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Beauty Tips

Beauty is more than skin deep. What you do with your physical appearance, such as the way you wear your hair and apply your makeup, says so much about the person behind the face. The right hairstyle, eyeshadow, blush and lipstick can make a difference. Keep this in mind when you apply for a job, come in for an interview, make a presentation or are being photographed for your wedding.

    Beauty Tips Lea's Picks

    • How to Make Jewelry to Match a Fall Wardrobe

      Having jewelry to match your wardrobe is a perfect addition to any outfit. It's especially fun to mix and match throughout the changing seasons. Buy creating your own personal jewelry, you can have unique accessories that are unlike other ones that you may see in stores of other people wearings. By creating pieces that match your... more »

    • How to Buy an Office Wardrobe on a Budget

      You've finally landed the corporate job of your dreams. Unfortunately, you don't have a lot of cash to spend on a new office wardrobe. Have no fear. With these cost-saving wardrobe buying tips, you can assemble a great office wardrobe and look good for less. more »

    • How to Pluck Eyebrows Painlessly

      Plucking your eyebrows doesn't have to be the tedious and painful experience that it sometimes can to be. With just a few hints and tips you'll be on your way to beautifully shaped eyebrows without all the burning and stinging. more »

    • How to Choose Mascara

      Not all mascaras are created equal. Some only slightly enhance while others curl, thicken, darken, lengthen or even change the color of your lashes while fulfilling other promises. You can try them all but ultimately, some will suit you better than most based on what you're looking for. Which mascara will your lashes love most? more »

    • How to Apply Individual Lashes

      With so many professional artists and glamorously made-up celebrities using them, false eyelashes may intimidate you. A great way to start wearing them is by trying individual lash clusters. They're not as heavy as the lash strip variety and definitely look more natural. The power to add drama is all in your hands. See for yourself as... more »

    Beauty Tips Quick Guides

    • Women's Guide to Grooming

      Without a doubt, looking your best takes effort. Whether it's plucking your eyebrows, shaving...

    • Makeup for Beginners

      Some people are naturally talented at applying makeup to get the look they want, while others...

    • Teeth Whitening

      Over time your teeth can become discolored and lose their luster even if you brush on a regular...

    • Bare Minerals Makeup

      Mineral make up is all the rage and it's supposed to be better for your skin. With its light...

    Beauty Tips Articles

    • About Non-Toxic Makeup

      On the surface, a product such as lipstick does not appear to be particularly harmful--after all, our mothers and grandmothers have been using it... more »

    • How to Remove Dry Skin from Lips

      Sometimes it can be impossible to correct dry skin on the lips only moisturizers. There is an easy step you can perform daily if needed, so you... more »

    • How to Make up Eyes Without Eyeshadow

      If sometime in the future you go on a weekend trip, only to find when you reach your destination that you've forgotten to pack your eyeshadows... more »

    • How to Give Yourself a Pedicure

      You don't need to rush off to a salon before donning those open-toed shoes. Get your feet in tip-top shape at home. more »

    • How to Make Wavy Hair Straight

      While you can make the most of the hair texture you were born with, you may still want to change your hairstyle from time to time to keep your... more »

    • How to Select the Height of Heel

      The height of your heels can make or break an outfit. Properly worn, high heels can make casual attire super-sexy in seconds and can make your... more »

    • How to Get Straight Hair Really Curly

      Aside from turning to potent chemicals to perm--and quite possibly, seriously damage--your hair, you can invest in one hairstyling tool if you... more »

    • How to Accessorize a Burberry Bikini

      A bikini is very important for a girl to have during the summer, and accessorizing one will make you the cutest girl at the beach or pool. Read on... more »

    • How to Apply Dramatic Teal Eye Shadow

      If you wear mostly neutral eye shadows but want more vibrancy, you can cast aside any uncertainties you have about your ability to carry off bold... more »

    • How to Accessorize a Black Dress

      You're ready to go out and you're in your favorite black dress. But how do you spruce it up? Take an old favorite dress and a few dazzling... more »

      Lea says... It's possible to look stunning without breaking the bank. A simple yet flattering black dress can go far and wide. The trick to completing your look--aside from wearing the appropriate hairstyle and makeup, of course--is to accessorize.

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    I have been a professional makeup artist and instructor since 2004; however, my passion for beauty goes all the way back to childhood, which is when I began educating myself on the subject. Aside from facilitating one-on-one sessions and workshops on makeup and beauty, I also maintain a beauty blog and write articles that have been published online. I have worked in locations such as the Philippines, New Jersey, New York, the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles. You can find me as well at www.youtube.com/LeaWhiteFeather | hide

    Lea's Latest Updates

    • Eyebrows Made Easy on 11/7/2009

      It is easy to neglect beauty basics if you've been busy admiring the bright colors of... more

      It is easy to neglect beauty basics if you've been busy admiring the bright colors of makeup that are popular these days; take a look at current online beauty tutorials, many of which focus on vivid shades--if you are fixated on fancy and flashy products like vibrant eyeshadows and sparkly lip glosses as many seem to be, you could possibly be forgetting about something as basic as your eyebrows. If this is the case and you are striving for a polished look every time you apply your makeup, consider giving more attention to details like your eyebrows. After all, your brows frame not only your eyes, but the rest of your face, and pretty makeup colors and textures can only go so far in enhancing your features.

      For tips and tricks to get defined eyebrows, here's a video you might find useful: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E4WLbGpGj7E

      Men who want to keep their brows groomed can benefit from the methods presented in this video series: http://www.ehow.com/videos-on_10006_eyebrow-grooming-men.html

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    • Everyday Wearable Celebrity Makeup on 11/7/2009

      Those who follow and admire celebrity style need not wait for a special occasion before... more

      Those who follow and admire celebrity style need not wait for a special occasion before wearing makeup inspired by a popular personality. If you are under the impression that celebrity-style makeup has to be elaborate at all times, here's one example that isn't: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vfUCMX2TyAM

      As you can see from the video, much as she is adored and considered beautiful, Angelina Jolie actually wears the kind of makeup that you can simplify; her style is very natural in contrast to that of other celebrities who have trendy--rather than classic--tastes. She may sometimes wear very smoky eye makeup, but the shades she uses are never funky--they're always on the neutral or flesh-tone side of the spectrum. You don't even have to resemble Angelina, or any other actress, singer, model or socialite you think is gorgeous before borrowing aspects of her style. The key to making this piece of advice work is to take what you find inspiring and adjust it to suit your preferences. This way, you're never a second-rate version of someone else, but a first-rate version of yourself.

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    • Beauty Gurus on 11/7/2009

      Thanks to the internet, finding beauty tips has never been easier. Aside from user-created... more

      Thanks to the internet, finding beauty tips has never been easier. Aside from user-created articles on sites like this very one, there are also beauty tips and tricks offered by internet users we probably would have never heard of if not for this technology. While you can certainly find beauty advice on eHow and watch the videos from professionals on the site, you can also search the rest of the web for tried and true techniques that work for beauty mavens giving you beauty advice from their own homes. These days, makeup and beauty lovers even give reviews on products that have or have not worked for them, which you may find helpful if you enjoy experimenting with makeup yourself.

      For an example of homemade videos that might contain beauty tips and tricks you can use, take a look at http://youtube.com/LeaWhiteFeather

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