latest hair styles

If you have been paying attention to current trends and the latest hairstyles you've probably noticed famous actresses and other celebrities inspire that most of them. If you'll recall red hair gained sudden popularity after Julia Roberts appeared in "Pretty Woman". Pixie cuts became all the rage after Edie Sedgwick's appearance in an Andy Warhol film and Mia Farrow brought back the styles of the roaring 20's after her appearance in The Great Gatsby. She also inspired several pixie cuts after her appearance in Rosemary's Baby.

If you're looking for a celebrity hairstyle that has experiences monumental longevity, consider the "Rachel" hairstyle worn by Jennifer Anniston in 1996. This is one of the most popular hairstyles requested nearly a decade later.

Paris Hilton is another celebrity whose locks are often imitated. Together with her on again off again gal pal Nicole Richie, they have created the current trend of long, straight, blonde tresses. Of course this is a throwback to Susan Dey from the Partridge Family as well as the look for Jacqueline Suzanne's Valley of the Dolls. Another actress that is a master of the sleek straight look for hair is Gwyneth Paltrow.

There were brief periods when girls were teasing their bangs and wrapping brightly colored and wildly patterned scarves around their heads. There were also trends in which girls would roll their hair with hot rollers so that their hair would curve up in the manner of televisions Bewitched's Samantha.

Gwen Stefani is another trendsetter when it comes to hair. Her platinum locks are timeless and trendy at the same time setting the bar back in the 1940's and providing a look that most girls of today dream of when it comes to hair. Some of the latest hairstyles include a circle of braids around the top of the head or with bangs swept to the side and bunds on either side of the head. Christina Aguilera is another star that uses plenty of retro inspired hairstyles and keeps her locks bleached extremely white.

If you loved the looks of the 60's you'll be glad to know that they are also making a comeback. This hairstyle gained a good deal of popularity when it was adopted by Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen and again by Lindsay Lohan. More celebrities wearing the tousled long locks that hippies were famous for are Michelle Pfeiffer and Patricia Arquette.

With the recent release of Marie Antoinette on the big screen it should come as no surprise if the stunning and complicated hairstyles worn by Kirsten Dunst begin making their ways to salons and parties in your area

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bridal makeup

As a new bride, you know it's important for your makeup to look perfect on your big day. It doesn't matter if your wedding will be on a white sandy beach or at night, under the stars, keeping your makeup simple will help you to look and feel like the queen you are. Here are a few tips to help you get the perfect bridal makeup look in time for your ceremony.

1. Get a facial done two weeks prior to your wedding. The reason for the long wait time is because some facials can leave your skin looking reddish and irritated, so you want to make time for your skin to heal, and especially if you get one of those chemical peels.

2. Drinking lots of pure water is the best way possible to maintain a clear complexion. Water also helps to flush out impurities from your skin. So, make sure you keep a few bottles of water with you every day.

3. If you choose to do your makeup yourself to save a little cash, be sure to get all the beauty tips you can from various beauty consultants and leave months in advance to practice until you've got your look down... perfect.

4. If you tend to get a little weepy during wedding, it's a strong possibility you'll start to cry during your wedding as well. So, picking waterproof mascara is ideal for teary eyes.

5. Remember, shine is the # 1 enemy for photos so keep away from anything too glittery or shiny. Makeup looks best if it has a matte finish in neutral tones, but soft pastels look soft and pretty as well.

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lips makeup

First, apply a thin layer of light foundation on your lips evenly. Then apply a little bit of powder. These two steps will help you remove the color and help the lipstick color to last longer time.

Choose the lip liner with the matching color to your lipstick. Rest your elbows on the table (this help you reduce your hand vibration and give you smoother lip outline), then draw the outline of the natural lip line starting for your upper lip first, and then your lower one. If you want your lips to look bigger, draw the border outside your original lip line, if you want them to look smaller, draw the border inside your original lip line.

Now, you can apply your lip stick for the first time, then blot with tissue by pressing slightly, and then reapply the lip stick again. It is better to use a brush to apply your lip stick if possible. Different lip color can also give you a little bit different on the thickness of your lips, the lighter colors make them look thicker while the darker ones make them thinner.

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eyes makeup

When applying makeup for Asians, do not forget that there are numerous options available to you. A combination of eyeliner pencil, liquid eyeliner and shadow will provide your eyes with the greatest degree of definition. If you are in possession of all of these cosmetics, it is advisable to make the most of them.

Eye makeup for Asians does not have to remain conventional; black and brown makeup is available in an assortment of shades. This includes makeup of the color of espresso as well as glittery makeup which make the eyes shimmer.

