Sunday, July 1, 2007

Red Carpet Beauty

Welcome to the Beauty Spread where we'll discuss all the latest and greatest in makeup and learn tips and techniques from the pros!

In this issue we'll shine the spotlight on "Red Carpet Make-up". You'll learn how to re-create all the red-hot looks that rock the red-carpet. With make-up, anyone can be transformed into a star! Our journey will begin at the 64th Annual Golden Globe Awards held Jan 15th.This year, red lips and smokey eyes ruled supreme.

The first look we will re-create is Cameron Diaz' sexy, smoldering look she paired with her newly darkened hair.

CREATE CAMERONS LOOK! We'll teach you step by step how to re-create this sexy look so you shine like a star at your next event!

1. COMPLEXION You want to start by evening out the complexion. Dab concealer on any imperfections with your ring finger. Be sure to even out any undereye-circles and blemishes. Follow this step by applying a generous amountof liquid or powder foundation.

2. EYES Next let's get started on the eyes. Begin by adding a neutral toned color all over the lid. Then on the lid add a latte-colored shade of brown on the lid. Sweep a touch of this same color along the lower lid and blend well. Now apply a set of false lashes with clear adhesive. Follow this step by lining the lid with black liquid liner. Apply a coat of black mascara to unify lashes together. Finish the eyes by shaping brows with a powder brow pencil.

3. CHEEKS On the apples of the cheeks apply a cotton-candy pink cream blush. You can apply the blush with either your fingers or synthetic foundation brush. Add a touch of luminizer along the orbital bone for a glowing effect. Blend well.

4. LIPS Lastly, line the lips with a fire-engine red lip pencil and apply a rich, red cream lipstick for instant glamour and sex appeal. Top off the look with clear gloss to give the lips a shine that will stop traffic. Now you're ready to shine like a star at your next event!



CREATE BEYONCE'S LOOK! We'll teach you step by step how to re-create this sexy look so you shine like a star at your next event!

1. COMPLEXION You want to start by evening out the complexion. Dab concealer on any imperfections with your ring finger. Be sure to even out any undereye-circles and blemishes. Follow this step by applying a generous amount of liquid or powder foundation. Use a concealer 2 shades lighter than your complexion to contour the face. Concentrate this color around the eyes and on the bridge of the nose.

2. EYES You'll need to start your smokey-eye by adding an eye primer which helps bold dark colors hold and maintain their pigment. Then apply a light,neutral toned color all over the lid. Then with a matte black shadow, liberally sweep the color on the entire lid and up through the crease. Blend well. Sweep this same black color all the way along the lower lid. Reinforce the deep shadow with a black eyeliner pencil on the inside rim ofthe eye. Now apply a set of big false lashes with adhesive. Follow this step by lining the lid generously with black liquid liner. Apply a coat of black mascara to unify lashes together. Finish the eyes by shaping brows with a powder brow pencil.

3. CHEEKS On the apples of the cheeks and along the cheek bone apply a peachy-pink powdered blush. Apply the blush with a blush brush. Add a touch of luminizer along the orbital bone for a glowing effect. Blend well.

4. LIPS Lastly, apply a pink cream lipstick to hydrated lips. Try these hot red-carpet looks and stay tuned for our next issue for more exciting makeup news.


Lights, Camera, Action! Now you're ready for your close-up! Beauty Spread- Lights, Cameras, Flick, Flick: I am ready for my grand entrance to my gala. When we think of the red carpet we think of Beyonce, JLo, Julia Roberts, and many other names. But now let's get a closer look at what exactly makes them so ooh la la. With this inside story on red carpet beauty trends, we learn how to get yourself red carpet ready with these insider tips.

Written By: Vanessa Dunn

Make-Up By: Dwight O'Neal
Photo's By: Shameer Khan
Models: Mery and Kim

7 comments:

Anonymous said...

OMG... I love how detailed the instructions are on how to create the look. Are there any brand suggestions though?

Anonymous said...

Cute...

Anonymous said...

A few suggestions for brands to use to recreate the look are...

Dior Show Mascara
Lola Sweet Love Lipstick or Dior
Becca Foundation
Smashbox High Definition Foundation
Stilla Smudge Pot
Nars Lip Products in General (Are great for color choices and lasting Powers)
Sephora Brand!!!

These are a few of the products we used on our models... Check out your local cosmetic counter and try out the looks on yourself. Any artist working the counter should be able to suggest some great products that you can use to find your inner "STAR!"

Anonymous said...

You needed models that look like Beyonce and Cameron....

Anonymous said...

the models are hot. don't hate. love your work

Anonymous said...

Nice makeup. I like the smokey eye makeup effect.

Anonymous said...

Well written article.