Down to the tips

Who doesn't love dressing up our fingertips? Somedays, I wear a different color on each one this changes the look of your hands completely. If you're like me..you can even match them with outfits.
Need a way to vent? You can always express yourself through different graphics on your fingernails.
Thanks to Pinterest our minds are forever tainted with ideas!!!
How do you feel about nail designs? Do you prefer plain or jazzy??
XOXOXO

Stack my Locks..

Fall 2012 is coming out with familiar hairstyles. Style always repeats itself and their is no deny this retro bouffant. What is s bouffant you ask? The definition says: a bouffant is a type of hairstyle characterized by hair piled high on the head and hanging down on the sides.
Originated in the late 50's then exploded into the Mod 60's.
Fall runways were full of all kinds of time machine looks.
Will you rock a bouffant this Fall?
I love to break out a Amy Winehouse Beehive.

Support your fellow artists! Introducing Amber..

I love supporting another striving makeup artist. I have watched Miss Amber for a little over a year now and her work is growing. I had to find out more about this lovely artist.

Well,hello lovely lady! Tell me five fun facts about you?
I love to rescue animals, I make really cool cakes, My FAVORITE color is purple!, I like to sing, and I love coloring hair!


Q.Amber, how many friends have to received through Facebook?
I have met a ton of new friends from Facebook


Q.Where do you call home?
Arlington, TX (home of the Dallas Cowboys! hehe)

Dallas Cowboy FAN huh?+10 cool points
RIGHT ON!

Q.What brought you into the makeup world?

I have played in my mothers makeup every since i can remember but i got really into in 09 after i had my son i was going through a depression and it was a way to escape my thoughts and just be artistic.


Q.Was their any other makeup artists that inspired you?

Yes, I actually watched youtube videos and learned a lot from Queenofblending and Petrilude then I picked up some books from Sam Fine and Kevin Aucoin


Q.Are you self taught? Do you feel YouTube makeup tutorials really help people?

Yes, I am self taught and i do believe youtube is an amazing tool for anybody to learn just about anything they want


Q.What's your biggest accomplishment
you have found in the makeup field?

I would say getting to inspire others is my biggest accomplishment never in a million yrs would i have thought i could help so many and guide women on how to do certain looks and tricks that i have learned! It makes my heart happy to help!

Q.If you could come up with your own quad compact of eyeshadows, what colors would you use to describe your style?
Purple (of course), Hot Pink, Silver, and Turquoise! all of those are bold, daring and bubbly!



Q.Who would be your ideal celebrity client?
I would love to do Mariah Carey's makeup! OMG!!! I would so die!


Q.What's one makeup product you can not live without?
Mascara

Q.Favorite makeup brand?
I dont have a favorite I love to use it all even the 1$ brand :)


Q.Which of your many looks is your favorite and why?

My favorite at the moment is when i used purple, black, blue, silver, and pink.



Q.Where can friends view all of your fabulous work? YouTube? Facebook?
YouTube:
www.youtube.com/user/AmberNicoleMakeup ( have a few tutorials)
Facebook www.facebook.com/ambernicolemakeup


Look forward to seeing more creations!!

Mad woman moments...Inspired.

In one day the I find the oddest things that inspire me. I can think of millions of concepts off of these photos.
What to do?
What to do?

Rejuvenating your favorite mascara

My favorite mascara is running out. It's no longer in stock and I can not bare to part ways yet.
So, ladies I have found a remedy that works magic on old lifeless mascara. Three tiny drops of your contact solution into your mascara case. Pump and stir around your wand. After, a few good swirls remove your fresh wand apply to your lashes. That just gave you two more weeks for those flirty lashes. Making sure you get your money's worth $$$$ cha-Ching!

❤

I love my job and everyone I get the chance to beautify :)

NO!! Don't throw it away...

