huge supporter of wanting to look the way you want to look, I’m concerned that a number of women are simply following an Instagram trend. To me, that much makeup doesn’t even look good in pictures with professional lighting, let alone in full daylight or under fluorescent office lights.” —Beau Nelson, who works with Nicole Richie and Christina Hendricks OD’ing on brow pencil. “One trend I’ve been seeing that is bad is what I call the stencil brow. It has hard, square edges and an unbelievable arch. The brows are a vast mountain of little hairs. The best way to draw them on or fill them in is to use a lighter color than your hair and use featherlight strokes in the direction your hairs naturally grow. And it doesn’t need to be the same opacity everywhere—usually the brows are more transparent on the inner edges.” —Quinn Murphy, who works with Gigi Hadid, Lily Aldridge, and Olivia Palermo Using way too much foundation. “One thing that I’ve noticed lately is women using foundation that’s too heavy for their skin. In my opinion, the beauty of a makeup look is showcasing your radiant skin. I like to use a lightweight tinted moisturizer and spot-check with a fuller-coverage concealer. If you get shiny, carry oil-blotting papers to keep the skin fresh and radiant.” —Vincent...
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We have a lovely video to share with you today from a interview Bonita did with our local TV Channel CTV. Bonita is passionate about Healthy Living, Keeping Fit, Sharing your skills and knowledge with others. She is a Professional Makeup Artist and the official “Face of Beauty” plus International Burlesque Showgirl, Singer, Personal Coach, Coach for Burlesquercise fitness, Producer and Performer. She is all about Beauty – Health and Fitness – enjoy this introduction to...
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My name is Fran and I live in Christchurch, New Zealand. In my blogs I share my passion for Colour, Makeup, Beauty, Style and Health. I am also a Business Coach teaching thousands of ladies over the years to set up successful Beauty Businesses for themselves. To learn more email me at f.muntz@beautyforyou.co.nz.
