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About ten years ago, I would have been writing this blog on the best books for learning all about makeup and makeup application. Now with YouTube, we can watch videos about makeup, and watch actual demonstrations on the application of makeup for every age and skin type. But with all the hundreds of videos out there on the subject, how do we decide which video(s) are more suitable for us? Well, I have tried to narrow it down to the Youtube channels that are the easiest to understand and follow:

YOUTUBE MAKEUP TUTORIAL VIDEOS

1. THE MAKEUP CHAIR – The YouTuber who hosts this channel is Sinead Cady from Ireland; one of Ireland’s most subscribed Beauty YouTuber.  Sinead is a professional make-up artist who started creating beauty vlogs on YouTube in 2010.  This YouTube vlogger gives an introduction to makeup application and specific tutorials such as, “The Birthday Look” and the “Lazy Holiday Makeup Look.”  And with over 45 million views on YouTube, how could you go wrong? You can catch her videos at the following address: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheMakeupChair.

2. KATHLEEN LIGHTS – Since starting her first YouTube channel ‘Kathleen Lights,’ this beauty guru has gained more than 3.7 million subscribers.  She provides simple and easy tips for doing makeup at home.  Her popular videos paved the way for collaborations with cosmetic companies like ‘Colorpop,’ ‘Ofra Cosmetics,’ and ‘Morphe Brushes.’  Kathleen has videos regarding her latest makeup purchases, how to apply magnetic eyelashes and achieving a romantic look for a special date. She is light hearted and easy to follow. She does not seem to focus on only high-end cosmetics, but rather makeup which can fit anyone’s budget. You can follow Kathleen Lights at the following address:  https://www.youtube.com/user/KathleenLights/.

3. MAKEUPBYTIFFANYD – Tiffany D is an Atlanta-based teacher, self-taught makeup artist and beauty product junkie.  And her blog reflects this. She has videos covering items such as make-up, hair styling products and her latest handbag purchase. So her motto of, “One Girl’s Thoughts On All Things Beauty,” is very fitting. Not to mention the fact that over 950,000 viewers cannot be wrong.  If you’re new to makeup, or just not one to go wild, she’ll teach you how to make a terrific impression all the while remaining true to yourself.  You can follow MakeUpByTiffanyD at the following  address: https://www.youtube.com/user/MakeupByTiffanyD.

4.  PATRICK STARR – If you love being entertained while learning beauty techniques such as winged eyeliner, then Patrick Starr’s vlog is for you. What makes Patrick Starr so captivating is his potpourri of makeup transformations which range from the very simple all the way to mind blowing.  With a little over 3 million subscribers, Patrick Starr has taught the power of makeup in several easy steps. To follow Patrick go to his vlog at: https://www.youtube.com/user/theepatrickstarrr/featured.

So check out the above vloggers when you have a chance.  You will be entertained and learn a little something new.

Highlighters. It is makeup used on your face which attracts light. Thus, creating the illusion of brightness and height, and giving that lit-from-within look. But how do you choose the right highlighter for you? Well, I like to go by the gold jewelry versus silver jewelry test. If you look better in gold jewelry than silver jewelry, I would choose a warm gold tone. If you look better in silver jewelry, I would choose a pale pink tone. But you can always side on the error of caution and choose a warm pink, which usually looks pretty decent on everyone.

For a light, ever so subtle sheen and glow, you really can’t go wrong with liquid highlighter. It gives a more fresh and dewy look. I came across a wonderful highlighter on Etsy called Shimmer Drops made by MBA Cosmetics. I got my highlighter in the color Luminous, which is a warm pink color. But if you are not into warm pink, MBA Cosmetics makes nine other colors you might find more attractive. The highlighter comes in a neat applicator tube which lets you drop just the right amount of liquid.

Highlighter can make you more youthful when applied in the right areas. To make your cheekbones look higher, use highlighter on the top just off to the side underneath your eye area. Be sure to keep very shimmery highlighter on the cheek at least a finger’s width away from your eyes however. If it is too close, it may settle into any fine lines and may accentuating the fine lines.

For bigger and brighter eyes, apply it around your tear duct or dotted onto the center of your eyelids.

To get an instant brow lift, dab highlighter under the arch of your eyebrows. If you want to fake the appearance of a slimmer nose, swipe it down the center of the bridge. If you want to make your lips look poutier, place the highlighter in the bow of your lip.

So that is how to get a little shimmer in your shake. If you are interested in the MBA Cosmetics highlighter (which is a GREAT liquid highlighter) it retails for $10.00 for .49oz. You may purchase the highlighter at www.mbacosmetics.com.

 

It has been around for at least 150 years; Petroleum Jelly. Since that time, uses for the product have developed for something other than dry skin and diaper rash. I have been using it for sometime now with my beauty products and regimen. Here are a few ways that I have found to use Petroleum Jelly:

1. REMOVAL OF MAKEUP STAINS:  It has happened to all of us, getting foundation on our shirt or pillow case. Well here is a simple and fast way to get rid of that stain. Take a damp rag and some Petroleum Jelly, and blot away the stain. It may take a couple of tries, but should come out.

2. CREAMY EYESHADOW AND BLUSH:  You can easily take loose eyeshadow, blush or highlighter powders and turn them into cream just by mixing these powders with a little bit of Petroleum Jelly. The result is beautiful, dewy makeup.

3. EASILY REMOVE FALSE EYELASHES:  Wearing false eyelashes can totally complete your look for an evening out. But the removal of these false eyelashes can be a real pain; almost as if you are removing your real lashes. But if you place some Petroleum Jelly on your false lashes, it will be easier to remove them.

4. TAME THOSE UNRULY BROWS:   You don’t need to go out and purchase brow gel to tame your unruly brows. Try smoothing Petroleum Jelly on your brows. It is fast, quick and cheap!

5.  FAST & EASY LIP SCRUB:  Suffering from flaky skin on your lips? Spread some Petroleum Jelly onto your lips. Take a clean, soft toothbrush and gently brush your lips to remove the flaky skin. This will help keep your lips soft and smooth.

So here are a few ways to keep up your beauty routine with Petroleum Jelly. You can purchase this product from your local dollar store. Do you have any unique ways to use Petroleum Jelly?