Glass skin? Yes, please! Originating in Korea, the glass skin trend has taken the cosmetic industry by storm, making the picture of glistening, flawless, poreless, crystal clear skin the ultimate beauty goal. And while a solid skincare routine is the foundation of any look, it’s important to remember that makeup will always serve a purpose in achieving dewy, glowing flawlessness. If you’re out to...
Many people struggle with undereye bags, which are the result of puffiness or swelling beneath the eyes, usually linked to fluid retention beneath the skin. Undereye bags are very common, especially as people get older, and they can have a range of causes, from sun exposure to lack of sleep. It's also worth noting that bags under eyes aren't dangerous or painful, but that...
What Are Skin Undertones and Why Do They Matter? To get the best looks and effects from your makeup, you need to choose the products you use with care, so make sure to select the right foundation, lipstick, and so on to match your skin. Still, many people make the mistake of focusing only on their skin's tone, failing to understand the importance of...
Top Summer Makeup Trends 2021 One of the best aspects of the beauty world is how it's always evolving. We constantly see new trends come and go over time, and every year brings fresh ideas, inspiring looks, and new styles to adapt and enjoy in your own ways. 2021 will be no different. We saw some interesting trends emerge in 2020, with the continued...
The Right Way to Remove Eye Makeup When it comes to makeup, the eyes tend to get a lot of attention. Even people who prefer a more natural look and don't use too many products still tend to rely on eye makeup essentials each day and spend a long time working with mascara, eyeshadows, and liner to get the right look. However, while you...
Top Tips for Applying Makeup to Hooded Eyes Many people make use of eye makeup every single day. Eye essentials like mascara, eyeshadow, and liner can play a huge part in helping you look your best, giving your eyes definition, volume, and style. However, it's important to note that there are many different types of eyes out there, and the right way to apply...
Finding Your Right Shade of Lipstick Lipstick is one of the most popular and essential items in any makeup collection. It can give your lips color, life, and definition, adding a little glam and spark for special nights or simply finishing off your daily look in the perfect way. However, there are so many different lipstick shades out there, people often find themselves asking questions...
As well as having the right type of makeup to suit your skin and help you get the look you want, you also need to have the right set of makeup brushes. With the right brushes by your side, applying makeup becomes so much easier and more convenient, but there are quite a few types of makeup brushes out there, and many people aren't...
How to Apply Eyebrow Gel (The Right Way) The eyebrows are one of the most important parts of the face. They help provide definition and structure, frame the eyes, draw attention to your best facial features, and finish off your favorite makeup looks, so you have to treat them with the care and love they deserve. Knowing how to apply eyebrow gel is a...
Makeup trends are always changing; a look can be the height of fashion one day and appear outdated or passé the next. This is part of the fun of the fashion world, but it can also be a subject of concern for many people who want to keep up with current fashions and worry about their look no longer fitting in with the rest....
Looking after your skin is essential for both health and beauty reasons. The skin is a living, breathing organ, after all, and it gets exposed to all kinds of elements, pollutants, and dangers each day. The least we can do is look after it correctly, and exfoliation is often recommended as one of the most essential parts of any skincare routine. WHAT DOES EXFOLIATION...
How to Build a Skincare Routine Your skin goes through a lot. Every single day, it can be exposed to changing temperatures, unpredictable weather conditions, pollutants and impurities in the air, and so much more. Therefore, it's only logical that we should shower our skin with lots of love and care to keep it happy, healthy, and clean. Having a skincare routine is absolutely...
Contouring is an increasingly popular makeup technique, used to bring definition and structure to the face by highlighting certain areas and enhancing certain shadows. It can have amazing results when performed correctly, totally transforming and enhancing your look for special occasions or day-to-day life. But, like with any makeup technique, preparation is key when it comes to contouring, and it's essential to have the...
As its name implies, foundation is the base layer for the rest of your makeup; it's the initial starting point for any cosmetic routine, and it doesn't need to stand out or sparkle in any way. In fact, the best foundation looks completely natural. Foundation is designed to cover up imperfections and even out your complexion, providing a balanced canvas onto which you can...
The world of beauty products and makeup is always evolving, with new products coming out all the time. From lipsticks to bronzers, you've got a lot of options to choose from, and even when it comes to foundations, you can opt between liquid and powder types, but which one is best? When it comes to powder foundation vs. liquid foundation, it seems that everyone...
When preparing for any trip, it's always important to ensure you pack all the items you might need. A cosmetics bag filled with toiletries and makeup products is an absolute must. This guide will cover all the essentials for your cosmetics travel bag, along with a few top tips to help your journey flow smoothly! HOW TO TRAVEL LIGHT WITH MAKEUP If you're traveling...
WHAT IS CONTOURING? Contouring is one of the most popular and talked-about makeup techniques of modern times, and with good reason! When carried out properly, contour makeup can have beautiful effects, totally transforming your look. But what exactly is it? Well, contour makeup itself can consist of powders, creams, and liquids too. They usually have neutral, skin-tone colors, but can have more unique shades...
Wouldn’t you love to be able to wear whatever you want with confidence? Many of us have retired our favorite skirts, dresses, and shorts in favor of pants that hide veins and blemishes, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Varicose veins might have emerged with age, but beauty knows no age limits. Westmore Beauty’s Body Coverage Perfector gives women the opportunity to...
The winged eyeliner craze is a makeup trend that’s stuck around since its advent in the ’60s. Creating a bold, beautiful, wide-open look, the cat’s eye is a mainstay in many women’s everyday makeup routine. But for as sharp and sultry as the winged liner trend might be, the process of achieving it can often feel clumsy and ungraceful. It’s true - creating the...
A Complete Guide to Mascara and Which One is Right for You Lash Lengthening Mascara Thickening/Volumizing Mascara Curling Mascara Waterproof & Smudge-Proof Mascara Non-Clumping Mascara Lash Defining Mascara Your eyes tell a story. And the right mascara says a lot. Before you buy that next mascara, think about the look you want. There are six main types of mascara formulated to achieve specific eye-popping...