Red Lipstick : It's just not going anywhere

I have to admit that back when I was younger, I would DIE if I had to wear red lipstick. I found it too old and just not me.

Oh, was I so wrong.

After working at M.A.C, playing around with the shades of red lipsticks they had, I finally found my match. The shade, the texture, I absolutely LOVED it. Now, I can wear red lipstick even if it's before noon.

I know wearing red lipstick can be intimidating. It really is, actually. But we have to admit that red lipstick is going to be around for life. I guess being able to carry red lipstick radiates a different confidence and adds instant glamour to your day-to-day look. Also, finding the perfect red shade instantly brightens your face without the extra effort.

My personal favorite is M.A.C's Viva Glam 1. I recommend keeping your eye make up simple especially if you want to go all out with your lips. :)

I just used THE BODY SHOP's Shimmer Waves for my eyes and for my cheeks! It's perfect for  keeping your make up light and simple :)

I suggest visiting a make up counter and checking which red brightens your face. It helps if you know your skin's undertone whether it's cool or warm. :)

Have fun looking for your perfect red lipstick! :)

How to apply Mascara :)

As simple as it sounds, not everybody knows how to apply mascara. I used to think I didn't really need to apply mascara because I didn't think it made a difference. I was wrong. It really helps in opening up my eyes and helps me to look more fresh and awake, especially if i'm not wearing eyeliner.

I know what you're thinking...how complicated can mascara be, right? Don't you just swipe the wand on your lashes and you're good to go? No, not really. Haha! There are a few tips that you can do so that your lashes look natural and curled the whole day. Whether you're using something pricey or whatever, these steps should help you out :)

Step One:

CURL. Unless you're one of those lucky girls who have naturally think and curled lashes, always curl before applying mascara. Just squeeze your curler close to the base of your lashes going outward. This helps make the curl look natural. I notice a lot curl their lashes after applying mascara! That's a big no no! This destroys your lashes and may break/pull them. :( 

Step Two:

Apply mascara at the base of your lashes first in a zigzag motion, depositing most of the product there. It helps make your lashes fuller and serves as the base of the mascara so that it'll stay curled all day.

TIP: Use waterproof mascara (especially if you're going for a night out or for a day at work!) This makes it sweat-proof, long-wearing and you won't need to worry about having raccoon eyes by the end of the night.

Step Three:

Apply minimum mascara towards the tips of your lashes. Don't lay it on too think because when the tips are too heavy, your lashes will droop instantly. Make sure you don't pump your wand into the tube to "get more product". This causes air to enter which makes it dry out faster. Make sure there are no clumps! :)

Aside from mascara, I'm just wearing concealer, powder, blush and groomed my brows a bit. :) However, you can apply eyeliner and mascara at the bottom if you're going for a little more drama. :)

Hope this helps :) 

HOW TO: Groom Your Brows

The part of your face that you can change the most dramatically is your eyebrows. You can have them thick, thin, dyed, etc. When shaped correctly, it can make your eyes brighter than they naturally are. It also makes you look more feminine. No matter how beautiful your make up is, messy eyebrows will just throw everything off. That's why it's important to wax or thread to keep your brows neat.

If you have no idea how to shape them, it's best to have a professional do it in the salon. I recently had mine done in Piandre in Eastwood by Ms. Au, and I was really impressed. I've always had a difficult time with my own brows because my arch is non-existent. I don't recommend plucking, since I found out recently that it makes your skin sag with all the repetitive pulling :(

My un-filled brows. 

How to Shape: Using a pencil, find your eyebrow shape with the guide below:

A - The  beginning of the eyebrow should begin above the inner corner of your eye

B - The end of your eyebrow

C - Where your arch should be

When you've achieved your desired shape, it's time to fill them in:

Option One : EYEBROW PENCIL

Using light and feathery strokes, fill in your eyebrows with a light brown/dark brown pencil (Never use BLACK). I usually start at the top of the brow, then the bottom, and connect it to the tail. Brush it lightly with an eyebrow brush to soften any hard edges. Personally and professionally, I love the L'oreal  Super Liner for Eyebrows in Light Brown.

Option Two : Brush + Brown Matte Powder (eyeshadow will do)

Using an angled brush, fill in your brows lightly with the brown shadow. Make sure it has NO GLITTER OR SHINE of any sort. Matte shadows like CORK and ESPRESSO from M.A.C are what I use for my clients. We want our brows to look naturally full!

Here's after filling out my brows: (I don't define it too much especially for everyday because it makes me look too overdone)