Soft Smokey Makeup

In this tutorial from Michelle Phan, learn how to look perfect for prom! Don't waste money on a makeup artist for the big day, do it yourself and look gorgeous! For prom, you will want your makeup to be water resistant and long lasting, yet still look soft and subtle. You want ...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

Still using the same lightweight, oil-free lotion during the winter as you did last summer? Then it's obvious where your flaky, dry winter skin is coming from. The shift from warmer, more humid days to dry and cold immediately saps your skin of moisture, meaning you have to up ...more

We believe that makeup is a total facial picker upper and confidence booster, but we also believe that sometimes, when a gal has to choose between getting a few extra ZZZs and putting on smokey eyes, the ZZZs have to come first. Shorten and simplify your makeup routine by wat ...more

Black and brown smokey eyes are so last season. Kick it with the fashion forward elite by injecting some spring in your facial beautifying routine. With prom season coming up, you'll want to stand out from the crowd with an eye look that's unexpected yet undeniably pretty and ...more

Most of us wouldn't even think to wear bright yellow and royal purple together unless we happen to be at Staples Center cheeering the Laker's on through the NBA Finals Tournament. But these two colors, which happen to be complementary hues on the color wheel, actually make for ...more

Create Hello Kitty packaging inspired makeup with this makeup tutorial from Leesha, aka XSparkage. Leesha, known as XSparkage on youtube, is a self professed "make-up junkie". As a makeup artist, she has been creating makeup tutorial since 2007. XSparkage does all sorts of ma ...more

Use gel liner to create an eye makeup look with this makeup tutorial from Leesha, aka XSparkage. Leesha, known as XSparkage on youtube, is a self professed "make-up junkie". As a makeup artist, she has been creating makeup tutorial since 2007. XSparkage does all sorts of make ...more

Create a Superman makeup look with this makeup tutorial from Leesha, aka XSparkage. Leesha, known as XSparkage on youtube, is a self professed "make-up junkie". As a makeup artist, she has been creating makeup tutorial since 2007. XSparkage does all sorts of makeup looks from ...more

Create a blueberry fizz eye makeup look with this makeup tutorial from Leesha, aka XSparkage. Leesha, known as XSparkage on youtube, is a self professed "make-up junkie". As a makeup artist, she has been creating makeup tutorial since 2007. XSparkage does all sorts of makeup ...more

Create a gold makeup look for blue eyes with this makeup tutorial from Leesha, aka XSparkage. Leesha, known as XSparkage on youtube, is a self professed "make-up junkie". As a makeup artist, she has been creating makeup tutorial since 2007. XSparkage does all sorts of makeup ...more

Create an eye makeup look for green and brown eyes with this makeup tutorial from Leesha, aka XSparkage. Leesha, known as XSparkage on youtube, is a self professed "make-up junkie". As a makeup artist, she has been creating makeup tutorial since 2007. XSparkage does all sorts ...more

Create a Taurus horoscope makeup look with this makeup tutorial from Leesha, aka XSparkage. Leesha, known as XSparkage on youtube, is a self professed "make-up junkie". As a makeup artist, she has been creating makeup tutorial since 2007. XSparkage does all sorts of makeup lo ...more

The absolute hottest shade this fall for makeup is a deep eggplant or aubergine. At the Fall 2010 fashion shows, we saw models with purple smokey eyes or neutral lids and a deep berry lip. But however the color was worn, it was used by many makeup artists to add extra sultrine ...more

Emma Watson, who plays Hermione Granger in the "Harry Potter" series, is actually a lot like the character she embodies. Both are quite intelligent (Watson just finished her freshman year at Brown), strong, and independent, and both rely on minimal makeup to enhance their feat ...more

Create a cute curly hair style for short hair with this hair styling tutorial from Leesha, aka XSparkage. Leesha, known as XSparkage on youtube, is a self professed "make-up junkie". As a makeup artist, she has been creating makeup tutorial since 2007. XSparkage does all sort ...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 you're lucky enough to have snow outside your front door right now, then you know how beautiful it can be to just take a walk around the neighborhood, watching as the soft snow glistens quietly. Mimic that same surreal magic by creating a makeup look inspired by snow. Chec ...more

Since when did everyone think that smokey eyes HAVE to be brown/black/silvery? While we love the way a murky brown smokey eye looks, there are so many more options out there if you want to do a smokey eye look but are bored of the usual colors. If you're feeling a little adve ...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

Smokey eyes are not just for nightclubs anymore! If you are looking to glam up your daytime look, follow along with this makeup tutorial from Ashley Victoria. This look is just smokey enough for a night out, and just subtle enough for a day at work. So, if you need a look to t ...more

