Etiquette for when and how to put on makeup

There is an art to being a lady. Refreshing ones face is part of the art of courtship rituals, gender roles, manners and a necessary practice that separates the Brittanys from the J. Los.

 

So here it is: The Top Ten Rules of Etiquette for when and how to refresh ones makeup:

 

1. Less is more, especially when you are doing a quick retouch. If you need the works, use the mirror in the ladies room.

 

2. Peer quickly into a compact mirror or your reflection to gauge what needs to be done. Blink your eyes for crusting eye shadow. Check for little black dots of mascara and try to lift away. Run ring finger under bottom lash for runaway eyeliner. Make sure you are uniform.

 

3. Lipstick. Dab it. No lip liner unless in private and your aim is true. This is not to be attempted after some cocktails.

 

3. Powder. Okay to use to even out the foundation. Do not apply liquid foundation on a makeup retouch unless you are going to start from scratch. Never put on foundation in the bathroom unless it is teeming with natural light. The light wont help you and you cant pull it off. Tips on how to apply foundation, check here or here.

 

4. Errant hair near eyebrows STAY. Fix later.

 

5. Errant hair on upper lip. For starters, get a better bathroom mirror so this doesnt happen, but by all means, take care of it!!

 

6. Perfume. Only use outside. Rude otherwise. Perfume is a mysterious scent you carry, not a human body Lysol treatment. Generally, apply before you go out and not part of your carrying pack. Buy a smaller version of your favorite scent and keep it in the box in your purse. Also, do not apply a direct hit. Subtlety wins the day.

 

7. Where to apply. Generally, the ladies room. If not available: ask yourself whether Holly Go lightly apply her makeup here? Would it look charming if you were to take a peek and make some changes? Dont do it during meetings, in a moving car, at any table at any restaurant, or at your desk.

 

8. When to apply. Before going out to lunch. Not on the hour. Not because you were running late. Before leaving the office. During a date or a night out where the environs have changed, such as leaving packed nightclub and going to a new place.

 

9. Never when hes looking.

 

10. Not in the company of women unless you want feedback.

 

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mens makeup brushes

More and more men today are not shy about being fashionable, styling their hair, whitening their teeth, plucking their eyebrows, or even wearing makeup. Many male celebrities, actors, and models sit in a makeup chair before making a public appearance. Its no surprise that with modern societys emphasis on youth, perfection, and physical attraction, women arent the only ones who want to accentuate their best facial features and hide blemishes and scars.

 

At this situation, makeup brushes for men are become more and more popular, thus more and more Chinese makeup brush manufactures begin to manufacture makeup brushes for men, and makeup brush suppliers also explore their business line to men’s makeup brushes.

 

As a Chinese makeup brush factory, Toney makeup brushes supply various makeup brushes for men with good quality and Chinese factory direct price, which include Blush brushes, Powder Brushes ,Lip Brushes, KABUKI Brushes, Eyeshadow Brushes, Sponge Applicators, Makeup Brush Sets. Pls feel free to contact us if you have any demand in men’s makeup brushes.

How to Apply Makeup as a Man

Steps

 

1 Exfoliate. Before applying makeup, wash your face using an exfoliator and warm water. Rub your face gently in a circular motion to remove dead skin cells. Rinse with warm water and pat (dont rub) dry with a towel.

 

2 Apply Toner. Apply toner to a cosmetic pad and pat it lightly into your skin. Toner is meant to restore the skin to its natural pH level and remove any remaining dirt or dry skin cells.

 

3 Moisturize. Apply moisturizer with a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher to your face and neck. Allow the moisturizer to absorb into your skin before proceeding to the next step.

 

4 Apply Concealer. Mix a little bit of concealer on the back of your hand with a fine makeup brush. Pick up a very small amount of concealer on the end of the makeup brush - you can always go back for more if you need to - and dab it on the center of a blemish. Move to the outer edge with a gentle circular motion, then blend the concealer into the skin.

 

5 Powder your Nose. Dip the tip of a powder brush in powder and dust it lightly over your forehead and face. Apply a little more pressure when you go over your upper cheekbones, to add definition.