Dramatic makeup for Asians need not always be dark in color. Asian eyes stand out with shades of plum and raisin.

To give your eyes more depth, graduate your makeup from the eyelash line all the way up to the eyebrow. The darkest shade, to be used along the eyelash line, should be merged into lighter shades of color which are to be used near to the eyebrow.

Different eye shapes can be created with the use of Asian makeup. Dark colored eye makeup can be used to minimize the shape of the eyes while lighter colors can be used to make the eyes appear much larger.

With regards to color accents, Asian eyes are very versatile. Brown eyes can be complimented with light pink, gold and rust colored shades of Asian makeup.

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makeup artist

One of the things I hear from brides when they are first looking around for a wedding makeup artist is "I've never done this before, so I'm not really sure what I'm supposed to do." This is true! The majority of brides have never planned a wedding, and many have never hired a professional makeup artist. It can be confusing and overwhelming! I'm writing this as an insider in the industry, to help walk all of you inquiring brides-to-be through the process and to make it as easy and stress-free as possible.

The first step is to find the artists who service your area and make a list of ones you'd like to look into. Referrals from your venue, wedding planner or photographer are worth their weight in GOLD. They do weddings all the time, have worked with hundreds of other vendors, and know who is good. Most venues and planners have a "Recommended Vendor List" that they are happy to hand out to their booked brides. Photographers are always happy to make recommendations for reputable, talented makeup artists because the great ones make their jobs easier! (Less Photoshop and time spent editing? Oh yes!) Friends who have recently been married can also be a good source of referrals. Ask them who they used and if they'd use them again. And of course, the internet has made this a much easier task than in years past, and a simple internet search of "makeup artists in (insert town here)" should bring up a list of them. So now you have some potential artists chosen...

Their website and portfolio - Reputable bridal makeup artists will have a professional-looking website that showcases images of their work. Beware of websites that use stock images or overly edited photos. Also, keep in mind that a tacky looking website is often a sign of tacky taste - and most likely poor taste in makeup. Online portfolios should show a range of different looks, from barely-there natural makeup, to more dramatic evening looks. If only one makeup look is featured on their website, chances are pretty good it's the only look they know how to do, and it's the look you and everyone in your bridal party is going to get.

Style - Does the makeup represented on the makeup artist's website represent the style of makeup you are looking for? If you are into romantic makeup looks paired with dewy skin, you'll want to stay away from the artists who prefer the heavy contour, Instagram-type looks. And vice versa - if you like the heavier Kim Kardashian makeup look, then the artists who showcase more natural makeup looks aren't going to be the right choice for you.

Reviews - There are so many places online for consumers to leave and find reviews. Use them! For wedding vendors, sites like The Knot, WeddingWire and Yelp are fantastic resources. Check out the reviews for each makeup artist you are considering, but keep some things in mind. First, it's become increasingly easier for businesses to set up fake reviews for themselves. If you are scrolling through their reviews and see dozens of 5-star ones all within a few days, that business probably paid people to leave those reviews for them. This is usually done to counteract previous negative reviews, as it boosts up their overall rating. I recommend searching through a businesses reviews by "lowest rating" whenever possible. Second, it's normal for a business to have one or two less than 5-star reviews. Everybody is different and people appreciate different things. 3-stars under value could mean that client didn't value their amazing $100 makeup application as much as they valued their $2000 pair of Jimmy Choo shoes. Also sometimes bad reviews can be left in retaliation if a client was unhappy about not getting their way about something. I wouldn't fret about one or two less than perfect reviews, but if you see a significant number of them, that should be cause for concern.

Personality and Connection - Something that a lot of people don't put much weight on is the personality of a makeup artist and the personal connection you have with them. Their makeup skills are amazing? Fantastic! Their personality not so golden? It's more important than you think. You'll be spending hours with this artist on one of the most important days of your life. You should like them, and want to have them around. Whether it be through email, over the phone, or in person, make sure this makeup artist makes you feel good! Past reviews can be great for this. Look for key phrases like "I felt like I've known her forever!" or "she was so soothing and calming during such a stressful time". Some people are just naturally "people" people. Those are the ones you'll want to hire.

Price - Price is something I have to mention, because it can be such an important deciding factor for so many brides. You'll need to choose a makeup artist who fits into your wedding budget, but keep in mind that in this aspect, you truly do get what you pay for. Makeup artists at the higher end of the price scale are there for a reason: they use high-end quality products, they've paid for special training, they practice proper sanitation (all those disposables and sanitizing products can get expensive!), and they have skills and experience that lesser priced artists usually can't match. For that perfect bridal look you've envisioned, and flawless wedding photos to boot, choose an artist at the top of your price range.

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