A good liquid-lined eye is unstoppable; it’s precise, chic, and adds a little glam to your overall look.  If you’re wondering how to achieve a perfectly defined application, instead of being left with a mess on your hands (literally) – learn from a pro!  We asked Total Beauty Experience Makeup Artist, Kasey Morrill, (who happens to create one mean cat eye with liquid liner) if she could share some expert tips. 

Here goes:

(By the way, to the ever-lovely Magdalena, thank you for modeling!)

1. Hold brush, start at the inner corner of the eye and slightly rest the brush tip on the lash line. 

*Kasey’s Tip: Make sure the eye liner is as close to your lash line as possible!  This helps to prevent a noticeable “space” (where a little bit of your skin color peaks through between your liner and your lashes)- this creates a puffy or tired effect… which is so not a good look.  

2. Lightly “drag” brush across the lower lid, directly above your lashes.  Continue application, working toward the outer corner of the eye- stop just before you reach the corner.

*Kasey’s Tip: Make sure you are “lightly lifting” the skin (if necessary) with your opposite hand, do not “tug” or “pull” on this delicate skin while you’re applying makeup.  You can cause damage that over time leads to noticeable wear & tear… always treat this fragile, thin skin with care! 

4. Lightly repeat the line as necessary. 

*Kasey’s Tip: Keep the application light and steady, it’s much easier to go over the line again in order to thicken it up where necessary.  Be patient!

5. Now it’s time to flip your brush (notice how the brush tip faces the hairline).  You are now creating the “wing,” choose where you want the line to end (shorter= more conservative; longer= more dramatic).

6. Connect the line.  Repeat for a more dramatic look.

7. And one eye is done!

8. Repeat on the other eye.

8. When both eyes are done, check the outer “wings” to ensure they are balanced and make sure liner thickness is consistent on both eyes.

9. And voila!  The end result= one hot liquid-lined pair of eyes!

If You’re New to Liquid Liner, Where Do You Start?

• You’ll find Liquid Eye Liner will typically be either a Brush Tip or Pen (looks like a felt-tip marker)- really, it varies with individual preference which one is “better;” Kasey suggests a Brush tip if you are new to liquid liner and/or if you have a little bit of an unsteady hand.  She feels the application is a little easier with it. 

Our Top 3 Picks for Liquid Liner:

• Mavala Liquid Eye Liner, retail price $13.95

• Smashbox Limitless Liquid Liner Pen, retails for $24.00

• Sorme Jet Liner, retails for $9.99

To purchase any of these liners, you can find them all at Total Beauty Experience. 

If you’re still a little hesitant to tackle the liquid-lined eye… see it in person!  Stop in to see one of our Makeup Artists for a free consultation, which includes personalized recommendations, application tips, and a demonstration.  

According to Extra, RevitaLash (America’s #1 Cosmetic Eyelash Conditioner) has another reported fan across the pond: Princess Kate.  In fact, they say she fancies the Eyelash Conditioner, Raven Mascara, and the New Perfect Primer.

It’s a Top Pick.  Though it’s already hailed by many a cosmetics/skin care maven as the “go to” lash enhancer, while boasting an impressive celebrity following and numerous “I-swear-by-this” customer testimonials, adding a royal fan is surely great news for RevitaLash.  Once you try it for yourself, you’ll see what the buzz is all about.  Not only do they have proven results, the story of how RevitaLash came about is really touching… here’s one for all the romantics out there.  

Inspired By One Woman.  Michael Brinkenhoff, M.D. (a practicing Ophthalmologist for over 25 years) developed RevitaLash for his wife Gayle while she recovered from metastatic breast cancer treatments.  After chemotherapy treatments left her lashes sparse and fragile, Dr. Brinkenhoff sought to create a formula that would renew her lashes.  Working with a team of cosmetic chemists, the end product was a success.  Gayle’s lashes were once again strong and beautiful.  RevitaLash was born.

