Makeup How-Tos
How To: Do makeup for film and television
Tracy Richards specializes in the ingenue, and you will see all her tips here. Tracy shows you her pro makeup kit, how to use proper skin care under makeup, how to apply moisturizer, anti-shine, neutral set powder, and foundation. She also shows you her brushes and when to use different styles during the process.
Do special effects makeup: car crash
In this video series, our experts Grace Fraga & Brad Schecter will teach you how to do special effects makeup. They will teach you how to apply gelatin, black makeup, and red to make it look like burning and charring. They will also teach you how to make fake shards of glass and attach them to the face. Finally, they will apply the fake blood and teach you all the things you'll ned to do-it-yourself. Do special effects makeup: car crash - Part 1 of 16.
How To: Apply individual eyelashes
Ever wondered how to apply your own individual eyelashes? Satisfy your curiosity by watching Tricia explain the requirements, and what to do with them. In this tutorial with Christina, we will lay some individual lashes and use cake mascara to safely define them.
How To: Put on eyelash extensions
Our expert, Julia Trigila, discusses the application process for eyelash extensions. She answers common questions: What are eyelash extensions? How does water affect my extensions? How can you remove them? Julia covers these issues and many more.
How To: Use mineral makeup tips and techniques
In this video series, learn how to apply mineral makeup. Our expert, Kelli LaBar, shows you everything you need to know to create a fresh makeup look. Learn how to use brushes and powders.
How To: Apply pencil eyeliner effectively, with no mess
This is a step by step guide to applying pencil eyeliner effectively and without making a mess! See how the professional make up artists do it, and follow the steps to perfect pencil eyeliner. Apply pencil eyeliner effectively, with no mess.
How To: Apply eyeliner for blue eyes
Angela Brewer demonstrates how to apply eyeliner to blue eyes. The video walks you through using eyeliner correctly and blending it in. Apply eyeliner for blue eyes.
How To: Apply makeup for dark skin
In this video series, our expert will teach you how to apply makeup for women of color. If you have a dark skin complexion and have trouble finding and applying the right makeup for you, let our expert help. You will learn step-by-step instructions for picking and applying foundation, eye shadow, eye liner, blush and lip liner.
How To: Apply stage makeup
In this video clip series you will learn how to apply several different types of makeup from lipstick to rouge and how to attain certain looks that will transfer well to the performance.
How To: Face paint
In this series you'll see how to face paint. This is a great fun skill to learn, because everyone loves getting their face painted!
How To: Do a makeover
In these cosmetics videos, our makeup artist will give you tips on how to apply foundation and keep it smooth, conceal the bags and discoloration around your eyes, and seal it all with loose powder.
How To: Get natural make up effects for oily and pale skin
In these makeup application videos you will learn tips, techniques, and advice from a professional makeup artist.
How To: Apply foundation
In these makeup application videos you will learn tips, techniques, and advice from a professional makeup artist.
How To: Apply eyeliner
In this video series our expert, Yvette Parrish, will show you tips and techniques for selecting the right eye liner for your use and step by step instructions on how to correctly apply it as well as the best and easiest way to remove it.
How To: Properly apply foundation
A lot of people make the mistake of putting concealer on first causing them to look like they're wearing way too much make-up. This video will teach you that foundation must go first and to how to properly apply it. Properly apply foundation.
How To: Apply fake eyelashes
In this video clip series, our expert will explain the use of fake (false) eyelashes, how to apply them, the types of glue needed for false eyelash application, as well as tips and techniques for trimming false eyelashes.
How To: Apply eyeshadow
In this video series our expert, Yvette Parrish, will show you tips and techniques for selecting the right eye shadow for your use and step by step instructions on how to correctly apply it as well as the best and easiest way to remove it.
How To: Do makeup for a bear costume
Our expert will walk you through this relatively simple makeup job, with tips on how to create the effect of fur on the face, how to do a bear muzzle and lips, and other techniques to help you get grizzly.
How To: Put on faux eyelashes
Many women like to use false eyelashes and the ones who don't might like to learn how to put them on. Watch this video and you too might be wearing them.
How To: Properly apply lipstick
For the most professional application, use a lip brush to apply lip color. Follow the natural line of your mouth, and evenly cover your upper and lower lip. Properly apply lipstick.
How To: Properly apply mascara
Apply two or three coats of mascara, letting dry between each application. On top lashes, always brush the underside, from base to tip. On bottom lashes, brush only the topside. Properly apply mascara.
