Firestyle Magazine Issue 7 - Spring 2017 | Page 33

Ever wondered how models
and actresses manage to look
so gorgeous all the time?
Well, we’ve got the answers.
Professional
Beauty Secrets:
By Helen Taylor
Clever Contouring
Kim Kardashian is known for her
flawless make-up look which
perfectly accentuates her
features and draws attention to
her razor-sharp cheekbones.
Skilled in the art of contouring,
her make-up artist cleverly uses
cosmetics to emphasis particular
parts of her face, which creates
her striking trademark look.
Here’s how you can get
cheekbones which rival Kim’s:
Firstly you’ll need to prime your
skin. Choose the primer that’s
right for you green toned versions
neutralise redness in the skin and
mattifying primers eradicate
shine. Smooth the product over
your entire face, after applying a
light moisturiser.
Next, select two foundations
in two different shades; the first
Here you’ll get the low-down on
those all-important tips and tricks
that are used by professionals all
over the world. So take note and
try out an A-list makeover yourself.
Perfect Pout
should be one shade lighter
than your natural skin tone
and the other one shade
darker. We’re used to seeing perfectly shaped,
kissable lips on every celebrity we can think
of. Here’s how to achieve the red carpet
look.
Apply the lighter foundation
to the centre of your
forehead, bring it down onto
the middle of your nose, in
a straight line this will make
your nose appear straighter
and slimmer apply under your
eyes and to the tops of your
cheekbones, then lastly to the
centre of your chin. Grab a neutral-coloured lip liner and begin
lining just outside the coloured part of your
lips to create a full effect.
Sweep the darker shade
under your cheekbones,
along the outer sides of your
nose either side of the lighter
colour and on your temples
and jaw line. Blend down
onto your neck so that you
don’t end up with a visible
foundation line. Choose a striking shade of red lipstick and
carefully apply the colour within the line using
a lip brush.
Use a light-reflecting not a
glittery or overly shimmery
highlighter to make certain
areas of your face really
stand out. Apply the product
under the arch of your
eyebrows, along the tops of
your cheekbones, down the
centre of your nose and on
your cupid’s bow.
To finish, and to bring the
entire look together, dust
translucent powder over your
entire face and add a touch
of colour to the apples of your
cheeks using a pink blusher.
Check your make-up in
natural light to make sure that
everything is well blended.
Define your ‘cupid’s bow’ by drawing a ‘V’ in
the centre curve of your top lip, bring the line
round and down using soft feathery strokes.
Line the curve of the bottom lip with the
same light movements, and soften by lightly
blending with your finger.
Finally add a touch of shimmery clear lip-
gloss to the centre of your lips to add instant
fullness.
Lovely Lashes
Long, luscious eyelashes are a must for
anyone in the spotlight. Most celebrities will
be sporting high quality lash extensions, but
you can still achieve an impressive look with
just a few basic tools.
Eyelash curlers are a must for every woman
- no matter what your age. Favoured by
professional make-up artists everywhere,
curlers serve to immediately open-up eyes
and add shape to lashes.
Liquid liner is essential too, not only does it
add definition, but it helps to create the look
of a thick lash line, so always apply to your
upper lashes before your mascara.
Choose a quality mascara to lengthen and
colour your lashes. Wipe the applicator
before use - to remove excess product which
can cause clumps - and work brush through
your lashes using a quick side to side motion,
ensuring that every area is covered.
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