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Maybelline New York Master Glaze By FaceStudio

Arianne Suggs January 13, 2015January 13, 2015Leave a Comment

1966 Magazine Editor Alicia Suggs dishes on her new favorite beauty product and explains why it could just be your next beauty buy as well.

1966: Okay Alicia so tell us about this product that you are obsessed with now.

Alicia: Alright, it’s called Maybelline New York Master Glaze By FaceStudio and the shade that I am currently wearing in the picture is Make a Mauve. I love it because at times I have such a hard time finding a blush that will give me a more natural flush. I have a very yellow undertone to my skin so applying strong red or super pink blushes makes me look like Homie the Clown (laughs). Not a good look!

1966: What type of blush do you normally wear then?

Alicia: I usually just stick to a blush that is more peachy-orange. I find that such a shade is more universally pleasing on all skin tones so I stick to that family of tints. However, I love the look of rosy cheeks on women, to me it gives such a youthful, fresh look to the skin.

1966: Agreed. So then, why do you recommend Maybelline New York Master Glaze?

Alicia: If you have a strong undertone like me, you already know the struggle. This product seems to almost diffuse the yellow undertone giving me a nice warm complexion. Also, it lasts and stays on all day without having to reapply which helps save on product and money in the end.

1966: Thanks Alicia for taking the time the share and everyone go check out Maybelline New York Master Glaze by FaceStudio!

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Beauty Wishlist: Tarte Bon Voyage Collector’s Set and Travel Bag

Arianne Suggs December 18, 2014December 18, 2014Leave a Comment

Why You Want It: If you are a fan of Tarte products you will want to get your hands on this new exclusive as well as limited edition makeup set. The Tarte Bon Voyage Collecter’s Set includes 7 Tarte essentials to help you achieve a glamorous makeup look while even on-the-go. Keep your lush products altogether thanks to a nifty and elegant travel bag.

How Much: $59

Where: Sephora.com

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Shine Bright

Arianne Suggs December 4, 2014December 4, 2014Leave a Comment

Beauty Quickie: Many women stop at just concealer in order to make their eyes look like sparkling diamonds. Concealer works to hide dark circles, but adding a layer of highlighter on top of this product can do wonders! Adding highlighter on top of concealer will give skin an iridescent shimmer thus making the eyes look brighter and awake.

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Cleanse Makeup Brushes With Baby Shampoo

Arianne Suggs December 2, 2014December 2, 2014Leave a Comment

Beauty Quickie: Sometimes makeup brushes can take a beating causing fibers to fall out or be damaged by harsh detergents. Prevent this by using a gentle shampoo in order to can clean brushes and keep them in shape as well as ready for use. Either lather up the brushes with the shampoo or allow them to soak in a cup. Add a small amount of baby shampoo to water then swish your brushes around and allow them to sit in the cup. After a bit rinse the makeup brushes and gently dry them.

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Get the Red Lip Without the Intensity

Arianne Suggs November 6, 2014November 6, 2014Leave a Comment

Beauty Quickie: Red lip color is a beauty trend, but many women stay away from it because such a shade can be a little more boisterous than other tints. Therefore, how can you wear red lipstick without all the intensity? One way is to apply the red lip color (make sure it matches your skin’s undertone) then blot it off so that it is more of a lip stain. Another option would be to apply the lipstick with your finger instead of straight from the tube. This way you will be able to control how much product is applied, thus controlling the color as well.

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Urban Decay Little Perversion Kit Fall 2014

Arianne Suggs November 5, 2014November 5, 2014Leave a Comment

This fall Urban Decay has it’s focus on your dashing little peepers. Therefore, if you are looking for a new mascara or long-lasting eyeliner then you will want to head on over to your local Sephora. The Urban Decay Little Perversion Kit for Fall 2014 comes in a nifty black bag equipped with Urban Decay’s new mascara, three water-proof eyeliners as well as the Subversion Lash Primer. So then, grab yourself a kit and get busy making your eyes the center of everyone’s attention.

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Easy Contouring For High Cheek Bones

Arianne Suggs November 4, 2014November 4, 2014Leave a Comment

Yes, you should proudly work what your mama gave you, but a little enhancement never hurt anyone either! In recent years contouring has become big makeup business due to its amazing transforming effects. Women used to need painful surgeries or treatments in order to achieve their ideal facial features. However, now with a brush and some know-how women can contour their way to their idea of perfection.

Naomi, Fatima and Iman are all supermodels that have amazing bone structure. Their high cheek bones are highly sought after and now you can contour your face so that it appears to have higher cheek bones. All you have to do is apply bronzer under the cheekbone then use highlighter on the cheekbone and blend well. Blending is half the battle to having a flawless look. Once blended you are ready for the catwalk or your selfie close-up!

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Where Should Blush Start?

Arianne Suggs November 3, 2014November 3, 2014Leave a Comment

Ah, the great blush debate as been going on for many years and seems to be ever changing. For instance, women have been told to only apply blush on the apple of their cheeks. just below or just above the cheek bones and even with the focus near the ears. With so many different application techniques regarding blush, where exactly should blush begin?

In modern times the Two Finger method has come in to play when applying the rosy stuff. What does the Two Finger method entail? When applying your blush shade of choice allow about two fingers width from your nose and this is where your blush should start.

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Help! I Don’t Know My Skin Undertone!

Arianne Suggs October 23, 2014October 23, 2014Leave a Comment

When buying cosmetics it is important to know if you skin undertone is warm or cool. Products are usually designed with these aspects in mind and if you get it wrong you could possibly wind up resembling Ronald McDonald. To avoid this beauty blunder you just need to perform a quick little test.

Start off by standing in front of a mirror while holding an orange piece of paper up next to your face. Observe whether doing so causes your skin to give off a glowing appearance. If you glow then this means you have warm undertones, if not, you are apart of the cool family and that’s “cool” too.

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Coconut Oil-The Natural Makeup Remover

Arianne Suggs August 5, 2014August 5, 2014Leave a Comment

There are so many harmful ingredients that get manufactured into makeup products these days. It is no wonder why some women suffer harsh reactions including breakouts just from the cosmetics that they use. Finding natural products to utilize can help cut down on any chances of makeup drawbacks.

This is even true in the methods that you use to remove your makeup. We all do it in different ways and there is not necessarily a wrong procedure. Nevertheless, coconut oil is an all natural method that can yield great results. If you prefer the solid version, simply take a small amount and swipe it where necessary to remove your makeup. Or use a cotton ball that has been moistened with the coconut oil to perform the removal. Either way you will be able remove your cosmetics as well as provide great moisture for your skin.