Flaws begone...Part II

How to makeup close set eyes By emphasizing the outer corners of the eyes, these will look further apart. Use lighter shades of eye shadow in the inner third of the eyes, from lash line to crease � mid-toned shades in the middle and darker shades in the outer corner. Blend colors together and use highlighter on the brow bone and inner corner of the eyes. Mark upper and lower lash line, concentrating color in the outer corners. Finish the look by applying mascara with an extra coat in the outer corners.

Makeup for down turned eyes, also known as bedroom eyes The best way to correct downturned eyes is to first apply concealer at a 45-degree angle at the outer corner of the eye. Apply eyeliner by using a thin line in the inner corner towards the nose and a slightly thicker line at the outer edge, lifting it slightly for an upwards finish.

Smudge liner carefully at the outer corner then apply a darker shade of eyeshadow into the crease. Finish the look by curling lashes and with plenty of mascara. How to make big nose appear smaller Create nose-shrinking shadow by shading your nose with foundation, bronzer, blush, or eyeshadow no more than one shade darker than your natural skin color. To make your nose appear thinner and more defined, use the darker shade along the side of your nose leaving a vertical strip down the center of your nose. To make your nose appear shorter, apply the darker shade under the nose and up over the tip. Also a thin line of highlighter down the center of your nose. This reflects the light and makes your nose appear smaller. To achieve a believable look, contour your nose gradually, applying small amounts of product at a time and blend well, without pressing the brush too hard.

How to make thick lips look thinner If you're blessed with full, thick kissies and want to make them appear thinner, stay away from dark, strong shades of lip color, glosses and glitters. Use neutral, matte lipstick that cuts down on shine. By using a lip brush, apply lipstick from the inside of your lips outwards, but don't go all the way to the lip line - blend outwards, keeping it darker on the inside.

How to plump up thin lips If you want your lips to appear more pouty, use a lip liner the same color as your lips to accentuate your "cupid's bow." Avoid taking the lip liner way into the corners or making a definite line. Smudge out the line for a more natural effect. Blot on your lipstick with your finger, starting at the center and pushing outwards.

Naomi Campbell's Fashion for Relief event in Mumbai

Supermodel, Naomi Campbell, and the Indian hotelier, Vikram Chatwal, joined forces to stage a major charity event in Mumbai to celebrate the opening of Lakme Fashion Week.

The gala fashion show, was held on March 28th to raise funds for Citizens For Justice and Peace (CJP) and the ongoing relief programs in the wake of the 26/11 Mumbai terrorist attacks, providing much needed emergency medical care and ambulances.

32 top Indian and International designers lent clothes for the star-studded cast of models to walk the runway in Indian-inspired outfits. The labels represented an A-to-Z roll-call of glamour including Anna Sui,

Dolce & Gabbana, Roberto Cavalli, Diane von Furstenberg, Carolina Herrera , Versace and Zac Posen, along with Rohit Bal, Ritu Kumar and Sabyasachi Mukherjee.

The designs were available to buy via a silent auction, and online on eBay with proceeds being used directly to support CJP’s initiatives, in tribute to the 26/11 victims

Naomi Campbell launched Fashion for Relief in 2005 to galvanize the fashion community to raise funds in times and places of need. Events have subsequently been held in New York and London. Ms Campbell wanted the event to send a message of solidarity and hope to the citizens of Mumbai.

Lakme fashion week, fall/winter 2009, finishes on Tuesday, 31st March, at the Hotel Grand Hyatt, Mumbai. For further information log on to http://www.lakmefashionweek.co.in

Flaws begone...Part I

The fact that women are never satisfied with the features they've got already became an axiom. Some resort to plastic surgery, some to corrective makeup. Find out how can you define your features and improve areas that you feel are flaws with the help of makeup. How to make big, prominent eyes appear smaller Big, prominent eyes tend to dominate the facial features; the best way to draw attention away from them is using dark eye shadows and eyeliner around the eyes. For a daytime makeup look, use a neutral eye shadow that's two tones darker then your skin tone � apply it on the entire mobile lid, slightly past the crease and blend. Line the lash line with a black or dark brown eyeliner and smudge carefully, so the line is not that harsh. Repeat on the lower lid and waterline. Finish the look with volumizing mascara. Try to avoid using mascaras that lengthen lashes.

For more dramatic makeup looks, smokey eyes are perfect for your eye shape. Opt for matte eye shadows instead of shimmery, glittery ones on the mobile lid � matte ones will help minimize the lids and make eyes appear smaller and deep set. Use lighter shimmery shadows as highlights � but sparingly - on the brow bone, right under the eyebrows.

How to make small eyes bigger and brighter The main idea would be to use bright colors around the eyes and never use dark eyeliner on the bottom lid, as this make them look smaller. Many makeup artists use white or beige eyeliner on the waterline � this is a must-have in your makeup kit if you're blessed with smaller eyes or great to open up the eyes when creating a smokey eye makeup with darker colors!

You can still use eyeliner on the entire top lash line and extend the line slightly at the corners of the eye.
Neutral eye shadows are your best friend; keep it simple, use only two shades at a time with just a hint of black for lining. This way, you'll make them look larger but still accentuate their shape.

