Ring In The New Year Like A Rockstar With These Amped-Up Beauty Picks!
by Alex Gambardella
Dec 31, 2009 8:24 AM PST
It might just be my inner Vegas showgirl talking, but when I think New Year's beauty, I imagine sparkles, sequins, glitter, metallics -- the works. But the truth is, when you're already planning on blinging yourself out head-to-toe with sequin pumps, a brocade dress, and a sparkly headband (not to mention some statement jewelry), piling on full-blown stage-worthy makeup can end up taking your look from dazzling to just plain drag queen. My advice? You can still have countdown-festive makeup that twinkles without taking it overboard. Bright blue nail polish, foiled eyeshadow, and shimmery versions of your favorite blush are great ways to add impact and shine to your NYE look without overpowering your outfit. For more fun ways to beautify yourself on the last night of 2009, check the slideshow!
Get Perfectly Rosy Cheeks With Cream Blushes!
by Alex Gambardella
Dec 1, 2009 2:22 PM PST
You've got to admit that as much as you used to dread holiday get-togethers as a kid because your Aunt Millie wouldn't quit pinching your cheeks, she never failed to give your face some fabulous color. But now that you're old enough to appreciate a rosy glow and your relatives have ceased fussing and cooing over you, you have to resort to cosmetics to get that same natural flush... unless of course you'd rather stand outside in the cold and let Jack Frost nip at your cheeks for awhile. Pain doesn't have to equal beauty, though, and since the winter season's cold weather really likes to dry out your skin, opt for a cream or gel blush (as opposed to powder) to get that tickled-pink look without drying out your face. The key to natural-looking rosiness is to stick with a non-waxy formula -- like this sheer multipurpose stick from Nars or Maybelline's lightweight cream -- for ultimate blendability that will still let your skin breathe beneath the color. Check out the slideshow for the selection of my favorite winter-friendly blushes!
