Spring 2012 makeup trends

Enchanting Eyes
If your eyes are your favourite feature, define it in a way that no one will be able to look away!

1. To brighten up your eyes, swipe any bright eyeshadow of your choice all over the lid: You can stick to the traditional champagne/peach colour with an iridescent finish that give your eyes extra twinkle or you can choose a fun, bright shade (bold golds/yellows) to really play up your look.

2. To make the lid colour pop, dust a warm brown shadow just above the crease and blend it out nicely.  :)

the Balm nude'tude palette

3. Frame your eyes by applying a creamy eyeliner pencil like the Urban Decay 24/7 liner in Zero ($18) along your top and bottom lash line and then setting it with a black eyeshadow. Or if you prefer a bolder look, opt for a smudge proof liquid liner instead.

Pop Beauty My One Liner (The Black)

TIP: Applying a peach waterproof eyeliner in your waterline can make your eyes appear brighter, as opposed to a white eyeliner that can look a little too harsh.

Stila kajal eye liner in Topaz

4.  Give your eyes an extra boost by applying a volumizing mascara to your lashes to make them appear super lush :)
TIP: Take it a step further by swiping two coats of electric blue mascara on top and bottom lashes for a fun little twist. Of course in this case, go a lil easy on the eyeshadows. You don't wanna look like a freak @_@

(left): LORAC multiplex 3D lashes mascara

Sunkissed cheeks:

1. Give your face a beachy vibe by sweeping a bronzer on areas of your face that naturally get sun -  your cheeks, forehead, temples, the bridge of your nose and along your hairline.

NYC Smooth Skin bronzer in Sunny (matte finish)

2. A light application of a Peachy/Coral blush on the apples of your cheeks gives you an innocent flush and will blend well with the bronzer to give you a beautiful, summery glow. 

(on the left): Cover Girl Instant Cheekbones in Peach Perfection   (on the right): Tarte Amazonian Clay blush in Tipsy

3. Get a lit-from-within look by applying a highlighting powder or a cream highlighter along the tops of your cheekbones to brighten up your whole complexion.

bear with this picture until i can take a better one where the highlight shows through O_O

Bright lips<3 - bold shades are definitely in this season, so don't be afraid to experiment with bright lip colours!

1. The secret to a flawless pout: Softer, smoother lips. They absorb colour better and will allow the colour to stay on longer. So prep your lips with a hydrating lip balm before you apply your lipstick/lip tint. 

my adorable lil EOS lipbalm<3

2. To enhance your complexion, go for a soft pink or melon lip gloss/lip tint/lipstick (whatever you prefer). Unlike, nude/peachy lip tints that can wash you out, little bit of some colour will add life to your face. 
TIP: for slightly darker skin tones, a berry lipstick will look stunning! May I recommend Revlon Colorburst lip butter in Red Velvet<3

3.  If your lips are on the small side, fake fullness by outlining your lips with the same colour lipliner as your lipstick. And after you've applied your lipstick, apply some gloss on the center of your top and bottom lips to make them look more plump. 
TIP: Dab a little bit of a highlighting concealer on your cupids bow to define the shape of your top lip.