Want to dress up as Queen Cleopatra but don't want to look exactly like every other Queen Cleopatra this Halloween? Then take a walk on the colorful side by applying this super bright and highly geometric makeup look. Instead of going simply with smokey eyes (with cat eye lin ...more

Firstly, looking like modern screen siren Eva Mendes requires confidence. Lots of confidence. The stunner has posed nearly nude for Calvin Klein and doesn't flinch at wearing extremely form-fitting, low cut frocks at red carpet events. Plus, the girl loves having fun with her ...more

In the Age of the Smokey Eye, women who get glammed up with red lips and cat eyes are endangered species. Fifty years ago you would have seen nothing but, yet today the predominance of Kim Kardashian smokey eyes and nude lips has made anyone wearing red lips a wonder. Which i ...more

Ever since "Slumdog Millionaire," Bollywood has taken up space as its own niche in Hollywood films, and continues to grow in popularity as fans visit the films for their splendor, magnificently decadent production, and dresses and makeup that make the women look like walking g ...more

The UK tv series "Skins" is centered on a group of teenagers living in Bristol, England, and their lives as they struggle with eating disorders, family dysfunction, homosexuality, and mental illness. Basically, your typical prime time drama. This makeup look is inspired by a ...more

Goodbye, New York! When filming for "Sex and the City 2," the "Sex and the City" gals said adios to the big apple and left for Morocco for a nice Middle Eastern romp. As a result, the girls added some exotic touches to their makeup to fit in with the heavy and hot desert atmos ...more

"That 70s Show" star Mila Kunis has grown into quite a gorgeous young woman, and never fails to sport perfectly groomed brows and sheer though flattering makeup when she's on the red carpet. The look presented in this video is inspired by a taupe and cranberry smokey eye worn ...more

In the latest Twilight movie, Dakota Fanning plays Jane - a member of the Volturi. In this clip, Sean Conklin a makeup artist from Los Angeles' Make-Up Designory shows you how to get this look at home. This extremely smokey eye is dramatic and works best for a night out or spe ...more

You really can't look tacky or go wrong using Chanel products. Whether it's the classic Chanel quilted bag with a chain strap or well edited makeup colors, Chanel defines timeless beauty and luxury. So if you're into classic makeup looks and love Chanel (who doesn't?), check o ...more

This beauty video demonstrates how to do a Christina Aguilera hollywood glam makeup look. Marlena, aka MakeupGeek, is a freelance makeup artist living in Michigan. Marlena says "Makeup isn’t just paint for the face, something to cover blemishes, or even something fun to do in ...more

For those of you who need a little brushing up on Greek history, Ares is the god of war. He represents bloodlust, brutality, violence, and civil order. As such, he's usually depicted as a strong, mature warrior with a shield and golden armor. This Wearable Wednesday makeup lo ...more

As far as makeup skills go, knowing how to create a dramatic smoky eye is as important as knowing how to paint on the perfect red lip. Learn how to do this basic makeup trick and you'll be ready for any fabulous occasion, from bat mitzvahs to Christmas. Check out this makeup ...more

Vampires are the biggest fashion icons these days. Who would have known that a group of the undead would be gracing the covers of Vogue and Elle? If you are looking to get a beautiful vampy makeup style, check out this tutorial. This look is dramatic but also simple enough to ...more

Tom Pecheaux, Estee Lauder's new creative director, came to the company with a vision in mind: Bold, more unexpected drops of color for their eyeshadow palettes, lipsticks, and glosses. And bold is the only way to describe his Blue Dahlia palette, which is filled with intense ...more

This beauty video demonstrates how to create a St. Patrick's Day makeup look. Marlena, aka MakeupGeek, is a freelance makeup artist living in Michigan. Marlena says "Makeup isn’t just paint for the face, something to cover blemishes, or even something fun to do in my spare ti ...more

Hayley Williams is a rock chic with a soft side, as evidenced by the constant contrast between her disarming red hair and her romantic, soft makeup. While the girl amps things up when she's on the red carpet, for the most part she prefers light, shimmery colors to emphasize he ...more

Fall is coming, and it's time to whip up that sexy smokey eye makeup look! This makeup tutorial video will give you tips on how to apply your smokey eye. Part 1 of 2 - How to Apply Smokey Eyes. Part 2 of 2 - How to Apply Smokey Eyes.

Follow the latest makeup trend and apply smokey eye makeup! Learn the step-by-step process of creating smokey eyes in this free video clip from a professional makeup artist. Part 1 of 15 - How to Apply smoky eye makeup. Apply smoky eye makeup - Part 2 of 15. Click through to w ...more

Create a dramatic smokey eye makeup look! Part 1 of 3 - How to Create a dramatic smokey eye. Part 2 of 3 - How to Create a dramatic smokey eye. Part 3 of 3 - How to Create a dramatic smokey eye.

