Makeup and Mane

Featured Makeup Artist – Queen of Blending

Lauren S. is a talented and prolific freelance makeup artist. Her ability to create futuristic and fresh looks using exotic and unlikely colours has earned her the title ‘Queen of Blending’.

Spring 2009 Beauty Trend - Nude Lipstick

Luscious lips are always in style however for Spring 2009, less means more. When choosing a lip colour, opt for natural and nude shades.

Spring 2009 Beauty Trend - Smokey Eyes

Sexy, sultry, smokey eyes are back for Spring 2009.

Advantages Of A Natural Hair Straightener

Using a natural hair straightener can relax hair without harsh chemicals or harm to hair.

Tips for Applying Mascara

The right mascara can completely change your entire appearance. Here are fifteen tips from experts on how to apply mascara and get the most out of your makeup.

Lacefront Wig Application Tutorial

Janet Collection, a manufacturer of premium quality human and synthetic hair products, gives readers a step-by- step tutorial on how to apply a lacefront wig

Rihanna’s Rock Chick Chic

Covergirl Rhianna rocked the house last night at Z100’s Jingle Bell Ball.

Skin Primers: Are They the Key to Younger Looking Skin?

Have you ever wondered how celebrities get that gorgeous glow to their skin? While they may have access to the best skin care experts in the world, they also know a secret that more and more women are discovering. It’s a product they apply before their foundation called skin primers.

The Fats That Make You Thin

Fat. The word alone is enough to send most people running for the hills. But contrary to popular belief, fat is actually good for you. It is as important to the human body as proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals. In fact, experts recommend that 15-20% of our diet should consist of fat. It just has to be the right kind.

Featured Makeup Artist - Carpucine Childs

Carpucine Childs is a talented makeup artist who runs her own freelance make-up and hair business. She also works for M.A.C Cosmetics on a part-time basis.

As this month’s ‘Featured Make-up Artist’, Carpucine gives Makeup and Mane readers the how-to on creating sultry, smokey eyes and the perfect pout.

Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion is a quick and inexpensive beauty treatment used to rid the skin of fine lines, crow’s feet, smoker’s wrinkles, acne scars, uneven skin tone and dark spots (also known as hyperpigmentation). The process can take up to an hour and can cost as little as $40.

Cosmetic Tattoo Procedure for Permanent Eyebrows

Although sometimes cosmetic eyebrow tattooing is a necessary step in the reconstruction of a face following a traumatic accident, it can also be used for patients who have sparse eyebrows and do not want to apply brow liner daily.