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Excitement to learn more.
I think that statement what really drives me to attend any makeup workshop. I got hooked at it. Di ako nagsasawa. ^_^ That's why I'm always on the look out for the next workshops. After work, I went straight to Rustan's, Shangri-La Plaza just to get to know NARS (I mean the cosmetic brand) and SADA, NARS' International Makeup Arist (MUA) to demo a makeup look.
So here goes...
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| Before the demo |
SADA prepared the makeup and tools which he was going to use for the demo. See the background? Ooh-la-la, right?? Stunning, fierce look!!! Anyways, going back...
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| Makeup demo begins |
SADA is a Japanese Professional MUA. He's been with NARS for several years already. He demonstrated a classy and elegant night look using the latest NARS collection.
Okay, so here are some of the tips I got from this workshop...
SOME TIPS FROM AN INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP ARTIST
1. Never skip that moisturizer.
This is no secret. Always start your makeup ritual (whut?!) with a clean face (cleanse & toned) and apply your moisturizer. This step will definitely keep your face hydrated and looking fresh throughout the day. A key to glowing and healthy looking face!
2. Eye Cream.
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| NARSskin Total Replenishing Eye Cream |
Ahhh... Good thing I was again reminded to NOT UNDERESTIMATE THE UNDER EYE SKIN! My goodness! Of course, you guys are aware that your under eye skin have the thinnest skin layer in your face therefore the most sensitive part! So I heed the experts --- it needs proper (special) attention. So, put a tiny amount of eye cream underneath your eyes and DAB GENTLY TO BLEND. DAB, DAB, DAB!!!
SADA's most recommended among NARSskin line is the Total Replenishing Eye Cream. According to him, this is an amazing product that he uses himself! For almost a year of using this product, his friends noticed his eyes got brighter and bigger. (@_@)--like that.. Kidding!
3. Prime-time!
On top of your moisture regimen, apply Face Primer all over your face, even on your neck. This will keep your makeup last all day, able to withstand the humid weather in the Philippines. Massage all over your face to blend evenly. You can put a bit under your eyes and on your eyelids.
I like the idea that throughout the day, the skin absorbs the moisturizer rather than the foundation. So, PRIME! I say you invest on a good primer!
4. Apply Foundation and Concealer.
Foundation on your face and neck then Concealer under the eyes (dab, dab, dab to blend!)
5. Set the canvass with a lightweight, translucent powder.
Just to remove the excess shine esp. on your T-Zone. :)
6. Classic, glamour look: Smoky eyes, defined brows, flushed cheeks, bold deep red lips.
Have the proper tools and products to achieve your desired look.
Creating smoky eyes does have to be that "perfect" so don't worry.
Line the eyes. Smudge. Dust off some shadow. Blend. Highlight. Curl eyelashes. Apply mascara on top and under your lashes (in a zigzag motion).
At the end of the workshop, SADA made a rundown of the products he used on the model.
Then I visited NARS' shop afterwards to check out their stuff and to ask for the $$. That time, they offered 10% off in all of their product range.
Pretty nice, huh? I covet them. (LOL)
Still, I couldn't afford 'em! Argh! But what I really look forward in this workshop is a FREEBIE! :) Yay! It was worth it!
That's all folks! See you soon! Ciao!
