How to Make Face Foundation for Makeup

Any color, like royal blue in this how-to video, can beautifully create a smoky eye look. Use these cosmetics to create this look: Revlon Colorstay SPF 6 foundation (oily/combo) in Golden Beige, Physician's Formula Bronze Gems bronzer, Estee Lauder blush in "Fresh Plum," Too F ...more

Traditional makeup is too boring for special occasions, so why not try something a little more fun to ring in the new year? This how-to video goes through the intensive process of applying a vibrantly colorful and ornate harlequin mask, using just makeup. The cosmetic products ...more

Watch this makeup video tutorial from Petrilude on how to create a carbon copy "smoky purple eyes" makeup look. What does carbon copy mean? Well, Xsparkage was inspired by Petrilude's "Jeweltone UV Neon" look and did her own version (which was beyond amazing), now Petrilude is ...more

Kim Kardashian really doesn't need to wear all the makeup she does. As we've all seen through tabloids, Kim even looks glamorous sans makeup and just getting a pedicure at a cheap salon. But when Kim wears makeup she's smokin' hot. Watch ths tutorial to see how to create Kim' ...more

If your makeup routine consists only of basic foundation, curling your eyelashes, and swiping on lipstick, then you're not pushing your cosmetics to their most gorgeous potential. Just like priming a wall before you paint it, it's important to prime your face before you add a ...more

Vampires live - er, well, don't live but stay intact - for a long time. As such, they live through multiple eras, each with its own unique look. Queen Sophie-Anne, the vampire queen of Louisiana in "True Blood", clearly got stuck in the 1950s. The pretty vampire wears her red ...more

Katy Perry is one quirky cutie who always puts her own spin on looks on the red carpet. Whether it was her shocking Smurf blue hair at the MTV Video Music Awards or her glittery cat eyes for her "California Gurls" music video with Snoop Dogg, she's always ahead of the game. W ...more

As a mom and now in her late 20s, Christina Aguilera sports classy and age appropriate makeup, attending red carpets with classic ruby lips and light cat eyes. But this Ecuadorian and Irish beauty wasn't always this put together and chic. A few years ago she was known as XTin ...more

New mommy Adriana Lima is gorgeous in a way only Victoria's Secret models can be. Tall, statuesque, and with beautiful light blue eyes that contrast with her dark brown hair, she's really quite a picture of perfection. Steal her signature bronzy beauty look by checking out th ...more

Former "Hills" hottie Lauren Conrad is the type of girl you'd bring home to your parents. With girl next door wholesome looks, a can-do attitude, and charming demeanor, Conrad has undoubtedly been the most successful "Hills" star, garnering a book deal and a Kohl's clothing li ...more

Celebrities look amazing in photos, on the red carpet, and really just in general, but they can attribute their awesome beauty to more than just their heavenly descent to earth. Learn how to contour your face with this tutorial by Petrilude. Used at absolutely every magazine ...more

Urban Decay has a nasty habit of releasing highly anticipated makeup palettes in very limited quantities so they sell like hotcakes. Their most recent palette, NAKED, sold out in seconds on their website, but if you were one of the lucky ones to snatch one of these up, then th ...more

In this video from Fashion Face, we are shown how to do a 1920's pink film noir makeup look that was actually requested by Courtney Love and originally created by a makeup artist for the brand Illamasqua. This is an extreme look, and there are a lot of tools and makeup involve ...more

In order to create a fairy inspired makeup look, you will need the following: foundation, pink blush, powder, blue eye shadow, purple eye shadow, pink eye shadow, lavender eye shadow, and glitter. Apply foundation. This look is achieved through pastels and glitter. Use a ligh ...more

In order to create your own vampire inspired makeup look, you will need the following: false teeth, red lip tint, smoky eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, foundation, and concealer. Apply concealer to all of the imperfections and dark areas on your face. Apply a foundation that i ...more

Who better to learn how to apply TV news makeup from than an actual TV news anchor? Emily Noel is a famous TV news anchor with several years in the biz, and she's here with this makeup tutorial to show you exactly how to get that flawless, shine-free TV anchor look you see in ...more

If you've ever flipped through a Victoria Secret's catalog, you probably have noticed the uber gorgeous Brazilian model, Adriana Lima and her smoldering good looks. In this video presented by Fashion face TV, learn how to apply Adriana Lima dewy makeup for all skin types! Prod ...more

School's out and summer's in. And what better way to celebrate your newfound freedom to schlub around and do absolutely nothing than with a trip to an amusement park? A well-deserved break from your break, hitting up Disneyland is a great way to unwind and perhaps meet a cute ...more

In this video, we learn how to get a classy rich makeup look with Shar Connolly. You will first do your foundation, using a brush to make a matte look on your face. Use a concealer under the eyes to cover and dark circles. Next, grab a coffee eye pencil and eye line your upper ...more

In another great video from FashionFace TV, we get a full face look inspired by the iconic beauty of Raquel Welch. In addition to a set of makeup brushes, you will need eye base, peach color corrector, matte light colored eyeshadow, satin taupe eyeshadow, black eyeshadow, bla ...more

