Whether you call them vibrant, vamp, sexy, or bright, colorful lips are certainly a makeup trend for fall and winter 2011. The Fall/Winter 2011-2012 runway shows featured lips in a big way. From Diane von Furstenberg and Yves Saint Laurent, many designers opted to make lips stand out beautifully using lip makeup in shades for that were vibrant or saturated.
Some designers showed their collections on models whose pouts were gorgeous in shades of bright orange to bright red to even burgundy and dark purple. Others opted for more natural tones that kept lips looking nude, yet beautiful.
Fashion bloggers are calling it the season of contradiction, as there are two major trending makeup looks for lips that are both entirely different. Fashionistas this season will be right on the mark whether wearing a neutral nude or a bright shade of lipstick. There is one thing the two trends have in common, however. Lips need to be healthy looking and well shaped for both of these trending looks, as both put quite the focus on lips. If you are looking for the perfect lip shade this season or to get healthier looking, more symmetrical lips permanently, consult with an expert permanent makeup artist to learn more about permanent lip color.
Eyebrow sculpting is the hot new trend in male grooming. Men with bushy eyebrows are paying $75 a visit to have their out-of-control brows trimmed and plucked into submission at trendy salons in Manhattan and L.A. The Borat unibrow and Groucho Marx tangle are out. Today’s well-groomed man wants eyebrows that attract attention to his face without overwhelming it.
The well-groomed guybrow does not have a feminine arch. It forms a gentle curve that follows the upper contours of the eye socket. To tame bushy brows, eyebrow hair is thinned and overlong hairs are trimmed. Excessive hair growth above and below the natural brow line is removed to create a more defined brow. The goal of male eyebrow sculpting is to create a more handsome brow line without making it look “done.” Stylists sometimes leave a few stray hairs to give the brow a completely natural appearance.
For men whose problem is not too much eyebrow hair but too little, permanent cosmetics provide the perfect solution. In the hands of an experienced permanent makeup artist, individual eyebrow hairs are tattooed along the desired brow line, making eyebrows appear thicker, darker and completely natural. Permanent cosmetics can also recontour asymetrical brows and camouflage scars that mar the brow line. And because permanent eyebrows are tattooed into the skin, men don’t have to worry about them “coming off” in the shower or when they work out at the gym.
Have you ever added up what you spend on cosmetics in a year? At $20 to $50 dollars per item, the amount of money the average woman spends on high-quality brand name and celebrity cosmetics annually can be staggering, particularly when you consider that you’re only getting a few ounces of product every time you hand over your credit card.
Unfortunately, a cosmetics purchase is not a one-time expense. You, naturally, expect to periodically replenish favorite products as you use them up; but for health reasons, many cosmetics will have to be replaced several times a year, even if they’ve barely been used. Eyeliners and mascaras, in particular, can be breeding grounds for bacteria and should be replaced every 3 months to prevent harmful eye infections.
Tired of shelling out hundreds of dollars a year for cosmetics, a growing number of women are choosing permanent makeup. A specialized form of cosmetic tattooing, permanent makeup won’t run, smear or come off on your clothing. No more getting up early to put your face on. No more quick touch-ups before you meet an important client or go out to dinner. No more bland, blank face when you wake up in the morning. With permanent makeup your face looks expertly made up 24/7 and you never have to lift a finger!
The economy may be on the upswing; but executive and upper to middle management jobs cut during the depths of the recession are unlikely to be replaced in the foreseeable future, job analysts say. Corporate America is tightly focused on lean business practices from the board room to the machine shop floor. The result has been an intense escalation in competition for jobs and promotions. Companies are looking for energetic workers who can go the distance, and younger – or younger-looking — workers are reaping the biggest rewards. The national trend has caused a spike in hair coloring products, gym memberships and cosmetic surgery procedures as older, highly experienced workers seek a competitive edge in today’s new job market.
