The Lipstick Revolution

For decades, lipstick has been on of the basic cosmetic staples for millions of women, and over the years there have been many transformations not only in the kinds of lipsticks, but in the palette of available lipstick colors, and the amount of wear they offer, Tube lipsticks, lip liners, and lip glosses all have their uses, but most women prefer one variety of lip color over the other two.  From super shiny, deep reds and scarlets to the nearly transparent lip glosses with just the faintest hints of color, there are lipsticks appropriate for every occasion and age group. (more…)

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Taking On That Lipstick Stain

There are few things more annoying than watching your lipstick travel from your lips to your, or somebody else’s collar, and in addition to the embarrassment, you can be out an otherwise perfectly good shirt if you do not treat the lipstick stain promptly.  But a lipstick stain can almost always be taken care of with common household cleaners like dish detergent and laundry pre-wash, or in a pinch with rubbing alcohol or even hair spray.  The trick is to treat the stain before it has a chance to set, and to dab it gently instead of rubbing at it. (more…)

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Why Discount Cosmetics Are Discount Cosmetics

You may shudder at the cost of department store cosmetics, yet hesitate to purchase discount cosmetics.  But many of the discount cosmetics at the discount retail stores were once on the department store shelves, but have simply passed their expiration dates.  And while other discount cosmetics are from les known companies which do not spend as much on either ingredients or advertising as the major cosmetics manufacturers, they still can produce reasonably decent products for their reasonable prices.  But don’t bother even with discount cosmetics if you are lucky enough to already have skin that looks great on its own! (more…)

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Guys, Gals, And Cosmetics

You’re a male floundering around for a special gift for the significant female in your life, and think she would love a new supply of cosmetics.  But you will have to either get the information on which cosmetics she uses from her female friends, or, if you are living together, observe her in the course of her daily makeup rituals and make a note of what cosmetics she uses.  You can extend the detective work to her pre and post makeup supplies as well.  Order your cosmetics online and take them to a florist for wrapping.  And enjoy her enjoyment! (more…)

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Cheap Cosmetics: Looking Your Best On A Budget

Cheap Cosmetics:  Looking Your Best On A Budget

From the time most girls reach adolescence throughout their entire adult lives, they depend on cosmetics to keep them looking their best.  But cosmetics can be budget breakers, so the smart cosmetics consumer wanting cheap cosmetics will keep her eyes open for discontinued high end cosmetics at upscale department stores, or take advantage of promotions offering cheap cosmetics at introductory prices.  While buying the best possible foundation and powder is always essential, there are cheap cosmetics for eyes and lips which can be used to create stunning yet natural effects, and let the women who use them look their best. (more…)

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The Secret To Eye Liner Application

Eye liner can be one of the most effective accents for your eyes, but should never be applied in a way which makes it more than that.  You can choose between liquid, cake, and pencil eyeliner, but always use one in a color to complement your eye color.  Liquid eyeliner is better for dramatic occasions and cake or pencil eye liners are fine for everyday use.  Applying eye liner correctly takes some practice, and requires you to take your time, and make your line as narrow as possible while still being an effective accent.  But it will be worth it! (more…)

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