Spring 2009 Makeup Trends

When spring rolls around what will you be wearing? Winter clothing is shed for more colorful apparel that is also lightweight. When the weather gets warm everyone wants to step out looking their best. Here is what they'll be wearing on their faces this spring.

Do you have a favorite facial feature? If it's your eyes, we've got some advice for you. The smoky look has resurfaced for another season. Give that alluring mysterious look the time it's due. It can be worn at work or during evening fun. Flirty eye shadows and dark liners will keep them guessing.

The smoky look is easy to create. First, take a dark eye liner and apply it to both the top and bottom of your eyelids along the lash line. Use another color such as a metallic or a light shade like lilac on the upper lid. For the final effect, smudge the liner and the shadow together.

False eyelashes go well with the smoky look. Avoid going too big unless the party warrants it. When you apply false eyelashes, keep the longer lashes towards the outer eye area.

You can tone down your smoky look during the day with softer features overall. Keep your face looking natural with mineral makeup foundation and a hint of color with mineral blush. Minerals blend with your skin for a flawless lightweight look and feel. Your eyes will still be the center of attention with a flawless face to complement them.

Mineral makeup does have variety. It comes in different colors for use on eyes and cheeks. There is a foundation shade to fit most all skin tones. Before applying mineral makeup, apply a base of foundation first which hides fine lines and wrinkles. For the spring season, choose blush colors in pink tones. It accentuates the warm highlights in your skin.

It's okay to shimmer. Add a bit of sparkle to your eye color as well as your blush. Opt for crmes that contain shimmering ingredients to give your skin that sun kissed look.

Who could forget about lips? This season, make a statement with understated lip color that attracts attention. Remember to keep it as natural as possible with pink and peaches. Use a lip liner in a similar shade to outline your lips and prevent the "bleeding" effect of lipstick.

The soft look of lips is complemented with a softer look to the eyes. Stick with one coat of mascara so you don't look like you are trying out for a part in a horror movie. Lighter shades of eye color like lilac also add to the simple yet sexy look.

Dull skin can be spruced up with a few splashes of color. Add some red to your lips. For your cheeks, sweep a bit of bronzer along the underside of the cheekbone. It creates a pouty look to your face.

Darker tones are best left in winter. Embrace the light for the spring season. Add a bit of color but don't sacrifice your natural look.

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