How To: Tame unruly eyebrows with hair spray
Use hair spray on a brush and brush the brows with the spray to give an instant brow lift and keep them from drooping.
How To: Get better looking eyebrows
Pauper Princess” Lynne Rominger gets plucking mad at salon eyebrow wax prices. Thankfully, she knows the quick and easy method to achieve elegant eyebrows.
How To: Create the hazy smoky eye look
With clients like Hilary Duff, Penelope Cruz, and Sarah Michele Geller walking the red carpet, Rachel Goodwin is in demand. We were lucky to hang with Rachel for the day, we begged her to share the secret to her signature smoky eye. Rachel generously gave us a very detailed tutorial to create the look. You won’t be disappointed.
How To: Shape your eyebrows with tweezers
For shaping full eyebrows, Eva recommends the Vitry stainless steel slant-end tweezers, which pluck only one hair at a time. A lot of people don't realize that their tweezers are taking out multiple hairs at once, which can leave them with a hole. Over-plucking results in eyebrows that are too thin. Shape your eyebrows with tweezers.
How To: Apply makeup for Asian eyes
Every palette requires a unique approach to paint it. The same goes for the face. This video will teach you make-up application tips for Asian eyes. Apply makeup for Asian eyes.
How To: Apply perfect lips
After applying your lip pencil find out how to get you lips looks perfect. The trick is in using a flat eyeshadow brush. Apply perfect lips.
How To: Apply liquid foundation to dark skin tones
Make-up artist Claire De-Graft shows how to choose and apply foundation to dark skin. All you need is a large make-up brush, liquid foundation, facial wipe and cleanser, toner, and facial powder. Apply liquid foundation to dark skin tones.
How To: Apply foundation to mature skin
Apply Foundation To Mature Skin. Make-up artist Julia Biddlecombe shows us how to apply foundation to mature skin. This step-by-step guide will make you look years younger! Apply foundation to mature skin.
How To: Apply lipstick to mature lips
Makeup artist Julia Biddlecombe shows how to make your lips look more youthful. The look uses a combination of lipstick and lip gloss, as well as foundation and powder for fresher, younger looking lips. Apply lipstick to mature lips.
How To: Apply three shades of eyeshadow
Use this method for natural looking eyes and once you have mastered it, you can apply it to any color you like. Requires base, three shades of eyeshadow, a brush, and mascara. Apply three shades of eyeshadow.
How To: Apply translucent powder
Make sure your make-up lasts all day! Choosing and applying the right base powder will give your face a flawless finish. Apply translucent powder.
How To: Create a 60s look for both hair and makeup
Travel back to an age of big hair and flawless skin with this groovy '60s style. Great looks never go out of fashion! Create a 60s look for both hair and makeup.
How To: Lift mature eyes
Makeup artist Julia Biddlecombe shows us how to use makeup to lift mature eyes. This is an easy and inexpensive way to take years off your face. Lift mature eyes.
How To: Make your lips look bigger
This video gives you fuller lips without the surgery. That look you've always dreamed of! All you need is concealer, lipstick, lip gloss, and lip liner. Make your lips look bigger.
How To: Sculpt the face if you are fair skinned
Make up artist to the stars, Lisa Glassock shows us how you can sculpt your face with bronzer and highlighter. You will need a medium sized make up brush, bronzer, and highlighter powder. Sculpt the face if you are fair skinned.
How To: Use highlighter and bronzer on dark skin tones
Make-up artist Claire De-Graft is going to show us a simple way of accentuating your cheekbones and bringing out your eyes using highlighter and bronzer. Use highlighter and bronzer on dark skin tones.
How To: Apply special effects make-up
This is an interesting video that shows you how to use special effects make-up to turn a 20-year-old into an old woman. So, if you can make, or get your hands on the proper products, this video will show you how to use this cool stuff.
How To: Get edgy with your makeup
Tips from a makeup artist on movie star makeup for the eyes. She shows you how to highlight your eyes for an evening of glamor. From eye shadow to mascara, you'll learn step by step how to make up your eyes like a movie star! Get edgy with your makeup.
How To: Apply foundation and touch up the eyebrows
Makeup artist Janeen Loria, shows you how to apply foundation and touch up your eye brows. These techniques work for when you are in a hurry to get to your party yet still want to look like a glamorous star. Apply foundation and touch up the eyebrows.