Daniel Vann
Licensed Aesthetician
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How to
Apply Eyeshadow
Getting the perfect eyeshadow look isn't always easy, but you don't have to be a beauty guru to achieve the look you're going for. With the right tools and a little practice, you'll be on your way to perfecting your eyes...
How to
Make a Fake Bruise with Makeup
Whether you're gearing up for Halloween, April Fool's Day, or your next play, a little bit of makeup does a great job of suggesting a nasty fall or a whack to a limb. Use stage makeup or the cosmetics in your cabinet to...
An Absolute Beginners' Guide to Applying Makeup Like a Pro
Enhance your features and boost your confidence with our foolproof tips and tricks Makeup can be a fabulous way to express your creativity and polish your look, and can even be therapeutic! Beginner makeup is as simple a...
How to
Apply Lip Balm
Everyone loves lip balm during the cold, dry months, but using lip balm responsibly is an important part of keeping your mouth and lips healthy. Follow these tips on picking the right lip balm and using it appropriately....
How to
Apply Makeup to Look More Masculine
If you're a man, you may want to apply makeup to enhance your natural features. You may also be exploring a new gender identity or in the process of transitioning. Whatever your reasons, there are many ways makeup can be...
How to
Exfoliate Lips
Dry, chapped, scaly lips can be a pain to deal with, especially during cold, dry weather. Exfoliation can help remove the dry, dead skin on the surface of your soft lips. Make flaky lips become moist and plump by gently ...
How to
Cover Up a Scab on Your Face
No matter how much you think a scab damages your appearance, it can be covered with makeup. First, moisturize the scab to make it look as normal as possible. After it settles, spread a little bit of foundation and concea...
How to Fake a Black Eye like a Pro
Your guide to creating a fake black eye without the painA black eye can take a day or two to become really tender and swollen, but you can make the effect within a few minutes! To create a realistic-looking black eye, yo...
How to Apply CC Cream Like a Pro: Product Choice & Application Tips
Best tips to blend, buff, and build perfect coverage with CC creamCC, or “color correcting,” cream is a lightweight makeup product that can be used in place of foundation. It helps hide skin imperfections, like redne...
How to Give Yourself a Fake Bruise with Makeup
Give yourself a bruise with makeup, pencils, markers, & moreMaking a fake, convincing bruise on your skin is actually super simple. Makeup works great for this, but we've also included a couple of other options in case y...
How to
Fix Dried Out Eyeliner Gel
There is no beating the smooth, sharp lines that you get from a gel eyeliner. The trouble with gels is that they dry out faster than you can use them. The good news is that a dry gel liner doesn’t have to be a dead gel...
How to
Apply Makeup for a Fancy Party
Getting ready for a fancy party isn't just about the dress and hair -- your makeup is one of the key components to achieving your fancy look. Applying makeup for a fancy party is much like applying every day makeup, exce...
How to
Use Makeup to Look Older
It’s great to have a youthful face, but sometimes you just want to look a little more mature. If you want to look a bit older or more your age, makeup is the perfect tool. With the right tricks, you can help define and...
How to
Apply Lip Gloss
Even regular tasks, like applying lip gloss, can sometimes be improved with minor tweaks. If you're someone who has difficulty getting lip gloss applied in a way that is flattering, there are some techniques that, if don...
How to
Apply Eyeliner to the Waterline
You're probably familiar with wearing eyeliner and mascara. Many people get into a familiar routine, but don't know how to switch things up or make their eyes bolder. If you'd like to try a simple technique that really m...
How to
Apply 1920s Makeup
In the 1920s, makeup started becoming more popular. Women during that era took full advantage of new products and sported heavily lined eyes and tiny dark lips. Whether you are attending a costume party, or just wish to ...
How to
Apply Makeup as a Man
Makeup isn’t only for women. A little makeup can go a long way towards accentuating your features and hiding flaws. Apply foundation to smooth out bumps and narrow features. Treat dark circles and other blemishes with ...
How to
Get Kissable Lips
To get kissable lips, you need to make them look more attractive by keeping them free of dead skin, rough spots, and dryness. The best way to make your lips more appealing is to follow a regular regimen of exfoliating an...
How to
Apply Loose Powder
Loose powder sets your makeup and extends its life, so you look as fresh at the end of the day as you did at the start. You should begin by choosing a powder that provides the coverage you like. Apply your powder with a ...
How to Make Your Nose Look Smaller with Makeup & Contouring
Cosmetics experts reveal how to shrink your nose and make your other features pop If you want to make you nose appear thinner, there are tons of makeup tricks that you can use! Learning about contouring, blending, and ho...
