HOMEMADE BRONZER As we're heading into the winter months, I'm sure many of you want to bring back that warm, sun-kissed glow of summer. ☀️ Bronzer is just the thing to add that little touch of summertime to your face. There are oodles of bronzers available, but a while back, I found this amazing recipe online for a Do It Yourself Homemade Bronzer. You will need: •Cocoa Powder •Cornstarch •Ground Cinnamon •Ground Nutmeg •Container that can be sealed. First begin by mixing all the ingredients together. The Cocoa Powder will deepen the color and Cinnamon provides a nice glow. Try adding just a little of each until you get the shade you want. Once you have the color mixed just right, add it all to the container. That's it!! Super easy, super natural and super amazing! #HOMEMADEBRONZER #bronzer #summerglow #naturalmakeup #organicmakeup #tuesdaytips #makeuptips #makeuplikeapro #summermakeup #wintermakeup

💋Who doesn't want pucker-ready, kissable lips??  What's a girl to do if her lips aren't plump and pouty?👄 She'll do what every makeup artist does...reach into the makeup bag of secret tricks.👝 •To give the illusion of plump, pouty lips, select a lip pencil in a slightly deeper shade than your lip color and fill in just the outer corners of both the top and bottom lips. •Then apply your lip color over the entire lip, top and bottom. •Next, take a gold or silver powder eyeshadow and using a small concealer brush, apply just a bit of the shadow in the center of your lips. •Blend it in slightly with the lip color to smooth the edges. •Add a layer of clear or shimmery lip gloss and presto!!  You'll have fabulous, luscious lips ready for kissing! #makeuptips #poutylips #kissablelips #lipplump #lipplumper #plumplips #plumpinglipstick #puckerup #kissable #promakeuptips #makeuplikeapro #instamakeup #instabeauty #beautymakeup #beautyblogger

Wedding days are extremely hectic and rustling everyone up to sit down to be beautified can be challenging. Cell phones are ringing , bridesmaids are texting, the florist is knocking.......Always allow more than enough time for everyone to schedule their hair and makeup. Keep some drinking straws handy. Using a drinking straw can help minimize any chance of potential spoiling of your makeup or lip color until your ceremony begins.  Be sure to eat and remember to brush your teeth prior to your time in the makeup chair. There's nothing worse than realizing you forgot to brush your teeth after being all glammed up and ready to go. Use a pillow case to keep your makeup and hair safe while getting dressed. For gals who aren't able to step into their wedding day attire, place your arms in front of your face with your fingers stretching above your head. Keep your arms a few inches in front of your face and your hands a few inches above your head. Have your friends drop a large pillo...

Makeup flashback is one of the most common issues with DIY makeup.  WHAT IS MAKEUP FLASHBACK? Makeup flashback is the ghost white look that appears on your face in photos that were taken using a flash (camera or phone). Even though your makeup may look great in the mirror, the quick burst of bright light from a camera flash will reflect off your skin causing the areas to appear whiter. It would appear you used too light of a foundation or didn't blend in your powder, but this is not the case. Flashback Makeup Uh-ohs... (^NOT MY MAKEUP^) WHAT CAUSES MAKEUP FLASHBACK? Typically, the issue lies in the ingredients in your makeup. Most makeup is created with some sort of SPF to provide sun protection. These ingredients, primarily silica, zinc oxide and titanium oxide, are used to reflect the UV rays in order to keep your skin safe from the sun. Because they are designed to deflect the rays away from your skin, they also reflect the artificial burst of the camera flash in th...

As a performer, your day usually begins with an early call time.You may often work well into the evening with just enough time to eat and get ready for the next day's schedule. Most of the working hour s are typically spent in makeup under hot lighting.  So, i n order to keep your skin looking fresh and vibrant, I've compiled a few tips. Start by keeping your skin healthy and soft. Be sure to treat your skin kindly and it will return the favor.  First of all, never sleep in your makeup; this includes eyeliner and mascara. You want to be sure to remove all traces of makeup using a quality face wash and makeup remover. Cetaphil is a great choice and perfect for sensitive skin.  Use warm water, never hot. Hot water can be damaging to you skin by drying it out and stripping its natural oils. Be sure to fully rinse your face removing all traces of makeup and face wash. Pat dry and avoid rubbing your skin.  If you are rushing from one place to the next, u...

It's been a crazy winter. Cold weather just about everywhere, even Florida. Have you noticed your skin beginning to dry out from the constant temperature changes? You try to apply your makeup and it ends up looking flaky and not smooth. There are a few tips and tricks to keep your makeup looking flawless and fabulous. Start by keeping your skin healthy and soft. Be sure to treat your skin kindly and it will return the favor. Eating healthy and drinking appropriate amounts of water will show through with glowing skin. Do not sleep in your makeup, this includes eyeliner and mascara. Remove all traces of your makeup with a quality face wash and makeup remover. I adore Cetaphil, it's perfect for sensitive skin too! Exfoliate your skin to rid it of dead skin cells and renew that healthy glow. Philosophy's Microdelivery Peel Pads are perfect for at home exfoliating. Your skin needs moisture to stay healthy. Just as important as what you put into your body, you need to pay attenti...