Fall/Winter Makeup Trends

FALL/WINTER MAKEUP TRENDS

Look through these fabulous Fall/Winter 2011-2012 makeup trends to draw inspiration for your hot and fab fall/winter beauty look.

We’re again on the cusp of a new fashionable season, and that means that it is high time to start thinking over your Fall/Winter 2011-2012 beauty looks. Thus we’ve picked out all the most fashionable trends, straight from the runways, for you to draw inspiration for your own autumnal beauty transformation.

 

NUDE MAKEUP

Again nude makeup trend steps into the forthcoming fall/winter season. And no wonder actually, as nude is never out. Fast, easy, natural and fresh!

Perhaps the main difficulty here is to create radiant nude makeup.  What is most important is not to overdo it… remember it is still nude makeup.  Radiant nude makeup should accentuate your natural beauty.

All you need is a foundation tone that perfectly suits your complexion, a neutral eyeshadow shade, mascara to make your eyes pop, a bit of blush applied to the apples of your cheekbones for more vivid look, and nude lip-gloss or lipstick color to complete the look.

Draw inspiration from the best runway beauty looks created byBalmain, Versace, Valentino, Alexander Wang and others.

VAMPY LIPS

The Fall/Winter 2011-2012 season is all about contradiction. On the one hand there is nude makeup, while on the other are vampy lips of different shades. Everything from our fave orange and red lipstick shades to burgundy and dark purple ones. Fall/Winter 2011-2012 Fashion Shows were studded with vampy lip looks. Such fashion gurus as Diane von Furstenberg and Yves Saint Laurent opted for saturated lip color coupled with flawless complexion.

THICK EYEBROWS

A “natural” theme runs through all the Fall/Winter 2011-2012 beauty trends. We can kiss goodbye to thin over-plucked brows as now thick, natural, sometimes even boyish eyebrow looks are in.  Moreover Fall/Winter 2011-2012 makeup trends even define eyebrows with black pencil as we saw on the runways of Alexander Wang, Jean Paul Gaultier, andOscar de la Renta.

VARICOLORED SMOKED EYES

Smoky eye makeup is one of the hottest Fall/Winter 2011-2012 makeup trends, as usual. The only thing here that changes about smoky eyes is the eyeshadow shade. Classic versions of ‘smokies’ like we saw on the runways of Dolce & Gabbana and Chloe fashion shows are also in, alongside with some more unusual eyeshadow shades like the ones that models sported on the fashion shows of Narciso Rodriguez, Chanel or heavily smoked eyes of Vera Wang and Roberto Cavalli models.

EYELINER

Lines, lines and again lines… from thin winged eye lines to thick lines covering almost all the lid, fashion shows were stuffed with gorgeous beauty looks created just with an eyeliner. You can go for a classic version like the one that was spotted on the runways of Giorgio Armani or Gianfrance Ferre Fall/Winter 2011-2012 fashion shows. Or you can opt for a more dramatic version a la Dolce & Gabbana orLouis Vuitton models’ eye makeup.

ORANGE EYE MAKEUP

This fab Fall/Winter 2011-2012 makeup trend was spotted on the fashion shows of Rodarte, Donna Karan, Prada and many others. From warm autumnal orange eyeshadow shades to acid orange mixed with a bright pink, designers made orange eye makeup the newest Fall/Winter 2011-2012 makeup trend.

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2011 Fall & Winter Makeup Trends

When it comes to makeup lasting all day, the fall and winter offer the best months since you don’t have to worry about mascara and eyeliner melting off of your face or coming off in the pool. Fall/winter is also the time when you’ll be able to experiment more with gorgeous autumnal colors and the classic smokey eye look. As for lips, you’ll want to find the right shade of red so you can complete your seasonal look.

Moving past the general advice, the fall and winter makeup trends for 2011 are shaping up to be bold, sweet, soft and sexy. But before you can complete this year’s trends, you’ll need the basic tools of the trade like foundation, concealer, blush, eye shadows in natural shades, lipstick, lip gloss, brow pencil or powder, and of course mascara. Assuming you have all of this, keep reading the makeup trends for fall and winter 2011, and decide what will be your go-to look.

Makeup Trends in Fall/Winter 2011

Soft Makeup Trend

One of the trends for fall/winter 2011 is something everyone should be familiar with because it’s been popping up more and more amongst women and teenage girls. The look is nude, and it is a hot look for fall and winter, as well as timeless and traditional for those low maintenance days. To achieve a nude look, you’ll need clean and healthy skin that is nearly flawless. Fortunately, it’s easy to pull off a nude look if you have the correct concealer and foundation for your skin’s complexion.

If you plan on going to any holiday parties, try using iridescent pink, define your eyebrows with an eyebrow pencil or powder, and highlight your cheekbones. But don’t overpower the look with heavy mascara; instead, try using brown mascara rather than black. In regards to lips, you can use a nude lip color, or opt for a light red color.

Bold Makeup Trend

If you were born with big beautiful eyebrows, then this is your year to shine. Strong, thick, and perfectly defined eyebrows are going to be a major trend for fall and winter 2011, and the major designers are making sure big brows get noticed. Of course, big eyebrows don’t mean messy ungroomed brows, so you still need to shape them, and keep the stray hairs at bay by tweezing regularly. You will, however, need to fill them in with an eyebrow pencil or brow powder to frame your face. An easy way to achieve a strong eyebrow is to keep your makeup natural by matching your foundation perfectly, and not wearing mascara. Use a brow comb to work brow gel over your eyebrows, and to keep the hair in place all day.