In this video, we learn how to find your true skin undertone. Although you may look at your face and think that you have pink undertones, you might not. You will want to look at your chest and see if you are more yellow toned than you are red. This can help you choose your mak ...more

"Waka" means "to be lighted" in the African dialect of Swahili, a term designating praise and being in the spotlight. What a perfect word, then, to name a song about the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Shakira's "Waka Waka" is at the top of the charts right now, but the true highlight o ...more

While there exist many makeup tutorials out on the web, you'll seldom find one that applies to all skin tones. Darker skin tones in particular require a different outlook in terms of color intensity and application. In this makeup video, you'll learn how to use neutral tones ...more

As part of the trifecta of hotties on "Vampire Diaries" (Damon and Stephen, her two leading men, being the other two) Nina Dobrev wears little to no makeup as her sweet character Elena Gilbert. But she still looks drop dead gorgeous. While we can't exactly steal her good genes ...more

In this video, we learn how to do makeup like Lady Gaga from the "Bad Romance" music video. To begin, apply ivory foundation all over the face with a foundation brush. Now, blend the makeup out with a sponge then apply a finishing powder. Next, apply a pink and white eyeshadow ...more

Think there's only one way to apply makeup? While it's true that the same general rules apply to shaping your brows and applying foundation, certain makeup tasks like putting on eyeshadow and blush vary in method depending on individual traits like the shape of your face and y ...more

Hayley P. shows her viewers how to apply makeup with a foundation brush to reduce the appearance of dark circles around the eyes. If you follow her instructions, you will reduce the appearance of dark circles and you will look more awake. To start the makeup application proce ...more

Searching for the best vibrant look? Watch this video to learn how to combine coral and purple eyeshadows to add some flair to your makeup routine. PRODUCTS USED --FACE-- Clinique Perfectly Real Makeup - Shade 18 (G) MAC Studio Fix Foundation - NC 35 MAC Northern Light MSF (b ...more

Almost everything we saw in the new movie "Tron: Legacy" made our jaws drop to the floor. From the amazing light cycles which carved beams of light wherever they drove to the awesome dueling between the "programs" and user Sam, there was much coolness to be seen. But we were ...more

Today on the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show runway you'll definitely see more smoky eyes than you can count. But don't expect to see your run-of-the-mill black and brown smoky eyes. Rather, this year it's all about amazing, dazzling color. So take a gander at this makeup tuto ...more

In this video, we learn how to create a "purple smoke" fashion makeup look. start out by applying foundation to the face, then apply purple liner around the lips and fill them in half way to the middle. Then, smear the color into the middle and apply purple shadow over the lip ...more

In this video, we learn how to get a Twilight New Moon Cullen inspired makeup look. First, take some red lipstick and make two red dots on the neck where you would have gotten bitten. Then, drag the lipstick down to make it look like blood going down the neck. After this, appl ...more

"Baywatch" babe Pamela Anderson is famous for big, sultry smokey eyes and plush, nude lips. In this tutorial you'll learn how to achieve an utterly gorgeous purple-based smokey eye that's perfect for a night out club hopping with your posse. It's a beautiful makeup look that'l ...more

Looking for an eye color that is nice and soft? Then try this pink and gray eyeshadow look. Follow along with this how-to video to learn how easy it is to create this pastel pink and light gray eye look. Products used for pink and gray look: Eyes Base - Too Faced Eyeshadow I ...more

Not just the Disney princesses have enviable style. This how-to video shows a makeup look based on the villain from Aladdin, Jafar. The cosmetic products used to create this look are MAC's Face and Body foundation, Select mMisturecover concealer, Brunetter brow finisher, Myste ...more

In order to create your own Megan Fox inspired makeup look, you will need the following: liquid liner, primer, eyeliner, false eyelashes, mascara, eyebrow pencil, bronzer, blush, lip gloss, lipstick (brown and pink), and foundation. Apply primer to your eye area. Add a light ...more

Remember Skipper? She was Barbie's younger sister (we think) and she had her own thing going on with Mattel, with various Rollerblading Skippers and Christmas Skippers at every little girl's disposal to purchase. She's disappeared over the last couple of years, but she's stil ...more

In this video, we learn how to create the Misty Maven drag queen makeup. Start off by applying a primer to the eye, followed by white eyeshadow over the entire eye and underneath the eyebrow. Next, apply a gray shadow in the crease, brushing it out to the outer v of the eye, m ...more

In this video, we learn how to steal Twilight's Nikki Reed New Moon makeup look. Start out with concealer underneath the eyes, then foundation over the entire face. Make sure it's a pale color to reduce the color of cheeks and regular skin. After this, apply a white shimmer co ...more

Kandee shows us how to apply a glamorous makeup look for your wedding in this video tutorial. To begin, apply foundation to your entire face, followed by a blush on the apples of the cheeks. After this, fill in your eyebrows to the appropriate color that matches your hair. Nex ...more