Ladies, are you clumsy? Drop your favorite compact or press to hard on your favorite eyeshadow? I hate that, don't you?
Today, a dear friend of mine Tovah Angelino did this and I thought...WOW do women know not to throw it away? Pick up those precious pricy pieces!! Grab alcohol and place your broken pigments back into the compact, add drops of the alcohol. I personally find using a needle to stir the mixture is easiest. Keep adding alcohol and stirring until you have a creation that looks like paste.
Grab a razor blade or anything with a straight edge and scrape the top. Let the concoction dry over night, do not close the compact!! To dry it needs air;)
Enjoy!

Ask A Man...

Sometimes you feel like just asking a man simple questions. Maybe one who has no ties with you and can answer honestly. You now will be able too!! Special days.. I'll post Ask A Man and underneath place and question you would like to know. Let's keep it PG folks!!!
I had some questions myself found great answers :) enjoy!!!

Do men prefer women with or without makeup?

I prefer makeup, because we grow accustom to seeing women in makeup. Nine outta 10 women wear makeup for attraction.

So women wear makeup for guys?

Yes at it's bases because its primal sort of like a peacock shows its feathers to attach their mate...women use the same logic. However it is not a deal breaker if a woman doesn't prefer makeup.

Do men prefer matching toes and nails?

No, it's not a preference as long as they are neatly kept.


(I found majority of men preferred French tip manicures.)

Do men find long nails attractive?

I prefer short. There no need, there no need attraction towards length. It's not a deal breaker either. But, I find mid length to be satisfying.

Do men prefer perfume ?
I absolutely perfer perfume, the sense of smell is one of the man sense to attraction. Perfume sends off all kinds of signals, if there is a woman whom you are attracted as a man the first scent I get of her almost creates a long lasting memory.

Does a man prefer a woman who does many hairstyles or keeps it natural?

I prefer a woman with a lot of versatility. I like to know that if we are going out out know when to put on a show. But, if we stop by my parents house I like a woman who knows when and how to dress. So those who like to dress typically enjoy doing their hair in styles.

Do men prefer tattooed or not tattooed?

I guess the way I see it is if I met s girl and I like envy thing about her and she has tattoos then that's okay. However it's not something I seek out. More importantly if your going to have a tattoo it should really mean something and be very selective.
Tattooed women are hot though!!!

Brilliant Coiffe

It's summertime and bright neon loud colors are everywhere from bathing suits to luscious locks.
I have always been one to stand out with hair color, I prefer red though it :) matches my personality. Over the years I have tried many different colors and treatments. Luckily I still have hair but, for those of you who would like to experiment yourself I have details for you.
A lot of the bright colors will not attach to darker hair. Don't get me wrong it can add shades of color but for the most part it will not be bright. Lightening your hair causes a lot of damage but, if you do it gradually towards a blonde tone color the bright pigments should not have difficulty attaching.
I have a natural red tint in my hair from dying it repeatedly. I found a product called "Splat" at Wal Mart!!! Yes, I said Wal Mart...exciting I know!! Splat comes with a bleach kit but I personally don't use that. The sweet red bottle inside is full of pigment and all you need.With gloves and tons of Vaseline to help from turning my forehead and ears red. I apply the color everywhere and rinse! The red you get is almost hypnotizing it is so bright!!!
I have also used Manic Panic for my pinks, teals and purples! Very vibrant!!!
Remember the lighter the hair the better results, if your scared you can always lighten strips of your hair and have fun playing.
If you have any other questions or comments feel free to contact me.

I challenge you..

I have falling in love with Pinterest!
It keeps me inspired and entertains my idle hours. I enjoy the tutorials that the artists post, it depicts step by step pictures of makeup applications. I love this concept...ladies pick up your brushes and try this look!! Tag me in your photos on Facebook...loves <3

Violent Lips are BAD!!!!

Have you heard about Violent Lips? They are shocking!! Violent Lips are advertised as actual tattoos for your lips!
You size the image to your lips then cut perfectly on the lines. With a washcloth dampen the tattoo for 30 seconds, once the transfer is made the estimated time the tattoo will stay all depends on how you care for your lips while wearing these AMAZING looks. I have been told a nice Chapstick keeps them moist and manageable. So, many different looks to play with!! Dare to step out of your box???

