You've heard the hype over the Beautyblender sponge, but are you using it correctly? This egg-shaped sponge isn't your ordinary makeup applicator, after all. You may be missing one crucial step to getting the most flawless, even foundation application out there (besides, of course, using an airbrush).
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When it comes to Cannes Film Festival, some people are focused on the actors, others on the fashion, but we are zooming in on the manicures. The glamorous dresses call for equally exciting beauty looks and nail designs. Get an up close look at the best nail art and polish spotted in the South of France.
The 66th Annual Cannes Film Festival has kicked off with stars including French beauty Audrey Tatou, Emma Watson and Carey Mulligan hitting the red carpet. But it's not just actresses we're beauty snooping, models including Cara Delevingne as well! We'll be updating the Cannes Film Festival beauty looks as the photos come to hand but for now, click, click. . .
Yesterday marked the launch of Versus Versace, and the event was a star-studded affair. Celebrities like Heidi Klum and Hayden Panettiere stepped out sporting some seriously gorgeous beauty looks that almost distracted us from the beautiful clothing. Want to see more? Just keep clicking.
It's usually wise to stay away from sweeping generalisations, but it's pretty safe to say that red lipstick will never go out of style. From dark brick to candy apple, red lipstick has been a staple in makeup kits since the beginning of beauty time (whenever that was). On lips, this fiery hue conveys both sophistication and fearlessness. You'll find numerous shades for different skin tones, every occasion, and complementary eye-makeup ideas when you peruse this celebrity-inspired guide.
Zooey Deschanel is the queen of quirky nail art designs. This roundup of her best manicures is sure to inspire an impromptu trip to the salon — even some DIY nail sessions at home.
It's hard to pick up a magazine or browse the net without seeing Miss Zoe Saldana's beautiful mug gracing the space somewhere. Getting her cinematic start in 2000's Centre Stage (can you believe?), Zoe's become a household name — not just for her acting chops, but for her ace fashion choices and gorgeous hair and makeup looks at practically every event she goes to. Lately, we've seen lots of this lady — she's on the press circuit for Star Trek: Into Darkness, and she's been killing it every which way. Whether she's rocking a red lip (one of her makeup staples) or bouncing some flouncy curls, she always looks a million bucks. Ready for a beauty blast from the past? Come this way!
The top knot trend seems like it's going to be sticking around for a while, and it's not hard to see why. The style is easy enough for everyday wear, keeps your neck cool, and can transition to a casual night out with just the addition of some bold makeup. But like all styles that look like they're not hard to do (hello, beachy waves), the top knot can be a little tricky to master. For a simple step-by-step to get this chic yet undone bun, just keep reading.
When you stop into the salon for a professional blow dry, your hair just seems to behave better. Women with thick hair get the polished look they crave, while ladies with flat strands get the volume they desire. Save time and money with these at-home blow dry tricks that won't have you blasting your hair with heat either.
Full-on volume: If you just can't contort your arms into the perfect position to get a great blow dry at home, you're better off trying hot rollers. Roll large sections using medium to jumbo rollers. As they cool down, you'll get the same root-lifting effect of a round-brush blow dry (without all the exercise). Opt for a flexible-hold hair spray and brush through with your fingers, so the curls fall out for a more natural bounce.
Sleek and smooth: Let your hair air dry until 90 percent of the moisture is gone, then blow-dry hair with a round brush until sleek. Use a flat iron to smooth roots, and spritz hair with dry shampoo like Batiste Dry Shampoo ($8.49) as a finishing touch for the ultimate volume.
Chrissy Teigen isn't like the other models you might have heard about. First of all, she loves fried chicken and rarely washes her face. But the fact that she doesn't fit the typical model bill is one of our favourite things about her, especially her knack for hilarious commentary on Twitter. And no one can deny that whatever she's doing yields beautiful results. "Less really is more. I feel uncomfortable if I go too far outside the box," she told us in an interview. "So do what makes you feel beautiful and it all works out," she says. Find out more beauty tidbits the Gillette Venus spokeswoman had to share, from the product fiancé John Legend borrows, her bridal beauty plans, and the makeup technique she lifted from Kim Kardashian when you read our interview
