Wouldn’t you love to go to a school reunion and have people marvel at how good you look? I was surprised at my 35th reunion, when I realized that all the women who looked really wonderful, in most cases, used cosmetics in high school. When you think about it, there could be a very simple reason. If you used color cosmetics in high school, you might also be more inclined to use skin care products in the coming years. I believe that is the real reason for looking great, well into your forties, fifties and beyond.

If for some reason, I could only use 5 products (I use a lot more) the ones I would choose are facial cleanser, moisturizer, eyeliner, mascara and lip gloss. Most people, even in today’s tight economy, can afford those 5 products. It’s rewarding to use some of the anti-aging products because of the dramatic results you can get in skin texture and firmness. Color cosmetics beyond eyeliner, mascara and lipstick play up your best features and minimize others. However for the sake of streamlining a routine for you, let’s just talk about these first five items.

1. Facial Cleanser
A good facial cleanser will remove impurities on the surface of the skin and if it is a 3-in1 cleanser, it also exfoliates and tones while leaving the skin clean and clear. Quality cleansers will also hydrate the skin to a certain extent.

2.Moisturizer
Look for a moisturizer that is positioned as a skin hydrating product. Buy one specifically for your skin type. These moisturizers will soothe and soften dry skin or can absorb oil for up to 10 hours for combination to oily skin. Don’t forget to apply it to your throat as well.

3.Eyeliner
As we age, our eyelashes thin. Eyeliner applied into the lash line makes the lashes look thicker and more abundant, drawing attention to your eyes. It can be applied sparingly for a more natural look or thicker and smudged for a smoky, dramatic look.

4.Mascara
Mascara lengthens and thickens the lashes, almost like putting a frame on a picture. If you are using only these 5 products, choose lengthening mascara rather than a waterproof one. Waterproof needs to be removed with an oil free eye-makeup remover to prevent damage to the lashes at night. Be sure to use two or three thin coats of mascara, allowing the lashes to dry between each application.

5.Lipstick
Lipstick gives you that extra little punch. Create a statement by using a dramatic color or just deepen the natural tone of your lip by using a softer shade. Either way, lipstick finishes your look! Before purchasing, try a sample in the daylight as the fluorescent lights in stores change the appearance of the color.

Using these five simple steps gets you out the door quickly in the morning, looking polished and confident. As well you will reap the rewards of beautiful skin well into your later years.

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Due to the humidity from the warmer months and the cold air that tends to take a toll on women during the winter months, there is a common misconception that heavier make-up needs to be worn as spring and summer approach. Sometimes women feel that they have to put on a little heavier make up in order to cover up the damage that the recent winter has done to their face. During the much anticipated warm season, when women get to embrace wearing lighter, fun clothing, they want to be able to also wear cooler, lighter make-up as well.

The perfect cosmetics for the spring and summer months are mineral cosmetics. They are conveniently lightweight, airy, and offer complete, long-lasting coverage. Mineral make-up products are all powdered and are available in the form of foundation, concealer, eye shadow and blush. A new mineral lipstick also offers long-lasting color that is not too heavy.

Heavy make-up can often leave you feeling weighed down. Most women prefer to go without any foundation and concealer at all during the summer months. However, they still want to use proper UV protection to shield them from the sun’s harmful rays, leaving them with flawless looking skin. For those who do not want to wear make-up but still want to wear something to protect their skin, there is a happy medium found in mineral foundation and concealer. As stated before, all mineral make-up is lightweight and offers protection from those detrimental UV rays. Mineral cosmetics also adhere to the skin with a light coat, providing ample coverage resulting in flawless skin without having to ‘cake’ on the foundation.

Mineral cosmetics are proof that make-up does not have to be heavy to create a flawlessly beautiful finish that women crave from heavier make-up. Mineral cosmetics are perfect to wear during the winter months as well, when the harsh weather conditions can be cruel to your skin. Mineral cosmetics are made from some of the purest and most refined ingredients from the Earth, and never contain chemical additives, dyes, or parabens that can also irritate your skin.

