Golden Gates

This look is perfect for a date, shopping or even work! I have to admit this has to be one of my favorite looks. First things first, start with a fresh clean face. Don't forget to put on moisturizer before your foundation! And fill in your eyebrows, and apply concealer.

First apply a shimmering gold across your eyelid. I am using the color on the left on the Sephora bronzer trio (pictured at right) Use a flat brush and apply all over eyelid not passing the crease. Also apply underneath your lower eyelashes and connect the color at the corner. So you have the base for a V like corner like so:

Next you want to take a darker shimmering gold eyeshadow I used the second color to the right from Covergirl's eye enhancer in brown shades: And apply it only to the crease of your eyes. There isn't much difference between the two colors so it is okay if you mess up. Make sure you blend the colors so there are not any harsh edges. Then take the dark brown shimmery color and apply it just in the corner of your eye. Also apply it on the crease till you reach the middle. It should look like this so far:

Then take the lightest color from the Covergirl set and apply it on your brow bone and in the inner corners of both eyes. Next take a pencil eyeliner and apply it on your waterline. Blink a couple of times and then apply again.

Next step is the hardest and will take some practice if you are not used to using liquid eyeliner. I am using Loreal telescopic liquid eyeliner in carbon black Do a couple of practice strokes on your hand to get the feel of the brush. Then apply as close to your lash line as you possible can. Making the line thicker at the end. Then when you reach the corner of your eye wing out the eyeliner. You may have to tweak it a little with some water and your finger to create that perfect tip. Try to make both eyes look similar, they don't have to match completely but at least look alike.

Your eyes should look like this so far:

Curl your lashes, a good trick is heating your metal eyelash curler with your hairdryer to create a better curl. Then apply mascara, my favorite mascara is Loreal's Telescopic Mascara.

Next apply blush to the apples of your cheeks, and lightly brush your forehead and nose. Then to create a beautiful natural looking glow, I use Wet n Wild's Mega Glo and apply it on my cheeks in a circular motion and on my cupids bow (above your upper lip) and below my bottom lip also to make my lips stand out more. The last and final step is applying a gold lipgloss to complete the look.

Finished! Questions? Comments? Email me!

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Do It Yourself :)

DIY! Everyone loves when things are inexpensive and even better they love when you can create them from the comfort of your own home. This blog post will give you a few tips on taking care of your body using products already found in your house! :D

• Instead of buying super expensive teeth whitening strips, make it yourself! Mix a teaspoon of baking soda and a pinch of salt with a small glass of water until mixture is a paste. Brush teeth after and rinse well. Don't use it too often to not make your teeth too sensitive and baking soda can erode tooth enamel. I suggest using it once every two weeks.

• Conditioner works as the best shaving buddy for that touchable smoothness you want. Apply just as you would shaving cream and shave as normal. Make sure you apply lotion to keep them silky smooth. The best part is that you can use any cheap conditioner and get the same result.

• Rough elbows and knees? Mix salt and olive oil together to create a scrub. Massage onto your scaly, or rough parts and rinse.

• Olive oil makes a great moisturizer.

• If you always seem to get razor burn apply Petroleum jelly while skin is still damp to seal in moisture and keep those icky bumps away. Petroleum jelly also is fantastic at softening dry hands and feet.

• Haven't gotten enough sleep, stayed up too late and have to go to work/school the next day? Apply thin slices of potato to your eyes for ten minutes to lighten skin color and fade dark circles.

• Beginning your day with a hot cup of tea with lemon is a good way to cleanse and jumpstart your metabolism.

• Apply mashed grapes to make skin softer and more youthful. Grapes have moisturizing properties. Mash grapes into a paste, spread across your face be careful to stay away from the eyes. Lie down and let it sit for 10 minutes, rinse with cool water and pat dry. Never tug on your skin or rub it too hard, that causes premature wrinkles. Then apply moisturizer.

• Bananas are great for dry skin as well. Take two ripe bananas and mash them together, apply it on the dry areas on your skin. Let it sit about 10 minutes then rinse.

• If you have oily skin citrus fruits are a fantastic help. Squeeze a couple drops of citrus juice in your bath water and the citrus fruits acids will kill bacteria in your skin and dry up excess oil.

• Lemon juice lightens dark spots. Just take a few drops and rub on dark spots however this may tend to dry your skin so make sure you apply a lotion on the areas after applying the lemon juice.

• Olive oil makes your hair shiny and silky, not to mention repairs split ends and get rid of dandruff. Massage 2-4 depending on how long your hair is) tablespoons of olive oil onto your scalp. Rub it in down to your ends. I suggest heating it first by putting it in a cup and heating in the microwave. Use a plastic bathing cap and let sit for 30 minutes. Rinse and wash hair as usual. I suggest this if you use a lot of heat products on your hair or color your hair. This helps bring life back to you hair after all the damage you put it through.

I hope this post helped keep money in your pocket and help you stay beautiful :)

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