Raging Rouge has done two “fashion labs”, trying on dozens of pink lipsticks and glosses and photographing them to share with us.
With such a great layout, why should I do a fashion lab this week?
But I know I really want to get back to doing them, so leave a comment if you have an idea.
I have never thought of myself as a beauty expert, but when Kristine asked for some tips I realized I had a few useful things to share. Before I forget them all …
General color selection: I think the key to finding makeup that doesn’t look like it’s just sitting on top of your face lies in blending with the underlying skin tones, those caused by your hemoglobin, that is, the reds and oranges.
Foundation and concealer
Lipstick and blusher
What inspired this thread is the E.L.F. All Over Color Stick in Pink Lemonade I bought to use as both blush and lipstick. (Pink eyeshadow I’m not so sure about.) I’m smitten with the concept!
Good places to look for blush/lipstick color inspiration:
Eyes
, and as eyebrow filler, with the same brush.friends who are make up artists have always told me that applying a single coat each of 2 different mascaras work the best and i have found this to be true in my own make up experiments. usually one lengthening and one thickening or curling or separating or waterproof, whichever you need. don’t forget to comb out with a clean mascara brush. vc
General shopping: Do you have Rite Aid where you are? They have a wonderful return policy on makeup, designed to discourage people from testing it out in the store: you can return anything you don’t like. Also, paint brushes can substitute for makeup brushes and, in a pinch, I wouldn’t hesitate to try very cheap ones (obviously new and clean).
I think this is comprehensively everything I know about makeup.
Try this tip from an ancient magazine clipping:
your best shade of red - and a marvelous choice for a blusher - is the color you see when you pinch your fingertip
(I keep trying, but so far I’m not seeing a red.)
Also, remember this tip from readers here:
choose your red lipstick to match the color of your lips when chapped
Any other simple makeup tips to share?
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Thankfully, my daughter had a friend from work volunteer to do her hair, although I would never have had the guts to take her up on it. DD has a very romantic style, and beautiful hair; so many prom styles, in pictures anyway, are just plain weird. When she went to friend’s house, she took these pictures with her:
This is how the back of her hair turned out:
APPLAUSE FOR ANDREA!!!
This is everything:
Except the bag. Which doesn’t need to be mentioned.
This year the day after Thanksgiving, versus last year’s office Christmas party picture. Actually, since this picture was taken, the one with the long hair, I got a trim — and came out looking almost exactly the same! Yay!
Which do you think looks younger? How many years?
Not poseur. That’s something different.
Vildy and I have decided we need to learn to pose. Here’s what we’ve found:
And then, if you need a good laugh, there’s this: Look Good in Party Photos. LOL
This is an awesome prize and I really want you to win it!
The Splendicity contest for today, September 14th.
To enter to win a collection of MAC Cosmetics makeup, you must do the following:
*Visit 5 Splendid Member blogs that are listed in our BEAUTY category, post a comment saying hello. Here. Just to be nice to you, I’ll link a few. Just to be nice to them, I’ll start at the bottom of the list. 
You can also view the Splendicity member list right at the homepage: Splendicity.com where our member list is broken down into categories.
*Go back to Splendicity.com and report the Splendid Member BEAUTY blogs that you commented on in today’s Splendicity blog contest post.
All readers that complete the process are entered into the drawing to win today’s prize.
Thank you to MAC Cosmetics for sponsoring today’s contest.
To enter today’s contest:
*Guess the Celeb: Post your answer in the comments section of today’s Splendicity contest post.
*The FIFTH person to guess correctly, with the full first and last name of the celebrity in the picture below wins!
Please read the contest rules before entering. Thank You!
The prize for winning todays splendid contest:
Two Marine Enzyme Intensive Treatment Masks from Dr. Bragi. Worth $20 each, the value of this prize is $40. Fine lines, dehydration, loss of firmness and signs of premature aging no longer warrant a trip to the dermatologist. The active enzymes found inside the convenient sachet of Marine Enzyme Intensive Treatment Mask make skin plumper, smoother and brighter.
Thank you to Dr. Bragi for sponsoring todays contest.
Dr. Bragi’s pioneering Marine Enzyme Skin Care range is the first U.S. launch from Boutique Unique London LLP, a London-based developer of high-end beauty brands from around the world. Dr. Bragi products are available exclusively at Bliss Spas nationwide or www.blissspa.com. For more information, please visit www.drbragi.com.
To enter today’s contest:
*Guess the Celeb: Post your answer in the comments section of today’s Splendicity contest post.
*The TENTH person to guess correctly, with the full first and last name of the celebrity in the picture below wins!
The prize for winning today’s splendid contest is a years subscription to GLAMOUR Magazine (value of $48) and a Borghese “Spring It On” Makeup Palette (value of $27.50).
Get the look for Spring with Borghese’s Spring It On. Inspired by the runways of Milan, these unwashed palettes of color are all you need to create an updated look for the season. With sheer eyeshadows to bring out the best in your eyes, silken lipstick that leaves lips asking for more and a bronzer that adds a touch of sun-struck color to cheeks; it’s everything a woman wants and expects in her makeup. Great colors and perfect products…everything a woman needs.
Thank you to Borghese Cosmetics and Glamour Magazine for sponsoring today’s contest.
Please read the contest rules before entering. Thank You!
To enter today’s contest:
*Find a post written by one of our Splendid Members, that was written today, that features Benefit Cosmetics “Firmology”.
*Leave a comment on that post, saying that you found it. You can find our complete member blogroll, on the Splendicity.com homepage.
*Next, go to Splendicity.com, and leave a comment on today’s Splendicity blog contest post saying that you found Benefit Cosmetics “Firmology”, to be entered to win. DO NOT PUT THE NAME OF THE MEMBER BLOG IN THE COMMENTS, or you will be disqualified!
All readers that complete the tasks, will be entered into a drawing to win. Again, DO NOT PUT THE NAME OF THE MEMBER BLOG IN THE COMMENTS, or you will be disqualified!
Today’s prize:
One tube of Benefit Cosmetics toning and smoothing serum, Firmology, a $30 value.
THE toning & smoothing serum for face & neck-colleté, leaves skin radiant and silky to the touch. Rated “S” for sexy, Firmology is clinically proven to firm, tone, smooth and revitalize your complexion for a more youthful glow. Lightweight & oil-free, with a luminous light-reflecting pigment…this serum is so sexy you’ll be tempted to call it “complexion lingerie”.
Thank you Benefit Cosmetics for sponsoring today’s contest to win.
Please read the contest rules before entering. Thank You!
