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How To: Cover dark eye circle with makeup

To cover up those dark eye circles invest in a good concealer that is lightweight and of premium texture. You will want to look for a shade that is peachy or pink in tone. Take some of the concealer and dot it onto the dark line only and then blend it in with your finger. Most people also have a red patch at the outer corner of the eye. Covering this with concealer will give the eyes an immediate lift. Applying some concealer is much better than applying a lot of makeup.

How To: Apply smokey smoldering eye makeup

MJ shows how to do a "sexy smoky sultry eye" through steps and techniques on how to apply different layers of makeup. This video is helpful for anyone looking for new and fresh ways to apply makeup in a creative manner. The steps in this video are thorough and clearly demonstrated. Besides advice on the makeup techniques, MJ also gives tips on color choice and other things. If you pay attention and follow MJ's steps you will have "sexy smoky smoldering" eyes and maybe even a new video channel...

How To: Take off 10 years with makeup

Using the improper types and colors of makeup may in fact add years to your appearance rather than take them off. This video shows some simple tips to reduce signs of aging in less than ten minutes. For example, rather than using shimmery eyeshadow, which can in fact enhance wrinkles and fine lines, use a matte colored eyeshadow in order to blend the lines in your face. Using light, non-heavy lip liner and moisturizing lip gloss will make your lips look fuller, giving you a more youthful appe...

How To: Apply smokey blue eye makeup with a dash of glitter

This video shows you how to get a New Year’s Eve look that is very fun, flirty, but simple using glitter. For a base use two face eye shadow insurance all over. Take a blue and put it onto the lid up and away. For the bottom use a dark blue and with a small brush smudge it across the bottom of the eye. Use Aqua Black and with an angle brush apply it as a liner. Use MAC glitter liner and put it on the inner corner of the eye. With a clean q-tip take a silver glitter and dotting it into the gli...

How To: Apply liquid eyeliner

Liquid eyeliner, which can add a darker emphasis to your eyes, can be very successful and more defining if done properly. In this tutorial, we are shown how to properly apply liquid eyeliner. Pulling down on your eyelids, you should apply a line to the edge of your eyelid, making sure that the line is straight. If you cannot seem to make the line straight in one continuous motion, simply make a bunch of dashed lines and then connect them together. Use mascara to cover up any inconsistencies i...

How To: Get a elegant natural smoky eye look

This tutorial is a great one to watch if you are looking for an elegant but still natural smoky eye look. Start off by taking the eye shadow Grey Stone and applying it all over the lid. Then take the MAC eye shadow called Omega right over the crease, rounding it off at the end. Use the MAC Charcoal Brown eye shadow right on the outer corner of the eye. Then put the NYX dark brown eye shadow on the outer corner, as well brushing it into the outer bottom of the eye. The next step is to take a s...

How To: Apply geisha style makeup

The step-by-step process to create the geisha look using makeup brought to you by MJ. Using a variety of makeup brushes including blending brushes and makeup including a white base this makeup style is blended together to create an exotic look. Definitely something you would be able to complete yourself with the help of the makeup tutorial that illustrates each step and makeup needed to complete this look. The final look can be complemented with clothing, hairstyle, and accessories.

How To: Use hot chocolate as a bronzer

In this interesting video, Michelle shows chocolate lovers how to use hot chocolate as a bronzer. Using a normal package of hot chocolate and a good makeup brush that is not too dense, gently apply the chocolate to your face, making sure to layer the chocolate. You should smile while applying the chocolate with the brush. This will give you good, kissable cheeks and your boyfriend will no longer complain about your makeup smelling like chemicals. This is a simple, effective, and cheap alterna...

How To: Apply a cosplay-inspired gothic lace makeup look

For all you cosplay-loving goths out there, here is a makeup tutorial hosted by Internet-cosplay sensation Adora BatBrat... showing you once more, how to apply a gothic makeup look! In this tutorial, Adora shows how to apply a gothic lace look by using a real piece of lace as a stencil across her face. Watch & learn how to get this creative make-up look!

How To: Create a 40's glam Hollywood look

Ever had your grandmother or grandfather say they miss the better days? Well if you follow the steps on this video you will see why and the reason why the 1940's and 1950's were years for glam. Drawing from inspiration from Drew Barrymore's character in Grey Gardens, you can achieve that truly glamorous looks that the mid 20th century woman personified. Don't think that just any makeup and eyeliner will do, closely follow the onscreen guide. Just follow the on screen guide and you will look f...

How To: Create a Lil' Kim inspired makeup look

This tutorial is about how to create a Lil' Kim inspired makeup look. The first thing to do is to get a foundation that is three to five times lighter than your own skin color. Next for the contour use a creamy dark brown for the cheeks and nose. Use NYX Jumbo Pencil Milk over your whole eye. Take a gold and cover the lid with it. Use a black to smoke it out on the outer corners. Use an ice gold color as a highlight under the eyebrows. Use a black eyebrow pencil to define the eyebrows. For th...