Eyelashes are great for opening eyes and make them stand out more.
Curl lashes first, then apply mascara, concentrating in the middle and outer corners using upward strokes.
Also, pay attention to your eyebrows � if you have them thick and close together they will only make your eyes look smaller and closer. Try to tweeze them a little further out than you might normally, about an eye length if you can.

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Glasses and that perfect Look

Eyeglass market is blooming nowadays, we must admit that a pair of eyeglasses are as important as other fashion accessories. It is very important to choose the proper in size and style, however it is more important what lays behind those glasses, namely your eyes. There are cases when eyeglasses are indispensable due to medical reasons or other problems. Regular eyeglass wearers have to take into account that it's necessary to adapt to certain rules or rather principles when choosing the right makeup, especially eye makeup. Consequently you can't make a mistake if you follow the basic principles:

In the case of eyeglasses opting for the proper makeup is like accessorizing your clothes, the frame influences the palette of colors as well as the style. The keyword is balance. If you choose frameless glasses or light colored ones, you have green light to use vivid colors - of course that are appropriate for the occasion. Strong colors will emphasize the color of your eyes as well as their natural shape. Those who opted for a colorful frames, to surpass the effect of dullness, must sacrifice the vivid colors for muted, neutral shades - you don't want to top the effect of the frames. The frame is only one of the many points of consideration when opting for makeup - however not the most important. Due to the effect of eyeglasses on near-,as well as farsighted people, they have to take into consideration the tricks that would turn eyeglasses into their advantage.

Tips for nearsighted women In the case of nearsighted people, lenses make eyes appear to recede behind the frames, that's why they should opt for colors that will emphasize eyes - white, pink, or the different shades of brown. The eyeliner is essential in your makeup kit - experiment with cat eyes and bring out the 'wing' past the lash line. Also, using light, shimmery shadows in the inner corner will open up eyes making them look bigger.

Tip for farsighted women Eyes are magnified by the lenses and you may want to opt for matte, neutral or darker shadows on your eyelids. Use a slightly darker shade in the crease but do avoid bright or shimmery colors as they will only serve to amplify your eyes further. Make sure you blend colors very well, because any imperfection or flaw will be magnified as well.

Universal tricks Glasses cast a shadow under your eyes that make dark circles appear worse than they actually are, so use a light-reflecting concealer to hide them, then set with loose or pressed powder. Your best friend in dealing with your makeup is the mascara. However when using it you must take into consideration the rules presented before: nearsighted should use two coats of mascara in order to lengthen and voluminize, while farsighted women should take advantage of it in a limited degree.

Furthermore eyelash curlers spare your lashes from touching the lenses while you wear your glasses.

Eyebrows...My Specialty

Eyebrows - if groomed and shaped properly � can beautifully highlight eyes, the most dramatic and expressive facial feature. Before you start plucking or waxing your eyebrows, it is vital to choose the right shape for your features. Usually, the best eyebrow shape is your natural shape and don�t try to change them completely. You are born with the correct eyebrow shape for your face, so let it guide you. It is highly recommended to go to a cosmetician � at least for the first time � to get them done professionally and properly and ask for advice on how to how maintain them at home. After that, all you have to do is pluck the hair that grows.

Eyebrows should be as long as the eyes or just a little bit longer - to get the proper length you should take a pencil and hold it parallel to the side of your nose. Where the pencil meets the brow make a mark with white pencil and pluck hair from outside the mark. To find where eyebrows should end, take the pencil an hold it diagonally from the nostril following the outer corner of your eye, and mark the inside of the pencil. That is where the eyebrow should end. To make the brow slightly arched take the pencil and hold it parallel to the outside part of the iris. The part where the pencil meets the brow is where the highest point of your eyebrow should be.

Using these marks on both eyes will provide you a general guideline on how the shape of your eyebrow should be based on the shape of your face. Start tweezing the hair that are not inside your drawing, plucking them in the direction of growth. Once you finish plucking, cleanse the area with a toner, which will lessen the chance of a follicle becoming infected and leading to a pimple.

Makeup and the Gym

Women want to look at their best even while working out at the gym, however the idea of wearing makeup while working out always been controversial. There are several reasons why women go to the gym with or without makeup on. Makeup mixed with sweat attracts bacteria that clog pores and cause blemishes, blackheads and acne - but these problems ensue when the wrong type of makeup is used at the gym. If you don't want to go 'bare face' to the gym, here are some helpful tips to adopt the right routine to look good and feel confident while working out. Avoid your regular foundation and opt for tinted moisturizer or a self tanner. These will let your skin breathe, will give you a wash of color and you don�t have to worry about them running during your spinning class. Pure mineral makeup is another trick, because it won't clog your pores, it's oil-free, talc-free and waterproof, the best partner during a workout session. Waterproof mascara is a must-have if you want to avoid smudging and don't want to end up with embarrassing panda eyes at the end of your class. Also liquid or gel formulas are more gym-friendly than solid ones. Wearing lipstick during workout could be a sign that you're trying too hard - use rather a lip stain to accentuate your lips shape and look natural. Cleansing your face thoroughly after workout is vital � rinse with water to remove sweat and all traces of makeup to constrict the dilated capillaries that have expanded during exercise and follow by your regular moisturizer.