 

6 Wear Lip Balm. Choose a clear or neutral-colored lip balm that you can use throughout the day. Not only will it give your lips a smooth appearance, but it will also prevent them from getting chapped.

 

7 Remove makeup daily. Leaving makeup on overnight is not good for your skin. At the end of the day, wash your face again to remove makeup. Finish by using moisturizer. Use a richer moisturizer at night if you have dry skin.

Tips to Apply Makeup as a Man

Get a concealer that is the same shade as your skin tone. If youre shopping, try it at the base of your face to see how it compares to your skin tone. Its best to judge a concealer in actual daylight, because fluorescent lights wont allow for an accurate match.

Dont touch your face during the day, as it will rub off the makeup and also increase your likelihood of acne.

       If possible, get a very close shave, then allow your skin to rest about 20 minutes before continuing with the rest of your routine.

       If you have oily skin consider using a shine control hydrating lotion.

       To add a touch of color try using a bronzer over your cheekbones, nose, forehead and chin. This is not uncommon among men and it is applied with a makeup brush. You can find bronzers made exclusively for men (packaging is somewhat different) but dont be afraid to try the many options made available to women. The counter and packaging may be different, but women have more options with color and finish.

       The makeup brushes that come with most bronzers are made of cheap plastic, or it comes with a puff sponge and cant apply powders evenly. Consider going to a makeup counter and buying a powder brush. These are very large brushes with soft hairs.

       Remember to use a moisturizer with a sunscreen on your face everyday, year round. Do NOT use Handlotion or body cream. Find something made for faces (less heavy oils and fragrance to irritate your skin) that has an SPF of at least 15.

       To add extra definition to your eyes, have unruly eyebrows waxed or plucked by a professional. There are supposed to be two eyebrows and you should never let your eyebrows grow too long. Trim!

       The older you are or the dryer your skin may require you to step to a heavier moisturizing cream. Some creams also have agents to help with wrinkles, reddening or other skin woes. Go to a makeup counter in the mall or a free standing store. Youll find it takes less time to speak to a consultant than it does to read misleading labels in a drug store.

       To avoid the crowds, visit these stores or counters weekday mornings when they are less busy. Men frequent these counters quite often, so you shouldnt be shy. Many brands (Clinique, Merle Norman, etc.) even offer mens skin care lines. You can even take a few minutes and let them help you apply the skin care to make sure you are doing it right. If you want to add color, try a few bronzers and let them help you get that concealer.

       You may need to adjust your concealer for winter and summer depending on how much sun you have. Dont be afraid to have seasonal products and go a few shades darker in the summer after youve had some sun.

       Try mineral makeup specifically designed for men. Mineral makeup is good for your skin, contains SPF protection, and is virtually undetectable. It is great if you have problems like acne or rosecea.

 

Warnings

Do not exfoliate immediately after shaving. Doing so will irritate your skin.

If cotton sticks to beard while using toner, put toner in a plastic spray bottle and mist it on to your face. Store it in the fridge for a cool sensation.

Dont try to conceal a spot that is open, weeping or bleeding. Makeup wont do a very good job and may only make it look (and feel) worse. Wait until its closed before you apply makeup on top of it.

 

Things Youll Need

       Exfoliator

       Toner

       Moisturizer

       Cosmetic Pads (100% cotton)

