Hot Makeup How-Tos

How To: Use bronzer to get a sunkissed glow

Makeup artist Daniel Sandler shows how to use bronzer to get a natural-looking sunkissed glow. While tanning can be unhealthy, and impossible for the fairest skinned, a warm glow can be very flattering and faked without sun-induced skin damage. Watch this video makeup lesson and learn how to use bronzer to get a nice tan glow. Use bronzer to get a sunkissed glow.

How To: Apply a quick and easy school full face makeup look

While a lot of makeup how-to video creators stick to the high end cosmetics, Christine makes looks with brands across price points, from drug store to Dior. For this look, she created a prety and simple style to wear daily. Give this video makeup lesson a go and learn how to duplicate this fresh easy school makeup look.

How To: Apply a Kim Kardashian inspired makeup look

Ever seen a (quasi) celebrity makeup look, on someone like Kim Kardashian, and wanted to duplicate it yourself? You don't need to be a professional makeup artist, just check out this video lesson. Follow along with the steps in this how-to video, as the demonstrator shows the tricks, techniques, tools, and supplies for achieving that red carpet look. Watch and learn how to apply makeup inspired by a look seen on Kim Kardashian.

How To: Apply a T-Boz inspired eye makeup look

The high drama in TLC's "No Scrubs" video is the basis for the look in this how-to video. The demonstrator uses a lot of MAC, Coastal Scents, and Ben Nye cosmetics, but similar colors and textures will work just as well. Check out this video makeup lesson and learn how to replicate this black, silver, gray, and white eye makeup look inspired by T-Boz from TLC.

How To: Apply a MAC Barbie eye makeup look

MAC fans are excited about the Barbie loves MAC collection, so naturally how-to videos abound with ways to use the products. The demonstrator uses a lot of MAC cosmetics (obviously) overall, but similar colors and textures will work just as well. Check out this video makeup lesson and learn how to replicate this MAC Barbie inspired look look.

How To: Apply a Lisa Left Eye inspired eye makeup look

The high drama in TLC's "No Scrubs" video is the basis for the look in this how-to video. The demonstrator uses a lot of MAC, NYX, and even Cover Girl cosmetics, but similar colors and textures will work just as well. Check out this video makeup lesson and learn how to replicate this black, silver, gray, and white eye makeup look inspired by Lisa Left Eye from TLC.

How To: Blend eyeshadow properly

So many makeup how-to videos will just tell you to blend the shadows, but what does that even mean? Fortunately, there is finally an explanation to this somewhat ambiguous makeup technique. You'll need some brushes and a bit of practice. Follow along with the instructions in this video makeup tutorial and learn how to blend eyeshadow. It'll get you one step closer to creating those really elaborate looks.

How To: Apply eyeliner with a brush

Makeup tools can be tricky to use, but this how-to video clarifies the process of lining eyes with a brush and shadow liner, which will really help define the eye. Instead of buying traditional liner brushes, this technique suggests paintbrushes, that are cheaply bought at any arts and crafts store. Follow along with the steps in this video makeup lesson and learn how to apply eyeliner with a brush.

How To: Apply a MAC bridal makeup look

This how-to video from makeup master Judy demonstrates a pretty bridal look inspired by Carried Underwood. She used mostly MAC cosmetics, specifically URBAN DECAY primer potion, MAC "girl friendly" paint pot, MAC "shore leave" E/S, MAC "cork" E/S, MAC "handwritten" E/S, MAC "rice paper" E/S, LOREAL intense liner, REVLON "frilly white" colorstay pencil eyeliner, RIMMEL waterproof mascara, FACEFRONT COSMETICS survival paint primer, MAC "handwritten" E/S, BEAUTIQUE "natural" lip liner, MAC "2N" ...

How To: Apply an electric neon colored eye makeup look

Petrilude demonstrates in this makeup how-to video a look using neon and glitter. He used MAC pigments and cosmetics, but similar colors and formulas will create comparable results. Follow along with the steps in this video makeup lesson and learn how to create an electric and colorful eye makeup look.

How To: Create a fall eye makeup look using Heavenly Naturals

Celebrate the change of the season with this fall inspired eye look using Heavenly Naturals Cosmetics Fall Collection. You will need Heavenly Naturals eyeshadow in Romantic Notion and Sleeping Beauty on the lid, Heavenly Naturals eyeshadow in Furious in the crease, Heavenly Naturals Cherub as highlight, MAC Coffee Kohl liner smudged on upper lashline and in waterline, Blushin 11 on cheeks, and MAC Pro Long Wear in Brown Boss on lips. Watch this how to video and you will be able to create a fe...

How To: Create a Tinkerbell inspired eye makeup look

Do you believe in fairies? Well, even if you don't you can look like Disney's most popular fairy, Tinkerbell. Learn how to create a Tinkerbell inspired makeup look with this tutorial. You will need Urban Decay Primer Potion as eyeshadow base, MAC Cream Color Base: Luna shadow base to help color stick and stay vibrant, Urban Decay Deluxe Shadow: Graffiti on lid, MAC Mineralized Duo: Fresh Green Mix in crease, Cuberry Shadow: Caribbean Soul in outer crease, MAC Eyeliner Mixing Medium patted on ...

