January 9, 2004, Newsletter Issue #107: Makeup Makeover

Tip of the Week

Every once in a while, I run across women who seem a bit anxious about color consultations or makeovers. I found that the best way to overcome that is to simply determine your own comfort level and be bold enough to express it. Your consultant will appreciate your honesty and will be able to find a look that suits you. The goal is to have fun and find products that create a look that makes you look and feel great. Still feeling a little intimidated? Here are some steps you can take to prepare for your first color consultation:

1. Take an inventory of your current makeup bag. Keep in mind that cream and liquid based makeup like foundations and concealors have a shelf life. If your makeup begins to separate, in the bottle or cake and break…get rid of it. Mascara should only be used for one season. Bacteria could develop on the brush. Your products should be fresh and bacteria free, after all, you are putting them on your face! Taking an inventory will also help you determine what you need and what you can live without.

2. Note colors you like and colors you absolutely hate. How many times have you gotten home from the store, so excited about your new lipstick, only to find that you have 3 others in almost the exact shade? Bring your favorite colors with you to avoid duplicating or to match up colors you love that are getting low.

3. Be willing to try. It’s only makeup. The beauty of cosmetics (no pun intended) is that they are temporary. If you don’t like the look, it will wash right off.

4. Have fun. Remember, when you were a little girl playing with your mother’s makeup. You and your best girlfriends crammed in the bathroom, pink, blue and bright purple powder everywhere. Sparkly pale blue lips with hot pink eye shadow and enough body glitter to light the Lincoln Tunnel. Oh yes…those were the days. Playing with makeup is fun. Sit back and enjoy the ride!



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