Mineral make-up is available in shades for every skin tone. Whether you have very pale, porcelain skin, or very dark skin, mineral make-up can help give you coverage that will last all day. Whether you have neutral undertones or golden undertones, there is a mineral foundation and concealer available to enhance your skin and leave you feeling like you are not wearing any make-up at all!

Mineral cosmetics, along with other make-up products, are available in what is commonly referred to as cool colors and warm colors. These days, there are simple ways to figure out which color profile your skin is, so that you can pick out a product that will ultimately give you a perfect appearance. A good rule of thumb to abide by is that if you are a woman who has blue or gray eyes with blue or pink skin undertones, you should stick to wearing cooler colors. For these women, hair color is usually blonde, black or brown. The foundation you choose will usually be pink or red based, and women who are sport the cool colors usually look great in jewel toned clothing such as purple, green, blue and pink. Summer and winter months usually help to provide the best looks for cool-toned women.

On the other hand, women who have brown, green, or hazel eyes should stick to wearing warmer colors. Their foundation will have yellow undertones, and their hair color is usually darker brown, black, red, auburn, warm blonde or strawberry blond. Warm-toned women usually look great in earthy tones such as brown, green, yellow, orange, and red, and the spring and fall months usually help to provide the best looks for these women.

Both cool and warm tones can be found in mineral make-up. Therefore, whichever tone is the best look for you, you will be completely happy with this lightweight foundation all year long. Once you have mastered your skin tone and color palette, try to look for mineral make-up to replace that heavier product you sport in the winter. Your skin will instantly feel much lighter and healthier, and it will not feel like you are wearing twenty pounds of make-up on your face.

Mineral make-up is a fairly new creation, but lightweight cosmetics have been around for decades. Many women found that they had two sets of makeup including one for the autumn and winter months, when the weather was colder, and one for the spring and summer months, which included a make-up bag that had much less products in it. Switching to mineral cosmetics can erase the need for the two separate make-up kits, and can combine the tones and colors into one bag of perfect make up all year long.

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Are you wearing chemical cosmetics but do not want to wear it any more. Do you feel the need of an alternative make up item, which can replace that synthetic and chemical makeup? If yes, then mineral cosmetics are an alternative for you. No matter in which age group you are, either you are in your teens or grown up adult or an old aged person.

The natural mineral cosmetics are useful to all. These cause no side effects.

Yes, you can say good-bye to those cosmetic makeup boxes and hello to Mineral Cosmetics, which will take care of you better. Not only you, other members in the family can use these mineral cosmetics and your friends will start asking for it. Mineral cosmetics are excellent caretakers for your skin. These will keep your skin young, shiny and beautiful.

Now, you will definitely be interested in knowing, what are mineral cosmetics?

Mineral cosmetics are prepared from naturally occurring substances. As the name suggests the source of these substances are different naturally found pigments from the earth. Mineral cosmetics are perfect solutions of the type, which do not block the skin pores. These also do not penetrate your skin. The non-pore clogging i.e. non - cosmodegenic property of mineral cosmetics differentiate it from other ordinary cosmetics. Any person can use mineral cosmetics; these are harmless and make skin healthy and beautiful. Since mineral cosmetics do not contain any harmful substance, any person can give these a try.

So ladies / women / girls if you want to look beautiful and need a healthy skin, the mineral make up is for you. By mixing some common simple materials you can prepare your mineral makeup kit. And once you will apply it the result will be great and you will stick to it for always. The mineral makeup is highly adaptable. One single pot / mineral makeup kit can work as your eye shadow, lipstick, nail polish, blush and eyeliner. Only you need to change the makeup brushes and few extra items.

For your wellness, mineral makeup is extremely good; it has no side effects and gives your body a good look and health. At the same time, if you are wearing mineral makeup, you will have enormous energy and confidence in you. 

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Mineral cosmetics are the latest styling mantra. Whether consumers or brands, none can ignore the rage created by mineral cosmetics. However, what is strange is the fact that, mineral cosmetics are not essentially a new concept. A small company made them some years ago and since then, they attained overnight fame, where suddenly everyone, is all praises for mineral cosmetics.

