Oh the horror of that moment when you are having a good day and someone tells you, you look tired! Your dark circles can make you look exhausted even on the best of days. Obviously then, you need to do something about them, panda eyes.

Follow these steps to get rid of those dark circles and add life to your makeup look...

Prep up:

The first step in makeup is prepping your skin. Always start by hydrating your skin. If you want to cover your dark circles or hyperpigmentation, make sure your skin is ready for all the products you are going to layer it with to cover the darkness. Use a hydrating face mask or under eye mask before makeup. If you don’t have an under-eye mask, use some deep moisturising serum or moisturiser under and around your eyes.

If you are trying to cover pigmentation around your mouth, use a little bit of eye shadow primer around your mouth as it works well to hold onto any product placed on top.

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When to Use Which Eyeliner

There are many varieties of eyeliner on the market today. Unfortunately for us, there is no omnipotent eyeliner out there, all of them are separated into different categories that are designed for different uses around the eye. These are the ones we see most often in the cosmetic industry.

Most Common Eyeliners in the Cosmetic Industry

• Liquid eyeliners (brush applicator)
• Felt-tip eyeliner (also called art liner)
• Gel or Cream eyeliner
• Kohl Pencil Eyeliner
• Kajal Eyeliner
• Regular pencil eyeliner
• Mechanical twist-up eyeliner
• Eyeshadow (used as eyeliner)

If you are concerned about any ingredients you see on an eyeliner, please visit the FDA's website for an approved list of chemicals.

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Ever took a pretty white top to the trial room only to find foundation smudges around the collar? Or worn a stunning ruffled shirt and found your foundation smeared all over halfway through the day? We don’t get it, because your foundation is supposed to sit on your face and not smudge all over your clothes. However, we see a lot of women complaining about this therefore here are a few tips that will help...

Invest in a good quality primer

Primer is one of the most underrated products in makeup world. Right from blurring wrinkles to minimising the appearance of pores, a primer is essential to mattify and create a velvety base for long lasting makeup. The Lakmé Absolute Blur Perfect Makeup Primer is a waterproof formula that stays put all through the day.

Use matte foundation

Indian weather demands matte foundation all year long, especially if you have oily skin. Apply thin layers of foundation or use a matte formula that will prevent makeup stains. The Lakmé 9 To 5 Flawless Matte Complexion Foundation is the perfect formula designed for daily wear, it blends effortlessly and gives a flawless finish. 

Do not forget a compact

A matte compact is essential, particularly during summer when your pores re working overtime to produce extra oil. Prevent this by patting some of the Lakmé Sun Expert Ultra Matte SPF 40 Pa+++ Compact it absorbs all the oil from your face and gives an ultra-matte finish.

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Contouring is a trending way in Beauty that has elevated makeup to a whole other level—and for the better. This makeup technique involves using dark and light colors to enhance or slim down creating the appearance of higher cheekbones and a slimmer nose and chin. but with the right products and equipment, it's easy to do on your own. 

Once you've applied your contouring makeup, remember to blend well for a flawless, natural look. However, contouring does require some practice and knowledge in order to achieve a flawlessly sculpted face. Read and learn a step-by-step guide to creating the How to apply on your face and Join Cult Cutter for more Advance Skills and techniques.

How To Contour In 5 Easy Steps -

Now that you have decided which product is suitable for your face, let's get into how to apply it to your face.

Step 1. Apply Primer and Foundation

Firstly You have to apply moisturizer, primer, and a powder foundation or liquid foundation (depending on preference and skin type) on your face. Apply your foundation using a makeup sponge or a foundation brush like the CULTCUTTER Flat Foundation Brush. If using a powder foundation, you may want to apply a finishing powder or setting powder as well.

Step 2. Contour Your Forehead

If you're new then the easiest way to get started with a powder contour and a contour brush. Begin by lightly dusting contour along the hairline, blending the product smoothly from your head to about one-third of the way to the center of your forehead.

Step 3. Contour Your Cheekbones and Jaw

After the contour around the hairline is well-blended, move down to the hollows of your cheeks. (If you don’t know where this is, suck in your cheekbones) Move the brush along that indentation, toward the center of your face, and then back out.

Once the contour along your cheekbones is blended, finish by applying contour just underneath your jawline from the bottom of your ear to just before the point of your chin. When you put all these steps together they should form a tree-like shape.

Step 4. Contour Your Nose

This is not necessary But Adding a bit of contouring to the sides of the nose is a great extra step to add if you want to boost your contouring routine. You’ll actually want to start this step by applying a highlighter along the bridge of your nose. Then, using your normal contour color, apply two lines of contour on each side of the highlight (along the sides of your nose) and blend until smooth.

Step 5. Finish with Highlighter & Bronzer

As a Last final step, finish by applying a highlighter and applying bronzer. For knowing top product picks, and want to know more extra skills check out our website which features the best session and the best product knowledge for the ultimate look.

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False eyelashes are a great option for individuals who may think their own lashes are too short or not full enough, even with the aid of mascara. For those in the theater and entertainment world, false eyelashes are a must. Today, false eyelashes are available in a wide variety of styles, sizes and types. The big news is that nearly every haute couture makeup artist places heavy accent on the eyes. Dark, smoky eyes with a thick fringe of lashes add just the right style of nuance and are increasingly becoming a popular look. 