Reality TV star Kim Kardashian definitely knows she's got sex appeal in her deck of cards. Which is why, if you've ever paid attention to her on the red carpet, she's almost always wearing a smoky eye and nude lip combo. We're talking 9 times out of 10. Get inspired by Kim's ...more

In this video, we learn how to apply burnt orange to eyes for this fall. Start out by applying primer to your eyelids, followed by using airbrush foundation over your entire face. Next, find a burnt orange colored eyeshadow from any brand, and brush it on the crease of your ey ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to apply ice blue eye shades for the winter. To start, apply concealer underneath your eyes and then apply foundation to the entire face. Next, use an angled brush to apply makeup to your brows and make them more full. Now apply powder underneath ...more

This video shows how to apply a liquid foundation with the 190 brush. The problem with this brush is that it leaves a lot of streaks in your makeup. Pour a bit of the foundation onto the back of your hand. Then spritz your face, hand and the brush with a little water. Dip the ...more

In this video, we learn how to create a dark gothic makeup look. First, apply a pale foundation and powder to the face to pale down your skin. After this, apply a black gel eyeliner all over the lid, flaring out the the side to make a winged shape. Then, apply on the bottom of ...more

In this video, Anna Saccone gives an updated makeup routine for people who have oily skin. First, you should apply foundation onto your skin and blend it into your skin well. Concealer comes next, applying it underneath your eyes and along your brow line, using your ring finge ...more

Get the most out of your look, turn yourself into the beauty you are with just a little makeup. Watch this video tutorial on how to create a Rihanna-inspired cat eye makeup look. Yep, that's right... learn how to turn yourself into a cat with this Rihanna makeup instructional. ...more

We may not have Brigitte Bardot's perfect plush lips or her French sex appeal so natural she seems to have been born with it, but we can steal her makeup tricks! Bardot was most famous for her bedroom eyes - you know, the half closed, half open wink she would lay upon cinema v ...more

A twist on the classic smokey eye look, this video adds a light teal turn. Learn how by watching this tutorial. PRODUCTS USED --FACE-- Beauty From the Earth Foundation in Dark Beauty From the Earth Mineral Veil MAC Mineralized Skin Finish in Northern Light (blush) MAC Mineral ...more

What's Halloween without getting your fair share of frights? While the rest of the world will be dressing up as some overly pale character from "Twilight" this Halloween, stand out in the crowd - and maybe scare a passerby or two - by dressing up as a flesh-eating zombie. Thi ...more

This how-to video from makeup master Judy demonstrates a pretty bridal look inspired by Carried Underwood. She used mostly MAC cosmetics, specifically URBAN DECAY primer potion, MAC "girl friendly" paint pot, MAC "shore leave" E/S, MAC "cork" E/S, MAC "handwritten" E/S, MAC "r ...more

Learn how to create a makeup look inspired by Shania Twain "Gonna Get You Good" with this tutorial. You will need Biolage Moisturizer, Revlon Beyond Natural Face Primer, Revlon Beyond Natural Liquid Foundation(220 Light-Medium), Clinique Perfectly Real Powder (120 N), Almay Bl ...more

Bumble bee eyes? Not quite, but this combination of yellows and blacks might cause a buzz! Watch and learn how to create attention grabbing eyes using these make up techniques and tips. ****PRODUCTS USED**** --FACE-- Beauty From The Earth Mineral Foundation in Dark Beauty Fro ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to apply pretty makeup. First, use a foundation brush to apply foundation in your skin tone all over your face. From here, apply concealer to the red spots or breakout areas and then apply a powder foundation over that. Then, you will focus on th ...more

Bring pretty back this Halloween by dressing up as a flirty yet mischevious fairy. Though fairies haven't been all too popular recently in comparison to vampires and werewolves, the revelation of Sookie's fairy lineage on "True Blood" has gotten people interested in these mini ...more

Go for a bug theme this Halloween! This Halloween makeup tutorial demonstrates how to apply a fun bumblebee costume makeup look. Be a queen be this Halloween. Enjoy! Here's are all the makeup products used for this Halloween look (All MAC unless otherwise stated): EYES -soft ...more

Dip into the sultriness of Arabic women with this Fall look that's sure to drop jaws. It's a smokey Arabic-style look with vivid purples and reds. It's the perfect autumn makeup look when wearing dark colors. Watch this video for the step-by-step instructions for applying this ...more

In this video, we learn how to create a minimal back to school makeup look. First, you will need to shape your eyebrows and apply brow gel if they look bad. Next, apply foundation and bronzer as you need it on your entire face. If you have dark circles around your eyes, use co ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to apply glitter eye makeup. First, apply foundation and concealer to the eyelid and underneath the bottom of the eye until it's pressed on. Then, apply foundation to the rest of the eye. From here, apply a glitter shadow to the eye using a fluff ...more

Not since Jackie O has the First Lady made such a fashion smash. In this tutorial, learn how to style your makeup just like Michelle Obama. Mrs. Obama always has a fresh face to represent our nation and now you can acheive this look too. Step 1: The basis to all great makeup ...more