Could there be a reason behind this trend, that is the slow progress of mineral cosmetics, or is it just a matter of chance? Mineral cosmetics have their own flaws, which are obviously not advertised by the highly competitive mineral cosmetic market. These flaws are not necessarily common to all mineral makeup brands and the exact situation varies, with the manufacturing style. But a deeper insight helps.

Few Ingredients That Could Adversely Affect The Skin

Mineral cosmetics are made from natural elements present in earth and are therefore, considered to be quite safe for skin. However, there are various components present in them that could be harmful.

Titanium Dioxide - An extremely important component of mineral cosmetics, Titanium Dioxide is found in majority of mineral cosmetics, irrespective of the brand producing cosmetics. However, this ingredient is still under scrutiny for its possible connotation with cancer.

Mica - Mica is used in mineral cosmetics to help reduce the appearance of enlarged pores and fine lines. Quiet a famous component, Mica, is bio-accumulative and is considered toxic to the liver and the gastrointestinal and respiratory systems. Not to mention, the Cosmetic Industry Review Board has not scrutinized Mica, which is yet approved by FDA, for usage as a component in cosmetics.

Ultramarine Colors - Ultramarine colors are used to cool down foundations. However, the same are not approved in the United States for use on lips.

Silica - Used as an absorbent and oil control product, in mineral cosmetics, Silica, may be contaminated with small quantities of crystalline quartz. The crystalline quartz is considered to be carcinogenic and must be avoided.

Additionally, there are various other ingredients that could cause irritation or allergy to different skin types.

An analysis of the mentioned simply reflects, the FDA’s casual regulation policies, towards cosmetics in general and mineral cosmetics in particular. Many procedures and ingredients, have not been aptly tested by the Cosmetic Industry Review Board, but are still legal, as have been approved by FDA. Skin is important and damage to the same is possible, if cosmetics are not used prior to apt research.

The Color Compromise - Mineral cosmetics if considered in their 100% natural form, do not offer many color options. For a pure mineral cosmetic, the color liking must be sacrificed. However, many companies add dyes to mineral cosmetics, thus providing, the desired shade chart. But if dyes are to be used, then why so much propaganda, against regular cosmetics, which too have dyes in their composition?

The Talc Controversy - Many believe that talc accentuates wrinkles and not to mention, the same is used in mineral cosmetics. Technically speaking, talc is Magnesium Silicate Hydroxide. Various studies conducted over time, have established a link, between talc and pulmonary tissues, ovarian cancer, and lung, which is even a major concern than the earlier mentioned wrinkles. Please note here, that no conclusive study has yet been made, to determine either the toxicity and/or carcinogenic nature of talc, thus leaving the entire matter in a gray area.

The Impact - Cosmetics are applied for that ultimate look and not a smudgy or heavy mask kind of a feel. But many feel, that this is what mineral cosmetics have to offer. There are further complaints, that mineral products emphasize, upon the fine lines and pores and impart an even aged look.

The ally of mineral cosmetics however, alleges that it is about fine application procedures and manufacturing steps. The finer the minerals, the less shinier they appear. As for the smudgy look, application tips like dabbing with wet sponge, could help.

Despite the debate, mineral cosmetics are gaining in popularity. Bad as they might sound, the mineral version of makeup is still better than their counterpart, the regular cosmetics, which are quite harmful.

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Cosmetics are worn everyday by people, but for some, that can be a very painful experience. If you have sensitive skin, the application of something seemingly innocent like foundation, powder or lipstick can cause a chain reaction of red, itchy skin, broken skin, bumps, and rashes. This is your skin telling you that it does not like one or more of the ingredients in the makeup that you are using. If you find that you have sensitive skin, the switch to mineral makeup, one of several nontoxic cosmetics available on the market today, will be astounding.

