Makeup Tips -- How to Apply Makeup
By Julyne Derrick, About.com Guide to Beauty
Our best makeup tips in one spot. Once you learn the basics, applying makeup isn't as daunting as it seems when you're standing in the midst of a makeup aisle. There are many tried-and-true tips and tricks that the experts know and we're sharing with you. Get these basics down, and you'll perfect a daytime and nighttime look.
Makeup Tips: Eyes
Your eyes are what people usually first notice about your appearance. Find out how to apply eyeliner, eyeshadow and mascara with these expert makeup tips and tricks.
- How to Apply Mascara
- How to Apply Eyeliner
- Eyeshadow Tips & Tricks
- How to Keep Eye Makeup in Place
- How to Make Eyes Look Bigger
- Make Up Eyes in Only Eight Steps
- How to Get Smoky Eyes
- Top 10 Eyeshadows
- Who Can Wear Vibrant Eyeshadows?
- Is it OK to Wear Green or Blue Eyeshadows?
- 9 Best Mascaras on the Market
- When Should I Throw Out Mascara?
- 15 Mascara Tips & Tricks
- Thou Shalt Not Play Up the Eyes & the Mouth
- Should You Splurge on Eyeshadow & Eyeliner ... or Save?
- Should You Splurge on Mascara & Eyelash Curlers ... or Save?
- Does Preparation H Really Help Puffy Eyes?
- How to Play Up Brown Eyes With Pale Skin
Makeup Tips: Eyebrows
When a woman has perfectly shaped brows, she can look put together even without a drop of makeup. This is why brow-shaping should be the one weekly beauty regimen you should never skip. Get more eyebrow makeup tips.
- How to Fill in Sparse Brows
- Oops, You Overplucked? Fix-it Tips
- How to Pluck Your Brows
- Why You Shouldn't Skip Shaping Your Brows
- Should You Splurge on Tweezers ... or Save?
Makeup Tips: Face
Even skin tone is your first priority (even over your eyes!). Find out how to choose and apply concealer and foundation with these makeup tips, then get the scoop on the proper blush application.
- Top 10 Foundation Picks
- Top 9 Concealers
- Top 10 Makeup Brushes
- How to Apply Concealer
- How to Apply Blush
- How to Fix Under-eye Circles
- How To Apply Makeup in Five Minutes
- Picking the Right Foundation
- How to Pick the Right Shade of Concealer
- Should You Splurge or Save on These Products?
- What's Best: Cream Blush or Powder?
- How to Remove Makeup
- Use Your Ring Finger to Apply Concealer
- The Most Important Part of Your Beauty Routine?
- Tips and Tricks for Foundation, Concealer, Blush
- Should You Splurge on Foundation & Concealer ... or Save?
- Should You Splurge on Blush, Bronzers & Powders ... or Save?
- Asian Skin: Best Foundations
Makeup Tips: Lips
So you weren't born with Angelina Jolie lips. Neither were we, but we can show you how to make your lips appear plumper (perhaps not THAT plump) with these makeup tips. Plus: Get the scoop on best glosses, lip balms (are they addictive?) and more.
- How to Get Rid of Scaly Lips
- Play Up the Eyes Or the Mouth, Not Both
- How Can I Keep Lipstick Off My Teeth?
- 16 Lipstick Tricks & Tips
- How to Wear Red Lipstick
- Is It Unsafe to "Eat" Lipstick?
- So, Do Lip Plumpers Really Work?
- How to Make Lips Appear Fuller
- Best Lip Glosses on the Market
- Should You Splurge on Lipstick & Lip Gloss ... or Save?
- How to 'Stain' Your Lips
- Whiter Teeth Trick
Makeup Tips: Nails
All you need to know about manicures and pedicures.
- How to Give Yourself a Manicure: 30 Basic Tips
- 5 Really Tacky Nail Trends
- How to Stay Safe at the Nail Salon
- How to Do a French Manicure
- Secret to Keeping Polish From Chipping
- 8 Color Tips for Nails
- Fix Cracked Cuticles
- Top Products for Cuticles
- Make a Pedicure Last Longer
- Give Yourself a Professional Pedicure
- How to Remove Stains From Nails: 4 Quick Tips
General Makeup Tips
Want to look younger? Older? Here, we share general makeup tips for all ages.
