09 Jul 2009
by riomay1962
in Beter Face, Circular Motion, Clean Effect, Clean Face, Deeper Color, Even Application, Fast Dry, Glowing Effect, Moisturized Face, Right Formulation, Right Shade, Several Dots, Very Ideal of Women, Warm Undertone
Tags: Blush Color, Cheek Apples, Cream, Cream Blush, Deep Color, Dry Skin, Fresh Effect, Gel, Long-wearing, Luminous Effect, Moisturinzing Properties, Natural Flush, Oily Skin, Older Skin, Powder, Powder Blush, Retouch, Rich Properties, Skin Type, Smooth Application, Undertones, Waterproof, Yellow-base Blush Color
If you have warm undertones, you will look best in yellow-based blush color such as peach and terra cotta. If you are on the cool side, then blue-based pinks and berries will work for you.
After determining your right shade, the next step is to choose the right formulation for your skin type.
Powder—best for oily skin. It is normally matte finish. When applying, smile exaggeratedly into the mirror to reveal the apples of your cheeks. Dip the brush into the powder, tap off any excess to avoid streaking, then apply it on, using circular motions and moving from cheeks to the temples.
Cream—better for people with dry or older skin because of its rich and moisturizing properties. The effect is fresh and luminous, like a natural flush.
Dab several dots on the apple of the cheeks and use your fingers to blend them in a circular motion. You can also dust a layer of powder blush on top of the cream blush for a deeper color.
Liquid or gel—these are harder to apply because they dry fast. But they are the best because they’re waterproof and long-wearing. They are very ideal for women who are on the go and don’t have time to retouch. Apply them sparingly, though.
And never apply them on top of powder for they will get streaky. Always apply on a clean face or, better yet, on a moisturized face. This will ensure a smooth application. Always wash hands immediately after blending to prevent stains on your fingers. – Barbie Chan
E-MAIL bc_maybelline_ny@yahoo.com
17 Jun 2009
by riomay1962
in Bad Idea, Junking Soap, More Expensive Skin Cleansers, More Oil, More Sophisticated Skin
Tags: Alcohol-based Astringents, Astringents, Bad Practices, Conventional Wisdom, Deadly Cycle, Drying Effect, Evening Functions, Excess Oil, Harmful Practice, Harsh Astringents, Nail Polish, Oil-regulating Line, Oily Skin, Opposite Effect, pH Balance, Regular Washing, Skin Cleansers, Sophisticated Skin
Bad practices
Like people at My Beauty Hub, King and her colleagues at Nivea have taken pains to correct consumers’ commonly accepted but harmful practices in skin care.
Conventional wisdom, for instance, dictates that the best way to manage oily skin is via regular washing with soap and water. Some even resort to strong, alcohol-based astringents to keep the shine at bay. Bad idea.
King describes such practices as part of the “deadly cycle.” Since soap and harsh astringents have a drying effect, they strip the skin of its so-called pH balance. That’s not the end of it.
Stripping your skin of excess oil has an opposite effect. In no time at all, the brain will feel something is amiss with your skin and signal it to produce more oil. In short, the more you strip your skin of oil, the oilier it becomes.
“That’s why we have an oil-regulating line,” King adds. “The trick isn’t to strip the face of oil, but to regulate it.”
It seems Gonzalez and Coscolluela are right in junking soap and water in favor of more sophisticated and expensive skin cleansers. But are they brave enough to use makeup for men, especially if doing so will make them look like a brooding Johnny Depp?
“As long as it’s not too obvious, why not?” says Gonzalez, “If the occasion calls for it, especially during evening functions, I don’t see anything wrong.”
“I’m not going to say no, but neither am I going to say yes,” says Coscolluela. “I think they’re good products, and if they work for you, then use them. I draw the line at lipstick and nail polish. The eyeliner is something I have to think about.”
Eyeliner for daily use? Men have indeed come a long way from their soap-and-water days. – Alex Vergara avergara@inquirer.com.ph