Originally developed as a gift of love for one woman, RevitaLash is now available to anyone who wishes for stronger, longer lashes.

    “Often we feel helpless when someone we love is suffering. I am very fortunate, in my own small way, to have been able to help Gayle through her recovery. Watching her be excited about her beautiful looking eyelashes has been a real joy.”

 — Michael Brinkenhoff, M.D.

And It Gets Even Better…  Expect to hear even more rave reviews.  With a new advanced formula, packed with peptides and botanicals, RevitaLash is now better than ever.  Clinical studies showed lash improvement in only 3 weeks:

• 97% saw “improved appearance of eyelashes”
• 92% reported “their eyelashes appeared more lush”
• 94% reported “their eyelashes appeared more youthful”

Get ready to create lash envy with thicker, richer, longer lashes… find RevitaLash products at Total Beauty Experience.

Yes, 3 Simple Steps is all it takes!  Join us for this exclusive event on Monday, June 27th from 11:00am to 5:00pm.  

This is your chance to get advice from a jane iredale mineral makeup expert, who will:

• Give you a custom color match (choosing your perfect shade based on your skin type, tone, and your personal preference)

• Teach you expert application techniques (including the best applicator to use)

• Put it all together with finishing and setting (this final touch helps you get all-day coverage)

Call 916.481.7994 to reserve your appointment! 

A $15.00 reservation fee is required and will be applied toward any jane iredale product purchased at event.

Just arrived!  Voluspa’s new collection “Mirabelle” is Susie’s current fav (especially the Eau de Parfum).  Why, you ask?  “It smells delicious.  It smells like spring.”  We couldn’t agree more.  Get swept away with Mirabelle’s fresh, lightly sweetened notes of plum, pear, & freesia.  Available items: Eau de Parfum, Room Diffusor, Glass Jar Candle, & Mini Ceramic Jar Candle.

What’s the next best thing to going on vacation?  Looking like you just went on vacation.  Get that sun-kissed, perfectly bronzed glow (no orange look here!) from Bodyography’s Paradise With Love Bronzers & Blushes.  Andi loves ‘Zanzibar’ which she says works great with light to medium skin tones. Don’t worry, though, they’ve got the perfect shades for medium & dark skin tones, too… stop in to try them out & get great application tips, too!

Spring is all about hair with a light, soft feel and Enjoy’s Texture Cream is a must-have for short hair styles that want an all-day hold without being stiff & crunchy.  Kyle loves the shine, separation, & texture his hair gets with it… what can we say?  We like it, too.

No spring fling here, this is true love. You’ll have instant attraction to the light, “springy” scent of White Sands Orchids Oil… but it will be official when you see & feel the shiny, softness that you get with it.  As far as Bonnie’s concerned, this product is a stand-out.  Wait no more.  This is the perfect match for all medium to long lengths.

Get ready to show off your soft, smooth, spring skin!  Maura suggests Dayna Decker’s Essence Body Moisturizer, “It’s perfect for spring because it smells like roses, but it’s definitely not your grandmother’s scent.” So long dry, winter dullness…besides a great scent, Essence has bamboo, aloe, & argan oil to provide great moisture and nourishment.

California North’s products are clean, active, & packed with skin soothing botanicals.  For spring, Ed recommends: Pacific Foam Shaving Gel, Gelskin Wash, and Oxygen Fragrance for Men.  The light, fresh citrus scents are out of this world.  Simply put, “You’ll have clean skin, a close shave & be left smellin’ good.”  Who wouldn’t want that?

Stop by Total Beauty Experience for these great Spring products and more!

Flawless Face
Don’t get caught in front of a camera without these essential Smashbox cosmetics! Create flawless-looking skin by applying Photo Finish Foundation Primer followed by Camera Ready Foundation. Blend Camera Ready Concealer under eyes, nose and over any uneven areas using Concealer Brush #4. Add soft liminosity by dusting Fusion Soft Lights in Baked Starburst across forehead, down bridge of nose, and under cheekbones using Face & Cheek Brush #2. Sweep Blush Rush in Bare over cheeks using Blush Brush #16 for a hint of color.

