Makeup – choose your colours wisely!
As with the clothes we choose, makeup is merely an extension of our look. There’s a vast array of cosmetics on display at makeup counters, but how do you know what to choose?
It can feel rather daunting at some of the brightly lit with un-natural light in some department stores. What seems to look good in the shop, may not suit you best when you get home. This can be both disappointing and costly.
Heres my three tips to avoid making those mistakes
First, understand and determine the needs of your skin. Adopt a good skincare routine together with a good, balanced, healthy diet. Oily skin requires different products to those with dry skin.
Secondly, your makeup look and choices will be determined by your style and lifestyle in much the same way as your clothing choices. If you don’t have the time or you prefer a more natural look, then you won’t want to spend an hour putting on a face! What’s more, if you did, you’re not likely to recognise the person staring back at you in the mirror either.
Third, choose your makeup colours wisely. Your makeup should flatter and enhance your features and can be used to hide and disguise any flaws too. Choosing shades suited to your colouring type will make you look radiant whilst others can make you look unhealthy or age you prematurely. You don’t need me to tell you to avoid this look!
What next?
When was the last time you checked the contents of your makeup bag? If you’ve got items lurking in the bottom that you’ve had for years, be warned. Makeup has a shelf life too. Bin anything which is more than two years old and if something doesn’t look or smell as you expect – bin that too.
Most packaging these days has a use by date which is indicated by an open pot sign with the number of months written inside. By way of an example, if the little pot says ’12’ then the shelf life is 12 months. Beyond this, it’s not at it’s best so be sure to throw it out to avoid infection and remain hygienic.
As a guide, keep the following life spans in mind from the time they are first opened:
- Mascara – 3 to 6 months
- Lipstick, Lip gloss, foundation, concealer – 12 months
- Pencils, Cream Eyeshadows and blusters – 18 months
- Powders, eyeshadows, blushers and bronzers – 24 months
Good hygiene is a must so wash your makeup brushes regularly. I use a brush cleanser and a ‘brush egg’ which allows me to give the brushes a proper clean between clients and they are very cheap to buy online too.
Throw away any disposable sponges once used or wash after each use. Any velour sponges should be washed weekly and replaced regularly.
Finally, give the bag a clean too!
If you’d like help reviewing your makeup bag then get in touch. I offer a free makeup assessment in which I prescribe the cosmetic shades which compliment your colouring type based upon the Colour me Beautiful tonal panel system.
Book before 1 August and receive a free Colour me Beautiful purple branded zip up pouch.
Learn your best makeup shades and book today. Call or text 07958 657032 or email me toni.carver@tlcstyleandcolour.co.uk
Is it time to detox those wardrobes?
Every so often, it’s worth opening those wardrobe doors and having a clear out!
This type of detox can be a time consuming task and one which usually fills people with dread! Make sure you give yourself enough time to do this!
Often clients ask if I can help them and of course I am more than happy to do so. In my experience, people find it easier if someone else helps as it can be quite an overwhelming task. Click here for more details.
If you’ve heard me at a talk or had a consultation with me then you may have heard me mention the 80/20 rule. This is that most women only wear 20% of the clothes in their wardrobe 80% of the time. Plus, I have found that there are many women who have more than one wardrobe full of clothes!!
The key thing here is about ensuring that what you have in your wardrobe is right for you. If you’ve got five identical items and nothing to wear them with, then they won’t get worn.
It’s the same with sale shopping. We all love a bargain! But it’s only ever a real bargain if you actually wear it!
If you have clothes languishing in the back of your wardrobe and *shock* still with labels on…then something has gone wrong!
Here’s some tips on detoxing those wardrobes:
- Is it in the right colour for you which compliments your features and characteristics such as your skin tone?
- Does it fit? And I mean properly!
- Is it in good condition? If a button has fallen off or the hem stitching has come undone, can it easily be repaired? If it can, make sure you do or you won’t wear it!
- How do you feel when you wear it? This is key as if you don’t feel good wearing something, you won’t even leave the house.
- Have you got at least three other items in your wardrobe that you can wear it with?
If the answer is no then I’m afraid it’s time to say good bye.
If you need some help, please get in touch with me and I come and help you to detox those wardrobes with pleasure!