In executive circles it’s being called the Power Makeover. Savvy executives and execs-in-training — both male and female — are revamping their appearance to increase their competitive advantage in the workplace. The Power Look is one of youthful vitality combined with mature experience, and permanent makeup is playing a major role. Women are turning to permanent cosmetics for darker, perfectly-shaped eyebrows; expertly-applied permanent eyeliner; and fuller, more sensuous lips to create a cool, in-charge look that is board room perfect. With permanent makeup women can concentrate on getting the job done, confident that they look perfectly made up and calmly in control every minute of the day, no matter how hot the temperature gets in the board room.
The holiday party invitations are starting to roll in. You’ve probably already been shopping and found a darling little party dress that is sure to make you a stand out during the holiday social whirl. Just remember, your dress may be eye-catching, but it’s your makeup that will hold people’s attention long after you enter the room. If you want to create a memorable impression at this season’s holiday parties, your holiday makeup choice is as important as your dress and shoes or the way you style your hair.
It’s fun to glam up your makeup for the holidays. Glittering eyelids and sparkling lips are all part of the holiday fun. Just don’t over do it. Too much sparkle can make you look like an over-decorated Christmas tree! Professional makeup artists suggest adding a small amount of sparkle to a single feature to create a more sophisticated holiday look. Women who wear permanent makeup already have the beautiful foundation that is the basis for special holiday embellishments. Simply apply holiday makeup right over your permanent cosmetics.
What makeup looks are hot this holiday?
To make your lips sparkle during the holidays, choose a sheer red lip gloss with gold tones.
Gold eye shadow is this holiday’s hot new color. Antique gold and bronzy peach are top picks.
Strong brows are this year’s hottest makeup trend.
Illuminate your cheek bones with a shimmering facial whip accented with peach blush.
Posted in News & Info on 10/28/2010 09:34 am by Permanent Look
It’s been half a century since makeup catapulted John F. Kennedy to the presidency in 1960. You may be too young to have watched the first televised presidential debate, but makeup carried the day for JFK. He allowed TV makeup artists to powder away before the cameras rolled while his opponent, Richard Nixon, waved them away in a macho huff. Back then, manly men did not wear makeup! It was Nixon’s undoing. On camera Kennedy appeared cool and collected while a profusely sweating, heavily bearded Nixon looked sinister. The image mesmerized viewers and gave Kennedy the edge he needed to win the presidency.
Since then, makeup has become a staple in the broadcast and entertainment industries but still carries an unmasculine stigma in the everyday world. Cutthroat competition in a tight job market is changing mainstream male attitudes as men look for new ways to gain a competitive edge. The power of makeup to make them look more attractive, younger and more commanding is enticing, but enough stigma remains to make men cringe at the thought of being found out.
Permanent cosmetics for men is the perfect solution. Cosmetic tattooing can darken eyebrows to make them appear more commanding, turn pale lips a healthy pink, focus attention on the eyes to create a more penetrating gaze, camouflage unattractive scars, and even out patchy beards. And no one will ever know because permanent makeup is tattooed into the skin. There’s no telltale powder or smearing to give your secret away!
In the past decade, the sale of skin-care products and cosmetics for men has jumped from $40.9 million to $217 million. Men are discovering that a little wrinkle cream around the mouth, some concealer under the eyes and a light bronzer on the face can make them look healthier, younger, more virile and more capable. Men who just a few years ago would never have considered wearing makeup are now rubbing tinted creams into their skin to improve their appearance and give them a competitive edge in the work place.
L’Oreal, Dove, Menaji and other skin care/cosmetic companies that are targeting the male market have been careful not to scare away potential customers by using the “M” or “C” words. Men still blush with embarrassment and stalk quickly away if they hear the words “”makeup” or “cosmetics.” They may be interested in the products and what they can do to improve appearance, but they balk at anything with a female aura. “Skin care” is the operative term when marketing to men. Even containers and product names have been changed to appeal to the male market. Concealer becomes camo and comes in a Chap Stick-like applicator tube. Products are shipped in discretely unmarked boxes or camouflaged in old cigar boxes.
