Makeup Creases

Be careful using shimmery products, especially on your eyes; they tend to collect in creases.

Eyeliner in Humid Conditions

In hot humid weather, line the upper eyes only. For color along the bottom lashes, use a light stroke of eyeshadow color and blend.

To Slenderize Nose

To make the nose look more slender, contour each side with a foundation one or two shades darker than your normal shade. Blend well.

Soften Too Much Color

Too much color? Dust on a light layer of loose or pressed powder to take off the edge.

The texture changed

Lipsticks that have changed texture or color from being exposed to warm climates can be given a shave -- just slice off the top and sides of the bullet. -- Allure Magazine, June 1999

Chapped, Cracked lips

Exfoliate chapped, cracked lips and apply lip balm. Avoid licking lips.

To Open Up Eyes

Line only the outer half of upper and lower eyelids for "open-eye" appeal. Lining the entire lid closes up the area.

Go Light with Liner

Remember never to overdo your eyes with eyeliner. Heavily outlined eyes will make you look older.

Smoother lips

Exfoliate. Dampen a washcloth and gently rub it against lips. Then apply Chap Stick, which seals in moisture and acts as a primer for lip color. The Chap Stick´s waxiness works in your favor here, to fill cracks and smooth the lip surface. Rory Evans, "Lipstick 101," Allure Magazine, April 1999

Don´t Draw Attention to Skin Problems

Avoid true red lip colors if your skin is ruddy, irritated or blotchy. Your lips will draw attention to your skin.

Dark Circles

Avoid emphasizing dark undereye circles. Don´t use dark eyeliner or blue/grey eyeshadow.

Go Easy on Blush

Blush is more commonly overapplied than any other cosmetic. Invest in a good brush for applying blush. When you can see the color on your cheeks - STOP! Blend well with sponge.

Choosing Products

When choosing beauty products make sure they are dermatologist, ophthalmologist, sensitivity and allergy tested, and cruelty-free.

Mascara Application Tips

Wear Mascara only on your top lashes and put eyeliner on your lower eyelashes. Put the eyeliner the inner side of your lashes and not the outer. Try not to use water-proof mascara because it´s harder to take off. Use a good mascara which comes with a handle that comes with thin bristles so your lashes can be easily separted yet has that rich look into it. *Note: Sorry, but I do not agree with putting eyeliner in the inner side of your lashes. I know that it does create a nice look but bacteria also loves it here and you could find yourself with an infection very quickly.

Curl lashes with an eyelash curler before applying mascara and then quickly again after applying two coats and letting it dry. It makes short skimpy lashes look awesome! I also find that wiping off the excess mascara from the wand (with a napkin or paper towel - tissues seem to leave lint) before applying to lashes makes the application flawless and the clumps minimal, if at all.

Red Lip Color May Dry Out Lips

Use a lip exfoliating cream to counter drying effects of red pigments in lipstick.

Eyebrow Brush

The trick to applying a natural eyebrow shape is using a hard, stiff, short brush and working with colorations instead of pencils. Pencils can be used but it takes practice and patience to get a natural look.

Just the lips

To keep lipstick off teeth, apply color with a brush and then blot. Hold a finger horizontally between lips and bite down to remove any lipstick that could rub off on teeth. Rory Evans, "Lipstick 101," Allure Magazine, April 1999

When lipstick isn´t right

To mute a too bright or too brash lipstick shade, mix a small dab of foundation with Vaseline and brush it on over the lipstick. Rory Evans, "Lipstick 101," Allure Magazine, April 1999

Harsh Makeup

Makeup should be appropriate for your coloring. Always blend well - harsh makeup doesn´t look good on anyone.

Banish that shine

No more shiny foreheads. Try Mary Kay´s Oil Mattifier. It really controls that nasty oil production and shine on the face.