How to Reduce Lipstick Smudging and Transfer
Why lipstick moves, feathers and marks cups, and the application steps that keep it in place for longer.
By Sunil Dutt · 3 min read
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Smoky Eye Makeup: A Simple Step-by-Step Tutorial
A simple smoky eye built from a pencil and two eyeshadows, with softer daytime options and tips to stop it looking heavy.
By Sunil Dutt · 4 min read
Setting Powder vs Setting Spray: When to Use Each
What setting powder and setting spray each do, which skin types need which, and how to use them alone or together.
By Sunil Dutt · 4 min read
Makeup Sponges: How to Use, Clean, and Replace Them
How to use a makeup sponge for a smooth base, wash it properly, let it dry and recognize when it is time for a new one.
By Sunil Dutt · 4 min read
Lip Tint vs Lipstick vs Lip Gloss: Key Differences
How lip tints, lipsticks and glosses differ in color, shine, comfort and wear, and how to combine them.
By Sunil Dutt · 3 min read
How to Shape and Fill Your Eyebrows
How to map a brow shape that suits your face, tidy it safely, and fill it with pencil, powder or gel for a natural finish.
By Sunil Dutt · 4 min read
Bronzer vs Contour: Differences and How to Apply Them
Bronzer warms the face and contour sculpts it. Learn how the shades and placement differ and how to apply each one.
By Sunil Dutt · 3 min read
How to Clean Makeup Brushes at Home
A simple method for washing and drying makeup brushes with gentle soap, how often to do it and how to avoid damaging them.
By Sunil Dutt · 4 min read
How to Choose Nude Lipstick for Your Skin Tone
How to find a nude lipstick that flatters fair, medium, tan and deep skin, and how to stop a nude from looking washed out.
By Sunil Dutt · 3 min read