Category: Make Up & Cosmetics

How to Apply Jane Iredale Powder Foundation

Jane Iredale powder foundation

If there’s one thing we know for certain here at Cosmetics Now, it’s that our foundation products are incredibly popular. Whether it be a brand such as NARS, Shiseido, or Laura Mercier, they’re always a big seller with our customers.

But we’ve also got another foundation brand that is just as popular as the others mentioned and that’s Jane Iredale. In this blog, we’re going to take you through how to apply Jane Iredale Powder Foundation so you too can look glamorous using this amazing product.

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Creating Long Eyelashes Without Needing to Fake It

Jane Iredale

Let’s be honest – we’ve all wanted long eyelashes at some point or another in our life. They’re highly sought after and if they are natural then all the better. There really is something truly feminine about long eyelashes that reminds us of Hollywood actresses from a bygone era such as Audrey Hepburn.

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5 Eyeliners That Have Amazing Staying Power

Eyeliners

Eyeliners are probably the trickiest makeup product to apply. It requires intense concentration, steady hands, a superior product and sometimes divine intervention to get an eyeliner right. Don’t worry; we have all been there! And just as hard it is to apply, keeping your eyeliner from smudging or wearing off, is a challenge too.

So, which eyeliner should you buy? Look no further as we list the top 5 eyeliners that will give you intense pigmentation and lasting power!

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Three Best Foundations for Oily Skin

Foundation for oily skin

If you happen to have oily skin, working out how to apply makeup can be challenging. We know how incredibly frustrating it can be to look at yourself in the mirror and see a complexion that is oily.  Regardless of how well you set your face, that excess shine always seems to creep through.

This is why choosing the correct foundation is so important.

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Best Foundation Products for Pale Skin

Foundation for pale skin types

Now, before we start, let’s be clear about this. There is a huge range of foundations available for those of you who have pale skin which means you’re really quite fortunate in that respect.

Those deeper tones typically struggle the most when finding that ideal shade which means there are fewer options to choose from. For incredibly pale guys and girls, you’ll probably agree with us that there are a number of brands’ ideas of fair that will leave you with an awful orange foundation line somewhere around your neck (which we’re not about at all!).

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Tinted Moisturiser That Won’t Go Heavy Like Foundation

Best Tinted Moisturisers to buy

Hate foundation? If you don’t enjoy the coverage that comes with foundation, you’ll love tinted moisturiser. Hitting two birds with one stone, tinted moisturisers support your skin and give it moderate to light coverage.

Tinted moisturisers even out your skin to make it look flawless but unlike foundation, they don’t dry it out! Most contain humectants to add moisture to the surface of your skin which results in long-lasting hydration. That tinge of colour gives enough sheer coverage to hide any soft blemishes too.

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Must Haves in a Makeup Bag

Nars Foundation

Shopping for makeup products and brands can be somewhat intimidating. With so many options available to you it can be really difficult to know where to begin. But more importantly, which ones are suitable for you.

But don’t worry! At Cosmetics Now, we love chatting about all things beauty products and so we put together this blog to help you pick the must-haves for your makeup bag.

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Best Concealers To Try Including Our Favourite Nars Concealer!

Nars concealer and other concealers to buy

If you are looking to buy concealer or want to stock up on your favourite Nars Concealer, this is the page for you! Concealer is essential when it comes to makeup. It does not only give you a smoother, better finish; it also hides your blemishes, lines, and dark spots. A good concealer also works as a great makeup base! It may in fact be the way to go if the foundation feels too heavy on your skin. And if you want your eye shadow colour to pop, even more, concealer works as a good primer. Seriously, it works for everything!

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Five Things You Need to Consider When Choosing Foundation

How to shop for foundation

With a variety of shades, finishes, and coverage levels available today, it’s little wonder that it can be difficult to choose a foundation that works for you.

And that’s why it makes it one of the most incredibly tough makeup products to buy.

So, this is why we thought it would be useful to write this blog and help you work out what’s necessary when choosing the foundation that is right for you.

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Which NARS Foundation is Best For You?

NARS Foundation

If you’re after a lightweight foundation that will absolutely give you the all-important “no makeup” makeup look, you need to get your hands on some NARS foundation.

These foundation skincare products are great for everyday makeup as they can give you light to medium coverage, as well as that desired luminous glow! All NARS foundations are comfortable, long-lasting, and lightweight. They are available in an extensive range of shades that cater to all skin colours and tones.

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Easy Tips For Applying Foundation in Winter?

Foundation in winter

Do you change the way you apply foundation in winter? The skincare and makeup we use can change massively as the weather changes. Especially in the winter months, your skin is already suffering due to temperature changes – it does not need products that will dry it out even more. Think creamier textures, less exfoliating ingredients and more nourishment.

But when it comes to foundation, does the way we use it also have to change? Turns out, if you don’t prep your skin well or choose the wrong type of formula, it can dampen your winter makeup look.

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