Pin-Up Makeup Tutorials

Okay. Confession time. I know very little when it comes to makeup. I know enough to get by and I'd like to believe I know enough to not look ridiculous. However, there is one look I've mastered and it'll come as no surprise to you, I'm sure ;)

Here's the tutorial I used to perfect the pin-up look! Enjoy!!!

Daytime Pin-Up Look

Nighttime Pin-Up Look

For more tutorials, check out ModCloth's YouTube channel HERE!


Furthermore, what kind of blogger would I be if I didn't share some of my favorite makeup hacks with you! Courtesy of Buzzfeed...

Eyes

Follow this simple tutorial to turn any ordinary eyeliner pencil into a rich gel eyeliner.

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Now, some tricks for creating that point! Try creating an outline first using your eyeliner pencil and then fill it in. This technique is good for someone with a steady hand, but if you've never tried this look before, you might want to start with the tutorial below.

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Moving on... Want to create longer, thicker eyelashes? Straight from the Buzzfeed article where I discovered these hacks and which I will share at the end of this post, "Between applying each coat of mascara, dip a Q-tip in baby powder and run across your lashes, focusing on the tips. The second coat will attach to the powder for a longer, fuller look."

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Use a business card or old credit card to pull up your eyelid so you can apply mascara right at the roots.










To make your eyes just a little brighter...

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I also apply shimmery white eyeshadow to the corners of my nose and to the insides of my eyebrows at the very top of my nose. My skin is fairly red in those areas even after applying foundation and concealer and I find the shadow helps conceal the redness while also making my features appear brighter.


Lips

To set your lipstick so it lasts all day, after lipstick has been applied, take a two-ply tissue and pull the two halves apart. Then place the tissue over your lips and lightly dust translucent powder over the tissue.

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You can also make your lips look shimmery and POP by applying frosted eyeshadow to your lips using your finger.

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For more amazing can't-live-without beauty hacks, check out this article on Buzzfeed.com!