You really need to see this ways to make you look younger with Makeup

MOISTURIZE (DUH)
This is so obvious we have trouble even telling you, but it bears repeating because all other steps are worthless if you don't do this one. Before you even think of applying makeup—as in while your skin is still damp from cleansing—slather on a moisturizer. OK, you are now free to unzip your makeup bag.

Brow Rehab: Reshape Your Eyebrows

Restoring botched brows can be a major pain in the...arch. We asked top groomers how to get the fullest, shapeliest, most face-flattering results, minus all the growing pains.

With a simple raise, a small furrow, or a quick lift and hover, eyebrows convey surprise, frustration, shock, and excitement more effectively (and less annoyingly) than an exclamation point on a tweet. But sometimes, eyebrows can send unintended messages: Too much tweezing can lead to bewildered or timid and retreating arches. Wipe away that worried look (if you can). With a little grooming savvy, the main thing your brows will communicate this season is sex appeal.

The 10 Commandments of Highlighting and Contouring

RE-THINK CONTOURING
Old-school contouring—the technique of using shading to enhance and define facial features—used to mean layers upon layers (upon layers) of dark, dramatic makeup, harsh angles, and pretty much everything worn by the cast of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Erase those images from your mind (if you can). The twenty-first century version is all about enhancing cheekbones, slimming your face, and tricking the eye in a believable way. Simply put: "It's no longer about carving a line into your cheek," says makeup artist Ashleigh Ciucci.

Amazing Effects of Makeups and Makeovers!

MARIEL ESPINAL
BEFORE
Espinal has been challenging herself since she was 15, when her father went to jail and she stepped in to help her mother raise her younger brother. She tried college twice, including after her son was born a year and a half ago. "I didn't have the support I needed as a new mom," she says. Now, Espinal wouldn't trade her Year Up experience for anything. "I needed something different. I needed something positive. Even after the first day of Year Up, I was actually smiling at people on the subway," she says.

MARIEL ESPINAL
AFTER
Espinal welcomed the time-saving tips she learned from her makeover. "I used to always use a flatiron, but the stylist showed me how to blow-dry my hair so I don't need it." Swapping her usual uniform of black for a burgundy dress had major payoffs. "It's so different from what I usually wear, but it's my favorite part," says Espinal, 23, who is excited to reveal her new look at the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights, where she's a technical intern. "Now I feel like I fit in with my work environment," she says.

STEPHANIE XRIST
BEFORE
"You only get one chance to make a first impression, and you do get judged on how you look," says Xrist. The former nursing student entered Year Up because she'd had difficulty finding a job. "It seemed like Year Up would challenge and push me, and it definitely did," says the Citigroup intern. Her next goal: getting a degree in psychology. "Ever since I was little, I've been fascinated by how the human mind works."

STEPHANIE XRIST
AFTER
The 23-year-old seized this opportunity to look more put together at her internship. "I've been wanting to try red lips, but I could not find a color that looked good with my skin tone," she says. "I like that this one is blood red and not at all orange or pink." She also loves her new spiral curls, although she was apprehensive at first. "I was like, 'I'm going to look crazy,' but I like them." Lipstick and curling irons aside, the mother of two young girls is most impressed by how the makeover makes her feel. "It used to be that when I got frustrated, I would tend to give up, but today feels like the culmination of a lot of hard work," says Xrist. "Now I know that if I do keep going, I can reach my goals."

JADA THOMPKINS
BEFORE
Thompkins applied to Year Up during a particularly overwhelming period in her life: She was working part time at a boutique while taking classes at City College when she discovered she was pregnant. She dropped her classes but knew she didn't want to be in retail forever. Even though interning full time means she doesn't get to spend as much time with her daughter as she'd like, Thompkins believes the sacrifice will eventually pay off. "It's hard being away from her so much, but I hope it means that when she's older, I'll be there more."

JADA THOMPKINS
AFTER
Her favorite part of the makeover was her sleek, layered hairstyle, complete with subtly highlighted extensions. "I wanted more pizzazz because I'm always really conservative," says the JPMorgan Chase intern. "Now, even though I know I'm the same person, I think I'll be perceived differently: as a professional."

LAQUACHA BIENAIME
BEFORE
When Bienaime's mother was diagnosed with diabetes, the 21-year-old had to grow up fast. "I thought I would be able to go to college, but I wanted to be able to take care of my mom the way she's taken care of me all my life," she says. So Bienaime applied to Year Up to gain work experience while earning college credits. "It was a way to do two things at once," she says.

LAQUACHA BIENAIME
AFTER
For Bienaime, going from barefaced to made up was a shock. "I don't wear makeup, ever," she says. "But I love it. That and the hair and the dress. I love it all." She watched the makeup artist carefully so she could replicate the look at home. "I didn't really think I would like the makeover this much or see this big of a difference," she says. "I knew I was getting it, but now it feels completely different."

