My Top Makeup Tips

Angela Stone • Apr 16, 2015

Makeup can be very daunting with all the products and brands vying for your attention. I have compiled a list of my top tips regarding makeup, including application, products and techniques. Read on to find out more!

Lipstick

Always start with clean lips – you can buy a lip scrub from Lush or you can gently exfoliate your lips with a damp washcloth
Know what formulas work best for you – Matte lipsticks can be long lasting but also very drying; Creamy lipsticks are hydrating but not long lasting; and long wearing lipsticks are now a better formula so could be worth a try
To intensify a colour, use a lip liner prior to applying
Adding lip gloss as a finishing touch can make your lips appear plumper
Don’t be afraid to wear nude lipstick shades – the perfect nude shade is one tone darker than your skin
There is a red shade that works for you – Fair skinned ladies look best with a blue red tone; Olive skin suits an orange red; and dark skinned ladies are best suited to a burgundy red

Eyeliner

Thanks to After Glow Cosmetics for this cheat sheet. This chart shows you how to apply your eyeliner to best suit your eye shape!

Foundation

Always start with hydrated skin – this includes drinking at least 2.5 litres of water a day and moisturising your skin prior to applying makeup
Get the right formula for your skin type – Oil free formulas are best for acne prone or oily skin; where hydrating formulas are best for normal to dry skin
Use a primer to help smooth your complexion – a green based primer counteracts red skin; while a lavender based primer can brighten lifeless skin
Apply foundation past the jaw line and down the neck to ensure the colour blends perfectly

What Products Give What Coverage?

Tinted Moisturiser – sheer, dewy glow – evens out skin tone but does not cover major issues
BB & CC Cream – tinted, creamy finish – perks up a dull complexion
Liquid Foundation – blends away redness and uneven pigment – can range from dewy to matte finish
Powder Foundation – matte finish with mega shine control
Mousse Foundation – great coverage with a satin finish
Mineral Foundation – velvety coverage thats perfect for sensitive skin
Stick Foundation – highly pigmented for major coverage and good for spot coverage
Pressed Powder – get sheer coverage with shine control
Translucent Powder – holds makeup in place and helps with shine – think of it as a setting powder

When You Should Replace

Makeup sponges – 1 month
Mascara – 3 months
Eye pencil – 6 months – 1 year
Lip gloss – 6 months – 1 year
Foundation – 1 year
Lipstick – 1 year
Nail polish – 1 year
Powder – 12 – 18 months
Eye shadow – 1 – 2 years
Blush – 1 – 2 years
Makeup brushes – 1 – 5 years

Finding The Perfect Brushes

Chose natural fibres for a blush brush – it will give you a more realistic glow
Before buying a powder brush, test it on the back of your hand – it should feel feathery at the tips and clasped tightly at the base
The best foundation brushes are a blend of natural and synthetic bristles – it helps achieve a more natural look
Concealer brush – should be short with stiff bristles
Eye shadow brush – need to be soft and silky
Kabuki brush – these are the holy grail of all brushes! They give you a softer finish and allow for greater coverage

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July Newsletter 2023

By Angela Stone • 13 Jul, 2023

July Newsletter 2023 Hi friends, are you prioritising your fitness and nutrition this winter? It can be hard to find the motivation to exercise when it’s cold outside, and naturally salads and smoothies aren’t as appealing as usual. Here are some of my top Winter Fitness and Nutrition Tips: · Swap your morning run for a hot yoga class · Warm up with herbal tea throughout the day · Take the stairs instead of the elevator and get sweaty · Get your 5+ a day with a hearty vegetable soup or curry If you’re struggling with your exercise regime and diet during, get in touch. My Results Plan is the perfect package if you are looking to lose the winter weight and get toned before summer – just read the testimonials and see for yourself! If you’re looking for a total wellness overhaul, my Personalised Fitness and Nutrition Program gives you a customised workout routine and meal plan to keep you in shape, long-term. Get in touch if you have ANY questions – I’m here for you! XOXO Ange

May Newsletter 2023

By Angela Stone • 01 May, 2023

May Newsletter 2023 Hi friends! Is your winter wardrobe in check? One thing people often forget to pay attention to is accessories, but this is such a fun way of dressing for the colder weather. These are the Winter Accessory Trends you should be aware of: Big scarves are in – and I mean big! Wrap it around your neck a bunch of times, or wear it like a shawl for a chic look. You’ll be cosier than ever! If you already have an oversized handbag, you’re in luck – this trend will be everywhere this winter. I love a coloured bag for a statement, and since red is hot right now, a large red bag is going to look extra chic. Own a pair of heeled boots? Time to bring those babies out. This season a stiletto heel is favoured over a chunky heel, but both are strong options and will keep your feet cozy. Love fashion and want to learn more? Join me on my next Fashion Stylist Course . It’s a fun, 2-day event with like-minded women that will renew your confidence in yourself and teach you the fashion fundamentals. Secure your spot here . The Women’s Lifestyle Expo Palmerston North is on 13–14 May, and I’ll be there with a stall selling fabulous fashion pieces for great prices. Stop by for a browse and a quick style! Ange xoxo