There are some makeup ingredients that may cause flareups in your skin that you might not expect to be the culprit. One of those ingredients is paraben, which is added to commonly used personal care products such as shampoo, lotions, toothpaste, shaving gel and others as a preservative that combats the formation of bacteria and fungus in products. The problem with parabens is that some concerns have been raised about parabens possible link as a carcinogen, as well as the effect it is reputed to have on estrogen. To err on the side of safety, many people now choose paraben free cosmetics, and paraben free skincare products.

When you decide to buy cosmetics online, be sure to look up mineral cosmetics. Mineral makeup is allergen and toxin free, and thus safe to use on even sensitive skin. Mineral cosmetics are also paraben free cosmetics, so you know that they will be safe to use and soothing to your delicate skin.

Mineral cosmetics are beautiful and fun to wear. You will find all of the different varieties of makeup that you commonly wear, such as concealer, foundation, powder, eye liner, mascara, eye shadows, blush and lipstick, all available as paraben free skincare products. You will want to make sure that you have the appropriate applicators and brushes for applying cosmetics made from minerals, because with proper application they offer a smooth finish for your skin that looks natural yet covers blemishes well.

Those who suffer from acne often find relief by switching to nontoxic cosmetics made from minerals. Because mineral makeup does not clog your pores, it tends to be very helpful in clearing up acne, and at the same time making you look beautiful.

It is a great deal of fun to buy cosmetics online, because you can shop at your convenience in the privacy of your home, and compare products to find the best nontoxic cosmetics made from minerals that work well with your complexion and highlight your beauty.

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Makeup Beauty Tips

Here are some tips for applying makeup that you can use to enhance your looks and feel great. According to archaeological evidence, cosmetics have been in use since 4,000 BC in Ancient Egypt. It was also used by the Ancient Greeks and the Romans. Through the medieval age, the use of cosmetics in the West was usually confined to the upper classes. Cosmetics were also widely used in what is known today as Iran as well as the Middle East.

Hence, as is evident, all through the ages women have contrived various means and ways to enhance their appearance. They experimented with a variety of lotions and potions to improve and preserve their beauty. This age we live in is the era of vivacity, energy, and youthful looks. In fact, both men and women want to look their best in order to project an attractive personality. These days, appearance plays an important role, both in the workplace as well as in social gatherings. Looking your best can be a confidence booster, for this is the age of the smart and the beautiful.

Every woman has attributes and qualities that are unique and beautiful. The makeup beauty tips given below will help in highlighting the plus points, enhancing them so that they can be noticed.

First, after cleansing your skin, apply a moisturizer. Your skin requires the extra moisture. Then, choosing the right kind of foundation is the next step for getting a beautiful makeover. Most women’s skin is yellow-based, including most Caucasians, Latin Americans, Asians and Africans. However, most foundations available in the market are orange or pink toned. Hence, women using these foundations usually end up with an artificial look. You need to choose a foundation that has a yellow base in order to create the naturally flawless look.

The best way to put on the foundation is to dot your chin, cheeks, nose and forehead with small amounts of it. Then, using a slightly damp cloth or a sponge, smoothen the foundation over your face, blending it well into the skin. Pay particular attention to the jaw line, chin, and hairline. Always smoothen the foundation in an upward motion.

Use a concealer to cover blemishes on the skin. Liquid concealers are the best for using under the eyes to conceal dark circles and on dry skin. Solid concealers, on the other hand, are used to hide scars, pimples, and acne. These are available as sticks and hence can be used directly on the spot where it is required. If you have a sensitive skin, use concealers that have mineral colors.

When applying your eye shadow, remember to always begin with the highlighter shade. Brush it on under the outer edge of the eyebrows and blend it toward the inner edge of the eyebrows. Then, apply the eye shadow, starting at the center of the eyelids.

The key to creating sparkling eyes is using eye shadows that are light in color such as beige, mauve, brown or vanilla. You can also play around with the undertone shades of your skin by opting for colors like olive, gold, gray or purple. If you want to be adventurous, why not try tan, bronze or any of the shimmering translucent powders. Or, you could even combine two colors to create a layered look. By all means experiment, but make sure not to overdo it.

