Reader Review: MAC Brow Set


Updated 01/21/08 11:47 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 23 comments

Reader Review: MAC Brow Set

The other day, Fab came over and started waving a tube of brow gel in my face. "Have you tried this?" she asked. "It is the best." Since I hadn't, I asked her if she'd share a review with you. Since she's a sweetie, she agreed to. So, take it away, Fab: "My eyebrow prayers have been answered. Here's how. . . "I never had a lot of brow to begin with. I covet the thick, dramatic brows of Read more

Get The Most From Your Makeup: Your Old Toothbrush


Updated 12/13/07 3:23 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 13 comments

Get The Most From Your Makeup: Your Old Toothbrush

About to throw out that old toothbrush of yours, are you? Whoa Nelly, hold your horses. Your used toothbrush can also double as an eyebrow brush! I know it sounds kind of disgusting, but if you clean it properly, it's not going to transfer any cooties—I promise! First, disinfect it by soaking in it hot water infused with liquid anti-bacterial soap. Then, instead of spending more cash on a Read more

Clearly Fabulous Brow Gels


Updated 01/18/08 7:37 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 4 comments

Clearly Fabulous Brow Gels

After you've perfected your arch and filled in your wow brows, you've got to set your eyebrows so that they don't become unruly and wild. To apply, use the same motion as you would when putting on mascara. Here are some fabulous, crystal clear brow gels that act in the same sort of way that a light hold hair hair gel would act on your hair. Lola Brow Gel will put your rebellious brows in Read more

Surprising Makeup Tips From Three Celebrities


Updated 12/13/11 5:44 PM · Posted by Guest Writer · 0 comments

Celebrity Makeup Tips From Emily Blunt, Kelly Clarkson, More

Sometimes it's the student who teaches the teacher, and in the world of beauty analogies — and in this particular case — it's the celebrity client teaching the makeup artist. Here, our guest writer, Vanitymark Cosmetics founder, and celebrity makeup artist, Brett Freedman, shares with us his role-reversing experiences. In my career as a makeup artist I've been turned on to some really great Read more

Halloween Costume Idea: Dark Willow


Updated 10/11/11 6:22 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

How to Create a Dark Willow Costume For Halloween

The costume: Dark Willow It's been 10 years since Dark Willow, the world's most powerful (and seriously P.O.-ed) witch, appeared on Buffy the Vampire Slayer, but this Halloween costume is just as freaky now as it was then. It's a win-win choice from the Buffyverse, since fellow fans will get the costume immediately, and everyone else will just be impressed by your spooky look. Hair and makeup: Read more

Get the Look: The New Charlie's Angels


Updated 09/21/11 9:40 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Charlie's Angels Makeup and Hair How To

The latest Charlie's Angels reboot doesn't premiere until September 22, but you don't have to wait until then to snag the cast's style. Stars Rachael Taylor, Annie Ilonzeh, and Minka Kelly all hit the Emmys red carpet, so keep reading to find out how to re-create their looks. Read more

Lady Gaga Without (Much) Makeup on the New Harper's Bazaar Cover


Updated 09/27/11 10:15 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Lady Gaga Without Makeup

In the latest issue of Harper's Bazaar, Lady Gaga shows that she can pull off the no-makeup makeup look just as well as her usual avant-garde looks like the one above. The Lady in question isn't totally barefaced, but makeup artist Val Garland did create a minimal palette, and Bazaar suggests you use nothing but foundation, highlighter, brow gel, and lash primer to re-create the style. It's nice Read more

10 Beauty Decisions You Should Always Sleep On


Updated 04/19/11 9:45 AM · Posted by · 11 comments

10 Hair, Skin, and Makeup Decisions You Should Always Sleep On

Everybody has a "eureka!" moment once in a while, where you realize exactly what you want and how to get it. When it comes to your appearance, though, things often require a little more thought. After all, there's nothing more personal than your body, and some regrets can last a lifetime or cost you some major cash to fix. See the 10 beauty decisions you should always give at least a couple good Read more