There are 3 main types of false eyelashes: Strip lashes, individual flare lashes, and individual single lashes. Before purchasing and using false eyelashes it's important to know the differences in the options available. 

Are you constantly trying to pump volume into your flat, thin hair? We know it’s hard! While other girls have it easy with their naturally thick mane, you have to put in some extra effort to make your limp hair look fuller and dense. Having said that, are you sure you are not ruining your thin hair by making these sloppy hair care mistakes? Take a look at 5 common mistakes you shouldn’t be making, but you probably are!

Brushing wet hair 

Wet hair is brittle and weak and nobody, even those with healthy and thick hair, should brush hair when it is still soaking wet. It is worse for those who already have thin hair. It can cause breakage and even harm the health of your hair. Let your hair air-dry and use your fingers to detangle and then brush with a wide toothed comb.

Overusing hair products

Yes, you do need extra hair products and a few more minutes of blow drying to get the faux volume in your hair. But, using too much heat styling and hair products can affect your hair health. Keep product usage to a minimum and use medium heat only when necessary.

Not getting a trim often

You may love to keep your hair long, but it is better to get a haircut on a regular basis. It helps keep your hair healthy and gets rid of the dry ends that make your hair look even thinner and scanty. Also, shorter hair has more bounce to it and the ends look crisper which gives an illusion of a fuller mane.

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Feel like applying a coloured eyeliner but don’t want to invest in a separate product? Well, the beautiful mix of shades in this eyeshadow palette will come in handy. All the shimmery shades in this palette make for the perfect eyeliners to wear with your ethnic outfits or glam party wear.

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While you may think eye makeup application is a bit of a no-brainer, did you know that changing your technique based on your eye shape can make a world of difference? Just like jeans meant for your body type can offer a more flattering look, the same is true when it comes to coordinating your eye makeup with your eye shape. Sure, you could layer on eye shadow and eyeliner in the most obvious way, but when you know your eye shape and apply accordingly, they’ll pop like never before. Sounds pretty eye-catching, right? To help you perk up your peepers for their best look yet, we’ve created this super-comprehensive guide—soon enough you’ll know your eye shape and how to accent it like a pro!

HOW TO DETERMINE YOUR EYE SHAPE

Before you switch up your eye makeup technique, you’ll need to determine which eye shape you have. How you apply makeup to almond-shaped eyes might differ from how you apply makeup to downturned eyes. Not sure which eye shape you have? Consult the list below.

Almond eyes. Think: oval-shaped eyes with slightly upturned outer corners that look like—you guessed it—almonds. Known for being super-symmetrical, you can think of almond eyes as the universal shape that pairs well with just about everything.

Round eyes. Look in the mirror. What do you see? If you can see your whole iris without any of it being covered up by your top lid then say hello to your big, beautiful round eyes.

Upturned eyes. These are almond eyes with a twist. Instead of having slightly upturned corners, upturned eyes take it up a notch for a more noticeable angle, which makes the lower lid appear larger than the upper.

Downturned eyes. These are the opposite of upturned eyes—meaning the corners drop down for an upper lid that appears larger than the lower.

Monolid eyes. Just think of these as creaseless beauties.

Hooded eyes. Ever wondered why you can’t fully see your crease? When you have hooded eyes, the skin extending from your brow bone sags just a tad to conceal your crease.

Now that you have a better idea of your eye shape, it’s time to learn what you can do to really enhance them. Grab your favorite liquid liner and eye shadow palette and follow along!

THE BEST EYE SHADOW TECHNIQUE FOR YOUR EYE SHAPE

Eye makeup is huge right now and there’s never been a better time to play around with your makeup and enhance the most captivating feature on your face. There’s nothing quite like the right eye shadow technique and a little lid contouring to really accentuate and flatter your eye shape. See below for tips on applying eye shadow to each eye shape, then get to work on highlighting your beautiful eyes!

THE BEST EYE SHADOW FOR ALMOND EYES

You’re one lucky woman! With your slightly lifted, super-symmetrical eyes, just about any shade and style will look fabulous. Don’t know where to start? Try a classic nude smoky eye that uses a medium matte brown on your lid paired with a slightly darker shade blended into your crease. Use the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Quads in Cupa Joe to bring this look to life. When fully blended, this look will open up your eyes and accentuate your almond shape.

THE BEST EYE SHADOW FOR ROUND EYES

Contouring your peepers it the key to creating a stunning, defined end look. All you have to do is apply a medium to dark shade over the center of your lid, followed by highlighting your inner and outer corners with a lighter shade. This will draw attention to the center of your eye for an ultra-flattering look. Use the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Quads in Army Brat to put a colorful twist on an otherwise simple look.

THE BEST EYE SHADOW FOR UPTURNED EYES

Complement your upturned eyes with the help of a little dark shadow or liner placed on the outer corner of your lower lash line. Next, apply a medium-toned shadow on your lid before topping things off with a subtle highlight on your brow bone—all using the L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Pocket Palette Eye Shadow in Boudoir Charme. Just don’t be too heavy-handed with your highlight, as you want it to have the same (subtle) effect that light bouncing off your skin naturally creates.

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