Powder or Cream Blush - Which Is Best for Oily Skin?

Powder or Cream Blush - Which Is Best for Oily Skin?

By Ramy Khuffash

If you attempt to look after your oily skin and you're particular about which makeup you use on it, this is a question you should have thought about by now.

The answer is that the two could be okay. The key point is to experiment with it. As always, trial and error is key when it comes to deciding on the best solutions for your skin.

A lot of people with oily skin end up using powder as the creams feel oily, but it turns out that the majority of powders also consist of oil and cause the skin to look more shiny. One issue to think about is that the powders tend to wear off earlier than the creams so you might need to re-apply in the day if you decide to use a powder. Most cream solutions quickly come to the mind as some thing to steer clear of when it comes to oily skin as many of them are quite oily and blush usually has a shine to it which can make your skin look greasy. This doesn't mean that you need to write them off entirely.

One example of a cream that is less heavy and has received good reviews from people with oily skin is the NYC Blushable Cream Stick. If you're planning to try out a cream blush, you need to make sure that you only apply a extremely thin coating of the stuff. A little certainly goes a long way in this instance.

Now this doesn't mean to say that you have got to try some creams out on your skin. If you feel like powders work better with you then you should continue to use powders, but if you're not satisfied with the powder you use then you shouldn't settle. There might be some thing available that works better with your skin.

One benefit of powder is that it is easier to reapply if it does wear off through the day. You could use a "cream to powder" which may last for a longer period than cream or powder. It starts as a cream then dries as a powder finish. Overall, I usually recommend using powder for oily skin and that's the conclusion that a lot of people come to, nevertheless I do not think that powder blush is the be all and end all and there are some reasonable cream blush choices available.

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How to Apply the Perfect Lip Color and Blush

Author: LaDonna Williams

Lip color is essential to makeup applications. When choosing a lip color take into consideration your skin tone, eye color and lip shape. For the most flattering lipstick choose a color that is one or two shades darker than your skin tone. Here are the general rules for lipstick selection. If you have light skin (fair skin) should choose neutral or nude, pinks and coral colors. Medium skin tones look great with deep mauve, burgundy, and rose colors. If your skin is dark you have a little more flexibility a lighter color such as champagne or walnut colors are ideal during the day and darker colors such as deep purples or wine colors for the evening. Applying lip color can be a little tricky; we are used to applying lip color by taking our lipstick and going around in a complete circle or the back and forth method on each lip. You should apply your lipstick starting at the outer corner of the upper lip stopping in the middle. Repeat on the opposite side. Connect the center peak of the lips using rounded strokes. Be sure to follow the natural lip line. Repeat the same steps for the bottom lip.

Lip liner can also be used to help keep the lipstick from feathering. Lip liner is traditionally applied before the lipstick application; however in recent years lip liners have been applied after lipstick application this allows for easier blending. Lip liner should not be dramatically lighter or darker than your lip color; however if you choose to use a slightly darker lip liner be sure to blend to avoid harsh lip lines. Lip liner should be applied in the same manner as lipstick.

Blush or (cheek color) should give a natural looking glow to the face. It also makes the contour of the face more attractive. Cream color blushes resemble cream foundations and are generally used for dry to normal skin because they are usually oil-based. Liquid blush is suitable for all skin types. The most popular are the dry pressed blushes that come in a variety of shades. Here are the general rules to applying the perfect blush. First, apply where natural color would normally appear on the cheeks. Do not apply above the outer corner of the eye or toward the nose beyond the center of the eye. Secondly, blend the color so that it fades softly into the skin or foundation. Keep in mind to coordinate your cheek color with your eye makeup and lip color. Visit http://www.admirecosmetics.com for more product information.

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LaDonna is a licensed cosmetologist with over 17 years of experience under her belt. She has a special interest in hair growth and makeup artistry. Her products and service is superb and professional. Her makeup line is known by other professionals as one of the best products on the market. Visit http://www.admirecosmetics.com for more details on products.

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Makeup Brush Must Haves

Author: Arrvada

There are a few brushes that every woman needs to have in her makeup bag. And believe me, finding which ones you need, can be a challenge, considering there are so many brands, types, lengths, shapes, styles to choose from.

If we were to buy every brush for every tiny thing, we'd have a few hundred brushes. In my opinion, that's too many. So how are we to decide? Are we supposed to have a brush for creases, for lips, for eyebrows, for eye liner, blush, contour, highlight, foundation….Phew, the list goes on.

If you are like me I don't want to have 100 brushes if I could have a few and do the same stuff. Not to mention my budget can't afford to buy every new brush that comes out on the market. So here's my advice:

Your makeup bag only needs to have these three brushes. Three? Yes, three. A really good blush brush, not too big or fluffy, but nice and compact with a nice firmness. This one brush can be used for your powder, contour, highlight, blush and bronzer. All can be done with just one brush. It's definitely the way to go for your personal makeup bag. The best brands to choose from are VIP-CAT Cosmetics, MAC and Smashbox (though Smashbox can be a bit pricey. Their brushes to last forever though). If you are on a more restrained budget I recommend VIP-CAT or MAC.

The second brush you definitely need is an angled liner brush. The best one in my opinion is VIP-CAT's angled liner brush. It isn't too big, is nice and firm and is perfect to use for Eyebrows, Eyeliner and even applying lipstick.

And third you need a pencil blending brush. The Pencil Blender is perfect to pack color into your crease, can pack shadow onto your brow bone and lid and can be used to blend them all out to a beautiful finish. Again I recommend VIP-CAT, MAC or Smashbox.

With these three brushes you will always be able to create a beautiful flawless look. Hope this gives you a place to start when refining your makeup bag for all your makeup needs.

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About the Author

Arrvada is a freelance writer in beautiful Northern California. Her passion for writing has been a constant since birth.

An avid reader, her writing has blossomed inspired by the books she read, from the classics like Robin Hood, Ivanhoe and Treasure Island. She grew up with Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys and found a love for the written word at a young age.

She completed her first full length novel at fifteen and her publication came at 19 years old with Legend of Cauterhaugh.

"Writing is my passion, my addiction, my drug. Words paint my soul and they are the window into me."

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Blush for Less

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