Things You’ll Need: eye-shadow-brushes

To get saucer-like eyes, make a V shape with a small eye shadow brush and blend upward. Discover how to get saucer-like eyes with tips from a professional makeup artist in this free video about easy makeup tips. more »

Nothing provides better coverage or helps you create dramatic looks quite like a makeup brush. Quality makeup brushes aren't cheap, but they're worth every penny. A complete brush collection should include an eyebrow defining brush and comb, an eye shadow brush, a large powder brush and a thin eyeliner brush. Many women prefer to apply foundation and lipstick with brushes as well. Brush maintenance is key to getting the most out of whatever brushes you use. more »

A little bit of blush can brighten up your cheeks, and a swipe of matte lipstick can boost your confidence. While using makeup sparingly may help you accent your most attractive features, there are some women that feel incomplete without their daily routine of makeup. Some can not walk to the mailbox without having makeup on. It is possible to emotionally tie yourself to makeup and feel exposed without it. If your friends and family do not recognize you without your makeup on, then its safe to assume that you have crossed this line. There are ways to use makeup without having to feel that your entire face must be completely done. Put down the tube of mascara or drop the eye shadow brush, and continue to read if you believe you need to wean yourself from makeup. more »

Clean your makeup brushes clean routinely will improve the application of your makeup. Clean brushes will ensure your skin is exposed to the least amount of oil, dirt or bacteria which can cause blemishes or acne. Washing your makeup brushes will also strip off the built-up gunk and make the bristles feel softer on your face! The frequency you wash your brush set depends on how often you use them. It is better to wash them at least once a month then not at all, but here is a guide lien to follow: Foundation Makeup Brush – once a week Powder Brush – once a week Blush Brush – Once a week Eye Shadow Brush – every 2-3 days Eye liner Brush – after every use more »

You can apply Sephora eye shadows several different ways. The company offers a wide variety of colors, some with a matte finish and some that shimmer. Your choice of colors and finishes will vary depending on the look you want to achieve. Some prefer a subtle, clean look using just one or two colors. Others will prefer layering several colors to create smokey eyes for a more dramatic look. For a standard daytime look using one of Sephora's four-color palettes, apply the lightest shades all over your eyelid and use the darker colors in the crease and corners closest to your nose. Blend using an eye shadow brush. more »