After the eye shadow, apply mascara. In fact, one of the best ways to add a dramatic effect to the eyes is by using mascara. Use clear mascara or a shade of brown to achieve the no makeup look. Curl your eyelashes to get that innocent wide-eyed look. However, you need to curl the eyelashes before applying mascara, and also it is not advisable to curl the lower lashes as they tend to fall off.

When choosing lipstick, take into consideration the color of your hair. Orange shades, for example, go very well with dark hair. Scarlet shades are great with blonde hair, and pink shades look lovely with grey hair. Use a lip liner to define your mouth, reshape your lips, and even to correct uneven shapes. Plus, a lip liner will prevent the lipstick from bleeding, and if you fill your lips with it before applying the lipstick, it will make the lipstick last longer.

And as a finishing touch brush on a blush. The best way to choose a color is to find one that is about the same shade as your skin when it is flushed, say after exercising. You could slap your cheek lightly to get the color and use it as a guide. Or, you could use a blush that matches your lipstick. Rose looks great with fair color, peach shades with olive skin, and an apricot shade with dark skin. If you have dry skin use a cream based blush, and if your skin is oily, gel and liquid blushes are great. For a more luminous result, you could combine the two.

The cult of looking beautiful is not the prerogative of the privileged women any longer. Using cosmetics to enhance one’s looks is not a luxury but a social fact today. It has become a priority for most women on the move in the social scale of success. Makeup is about your looks, your face, your style, your aspirations. It is about women enhancing, changing, and discovering their hidden potential. It is about a woman saying, "Look at me - I am beautiful!"

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The School Of Professional Makeup Partners With Proctor & Gamble, Wal-mart For Cosmetic Promotion

After choosing the right makeup school, one of the biggest challenges facing aspiring makeup artists is how to gain valuable industry experience. The old adage ‘practice makes perfect’ is especially applicable to those in the makeup arts. A good makeup school will offer it’s students fieldwork opportunities for exactly this reason, which is why The School of Professional Makeup leapt at the chance to work with some big players in the cosmetic industry.

Canadian fashion & style gurus Steven Sabados and Chris Hyndman have been promoting products for a few years now. Recently, they’ve been hired on as spokespeople for Proctor & Gamble’s ‘Everything for the Family, Something Just for You’ program to share their knowledge and expertise of the fashion and beauty industries. The objective is to not only pitch Proctor & Gamble products, but to also raise money for various charities, which include the Canadian Cancer Society and the Children’s Miracle Network. Wal-Mart will play host to in-store events, giveaways and fundraisers. Both Wal-Mart and Procter & Gamble are hoping to raise an estimated $460,000 for charity through this partnership, while also encouraging women to do something special for themselves at the same time. Shoppers will not only be introduced to the latest in health and beauty information, but also to a wide range of new P&G products.

The School of Professional Makeup was the only makeup school invited to participate in the most recent promotion, titled "5-Minute Oasis" with Olay. ‘Coincidentally, the advertising agency promoting the event, plus Chris Hyndman from The Designer Guys both approached me at the same time.’ Says Robert Closs, Founder and Managing Director. ‘They both felt that it might be a great idea for the school to get involved.’

With the theme being personal style, this was a live appearance with Steven & Chris on stage. A model was chosen from the audience, who then received a live makeover complete with Hollywood tips and tricks. Three students from The School of Professional Makeup were chosen to help out with the offstage makeovers. The offstage makeovers lasted on average about four hours, and included skin care analysis and recommendations, plus a mini makeover using Cover Girl products.

Shoppers were delighted to have the opportunity to take some time out for themselves. This not only translated into a wonderful opportunity for the aspiring makeup artists to gain some practical hands on experience, but it also represented the type of fieldwork opportunities The School of Professional Makeup looks for on behalf of their students.

‘Our school is known as ‘the industry school’, says Closs. ‘Our instructors are all working makeup artists, and this allows us to be connected to what’s happening in the industry. We make sure we pass these opportunities onto our students, so they can gain invaluable industry experience.’

‘This was a great opportunity for students to actually do something in the field.’ Says Lisa Mandel, an instructor at the school. ‘They’re excited to get the chance to actually see and apply what they’ve learned.’

