Lips:

For fuller lips, follow the edge of the lip with a light lip liner. This highlights and accentuates at the same time. Trace the shape or your lips just outside their natural contour using a natural rosy brown. Next, fill in with a glossy beige shade. Lip-gloss adds more volume and life. Very accentuated lines usually made with dark browns, that contrast with your lipstick are out. You'll be better off with a subtle lip liner. A peach-colored pearl gloss gives a fresh and youthful look; choose a creamy and glossy texture instead of a mute one. Glossy lips are fuller lips. If you have thin lips, define them over their natural contour to give the illusion of fuller lips, and avoid dark colors because they make your lips look even thinner. Lip liner is better than regular lipstick for a more precise outline. Fuller lips can handle darker tones. Use a burgundy shade and fill in with a same color in cream. Or you can use more dramatic colors like dark red or purple. When you outline your lips with dark colors like that, the tip of your pencil must be very sharp, plus, you have to make a perfect line because mistakes will be more noticeable in this color. If you go with a stronger color like cherry pink, you can highlight your teeth and make them look whiter.

Skin Care:

Healthy skin starts with clean skin. But, should you use soap or cleansing lotion? Some women are afraid of washing their face with soap. But if you follow up with a nice moisturizer, there is no reason not to use it. In fact, soap is one of the most efficient ways to get rid of bacteria and dirt as long as you use soap with neutral PH to keep the natural balance of your skin. If your face is too dry, then it may be better to use cleansing lotions and creams that hydrate while they cleanse your skin. A good night's sleep is key for healthy skin. Dermatologists can determine which side of our face we sleep on by looking for fine lines. This can be avoided sleeping on a non-synthetic pillow with a satin cover and, of course, using a moisturizing and nourishing cream for your type of skin.

Foundation:

Use foundation to even out the tone of your skin, neck and, whenever needed, your cleavage. Compact foundation is ideal if you have big pores because it fills them in and creates a smoother look. Yellow foundation is perfect for sallow complexions or to revitalize darker complexions like those of some Latin women. Also, liquid foundation can be applied much quicker than compact foundation, and it looks more natural, but it covers less. When buying makeup at a store, go outside on the street and check how it looks under daylight and also if the tone go well with your complexion.

Make-up Tricks:

Facial corrections are as important as color. A simple dark line on the cheek makes for higher cheekbones. As weird as it may sound, the shape of the nose can also look different with some makeup. Dark tones on each side of the nose will make it look thinner, and a light straight line down the middle gives the optical illusion of a straight nose. A line along the jaw line makes your cheekbones look higher. And a few highlights on your forehead help relax frown lines and give your face a fresher look. Another trick is to use a dark tone to shorten the chin. Always remember to blend well with the puff, this will soften fine lines and give a supple finish. In short, highlights in lighter tones accentuate and give volume, while darker shades are used for hiding and giving depth.

Cheek Bones:

A touch of blush on the cheeks gives you a more healthy appearance and helps define your cheekbones. If you want a longer face, simply move the brush from the side of your mouth to right above the ears. If you're using too many colors, a natural brown, slightly darker than your skin, would be a wise choice. And for sheer luminosity and a festive look use a silver shade. A little shine highlights and stands out in the dark, but apply only a little bit on the upper part of the cheekbones.

Eyebrows:

If the eyes are the mirrors of the soul, the eyebrows are their frames. Shape them up by plucking underneath them with tweezers, and following their natural pattern. Rub an ice cube on your eyelid before plucking; it will make it less painful. Accentuate them with a pencil and shade of the same color for a more intense look; follow the direction in which the hair grows. Very dark eyebrows should be lightened up one shade lighter from their natural color to avoid the "tough" look. Blonde eyebrows are hard to notice, so they have to be accentuated a little for a more intense look. The shade you use should be as close as possible to the natural color of your eyebrows.

Eye Shadow:

Look for a combination that best complements the tone of your skin and the color of your eyes, instead of going for trendy colors. Brunettes are best with brown, copper and burgundy eye shadow, although the look for these holidays is all about gloss and luminosity. Silvery-white eye shadow brings on a cosmic-girl flare very fitting for the end of the millennium, and to accentuate it, a dark pearl gray to add some depth. Make sure the eye shadow you choose complements the color of your hair and skin, not the color of your eyes. You may also want to try a brownish violet to give the impression of longer eyes. For a sweeter look, use dark pink eye shadow. This is a natural color that makes for lovey-dovey eyes, and looks very good on blondes. Also, with a darker shade of pinkish brown of the same color line you can bring out the eyes to create more depth. Start from the corner of the eye and move outwards to make your eyes look longer. Next, follow the arch of the eye inwards, blending until it is even. Another way of enhancing your "night-out" look is using shiny white eye shadow. But not if you have droopy or puffy eyes, because it will make them more noticeable.

Eyeliner and Mascara:

You'll have to be a pro to try out a kohl line. The finer the eyeliner, the easier it will be to make that perfect line. If your have round lower eyelids, don't ever draw a dark line out from the lower lid because it will make them look more round and droopy. Make a line just where the eyelashes meet the lower eyelid using a very fine liner. This will define the eye without the harshness of a dark liner and it won't smear as much. You can highlight the eyes with a dark brown line on the upper eyelids. Be careful not to apply shades that are too dark. If you don't have enough practice, it's not a bad idea to place a paper tissue underneath your eyes. This way you won't mess up the rest of your makeup if some eye shadow comes loose. Before applying mascara, define your eyelashes with a curler. Apply mascara on both sides of eyelashes, under and over. If you think you need more, apply a second layer to make them stand up, start at the roots and move outwards to the ends to make them as long as you can.

How To Avoid Rings Under Your Eyes:

Apply a concealer one shade lighter than your skin to hide fatigue circles and project a "rested" look. While you're at it, cover up any capillaries and pimples that may give your skin an unhealthy appearance. Some women are more prone to getting circles under their eyes than others. This may be caused by a lack of sleep, bad circulation or even constipation. These problems make your blood take on a bluish tone. Also, pigments and toxins tend to accumulate in the delicate skin around the eyes.

Translucent Make-up Powder:

Translucent make-up powder will give you a matte touch. These loose makeup powders neutralize shiny spots, especially in the tip of the nose, forehead, and chin. Blend well and thoroughly to avoid a cardboard-like look. It's better not to apply too much powder under the eyes because it may accentuate fine lines. This make-up powder penetrates deeper with the puff than with a brush. Your skin will not have any shiny spots for a longer time, but you may also saturate your makeup.