Nature-Inspired Trend

Some trends never go out of style, like golden eye shadows used in combination with the autumnal colors; so you can definitely expect to see these colors this season. Eye shadow colors for these upcoming fall and winter months will be inspired by nature like orange, brown, red, yellow and coral. Use strong pigments to create these stunning looks, and then use golden shades to accent the other colors. Keep your makeup simple by not wearing too much black eyeliner with this look so that you’ll glow more, without the harsh color on your waterline.

Dark Makeup Trend

Take your look in the opposite direction with this mysterious, dark, sexy makeup trend that will be popping up in the fall and winter. For this look, you’ll want to use eyeliner a lot more than the aforementioned trends, while using your eye shadow less. However, you don’t need to eliminate your eye shadow because you’ll still want to create the smoky eye this season; so put shadow in the outer corner of your eyes, as well as above your crease.

Choose an earth-toned shadow that is iridescent to cover the eyelid. Don’t forget to cover the black shadow with the iridescent shade as well, moving from the outer corners of your eyes in to toward your nose. On your lips, apply a nude color of lipstick or gloss; for your eyelashes, use mascara in combination with a lash brush for a spider effect.

Trends for your Lips

Even though the fall and winter makeup trends draw most of the attention to your eyes, your lips will still make an impact on any look. Interestingly enough, it seems as though the designers are having a lover’s quarrel when it comes to lip makeup this year. Marc Jacobs is sticking with natural and simple makeup trends, while designers like Dolce&Gabbana go for a red lip. Whatever style you choose to try, be sure to match your eyes with your lips, and vice versa.

Wearable Makeup Trend

The models on the catwalks seem to have only one style of makeup, and it’s red lips with smoky eyes (how to: smoky eyes tutorial). This look is great for holiday parties, dates, or other important occasions; however, it isn’t good for everyday wear. During the day, you should opt for a bold lip color, and use less eye shadow on your eyelids. Use a plumping lip balm to make your lips look fuller, and if you use a colored lipstick, use a translucent powder to set the lip color for long-lasting wear. You can also use a lip liner to fill in your lips, and then apply a matching lipstick on your lips. Finally, be sure to fill in your brows for nice bold eyebrows, and then complete the look with mascara and a light blush.

Now that you know what all of the latest trends are for fall and winter 2011, you can try each look to find the one that works the best for you. And remember that the main key to having a good fall and winter makeup season is to have bold lips or eyes, but never at the same time.

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Suffer from Dry Skin in the Winter?

How To Fight Winter’s Dry Itchy Skin

Everyone needs to learn how to fight winter’s skin itch. Ignoring the problem of dry flaky skin does not make it go away. In fact, leaving skin defenseless against the dry cold air of winter can result in severe skin problems, because the skin is the first barrier against bacteria and virus invasions. When skin gets too dry, it becomes itchy which makes scratching feel good, but only temporarily. Scratch long and hard enough and the skin is damaged even further.

There are many cases where people scratch so hard trying to find relief they cause welts or even bleeding. This is a sign the outer layer of skin has almost no moisture in it.

Fighting winter’s dry itchy skin requires preparing to do battle against the cold, wind and low humidity. It means taking up arms against the very things that bombard your body through the winter months. You can create a fortress which prevents winter skin itch.

Tips for Dry Itchy Skin in Winter:

• Don’t shower or bath in excessively hot water,
• Don’t shower or bath for longer than 15 minutes,
• Apply moisturizer immediately after the shower or bath,
• Use a heavy moisturizer that’s oil and cream based to prevent moisture evaporation through the skin,
• Apply moisturizer twice a day if necessary,
• Avoid products containing alcohol,
• Soak in herbal bath up to 15 minutes which contains skin coating oils to restore skin moisture.

Just like in any battle, you cannot let your defenses down for a moment. If it’s windy outside, wear enough protective clothing to shield the skin. You should never go outside in the winter without moisturizer. Also, moisturize your entire body using a facial moisturizer specifically designed for facial skin.

If you faithfully moisturize your skin every day, winter skin itch should not be a problem. You can learn how to fight winter’s skin itch simply by taking up your moisturizer “arms” and applying the moisturizer as your “armor” against the damaging effects of winter weather. This is a fight you can win!

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Should I Use in Winter Moisturizer?

Should I use moisturizer in the winter? That’s the question many people ask, because winter air is obviously different than the air of other seasons. In the summer, you know moisturizer with sunscreen is imperative in order to maintain healthy skin and prevent sun damage. But winter is another story. Or is it?

In the winter, the air is much drier due to the cold temperature and weather patterns. As a result, the skin dries out, and if left untreated, begins to flake or even crack. Cracked skin can be very painful, especially on the hands or feet. The flaky itchy skin is almost as uncomfortable and often results in skin damage due to scratching and the development of related rashes. Yet the simple use of moisturizer can prevent or relieve many of these problems.Skin care in winter requires different attention to your skin but it doesn’t mean necessary spending more time.

The question is: Should I use moisturizer in the winter? The answer is: Yes, you should. Moisturizer used once or twice a day can seal in skin moisture which prevents the skin from drying out. The drier your skin, the more intense the moisturizer should be. The thickest and most pore sealing moisturizers are the oil and cream based products. The cream contains ingredients, such as petroleum and glycerin that literally seal the skin so moisture can’t escape.

It really does not matter what kind of climate you live in either. Even milder climates experience drier winter air which can lead to skin problems. Whenever the moisture in the skin evaporates due to the condition of the air surrounding you, the body will draw upon water stored in the body. It’s much better to keep your skin moisturized on a daily basis, and in doing so, prevent additional water loss.

Moisturizer in Winter?

The answer is you should use moisturizer year round. That’s the only way to protect your skin from the sun, wind, humidity, cold and anything else the weather can produce. You should use a deep penetrating night time moisturizer and a lighter daytime moisturizer you can wear under your foundation.

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