Beauty Tip Of The Week

When choosing a cosmetics line for Women of Color, choose a line that has a wide range of both yellow based and red based foundations.

Beauty Tip Of The Week

For healthy glowing skin, drink plenty (6 -8 glasses) of good clean water and very little caffeine. Water detoxes your skin of toxins and other impurities which may show up on the skin (face and body).
Be Beautiful and Blessed!!
Illusions Cosmetics

Beauty Tip of The Day

Water plays a major role in the health of our skin. For radiant skin, we must drink lots of water to stay hydrated and to have soft, supple skin.

Beauty Tip Of the Day

Here is a makeup artist trick for oily(and sometimes sweaty skin): Apply Milk of Magnesia to the face before aplying makeup. The skin will feel a slight tightening effect. It sounds weird, but it works well on oily skin.
Be Blessed!
-Denise

Beauty Tip Of The Day

There is beauty in everything, but not everyone sees it.

Beauty Tip Of The Day

Don't forget the neck! When we cleanse and moisturize our faces, we often forget about our necks. The neck is an extension of the face. Make sure to include it when cleansing, toning, exfoliating and moisturizing.

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For those sensitive skin people who want to keep their hands clean, but want to apply their foundation without using their fingers, try using non-latex sponges/wedges. Non-latex sponges are safe for those who may be allergic to latex. They also allow for makeup to blend more evenly than latex sponges. Some specific beauty supplies that sell non-latex sponges are NIGEL'S BEAUTY EMPORIUM (818) 760-3902 and FREND'S BEAUTY SUPPLY (818) 769-3834 , both located in North Hollywood.

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If you ever thought you wanted a tatoo, but not the commitment of really having one, try a temporary tattoo - tattoo transfer, airbrush tattoo, or a glitter tattoo. If you are in Atlanta and would like to have a themed birthday party, bridal party, or just try a tattoo, you can email Denise at tunnelldenise@gmail.com for rates and more info.

Be Blessed!
-Denise

Beauty Tip Of The Day

Before applying makeup to oily skin, apply a mattifying skin product. Check out www.illusionsbeauty.com for our Anti-Shine Serum.

Beauty Tip Of The Day

"Be Beautiful and Blessed"! This is the standard 'sign off' of Illusions Cosmetics whenever we email, leave a voice mail, etc. Webster's II New College Dictionary defines the word 'BE' as "to exist in actuality: have reality or life". For example, " I think, therefore I am". So remember, if you think you are 'beautiful & blessed', you ARE 'Beautiful & Blessed'!! Enjoy your week!

Beauty Tip Of The Day

Apply your blush before applying your foundation. It makes the skin look pretty and fresh with a healthy glow to the cheeks.

Beauty Tip of The Day

To give your lips a more precise look without using lip liner, try applying foundation around your lips.

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Do I conceal first and then apply foundation or do I apply my foundation first? This question is still being argued today. You should always do what is comfortable for you and whatever gives you the best look. One advantage to applying foundation first is it prevents the 'cakey and dry' look that concealer can give when it is applied before foundation. Concealers have a much thicker and sometimes creamier texture. When foundation is applied under the eyes and all over the face and blended well, it can have a smooth appearance. Don't forget that sometimes we can get all of the coverage that we need with just foundation. So, the next time you apply your makeup, try applying the foundation first and then apply concealer if it is still needed.

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Organic or Natural?  Don't always believe the hype.  Many products claim to be organic, but only really have a few organic ingredients in them.  Organic products may still have harmful elements such as parabens.  Depending on your skin, some 'natural' ingredients may be harmful to your skin as well.  Determine your skin type and research the ingredients that are right for your skin type.  Choose products that work for you and not because they claim to be 'organic' or have 'natural' ingredients.

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As you prepare to go out and about to your different barbecues, and other social outings, don't forget to use sunscreen protection. Have a wonderful Memorial Day!!!

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Be prepared to adjust your foundation shade during the summer, as your skin may get darker.

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When applying eyeshadow, to ensure smooth blending, apply a light application of powder.

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Pamper yourself from time to time. Treat yourself to a facial. According to Vivica Fox on 5/15/08, she loved O-Aesthetics in Vinings, GA (suburb of Atlanta). The contact info is as follows: 1675 Cumberland Parkway #407. Phone 770.863.9543. Nadine was the Aesthetician that took care of Ms. Fox.

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Stay out of the sun!!! For a natural and gradual tan, try Jergens 'Natural Glow' Daily Moisturizer. It comes in three formulas - fair, medium, and medium-tan. Check out www.jergens.com

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Love YOURSELF!!!!! Try to make it an habit!