       Concealer or foundation

       A fine makeup brush

       Matte powder

       Lip balm

Man makeup

Concealer, bronzer, self-tanner, eyeliner -- it sounds like a checklist for a womans makeup bag. But they could be items in, yes, a mans makeup bag.
The last decade saw the "metrosexual" phenomenon, with men paying more attention to shopping, dressing and grooming. Now, established companies known for makeup and skin-care products for women are catering to the other gender with products to push mens style boundaries. Clinique has non-streak bronzer and concealer for men. Jean Paul Gaultier, which is mostly a fashion house of haute couture, has a two-in-one stick of concealer and eyeliner, also known as "guyliner."
Pete Wentz, a member of the musical group Fall Out Boy and husband to singer Ashlee Simpson, has a line of guyliners called WentzPentz. The new products have some people proclaiming a new wave in mens grooming.
"Globally, the mens grooming market continues to grow as many men are striving to take better care of their skin. The male consumer is becoming more informed about the health of his skin and (how) to slow the affects of aging," says Megan Marsanico-Byrne, assistant manager of Clinique Global Communications.
Patty Bunch, a celebrity makeup artist who has worked on actors Halle Berry, Billy Crystal, Tony Danza and Jennifer Aniston, says she knows men who dye their lashes or wear waterproof mascara to give new dimension to lashes.
"The truth is, women are taking advantage of all the anti-aging makeup and are looking fabulous, so the men better catch up. A little extra help never hurts," she says.
Tyler Thoreson, executive editor of men.style.com, the online home of Details and GQ magazines, says hes noticed "man makeup" but doesnt believe itll ever become popular. In fact, he laughs at the suggestion. "I think its completely idiotic. It gives true mens fashion and mens style a bad name. All of that should accentuate your masculinity, not undermine it," Thoreson says.
He acknowledges a demand for more grooming options for men but Thoreson says there probably are very few guys who would wear concealer or bronzer and stick with it.

how to distinguish BB makeup brushes

Many girls are crazy for BB makeup brushes; under such situation, many makeup brush suppliers or beauty shop declare that they have BB makeup brushes with much lower price. While after receiving such makeup brushes, many experienced girls realize that they are cheated, because these brushes are not real BB brushes.

So the question is: how to distinguish BB makeup brushes?


The key factors of makeup brushes are the bristles and workmanship. All BB makeup brushes are made of natural animal hairs with almost the same thickness. Touch your skin with BB brushes will be very comfortable, just like touch the superior furs, which is very smooth and with high resilience.

Also the BB brushes have light leather smell, the glue that use to fix bristle end have no smell.
The workmanship of BB makeup brushes is very good, there is no overlong or mix-color hair.
The ferrule part of BB makeup brush is straight to handle, no any distortion, no loose, no differ with handle in thickness, almost no joint gap.

Toney, as a reliable makeup brush manufacturer as well as professional makeup brush supplier in China, will never declare that we can supply BB makeup brushes, although we have been the OEM factory for many famous makeup brush brands. We can custom makeup brushes for any brand, so that our customers can sell and promote their own brush brands.
Many say that the real BB brushes have perfect steel seal and brush handle etc, while as a professional Chinese makeup brush manufacturer, I should say that the steel seal can not prove anything. As with present technology, most makeup brush supplier can offer you the required steel seal.

How to recognize fake BB makeup brushes

Many girls are crazy for BB makeup brushes; under such situation, many makeup brush suppliers or beauty shop declare that they have BB makeup brushes with much lower price. While after receiving such makeup brushes, many experienced girls realize that they are cheated, because these brushes are not real BB brushes.

 

Here are some tips to recognize the fake BB makeup brushes for your reference:

 

1.       In the form of makeup brush set. We have been in makeup brush industry for many years, BB is very smart, they deliver their brushes to different OEM factories in different countries in case of the huge outflow of their brushes. Although China is the biggest manufacture base of BB brushes, it is hard for Chinese makeup brush supplier to collect all BB brushes. So be careful to the so called BB brushes in the form of makeup brush sets.

2.       Free makeup brush bags. The Chinese makeup brush manufacturers are only responsible for brush production, the brush bags are made in other factories, so if some makeup brush supplier declare that they will offer free OEM brush bags, it is impossible, be careful.

3.       The logo is heavier than the real BB brushes, and is printed on the outmost surface, the character is also very so clear.

4.       Brush handle is more whiter than real BB brushes

5.       The black ferrule of brush head shows purple color if the light is good.

6.       The bristle is fewer and rough.

7.       With foundation brushes. The Chinese OEM factory has not made this foundation brushes for more than a year. BB is very smart; they deliver their brushes to different OEM factories in different countries in case of the huge outflow of their brushes. China makeup brush manufacturer have stopped to make the BB foundation brushes, so the foundation brushes are certainly not made in China.