Eye-Catching Eyes
Apply Photo Finish Lid Primer to smooth and perfect lids. Turn heads with a subtle wash of Eye shadow in Champagne – use Crease Brush #10 for a disffused effect. Sweep Jet Set Waterproof Liner in Midnight Black along upper lashline and along the lower inner rim using Arced Liner Brush #21. An encore of Lash DNA Mascara inJet lack completes the eyes.

Luscious Red Lips
For a defined red lip that stays in place all night, first line lips with Doubletake Lip Color in Cranberry, then apply a geerous coat of Photo Finish Lipstick in Legendary using a lip brush.

Find all the essential Smashbox Cosmetics at Total Beauty Experience!

theBalm Cosmetics is an AWARD WINNING line of hip and trendy cosmetics featured in many fashion magazines and used by the stars! They are also known for their amazing formulas, gorgeous shades, clever designs, and sexy shade names that are hard to forget like “Curvy Cami” or (ahem) “Down Boy.” “The sassy names we give our products reflect the personality of TheBalm,” says founder and CEO, Marissa Shipman “It’s a mix of sexy and serious, smart and funny, romantic and rebellious.”

The adorable packaging and clever titles are just a few reasons this cosmetic line has become so popular.
The makeup itself is truly quality and performs with outstanding merit! Their products are made with only the best ingredients to give you a beautiful, totally natural look. Many products serve dual purposes and provide a quick fix to make you look and feel your best anytime, anywhere.

theBalm is Hip, Clever, and More…

• Made in San Francisco
• High Quality Ingredients, including vitamins A, C, & E
• Great Skin Conditioning Agents

Find theBalm Collections at Total Beauty Experience today!

Total Beauty Experience has partnered with Dr. Ernie Bodai to build awareness for Cure Breast Cancer, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing breast health awareness to all women and their families. Dr. Bodai introduced the first ever “global Stamp”…the breast cancer stamp raising awareness and funding to conquer the disease worldwide.

In support of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Cure Breast Cancer, Inc., Total Beauty Experience has set up a table of all pink products, including blow dryers, flatirons, brushes, haircare products, lotions, candles, reed diffusers, etc….all of these products are from manufacturers that contributed a portion of the purchase price to breast cancer organizations. When someone purchases one of these items, they receive as a gift a pink lightbulb (while supplies last) to help “Light the Town Pink”.

So visit Total Beauty Experience today to make a purchase that will support breast cancer organizations and give you a pink lightbulb that you can use to help “Light the Town Pink”!

Angelica Chayes’ contribution to the Jane Iredale Blog explains it all: Makeup For Green Eyes – The Pure Impact Collection ]]> http://www.totalbeautyexp.com/blog/index.php/2010/09/makeup-for-green-eyes/feed/ 0 http://www.totalbeautyexp.com/blog/index.php/2010/09/jane-iredale-presents-her-fall-collection/ http://www.totalbeautyexp.com/blog/index.php/2010/09/jane-iredale-presents-her-fall-collection/#comments Wed, 15 Sep 2010 22:17:09 +0000 Michelle Egan http://www.totalbeautyexp.com/blog/?p=569 Eye shadows that enhance blue, green, and brown eye colors. Warm lip colors that stay on your lips not your wine glass. Jane  Iredale blends her love of Fall colors with technologically advanced cosmetics so you can have naturally radiant, well nourished skin all season long.

Find Jane Iredale’s Pure Impact Fall Collection at Total Beauty Experience today!

Beyond Matte Powder is an HD matifying powder that is HDTV approved! It will eliminate shine and give your skin touchable radiance for hours at a time. It also absorbs oil, lessens transference, makes skin look smoother, refines pores, and increases the water resistancy of makeup minerals.

Watch the video below to learn how to achieve different matte finishes from the dewy daytime finish to the camera ready needs of the HDTV!