Lipstick Kisses

I found this chart, it seems pretty valid to me. The shades do match events as displayed!!! Agree or Disagree?

Underground MUAH

Converting to the big screen doesn't seem appealing to me. Higher in the makeup field they begin using airbrush. I've thought about purchasing a machine and trying it out for myself. Then it hit me...majority of women in a average home will never own a airbrush machine, so why do looks other women would not attempt to recreate themselves?
I think I will stick with my drug store options, makeup everyone can afford. I like having a trade that I can teach to someone that will remember my tricks forever and pass my message on. Most women never sat down with their mothers and got the definition or lesson on how to apply makeup.
Everything I use can be easily purchased anywhere and I plan on keeping it that way. Don't get me wrong I have played in pigments that could of bought me a few outfits. I find with eyeshadows, even cheap works just as good with proper primers and techniques. My honesty is all I have! Plus I'm a very blunt person so if a product sucks in my opinion I'll vent it. LOL
Makeup is fun and since the beginning of time it has been used a a fabulous ego booster. Don't believe me? Ever had a gloom day but soon as you paint your beautiful face with bold colors you pass the mirror differently. Nothing better than a great makeup and hair day!!
I have plenty of how-to's coming in the near future feel free to attempt these looks. Don't forget to share your pictures with me....<3

Makeup Faces

Ever looking for a book that breaks makeup down into simple English? A old friend purchased this for me, it's a MUST own!! Vivid pictures, explains different makeup techniques. Look it up see if you enjoy :)

What exactly is Contouring?

Let’s start with a hot topic in the makeup society...Contouring!!! This look will give the illusion of more pronounced cheekbones and a more slender face. A tip I learned from my a fellow makeup artist, is to first find a bronzer and blush that go well with your complexion. As long as you have a lighter and darker shade, you will be fine. Just about any two colors will work.
Next, using a large fluffy blush brush, take the bronzer/darker color and shade your cheekbone nearest your hairline in a light circular motion. Then using the blush/lighter color, shade the apples of your cheeks in a light circular motion. Make sure to blend it back a little towards your hairline to mix the colors together. I like to smile big while doing this because is gives me a better idea of where the apples of my cheeks are. If you want to contour a little further, take some of the bronzer/darker color and brush it lightly under your cheeks, along your jaw line and towards your ears. Follow the picture I have provided.

Now let’s talk about highlighting. I love using a highlighter on my face because it gives you a certain fresh glow. A trick to remember when highlighting your features is, imagine someone is holding a flashlight above your head pointing it towards the ground. Now think of every place that light will illuminate, and that is where you put the shine. So, right below your eyebrows, on the top of your cheeks, the bridge of your nose, the top line of your upper lip, and the crease of your chin. When you put a little highlighter along the line above your upper lip, it will make them look larger and more pouty.
Remember blending is key and you want to avoid lines, you do not want to go out looking like the photo. Practice makes perfect!!! Have fun experimenting and contact me for any questions :)

Cant apply fake eyelashes? I can help.

To apply the false eyelashes one needs to make sure they have the following in handy:

the false eyelashes

a pair of good scissors (small)

eyelash glue

a pair of tweezers

magnifying mirror

oil free makeup remover




After opening your package take the eyelash, put it in place as close to your lash line as possible to check the size. If they are too long you might need to trim them and cut a section off.

Once your size has been established, apply small dots of glue over your lid with the help of a toothpick if no other utensil is provided. Apply some glue over the strip of eyelashes. Wave the lashes with tweezers holding them in place for about ten seconds to allow the glue to become tacky.Make sure you apply them as close to the lash line as possible for a more natural effect.

Hold the lashes into place for a few minutes.
It is true that a little bit of skill and a steady hand is require but practice can solve everything and make the whole application process easy. If you want the false eyelashes to stick to the natural ones you can apply mascara.

Well defined eyes have a certain attraction, this is probably why women love makeup.