Author: Iskra Banović

Lip Color That Lasts If your makeup seems to fade before the day is through, melts away on hot and humid days or transfers to clothing, here are tips to make it longer lasting. Before you apply your makeup: Make sure that your face is cleansed and free of surface oil and dirt.Use makeup for your skin type.You can choose makeup with long-lasting formulas, but some long-wear foundations can be heavy and work and feel better in cooler months. In warmer weather lighten up on the makeup. The layering of too many products or heavy products can cause you to…

Here are two ways to help keep your face hydrated, soft, and glowing: Quench Hydrating Face Serum The Bottom Line This hydrating face serum contains a special complex to pull essential moisture in and lock it there for skin that feels like satin. Pros The serum delivers hydration to dry skin and locks moisture in skin cells.Good for normal to dry, mature and sensitive skin types.Helps protect against environmental damage and excessive UV exposure. Cons Expensive, but worth it. Description Manufacturer – Kate Somerville Skin CareSize: 1 ounceSuggested retail price: $75Described as a moisture-locking treatment that delivers a luminous glow.…

What is Hyperpigmentation and Why is it So Common in Darker Skin? The melanin in the skin of color provides a specific amount of protection of ultraviolet radiation from the sun and is partially responsible for skin that has fewer signs of premature aging because melanin works to reduce penetration of UV rays into the skin, protecting the cells and DNA. Unfortunately, melanin also provides a bit of a disadvantage. Skin of color is sensitive, easily irritated and more vulnerable to even the simplest of skin injuries and inflammation which can cause an overproduction of melanin and an irregular dispersion…

Why do makeup artists swear by these products? I remember when I was a child, whenever my father would paint the walls in our home, he’d first use a coat of primer. This would ensure that there was a smooth surface for the paint and that any color on the wall would not bleed through. That’s basically how makeup primer works—by covering imperfections from scars or lines and covering discolorations from blemishes or hyperpigmentation. Primer is worn under foundation and applied after the face has been cleansed and moisturized. While primer might be a non-essential step for some people, here…

Everything seems to have initials these days simply to get things said and done much faster (OMG). It has also become a good marketing tool for the cosmetics world with the trendy BB, CC, and now DD Creams, all-in-one products with multitasking ingredients and benefits. Just what do these creams do? One major attraction of the BB/CC and DD creams is the all-in-one quality. The creams prime the skin’s surface for makeup, moisturize and smooth out skin tone and skin texture, and provide SPF protection. Here’s a look at popular face creams and what they do. Top 10 Tips For…

If you have dry or severely dry skin, it can be a challenge to wear makeup, especially foundation, which can emphasize dry patches as well as fine lines. The wrong foundation will start caking, accentuate flaws and draw attention to flaking skin. How to Choose a Foundation for Dry Skin Look for liquid foundations that are cream (but not too thick) or oil-based. Some gel, mousse or water-based foundations can also work, depending on the formula. (See below for more about this). Avoid powder-based foundations, which emphasize dryness, especially absorbent powders and ingredients that are formulated to prevent shine and…

Skin Balancing Tips from Makeup Artist Aliesh Pierce Have you noticed that there are areas of your face that are darker or lighter than others? For some women, the inside of the face can be lighter, and for many of us, the areas that get more exposure to the sun can look darker. If this happens to you, you may have also noticed that when you use your normal foundation shades, it doesn’t adequately correct the discoloration. But there is a technique that, instead of correcting variations in skin tone, works with your skin’s multiple tones for balance and a…

Best Foundations Perfect For Every Day Skin is in, and it’s not changing anytime soon. For most of us, glowing and natural-looking skin is something we strive for on a daily basis. Whether it’s investing in amazing skincare, drinking tons of water, and eating our antioxidants, there are several ways to get those skin cells turning for as much radiance as possible. While there are many things we can do internally to make our skin glow, wearing the right texture foundation is super important because it covers just enough without being overpowering. With warm summer months ahead, there’s no need…

Achieve an Instant, Gorgeous Summer Glow If radiant, glowing skin is what you’re after this summer, look no further! Everyone needs a little dewy skin in their lives, and the summertime is the best time to experiment with highlighters to accentuate your features. A highlighter is widely utilized in makeup to give your skin that natural, dewy, glow and it best when applied to the cheekbones, under the brow, and in the cupid’s bow right above the lips to accentuate all the main areas. You can also use it on the neck and collarbone area to enhance your skin if…

Summer’s here, and with all the activities and travel plans, there’s so much to do and little time to do it. With the change in season comes the change in makeup, so it’s imperative to be prepared and also have easy ways to make sure you look your best. With hot weather elements on the rise, be sure to beat the heat with these super simple makeup tips that will have you looking fabulous and out the door in less than 10 minutes! Don’t Forget The Sunscreen! The most important thing of all during the summer (and all year round…

If you are a regular coffee drinker, you are definitely going to want to hear this news. It turns out that drinking coffee regularly can actually prevent skin aging. All you need to do to get the benefits of this scientific find is to keep doing what you are already doing – enjoying your coffee daily. What Is In Coffee That Can Keep Us Healthy? Coffee is rich in antioxidants specifically polyphenols. An antioxidant is a molecule that prevents another molecule from undergoing an oxidation process. This oxidation process produces free radicals which can then lead to disease in the…

Korean women are known for their long and elaborate, at least compared to American women, home skincare routines. Even if you don’t want to have a multiple-step home skincare routine, there is still plenty you can learn and enjoy from the world of Korean skincare. What’s So Special About Korean Skin Care Products? There are a few reasons why American women are looking to Korea for skincare products. First off, skincare and make-up innovations are coming from Korea. Since women and men in Korea are obsessed with their skin companies, have to keep up with demand and constantly innovate. This…