SHADOW TRICK

Use your fingertip to blend your eye shadow. Take what’s left on your finger and press against the outer, lower rim.

GREAT LIPS

PLUMPER LIPS WITHOUT COLLAGEN

No, you don’t have to spend a ton of money keeping up those collagen treatments. Cinnamon oil plumps up your lips by increasing blood flow to the lips.

As a bonus, it leaves lips with a slight rosy tint. You’ll find cinnamon oil at natural super­markets and health food stores. Make sure you test it on your wrist to ensure that you aren’t sensitive or allergic to the oil.

WHAT COLOR?

Fair complexions: pale pink, beige, or cool red Medium: Burgundy, caramel, or berry

Olive/Yellow: brown and plums Dark: Berry, dark red, beige

WHAT KIND?

It’s confusing to decide what lipstick to get when there are so many types. Each has its unique qualities and advantages.

Long-wearing: Stays for four to five hours, but can also feel dry.

Transfer-resistant: Lasts up to eight hours, but can make lips dry and may be hard to remove.

Matte: Lots of color, but can look dull. Cream: Contains lighter waxes, but needs reapplication.

Moisturizing: Makes lips soft and shiny, but doesn’t last.

Satin: Lots of oil and moisturizing, but looks darker than actual color.

Updated: June 30, 2015 — 8:24 pm