Success Stories: The Amazing effects of Make ups

KRYZIA GARCES
BEFORE
Now chatty and outgoing, Garces quit college when ADHD and crippling anxiety left her unable to go to class. "I was petrified that people were judging me," she says. She took a medical leave and began therapy, where she was diagnosed with social anxiety. "It was the biggest revelation when I finally got help, and Year Up increased my confidence even more. I've come so far from where I was," says Garces, 21, who's an intern in risk operations and control at Citigroup.

KRYZIA GARCES
AFTER
Although her anxiety is much improved, Garces still doesn't exactly crave the limelight, but she posed for these photographs because she knew it was an opportunity she couldn't miss. After a four-inch haircut and the addition of long layers, she says, "I love my hair. And this dress is perfect. It's simple but different from anything I have in my wardrobe." But the greatest impact of the makeover is invisible. "Maybe other people will see me as more professional, but the biggest thing is how it makes me feel. When you're happy, it reflects in your work."

Success Stories: Amazing Makeovers

JAVONA OVERTON
BEFORE
Overton's life took a new direction four years ago: She gave birth to her son, left college, and began working full time at a restaurant. "It was a setback, but it definitely did not stop me," she says. Last year, a cousin told her about Year Up, and she was intrigued. "I loved working at Red Lobster—it was my first job, and I met my fiancé there—but I was ready to grow," she says. "Year Up was my way out of old habits."

AVONA OVERTON
AFTER
Overton, 24, is thrilled with her new short haircut. "I've always been a confident woman, but this makeover makes me look at myself completely differently," she says. She also loves the vibrant color of the dress: "I never thought blue was my color, but now I know it is!" She's currently an intern at FTI Consulting, a business-advising firm, and a passionate writer and singer. She dreams of a career in the entertainment industry. "I've been writing songs since I was nine. I hope someone will say, 'I like her. I need her. She's a go-getter.'"

Success Stories: Amazing Makeovers

MONIQUE FIELDS

BEFORE

Fields, an intern at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center's IT department, discovered Year Up shortly after taking a break from college. At the time, both her stepfather and grandmother had been diagnosed with cancer, and she decided to help care for her family. Four months later, when a neighbor told her about the program, Fields realized it could be her chance to get back on track: "I had been a lazy student, but knowing they could kick you out if you didn't do the work motivated me

MONIQUE FIELDS

AFTER

You would never know it from this picture, but Fields, 22, hadn't worn a dress in four years. After zipping this one up, she says, "To actually wear a dress that looks good feels awesome." So did the day's beauty moments: "I really like the hair length," she says. "I feel different, but a good different." Now she's confident about landing a full-time job. "After today, I see I don't always have to dress down. I'm usually behind the scenes, but now I can actually put myself out there."

 

 

Kim Kardashian reveals extensive contouring routine

I’m sure you’d agree that Kim Kardashian always has perfect make-up on. And we’ve all wondered how she has managed to get this look 100% perfect every single time. Well, Kim took to her Twitter account on Tuesday to show off exactly what goes into making her face look so flawless and her secret is Contouring.

Celeb makeup artist Scott Barnes demonstrated exactly how Kim Kardashian highlights her favorite features, which helps her stunning bone structure stand out in photos. Using a shade much lighter than her skin tone, Barnes applied concealer to her T-zone, directly down the center of her nose, and just above her cheekbones under each eye. Next, Barnes applied a dark stripe of foundation in the hollow of each cheek before blending it with the lighter shade to complete the dramatic effect.

 

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Fresh Holiday 'Dos For Natural Hair

Double Back Braids With Upfront Lift
Any style that looks this complex, yet is so simple, has our hearts. When you see how easy it is, we think you’ll love it, too.

Using your fingers or a comb, separate a top section by creating a part over the arch of each eyebrow. Then, create a part across the crown of the head. Use bobby pins to keep this top section out of your way. Now, working along that part at the crown, create two equal side sections by running your fingers down from the crown, ending behind each ear. Pull these two side sections out of your way with clips. We’ll be back for them later. But, now, we’re going to work on that section at the back of your head.

Separate the back section of hair down the center with your fingers, then tilt your head forward and begin cornrowing one section upward. You'll move from the nape of your neck all the way to the part you’ve created along the front three sections.

Secure the end with a bobby pin to close off the braid.

Repeat the upward cornrow on the remaining section in the back. Be sure to keep the braids close to each other. The next step depends on it.

Pin the braids together with bobby pins along the seam. The idea is to create a cohesive style without a visible part. The back of your head should now have two upward cornrows, secured at the ends and down the center by bobby pins. "Creating an X shape with the bobby pins helps give them extra hold,” says Miko. “You want to reinforce the style so it stays in place for a long time.”

