"Cosmetics (colloquially known as makeup or make-up) are care substances used to enhance the appearance or odor of the human body"
About Makeup
Cosmetics include skin-care creams, lotions, powders, perfumes, lipsticks, fingernail and toe nail polish, eye and facial makeup, towelettes, permanent waves, colored contact lenses, hair colors, hair sprays and gels,deodorants, hand sanitizer, baby products, bath oils, bubble baths, bath salts, butters and many other types of products. A subset of cosmetics is called "make-up," which refers primarily to coloring products intended to alter the user’s appearance. Many manufacturers distinguish between decorative cosmetics and care cosmetics.
Most cosmetics are distinguished by the area of the body intended for application.
- Primer, come in various formulas to suit individual skin conditions. Most are meant to reduce the appearance of pore size, prolong the wear of makeup, and allow for a smoother application of makeup, and are applied before foundation.
- Lipgloss, is a sheer, liquid form of lipstick.
- Lipstick, lip gloss, lip liner, lip plumper, lip balm, lip conditioner, lip primer, and lip boosters. Lip stains have a water or gel base and may contain alcohol to help the product stay on the lips. The idea behind lip stains is to temporarily saturate the lips with a dye, rather than to cover them with a colored wax. Usually designed to be waterproof, the product may come with an applicator brush or be applied with a finger.
- Concealer, makeup used to cover any imperfections of the skin. Concealer is often used for any extra coverage needed to cover blemishes or other marks. Concealer is often thicker and more solid than foundation, and provides longer lasting, more detailed coverage. Some formulations are meant only for the eye or only for the face.
- Foundation, is used to smooth out the face and cover spots or uneven skin coloration. Usually a liquid, cream, or powder, as well as most recently a light and fluffy mousse, foundation also provides excellent coverage.Foundation primer can be applied before or after foundation to obtain a smoother finish. Some primers come in powder or liquid form to be applied before foundation as a base, while other primers come as a spray to be applied after the foundation to help the make-up last longer.
- Face powder is used to set the foundation, giving it a matte finish, and also to conceal small flaws or blemishes.
- Rouge, blush or blusher is cheek coloring used to bring out the color in the cheeks and make the cheekbonesappear more defined. Rouge comes in powder, cream, and liquid forms.
- Contour powder/creams are used to define the face. They can be used to give the illusion of a slimmer face or to modify a person’s face shape in other desired ways. Usually a few shades darker than one's own skin tone and matte in finish, contour products create the illusion of depth. A darker toned foundation/concealer can be used instead of contour products for a more natural look.
- Highlight, used to draw attention to the high points of the face as well as to add glow to the face, comes in liquid, cream, and powder forms. It often contains shimmer, but sometimes does not. A lighter toned foundation/concealer can be used instead of highlight to create a more natural look.
- Bronzer is used to give skin a bit of color by adding a golden or bronze glow. It comes in either matte, semi matte/satin, or shimmer finishes.
- Mascara is used to darken, lengthen, and thicken the eyelashes. It is available in natural colors such as brown and black, but also comes in bolder colors such as blue, pink, or purple. There are many different formulas, including waterproof versions for those prone to allergies or sudden tears. It is often used after an eyelash curler and mascara primer. Many mascaras now have certain components intended to help lashes to grow longer and thicker.
Eyeliner is used to enhance and elongate the size of the eye.
Cosmetics can be also described by the physical composition of the product. Cosmetics can be liquid or cream emulsions; powders, both pressed and loose; dispersions; and anhydrous creams or sticks.Eyebrow pencils, creams, waxes, gels and powders are used to color and define the brows.- Nail polish is used to color the fingernails and toenails.
- Setting Spray is used to keep applied makeup intact for long periods of time. An alternative to setting spray is setting powder, which may be either pigmented or translucent.
Makeup remover is a product used to remove the makeup products applied on the skin. It is used to clean the skin before other procedures, like applying bedtime lotion.
All Abt Eye Makeup
When And What Color Of Lipstick To Use
The Eye Makeup Brushes Which Are Good
Easy, Elegant Eye Makeup Looks for Day and Evening
Prep Step
To keep makeup on longer, prep the lids with a concealer or primer before applying shadow.
Perk Up Tired Eyes
Disguise tired-looking eyes with a liquid light-reflecting concealer that brightens and lifts the under-eye area.
Mascara Trick
When applying mascara, wiggle the wand back and forth at the lash base. It’s the mascara near the roots―not the tips―that gives the illusion of length.
The Mascara for Everyone
No matter what your hair color, black mascara is flattering. It defines your eyes and makes you appear more wide awake.
Lush Lashes
For high-impact, lush lashes, supplement your own with falsies. Use individual false lashes―they're more natural-looking than a full fringe.
Bolder Brows
Fill in sparse brows with a wax-based pencil that matches your brow hairs. Use short, light strokes.
Low-Key Day Look
For the most casual daywear, ditch the liner and sweep on taupe eye shadow with a few coats of dark mascara.
Showcase Eyes
Make your eyes pop by sweeping on a dark shadow where the brow bone meets the crease.
Shadow Tip
Matte eye powder has a classic texture that works well on any skin type, so it’s especially good for beginners.
Simple Shadow How-To
For a simple look, run a slanted brush (or a Q-tip) over shadow, then apply in a fine line along the upper lash line.
Best for Blue Eyes
Rich brown eyeliners best complement blue eyes because their warm hues emphasize subtle gold specs in the iris.
Shadow Technique
When using only one eye shadow, layer it more heavily around the lash line, then softly blend it so that it fades naturally at the crease.
For Deep-Set Eyes
Bring out deep-set eyes by applying a light, neutral shadow under the brow bone and at the inner corner of the eye. Line the upper lashes with dark shadow.
For Smaller Eyes
Small eyes with uncreased lids call for an arc of medium-toned color on the lids, blended with a sweep of a brush.
For Thin Lids
For thin lids, apply a lighter shade at the eye’s corner before adding a deeper color to dramatize the eye.
For Close-Set Eyes
Use a dark shadow on the outermost quarter of the lid and to line the upper lashes to make close-set eyes appear farther apart.
Shades of Purple
A striking lavender or deep purple shadow can really highlight the eyes. For liners, choose colors―like soft golds and pinks―that mix well with purple.
Open Your Eyes
A dark shadow applied to the creases and outer corners of the eyes will make them seem rounder and more open.
Think Pink
A sweep of feminine pink shadow over the lids gives you fresh, healthy color. Give the look a little edge by lining the lashes with a dark pencil.
The Smoky Eye
The perpetually popular smoky eye starts with eyeliner, applied in heavy strokes, then blended.
Chicly Understated
Party-ready eyes don’t have to call for dark colors. Instead, create a chic look with a shimmery taupe cream shadow and two coats of mascara.
Night-time Drama
This full-on evening palette calls for shadow in a rich, subtle pewter color, brushed on the lids, then used as a liner as well.
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