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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The first step in shopping is to examine the scent category. Floral perfumes consist of range of flowers such as roses, lily of the valley, jasmine and many. They are sometimes mixed with other subtle scents such as vanilla to make a balanced lighter fragrance perfect for a romantic evening or a starry night. The citrus scents contain a blend of fruits like lime, tangerine, lemon etc, creating refreshing aromas. These can be worn during the evening, or in office. Whereas oriental fragrances are from mixture of spices, resins, and other exotic aromas for winter evenings.

The concentration level is the next factor to consider. Pure perfume is the very concentrated and also most expensive. It will stay on your body for long period of time. And cologne has the least concentration. As a light fragrance, it is suggested for wear in the office. But wearing lighter perfume requires more frequent application in the summer months. The third classification is perhaps the most important to consider. It is important to choose right one to match the specific occasion. For example, a strong, pure perfume would not be appropriate to wear at the office. For an occasion like romantic date, the fragrance wearer should see to wear one of the floral fragrances. There is a huge variety of romantic fragrances to choose. The main groups of the fragrances are casual or daytime wear one, which are universal scents used for many occasion. Evening wear colognes are mostly oriental to enhance a warm and exotic feeling.

Here one thing to be noted is that there are places where you shouldn't wear fragrances. For example, fragrances are not to be worn in the hospital or while visiting a very ill person. Likewise, in places such as churches, movie theaters etc., it is not recommended to wear strong scent or in some cases it is good if fragrance is not worn in these locations. If you do choose to wear in these locations, consider wearing a fragrance that is very light. Most of the online fragrance stores list their products mainly by two categories: by designer name or by first letter of the fragrance name. Casual Wear Fragrances, Evening Wear Fragrances, Daytime Wear Fragrances, Office Wear Fragrances, and Romantic Wear Fragrances are some of the main categories. These are created on deep study of the nature of fragrance, along with suggestions that is provided by fragrance designers. This allows buyers to simply make a selection based on the occasion.

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