Men from Tim McGraw and Charlie Sheen to Terry Bradshaw and Howie Long have embraced male cosmetics but most men are still nervous about being outed. They want the appearance-enhancing benefits of these products without the telltale collar smudges.
Next time: Permanent cosmetics for men is the perfect answer
Fashion wasn’t the only thing displayed on the catwalk at the fall fashion previews in New York. New fall makeup trends also made their debut. Eschewing the bold, bright colors of summer, fall makeup is quietly elegant, featuring muted shades and earthier naturals for which permanent cosmetics provide the perfect base. Prominent on the fall color palette are earthy browns in coffee and mushroom and bronze tones in amber and gold. Daywear features bronze-kissed natural tones, but night cuts loose with slashes of vibrant color.
Eyes: Fall’s dramatic layered eye-shadows start with a bronze base. To create the illusion of depth, brush entire eye with bronze, sweeping dark brown shadow into the crease and across the lid, adding a touch of gold to the inner corner of each eye. Choose mushroom or coffee liner for day wear. Go wild at night with gold or amber liner and a slash of vibrant purple, spring green or deep blue shadow slanting across the outer eye lid from lash to just past the brow line.
Lips: Natural lips are this fall’s office wear staple. To give nude shades greater depth, line lip edges with a matte eyebrow pencil. After hours, the hottest look is “kissed-off” lips. To achieve the effect, pat on a dark lipstick shade in a matte finish – coffees and dark maroons are trendy color choices. Patting creates the uneven, slightly worn off look of well-kissed lips.
Blush: Emphasize cheek bones with an upward sweep of blush in peach or bronze tones.
Two main issues seem to be driving the trend toward permanent makeup. The fast pace of modern life and the desire to carve a few free moments out of every hectic day prods many busy women to seek the freedom permanent makeup offers. Permanent makeup means no more long minutes in front of the mirror with brushes and pencils before you rush out the door every morning, no time out for touch-ups during the day, and no need to redo your makeup before you go out in the evening. With permanent makeup you cleanse, moisturize and you’re out the door. And (big bonus!) your makeup looks fresh and perfect every minute of even the longest, toughest days.
The need to look young, attractive and employable in a highly competitive job market or to maintain a youthful look of vitality and energy in the cut-throat corporate world is driving both women and men to seek the artistic services of permanent makeup artists like Melany Whitney. Permanent makeup can camouflage plastic surgery scars, accentuate your natural features, add youthful color to aging faces, make lips appear fuller and bolder, and reshape and darken pale or too thin eyebrows.
When performed by an artistic professional like Melany, permanent makeup for men can make eyebrows bolder and more commanding, hide unattractive bald spots in men’s beards and mustaches and camouflage scarring from hair transplants.
Permanent makeup gives women and men the best of both worlds: a competitive edge in the business world and more leisure time to enjoy.
It turns out there’s more than a smattering of truth to the perception that beautiful people get more than their fair share of the good things in life. Beauty pays, particularly at the office. Called the “Beauty Premium” by economists, pretty women and handsome men do, in fact, have an easier time getting a job, earn more money and rise higher and faster up the corporate ladder than their less attractive coworkers.
Beauty may be only skin deep, but it confers measurable advantages that affect every aspect of a person’s life. Studies have shown that beautiful people receive more attention than those who are less attractive. The bias begins early in life. Scientists have found that babies stare longer at people with attractive faces and that pretty children receive more attention from parents, teachers and friends. The beauty bias extends throughout life to bosses, mentors and potential mates. In the workplace, handsome men earn 5% more and beautiful women, 4% more than their average-looking coworkers. Hard work and merit have their benefits, but in the business world pretty people are more apt to reel in that big account, get that plum assignment or be awarded that kick-ass promotion.
Savvy businessmen and women are turning to permanent cosmetics to enhance their natural beauty, correct facial flaws and improve their competitive edge at work.
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