This makeup tutorial will teach you to apply makeup for a funky purple smokey eye. This smokey eye is a classic makeup look, and will have yo u looking great all night. MAC products used: + Painterly Paint Pot with 252 Brush + Provence Pigment with 224 Brush + Violet Pigment ...more

Did you know that the "Victoria's Secret" makeup look (you know, dark, sultry smokey eyes and nude lips) is the most often requested look at MAC counters and cosmetics counters everywhere? Okay, we're not entirely sure that's true, but every time we hit up MAC we always see gi ...more

Every girl needs to know how to do a smokey eye with her makeup. This video makeup tutorial will show you how you can make a brown smokey eye look.

More likely than not, you're going to be doing smokey eyes off and on for the rest of your life because the makeup look flatters whether you're 21 or 52, going to graduation or just going to work. Learn how to do Jessica Alba inspired smokey eyes by watching this video. This ...more

If you like the looks of Kim Kardashian's makeup, then this video is perfect for you. This makeup tutorial will show you how to recreate a shimmery blue and silver smokey eye makeup look inspired by Kardashian, so follow along for all the tips and beauty products used. Part 1 ...more

According to our "plain Jane" protagonist Bella from the Twilight Saga, Rosalie Hale is the most beautiful woman in the world. That's quite a lot of praise to stack on one woman, but as we've seen with the films, Rosalie does in fact look quite ravishing. In the "Twilight" fi ...more

Buying a digital camera doesn't mean your old prints, slides, or negatives are obsolete. You can easily convert them with a scanner to bring them into the 21st century. Watch this video to learn how to convert photos to digital. You Will Need * Photos, slides, or negatives * ...more

The smokey eye is a staple of makeup and eyeshadow artists everywhere. This tutorial makeup video will teach you how to do a fast and easy smokey eye.

This makeup tutorial video will show you how you can use makeup to make your eyeshadow into a Smokey Green look. I used: Urban Decay Primer Potion MAC eyeshadow Blanc Type MAC eyeshadow Nylon MAC eyeshadow Juxt MAC eyeshadow Swimming MAC eyeshadow Humid Clinique Cream Liner S ...more

The smokey eyes are essential for every woman's makeup repertoire. This tutorial video will show you how to use various MAC makeup products to apply a great looking smokey eye. Products used: . Mac Bare Canvas Paint . Mac Juxt e/s . Mac Aquadisiac e/s . Mac Carbon e/s . Mac Ph ...more

Kim Kardashian knows her way around a smokey eye. Like, sister could put her makeup on in the dark and still be the hottest thing on the red carpet. So it goes without saying that we often find ourselves oogling her pictures and finding inspiration in them for our own smokey e ...more

Watch this instructional cosmetics video to apply M.A.C and Bourgeois Makeup for a pink and black smokey eye. Use M.A.C brushes to achieve a delicate blending effect. Use bold pinks and dark colors for this eye shadowing job.

If you're planning to do a powerful makeup look tonight, like glittery purple smokey eyes, waterlined inner rims, and a bright red pout, then why not highlight your work - and pretty face - by getting all the hair out of your face? Make your complexion the spotlight by wrappi ...more

Take some tips from Michelle Phan with this video on creating your own natural eye makeup remover. Stop spending the bucks when the solution is right in the kitchen cabinet. I have been using Extra Virgin Olive Oil to remove my eye makeup for a year. I remember someone told m ...more

Don't know how to do your eye makeup this summer? Try a soft gold and pink eye look. Watch this makeup how-to video tutorial to learn how to achieve a beautiful eye makeup look with gold and light pink eyeshadows.

Smokey eyes have a particular rep. Specifically, that they're super dramatic, mixed with intense hues and only wearable for ultra sultriness at night. But that's like saying you can only wear your most figure flattering LBD dress at night because it's too pretty for daytime. ...more

Smokey eyes get a rep for being a nighttime makeup look, the ultimate transformative tool to go from clean and conservative to sultry and sexy. But they don't have to be reserved just for nighttime activities. Check out this makeup tutorial to learn how to create a Jennifer L ...more

Makeup junkie Kim Kardashian rarely leaves the house without a full blown smokey eye and nude lip look. But even she changes it up every once in a while. At a recent red carpet event she paired neutral smokey eyes with red lips to great old Hollywood effect. Learn how to recr ...more

Smokey eyes are so boring, don't you think? Whether or not you vary the colors (blue smokey eye versus black and silver smokey eye) the same idea is there: layer it on, smoke it out, and presto! Smokey eyes. But with so many gals turning to smokey eyes to get their sexy makeup ...more