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“MAKEUP Your Mind” (Magazine feature)

I was invited by ZEN Health Magazine to contribute a beauty article for their May - July 2012 issue. It was my first time to actually write for a publication so I was worried about how it would turn out. I was feeling inspired last summer so I think I did a pretty good job. Let me know what you think. :)

Enjoy! :>

“MAKEUP Your Mind”

Whether it’s an ordinary occasion or a special event, there’s always the dilemma of deciding which type of makeup to put on. Instead of bugging your friends or creating a Facebook poll, let your mood make the choice for you!

**LOOK #1 Clean and Casual**

Natural makeup will never go out of style. This look is very versatile- it can be worn during the day or night time. Stick with earth or rose tones for the eyes, cheeks and lips. Majolica Majorca’s blood On Lip & Cheek Tint is perfect for those who have a hard time finding a blush that matches their lipstick. Groomed brows are a must since you only have plain makeup on so apply some brow gloss to accentuate those pretty eyebrows.

Key Makeup/ makeup suggestions:

Lancome - Ombre Absolue Palette Sparkling Eye Colour Quad in A110

Lancome - L’Absolu Nu Lipstick in 106

Majolica Majorca - Blood On Lip & Cheek Tint

Makeup Forever - Brow Corrector #0

**LOOK #2 Colorful and Playful**

If you’re feeling playful, apply bright neon shades to match your giddy mood. Be bold, wild and free when choosing colors for this look. Don’t be afraid to experiment with your makeup because it’s a great way to discover a different side of yourself. Catwalk Cosmetics Runway Eyeshadow & Blush Palette has high-pigment colors that will surely get people to notice your makeup. Be scarce when applying blush especially when you already have bold colors on your eyes and lips. Want to make blending eyeshadows even more fun? Get a colorful or pretty-colored brush set like Charm’s 14-pc Pretty in Pink vegan Brush Set.

Key Makeup:

Catwalk Cosmetics - Runway Eyeshadow & Blush Palette

Lime Crime - Countessa Flourescent Lipstick

Etude House - My Wish Cheek Blush

Charm 14-pc Pretty in Pink Vegan Brush Set

**LOOK #3 Smokey and Sultry**

It’s all in the eyes when you’re talking about the Smokey look. There are various ways and colors to create this effect but the most popular one would be the smokey black eye. For this look, you’re allowed to layer on tons of black eyeshadow topped with a fierce eyeliner and mascara. Tony Moly’s Backstage Self Smokey Eye comes with a cream liner, brush and 2 eyeshadow shades. It’s an all-in-one set to create the sexy smokey eye.

Key Makeup:

Majolica Majorca - Lash King Mascara

Royal Effem - Velvet Kohl Eyeshadow

Tony Moly - Backstage Self Smokey Eye (Gray Smoky)

MAC - Penultimate Eye Liner

***Makeup Directory***

Catwalk Cosmetics - www.catwalkcosmetics.vze.com

Charm Makeup Brushes - www.beautyandminerals.com

Etude House - www.etudehouse.ph

Lancome - www.fb.com/lancomephilippines

Lime Crime - www.limecrimemakeup.com

MAC - www.maccosmetics.com