Smooth pomade along the hairline to keep baby hairs in place. Miko used Miss Jessie’s Baby ButterCreme for softness and a gentle hold.

Take the loose side sections. Brush them smooth from the hairline to the ends.

Now, simply smooth those side sections back...

.... and crisscross them over the braids in the back. Secure the hair to the braids with bobby pins for a retro-cool look.

Take the excess hair directly over the crown of your hair and simply tuck it over the top. This will cover the top seams of the braids. Pin the section in place to finish the back.

Finger-fluff your crown and bangs for a style with serious attitude. You’re done!

Fresh Holiday 'Dos For Natural Hair

The Festive Fauxhawk
We love inspiring maximum envy with hairstyles, and this one is sure to bring on the jealousy. Rocker 'hawk with side braids? So hot and so easy. Let’s do this.

Using a rattail comb, make a part directly over the arch of your left eyebrow, ending at the crown of the head. This is your lead part, which will set the direction of the style.

Make another part, directly underneath that part to create a one-inch section of hair. Cornrow that hair all the way to the back part at the crown.

Secure the end of the braid to your head with a small bobby pin, leaving your ends free behind it.

You’ll repeat that step for a total of three braids on the right side, allowing the ends to blend with the back of your hair. See, we told you this was easy. Let’s move to the other side.

Repeat this process on the other side of your head. This creates a fauxhawk of hair along the top hairline.

Use your hands to sweep your hair upward along the front and above the crown to add height to your fauxhawk. Then, fluff your length with your fingers to create lift and definition.

Add bobby pins along the sides of the center section to keep height in place (if you feel you need it). Just hide the pins within the roots of your hair. Ta-da! Fauxhawk completed.

No pomades or creams were used to complete this style, but Miko says it’s always an option. “Give your hair what it needs to look its best,” she explains.

Fresh Holiday 'Dos For Natural Hair

The New Crown Braid
We love the classic romance of this easy style, but you know what else we're into? It’s ridiculously fast and easy. Like, soooo easy.

Make a part directly behind your left ear up to just below the crown of your head. Sweep the hair in front of the part across the crown of your head. Easy so far, right?

Using a comb or a brush, smooth the top. The front of the style should be even in texture and height.

Then, gathering hair along as you go, create a raised Dutch braid. Start from behind your left ear, then braid along the hairline. (Not sure how to do a Dutch braid? Here's our video tutorial.)

Continue braiding across the front of your hairline. Create a low-swept style by braiding along the sweep of the hair; the hair should cover your ear, with the braid going just across the lobe. End the braid just behind the back of your ear.

End the style by tucking the remainder of the braid at the nape of the neck. Gather the remaining hair into a low tucked roll at the base of the head. Secure the style with bobby pins underneath the roll.

Devan was swept away by this updated classic as well. “I like how funky the braid looks," she said. We see some great selfies in her future.

Fresh Holiday 'Dos For Natural Hair

Rolled hairs can be a go-go no need of special treatment to get out this XMAS in style. Scroll down to see how to get this look.

Make a deep side part that starts directly in front of your left ear, then ends just behind the right ear. Sweep the front of your hair to one side. You can use a rattail comb (as seen here) to make the part more precise, or just point your fingers and part away. Grab the back section of your hair and divide it into two equal parts, so there are three sections total. Keep them separated with pins or clips.

Use a natural-bristle paddle brush to smooth the front of your hair down. It will make the front roll really pop, trust us.

Starting at the front of the side-swept section, bobby-pin your hair down along the curve of the head, right over the side of the temple to just over your ear.

Now, just roll your hair upward to cover the pins. Secure the roll with extra bobby pins along the top of the roll and now, the front roll is done.

Okay, let’s care for the back of the style. Grab the back section that's behind the finished roll. Use bobby pins to secure that section down. You'll be pinning from the nape of the neck to the top of the section.

Roll the remaining hair outward and toward your ears to cover those pins in the same manner as before. Secure the roll with extra bobby pins.

Use a pomade to smooth the baby hairs down along the front of your hair before tucking the last part of your hair. “You want it to still have movement, so this helps smooth things back without being too stiff or weighing hair down,” says Miko, who used Miss Jessie’s Baby ButterCreme.

Pin, tuck, and roll the remaining hair of the last section as you did the other back section. Roll, then pin that section upward from the nape of the neck toward the top of the crown. Then, roll the hair to the outside, moving toward the ear over the pins. Secure with bobby pins.

You should now have two upward-facing rolls in the back section of your hair.

Use bobby pins to join the two back rolls together. Cover the part between the two rolls for a cohesive, beautiful shape. Smooth hair along the sides and over the style with a pomade, and you’re done.

Our model, Devan, loved this look. “I love how romantic the style is," she said. "I’d have to wear this somewhere I’d be seen.”

You'll draw attention no matter where you rock this look — it’s a stunner.