Looks By Luann: September 2013

My Tips on How to Start Wearing Makeup

9/16/2013

If you want to start wearing makeup but don’t know where to begin, here are my tips:

1. Start simple. Wearing foundation every single day is not necessary. I suggest applying concealer under your eyes, on your eyelid, and any blemishes or uneven skin. You can use your finger, a concealer brush, or a sponge/beauty blender, whichever you prefer. Don’t apply it too heavily; you want to blend it well ...so you can achieve a natural look. (My favorite is MAC Prolongwear concealer)

2. Apply (a full coverage) powder, or any powder of your choice, all over your face to even out your skin without clogging your pores. All you need for this is a big fluffy brush. (My favorite is MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation)

3. Apply your favorite blush to the apples of your cheeks. I think so many girls skip blush and it’s a huge mistake. It helps shape your face and adds such a feminine touch to your look.
These three products will change your look completely. I guarantee you will look younger and well rested instantly! Whether you use drugstore brands or more expensive products you will definitely see a major difference.

So many women skip face makeup and only wear mascara and/or eyeliner. I personally think face makeup is more important. (Obviously you can then add mascara and eyeliner once you are done with your face makeup). Hope this helps!

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How I Clean My Makeup Brushes

9/13/2013

This is a typical Friday night for me...

How I wash my makeup brushes:

I use shampoo (some people say to use baby shampoo but I find it doesn't get the makeup out as well) I also use a spa glove from Sigma: www.sigmabeauty.com always wash your brushes holding the handle in the air with the brush hairs facing down so water doesn't get in the metal shaft of your brush (that's what ruins them and makes them come loose). All of my brushes are from Sigma and a handful I own are from MAC so it is very important for me to take care of my brushes. They are an amazing investment and if you care for them properly they will last you forever!

Here is a video so you can get a better idea:

Sigma Spa Glove Demo Video

My New Favorite Blush

9/12/2013

I wanted to share a new beautiful blush I just purchased with you all. It's NARS's "Deep Throat" and I think it's something every girl needs in their collection (no pun intended). It is such a perfect color, not too pink, not too peach, just right! Blush is definitely one of my favorite makeup items, and I highly recommend this color as a collection must. What are your thoughts?

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Lipstick of the Day

9/5/2013

Today I went with MAC's "Girl About Town" lipstick pared with MAC's "Beet" lipliner. I cannot tell you how many compliments I got on this look! What do you guys think? What are your favorite lip combos?

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OMG My #1 YouTube Guru Tweeted Me Back!!!

8/29/2013

Umm is this real life?! My #youtube IDOL @jaclynhill tweeted me back!!! AHHHH #jaclynhill #makeupguru #myidol #makeupjunkie #looksbyluann

Words cannot even begin to describe how EXCITED I was when my IDOL, Jaclyn Hill, tweeted ME back!! AHHHH!!! It would be such a dream come true for me to work with Jaclyn Hill one day I watch her YouTube channel religiously and I love her personality and how down-to-earth she is, especially when it comes to her fans.

If you want to see why I'm raving like a lunatic I HIGHLY suggest checking out her YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/Jaclynhill1

8/30/2013

UMM So Jaclyn Hill and I are pretty much BEST FRIENDS NOW lol OH, and if you want to check out her blog for her tips and reviews click here: http://jaclynhillmakeup.com/blog-2/