As most of us know, choosing make-up is quite a difficult task.How many times have you left a store with a bag full of productsthat were too expensive and which don't even suit you?

But selecting and buying the products is only the one part of the "makeup dilemma", how should I make up? What makeup looks to choose from? How to match the look to my own face look, eyes and hair colors? To the event I'm going? To my outfit colors? To the massage I want to convey?

Well here are few tips and guidelines you should know:

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1.      The most important thing when choosing make-up is to forget all of the commercials that you see on television or the advertisements in the magazines. The fact that the advertised product gets such a large amount of exposure due to paid ads.

2.      First of all, read criticism and articles about the make-up companies themselves; check which products they market and what the experts say about them. This will ensure that when you're choosing make-up you'll choose a company that has the best products. Bear in mind that a big name or brand doesn't necessarily testify about the quality of the product.

3.      After you have chosen a company, decide what exactly you need in your cosmetics bag before you buy the make-up products. By doing this you will save yourself time, and it will make your choices easier.

4.      If you purchase eye make-up, lipstick, and so on – don't hesitate to examine it. Make sure about the color since certain textures of these products change color after they come into contact with skin. For instance, using powder which is too dark for your skin can end up looking like a mask, giving you an appearance that is unaesthetic and even ridiculous.

5.      The best way for you to discover what is best for you is to ask for a sample. Normally cosmetics stores and pharmaceutical stores have samples available – all you have to do is ask. Only after using the product and checking it will you be able to ascertain whether it is suitable for you. This will be very helpful when you're choosing make-up. Nonetheless, most women tend to purchase make-up products blindly.

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1.      When selecting makeup look, you should consider the event you're going to, the time of day and the outfit colors you select. Certain outfit colors tend to overshadow any make-up colors, as a rule of thumb match your eye shadows color to your outfit colors.

2.      Making-up for an occasion that takes place during the evening is quite different from making-up for the daytime. The lighting at such an event will normally be warm, and will contain yellow spots or colors that are different from day light or from white fluorescent lights. Evening make-up needs to be long-lasting and to appear much more radiant.

3.      Decide, what is the massage style you want to convey. Different makeup looks convey different messages:  Sexy look, Dramatic look, Natural look, Classic look. This will help you to pick the right colors and makeup style.

4.      The makeup colors and style are also based on the hair color and the way it's done and also on your eyes colors. If your hair is done in a style, you must remember that when your hair is gathered up it makes your face more prominent and it is necessary to pay attention to every detail of your make-up, which must be of the highest level of finish and precision. Certain eye shadow colors are more flattering to your eyes and make your eyes "stand out" and to your hair, know what colors are best for you.

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None of us is perfect. Some of us have aquiline, long or wide noses; others have broad chins or narrow lips; eyes that are set close together or far apart, or small, or droopy.

Most of us are convinced that the only alternativethat we have of ‘repairing' our facial flaws is to be found in the option of plastic surgery.

However, there is no need to rush and place yourself under the surgeon's knife. Morphology is the theory of corrective make-up. Using the play of light and shade, shadows and the correct effects it is possible to make your lips appear larger, your nose appear narrower, create the appearance of a narrower face, and so on, through the use of make-up.

About the author:

Gali Tsoar
Gali has 19 years' experience as a top professional makeup artist. She is one of the most highly-sought-after makeup artists for TV shows, movies, and the fashion industry in her country. Over her lengthy career, Gali has designed looks for TV shows and movies, including special effects, and has applied makeup to hundreds of actors, actresses, supermodels, and other celebrities.

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Question by alicia ♥: makeup....?
ok so im kinda confused about putting on makeup...i know the order you do it in and everything but when you apply moisturizer do you have to get a certain kind so that it doesnt get sticky or anything like that ??
im not a beginner i just have never used moisturizer with my makeup...

Best answer:

Answer by Sweetbulbs
Go a moisturizer that is oil free and hypo-allergenic. And since it's summer get one that has an spf too. Try Neutrogena.

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There are typically four different categories according to the strength of the oils in perfume.

Perfume (or Parfum) is the most fragrance ,the strongest concentration and typically contains 15 – 40 percent essential oils.A small amount goes a very long way.

Eau de parfum is second for strength and durability and typically contains 10 - 20 percent essential oils.

Eau de toilette is third in line for strength and has a typical concentration of 5 to 15 percent essential oils

Eau de cologne (or Cologne) holds the smallest concentration of fragrance and has a concentration of 3 to 8 percent of essential oils.

Perfumes have six different categories of scent that express different moods. They are

Floral - The largest and most popular category is created mainly from flowers, including rose, carnation, orange blossom, gardenia and jasmine.These are often blended together to produce a distinctive floral bouquet.

Citrus - come from citrus fruits such as lime, lemon, tangerine and mandarin, this fragrance type projects a sharp, tangy aroma.

Chypre (Cyprus) - This is a woody fragrance created by French perfumer Francois Coty, based on his impression of the island of Cyprus.The fragrance is dominated by pine aromas with hints of bergamot, oak moss, citrus and patchouli providing an earthy suite of aromas.

Oriental - are a heady mix of spices, amber, balsams and resins suggesting warmth and exotic sensuality.

Green - are fresh and alive aromas, with a hint of sharpness from young grassy scents blended with pine, juniper,leaves and herbs to create memorable perfumes. They reflect sporty personalities and most suited to daytime wear.

Fougere - is a combination of fresh herbs and mossy ferns blended in to produce a sophisticated urban style, with earthy overtures.

There are many different size bottles in Perfume. The standard perfume size bottles are usually in the 1 oz, 1.7 oz, 3.4 oz range etc.

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It is of paramount importance to remember that the perfume you are shopping for is for you. Do not go out and buy a popular perfume just because your good friend is obsessed with it or because you have heard great things. The scent of a perfume and the way it smells on your body is a very unique thing and it is important to match the perfect perfume to your tastes and desires. While it can be helpful to take advice from others and seek information, remember that the final decision is yours and you are the one that will have to smell the scent over and over again, day in and day out.

Your fragrance is a way for you to express yourself. It is not just a good smell anymore but it is a simple of your taste and your emotion. A lot of things can be learnt about someone by the perfume that they choose to wear and it is important to choose a fragrance that represents you as well as possible.

Essentially there are three emotions or moods given off by certain scents. There are classic perfumes, sensual perfumes and delicate perfumes. Deciding on which of these emotions you want to convey is the first step you should take when searching for a new fragrance. Classic scents are popular, timeless and can be described as a safe, dependable scent. Sensual scents are daring and exude self confidence. If this is the emotion you want to convey then you should look at perfumes such as Chanel's "Opium" or "Chance." They are newer perfumes that take a more daring approach on older Chanel classics. Delicate Perfumes are gentle and more airy that others. They are less obvious and powerful than other perfumes and offer more of a subtle, delightful smell.

Once you have decided on which mood you want to convey, then it is time to search, test and compare until you find a fragrance that suits you best. It is of utmost importance that you choose a fragrance that identifies with who you are. Choose a scent based on how it makes you feel and how it smells on your own body. You will benefit the most from a perfume that relates to your style, ambitions and desires. The more positively a fragrance identifies with your personality, the better you will feel about it and the better it will make you feel in the end.

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