How To: Create a Aquarius inspired eye makeup look

Learn how to apply makeup for an Aquarius inspired eye makeup look with this tutorial. You will need the following cosmetics: Urban Decay Primer Potion, MAC Cream Color Base: Nude, Makeup Forever Shadow #83, Ben Nye Shadows: Cosmic Blue, Jade, Chartreuse, MAC Glitter in Reflects Transparent Teal, Urban Decay Liquid Liner in Perversion, MAC Mascara in X, Mac Kohl Power Eyeliner in Feline, MAC Lipstick in Lollipop Loving, MAC Dazzleglass in Funtabulous, and MAC Glitter in Reflects Transparent T...

How To: Apply a royal blue smoky eye makeup look

Any color, like royal blue in this how-to video, can beautifully create a smoky eye look. Use these cosmetics to create this look: Revlon Colorstay SPF 6 foundation (oily/combo) in Golden Beige, Physician's Formula Bronze Gems bronzer, Estee Lauder blush in "Fresh Plum," Too Faced Shadow Insurance, Revlon Illuminance Creme shadow in "Twilight," Covergirl "Tropical Fusion" quad, Too Faced "Smokey Eye" shadow collection, Covergirl shadow in "Champagne," Almay black eyeliner, L'oreal Double Exte...

How To: Spot & deep clean makeup brushes

Without washing your makeup brushes, you're just spreading dirt and bacteria, aggravating your skin, and causing makeup to look worse than it should. This how-to video offers some tips for getting those brushes clean. Good brushes are very sensitive, so they require special handling. Learn how to clean makeup brushes by watching this video makeup lesson.

How To: Apply a Cinderella Disney princess inspired eye look

This Cinderella inspired look consists of a soft wash of blue and a strong winged black liner. The cosmetics used for this look are Coastal Scents sparkle eye liner- light blue, AC pigment in Mutiny, Coastal Scents 88 Palette, Fyrinae Pure sugar for inner corner highlight, Urban Decay liquid liner: perversion, MAC #3 lash, mac bare slimshine, and mac Little VI lustreglass. Learn how to apply a Disney's Cinderella inspired princess look by watching this video makeup lesson.

How To: Apply eye makeup for dark brown, black, or Asian eyes

The silvers, cranberry, and chocolate brown in this how-to video combine to really make dark brown, black, and Asian eyes really pop. Follow along with the step-by-step instructions for creating this look, as the demonstrator walks through the technique and application of this eyeshadow style. Learn how to apply eye makeup for dark brown, black, or Asian eyes by watching this video makeup lesson.

How To: Apply a 50s cat eye makeup look

The eyes have it: 50s-style glamour returns with this how-to video from Elle magazine. You will need black cream or powder shadow, black pencil, black liquid liner, and black mascara. Watch this video makeup tutorial and learn how to create a retro 50s winged cat-eye look.

How To: Apply a jewel tone goddess makeup look

Get inspired by this season's jewel colors shown on the runway with this how-to video from Elle magazine. Jewel tones and shimmer will really make features pop. Watch this video makeup application tutorial and learn how to create a jewel tone goddess makeup look.

How To: Apply a pinup girl style makeup look

Pin-up girl makeup, like in this how-to, is retro, sexy, and more classy than tarty. Use Laura Geller - Spakle, Smashbox - HD Illuminating primer, Make Up Forever - Matte Velvet Foundation #25, Lancome - Shimmer Coral Blush, Make Up Forever - HD Powder, Stila - Shadow in Starlight, Urban Decay Primer Potion, Stila - Shadow in Starlight, UD Skull Pallet - Twice Baked, Bare Essentials - Soul Pigment (highlight), MAC - Fluid Line in Blacktrack, Fresh - Supernova Mascara, Cargo - Texas Lash Masca...

How To: Apply an eye color popping makeup look

The makeup look in this how-to video is guaranteed to make any eye color POP! These cosmetics are used: MAC shadestick- beige ing, NYX eye shadow spring leaf, MAC pigment - old gold, GOSH eye liner -Girl power, STILA convertible eye colour - onyx, and MAC plushlash mascara black. Learn how to make your eye color pop by watching this video makeup lesson.

How To: Apply fairy or princess makeup for Halloween

This video makeup lesson demonstrates a Halloween look for fairy or princess inspired makeup. This look was achieved with the following cosmetic products Bare Minerals foundation, Ben Nye e/s in: Ice, Cosmic Violet, Amethyst, Cosmic Blue, MAC Blue Flame e/s, Revlon Colorstay liquid eyeliner, false lashes, rhinestones & glitter from the craft store, Ben Nye Glitter Glue, Duo glue, Ben Nye Neutral Set powder, Nars Desire blush, Rimmel Indian Pink lipliner, MAC Bombshell lipstick, and NYX Salsa ...