Recent graduate Natalie Sanchez appreciated the chance to get out there and network. Networking and self-promotion is vital to any aspiring makeup artist - industry veterans estimate that eighty percent of jobs come through networking and self-promotion. ‘Through this gig I got the opportunity to meet many different people, it’s one of the best opportunities for networking.’ Says Sanchez. ‘Working with Rob and The Designer Guys made me realize first hand that this industry is so fast paced and diverse, and you can take it as far as you like depending on your own ambition.’

Previous fieldwork opportunities have included gigs for The Discovery Channel, The Miss Universe Canada Pageant, and the Miss Latina Canada swimsuit calendar, to name a few.

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Applying Makeup - How To Apply Makeup

Applying makeup is a great art. A good make up complement your personality and highlights your best features. Here are few tips about how to apply makeup…

 You have just seen Jennifer Lopez on the front page of a fashion magazine and simply love her look. Now you want to copy the same look and get the same dewy, glowing complexion. Well you can now make this a very real possibility by mastering techniques at applying makeup.

Flawless complexion
It’s amazing how no matter how good your clothes maybe, it is your skin that gets noticed first. In fact, someone has rightly said that beautiful skin does not even need jewelry to complement it - it shines even without it. Once you know the secrets of how to apply makeup, you can highlight your best features and transform your face into a work of art.

Eye makeup
They say eyes are the window to our soul. Eyes speak volumes about us, our personality and our nature. Through techniques in applying makeup to the eyes, you can give yourself a smoked, sultry look or an angelic look or even prep yourself up for a party in the evening! Here are some tips for apply makeup techniques to the eyes in the best way:

1. Choice of color: The kind of colors you choose for the eyes will determine the entire look. Nude colors like beige, cream, soft brown are great for office and daytime wear while colors like golden, silver and bronze are more adventurous and go well for a night out in town. If you want to add a touch of mystery, try going for a smoky look by opting for colors like black and darker shades of brown.

2. How to apply makeup: Firstly, you need to apply a think layer of foundation over your eyelids. You then need to apply a bit of concealer under the eyes to camouflage fine lines and wrinkles. Then apply a coat of eye shadow primer - starting from the eyelash to the eyebrow. This will ensure your eye makeup stays longer. Take three shades of the same color. Firstly choose the medium color and apply it from your eyelashes till the crease.

Then use an eyeliner (darker shade of the same color) to make a line just along your eyelashes. Use the darkest color shade to go over this eyeliner line. Then prep the portion above the eye crease with the lightest shade of the color. For the space under the eyebrow, use a shimmery shade of the same color. Finish the makeup application by blending the colors on the eyelid thoroughly to avoid any unsightly lines.

For acne and pimples
It’s funny how our pimples seem to pop up just when we are getting ready for a party. However through the art of applying makeup you can hide almost all scars and blemishes most effectively. Here are some tips to get started:

1. Type of makeup: Nowadays you will find plenty of reputed makeup brands, which have ingredients, which actually fight bacteria and diminish acne. Using such brands can help you combat acne and make you look good.

2. How to apply makeup: For acne prone areas, you will first need to prep up your face with the help of a foundation. You can choose from stick, liquid or pancake versions too. Make sure to blend in the foundation thoroughly along the hairline and the jaw line. Then apply concealer to the areas that have acne. Again, make sure to blend it in well. One of the tricks to successfully applying makeup is to blend it in very well. Finish off the makeup application with a translucent powder. Just dab it on the face and blend it in well.

Tips for applying makeup when you have contact lenses
If you have contact lenses but love to wear makeup, then here are some techniques to apply makeup correctly:

1. Always wear your contact lenses first and then start to apply your makeup
2. Apply eye makeup very less as it can irritate the eyes
3. Use eye makeup that is fragrance free and free from any oil
4. Use a non-oil based mascara which is also water proof. This will prevent any chances of flaking
5. Be sure to replace old mascara and eye makeup with fresh stock every 6 months. This will help prevent any contamination

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