How To: Create a seductive Valentine's Day eye makeup look

This video will show its viewers how to get nice seductive eyes for the Valentine Day. The video will show step by step, the use of different colors and different brushes in addition to the brand and line of makeup to be used, including the use of colors on different parts of the eye lids. The video also explains the effects of colors and brushes on your eyes. For example some brushes give you more of a smoky or concentrated look. It also shows how to highlight your eyes with the use of other...

How To: Find your skin undertone

Starting by looking at your wrists if you look at the colors of the veins you can start to see what kind of undertones you have. If you have blue veins then it would be more cool, green veins would be warmer, and if you see both then you are more likely to be neutral. The next way to check is by holding a white piece of paper up to your skin so you can see in a mirror based on what color the paper looks like, is it reflecting? One of the final tips is whether you look better wearing gold or i...

How To: Create a black and brown smokey eye makeup look

This is a makeup tutorial for black and brown smoky eye makeup. It is a look popularized by stars like Kim Kardashian. The artist lets you watch as she creates the look on herself. Instructions are provided in the video's captions. She tells you which brands she uses, as well as the colors. The artist explains the entire process. She goes over lining the eye, applying shadow, shading colors together to create the "smoky" look, lining the eye once more, and applying mascara.

How To: Contour and highlight your face

This how-to video describes how to properly contour your face. The process begins by applying a moisturizer followed by foundation, eyeshadow, color and powder. The end result is a perfectly contoured face that puts focus on the elegant features of the face. The entire process takes about 7 minuets to complete and is perfect for girls who want to achieve a modern and modest look that exemplifies their natural features. This is a great way to look great in a small amount of time.

How To: Create a blue & gold cut crease eye makeup look

This tutorial teaches you how to create a blue and gold cut crease makeup look. Use MAC's uppity fluid base on the lid and inner corner. For the lid, use Shock Tart and put it all over. For the inner corners use Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics called Oric. Blend it into the lid color. Now take MAC's technical color in Auto Day Blue from the outer corner going through the crease. With a small smudge brush, use a dark blue color to cut the crease. Blend the blue out towards the eyebrow making it...

How To: Everyday makeup for oily combination skin

In this video, Anna Saccone gives an updated makeup routine for people who have oily skin. First, you should apply foundation onto your skin and blend it into your skin well. Concealer comes next, applying it underneath your eyes and along your brow line, using your ring fingers in order to spread it out. Other things to apply on your face for a basic everyday makeup routine include blush, eyeliner, eyeshadow, and lipstick, all of which you can learn to apply effectively and quickly after wat...

How To: Apply zebra print with hot pink eye makeup

Creating a unique zebra print eye makeup design. Using a few different products such as a white base, liquid black liner, and hot pink eyeshadow you can create this effect. Video is complete with step by step pictures as well as finished photos. The color of the eyeshadow can be changed to match an outfit and create versatility. Watching this video allows you to create a very different style and look with the versatility to customize it to any particular outfit you are wearing.

How To: Apply a silver glitter French manicure for parties

This video shows the viewer how to apply a silver glitter French manicure, a great party look. The creator suggests doing this by first covering the top third of the nails with clear nail varnish. She then dips the still wet nail into a tub of cheap glitter, standard glitter purchase from a local craft store. The using a fan brush she removes the excess glitter. To finish the look she applies a layer of transparent topcoat. This step is essential as it stops the glitter from falling off and g...

How To: Apply porcelin theatre clown makeup

This tutorial is great if you want to apply porcelain theatre clown makeup. First white out your face and then with colored eye liner, trace out where you want the color to go. Apply a blue colored base on the lid and blend it just above the crease. The video uses a red Mufe flash color and applied it over the blue bringing the color onto the side of the nose. Using Nyx jumbo eye pencil in Black Sheep being filling in the remaining space on the brow. Using shimmery blue, a matte red, and a ma...

How To: Create fuller lips in 60 seconds or less

With the proper techniques you can have fuller-looking lips. Start by using a flesh-tone pencil to outline your lip line. This adds volume to thin lips. Then fill in your lips with the same flesh colored pencil. This helps your lipstick stay put all day long. Apply two coats of your favorite moisturizing lip stick. Dot your lower lip with clear lip gloss and press your lips together to blot the gloss. Gloss lips look plumper than lips with just lipstick applied.

How To: Apply makeup for hooded eyes

Learn how to apply makeup for hooded eyes. First apply a light base to the eyes. Use a light shimmery color to the lid using a flat brush. Add a medium to darker color on the crease. Use the darkest color above the crease and blend in well. Small circle motions work best in blending the colors. Use a color close to your skin tone to blend in the area from the tear duct to the eyebrow. line the upper lash line with a silver liner to bring attention. Using a pencil brush, smudge darker color on...

HowTo: Get Lady Gaga's Anime Eyes

WonderHowTo's favorite Michelle Phan has posted another Lady Gaga makeup tutorial (see Poker Face). This time Michelle artfully demonstrates how to achieve the anime eye makeup look Lady Gaga donned in Bad Romance.