How To: Apply a Miley Cyrus inspired makeup look

This is a how to get Miley Cyrus makeup look video tutorial. The eye makeup uses 3 different shades of green, black eyeliner, and mascara, and the lips are kept neutral with a gloss. Watch this video makeup lesson and learn how to replicate this makeup, inspired by Miley Cyrus.

How To: Apply a soft pink eye makeup look with MAC cosmetics

For Breast Cancer Awareness month, the look in this how-to video helps you remember with a lots of pink. Use the following cosmetics to create this look: Shiseido Dual Balancing Foundation, Bare Escentuals Mineral Foundation, MAC Emote Blush, MAC Pleasantry Blush, MAC Cream Color Base in "Pearl," Bourjois Liquid e/s in "Rose Electron," Urban Decay Scratch e/s, Urban Decay Flash e/s, MAC Gesso e/s, MAC Blacktrack Fluidline, Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliner in "Zero," Shu Uemura Lash Curler, Bourjois ...

How To: Apply a Halloween peacock feather MAC eye makeup look

Not all Halloween costumes have to be grotesque. This look is a pretty, nature inspired peacock feather eye, that can even be worn in a non-costume way. To create this look, use these MAC cosmetic products Studio Fix Fluid Foundation, BE Mineral Foundation, Mineralize Skinfinish Duo in "Medium Dark," NYX Pinky Blush, Bobbi Brown Shimmerbrick in "Gold," Blackground Paintpot, Mutiny Pigment, Teal Pigment, Black Tied e/s, Woodwinked e/s, Blacktrack Fluidline, Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliner in "Zero,"...

How To: Clean a makeup bag

In this how-to video, professional makeup artist Gary Cockerill shows how to take care of your makeup and keep a clean makeup bag. While most women know the importance of using the right makeup and the right tools, many will overlook basic hygiene which can be self-defeating for the cosmetic purpose. Check out this video makeup tutorial and learn how to clean a makeup bag and improve skills and techniques. Clean a makeup bag.

How To: Change your makeup and hair style from summer to fall

The look you sport in the summer usually doesn't work for the fall. In this tutorial you will learn how to transition your hair and makeup for the darker fall fashions. All you need is a taupe eyeshadow, a darker brown concealer, mascara and a red lipstick. This look can be done in less than 10 minutes. Watch this how to video and you will be able to get this great look for the fall.

How To: Do a Leona Lewis "Bleeding Love" inspired makeup look

Learn how to do a Leona Lewis inspired makeup look with this video tutorial. The look is from the Bleeding Love music video and it is more of a "day time version" of the look. The look involves an all over foundation with bronzer dusted on top. A highlighting powder is brush on the top of the apples of the cheeks. A pinkish shimmery blush has been applied on the apples of the cheek and then and bronze blush is blended in from the apple, along the cheekbone, right into the hairline. 4 differen...

How To: Blow dry natural hair

Here's how to blow dry your hair an keep a natural wave. If you don't color treat or straighten your hair, you should you these helpul tips to blow dry your hair without changing it too much and without damaging your hair. You need to use a protective spray and an anti-frizz agent on your wavy hair.

How To: Apply a green eye makeup look with MAC makeup

Green eye makeup, as shown in this how-to video, is very complimentary to brown eyes. The cosmetics used to create this look are MAC Liner - Teddy, MAC EyeShadows - Juxt, Humid, Juiced, Milani Liner - Golden Eye, NYX EyeShadow - Sahara, Urban Decay EyeShadows - Graffiti, Shag, Maybelline Define-A-Lash (pink bottle) - Very black, Max Factor 2000 Calorie - Black, MAC - Feeling beauty powder, Revlon Colorstay liquid - Caramel, Posner Coverstick - light/med, Revlon Colorstay Concealer - Deep, Mac...

How To: Create a metallic neutrals look for dark skin

Watch this instructional cosmetics video to create a metallic makeup look for dark skin. This look is all about the skin. African American women look dazzling and romantic with this metallic look. Use shimmering eye shadows that can range from gold to peach to silvery charcoal. Where this makeup out to club or on a hot date.

How To: Create a SOHO chic makeup look for dark skin

Watch this instructional cosmetics video to create a casual chic makeup look for darker skin. This look is flattering in almost any setting. Use an orangy pink mango eye shadow and work back into with dark shades. This way you can where less makeup for summer days in the city. You need false eyelashes. Top it off with a brown lip gloss combination.

How To: Create a bohemian blue makeup look for dark skin

Watch this instructional cosmetics video to create a colorful blue eye shadow makeup look for darker skin. You will need several shades of blue eye shadow and a light cream colored eyeliner. This is a great morning look or for walks on a sunny beach. This bohemian blue look is has a punchy, jazzy effect that looks especially flattering on women of color.