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In this article we’ll be telling you about this season’s trends, the colors that are in and how to achieve this season’s fresh look. We will also look at some products to achieve that result.

This season’s makeup is inspired by the 40s and 50s, bringing a very sophisticated and glamorous look. Those decades stood out for their sophisticated image of extreme femininity: immaculate complexions, deep eyes and looks, and very red lips. This look will suit all of you, so read on.

Skin

Complexion is key to this season’s makeup. To create a clear complexion we must achieve a uniform surface without weighing the skin down with make up. The face must look as natural as possible. Caribbean tans and bright red cheeks are out. This season brings a healthy look, fresh healthy-looking faces. Choose the foundation closest to your skin color. The market offers a huge variety. Perfect Touch by Yves Saint Laurent is a very light foundation that offers amazing results. Its format, with a brush applicator, keeps you from getting dirty fingers. You won’t need to use sponges again. Another option is Perfectly Real makeup in Shade by Clinique.

Eyes

Eyes are the focus of makeup – catty looks that create an almond-shape effect. Colors don’t follow the trend of the 40s and 50s. You can choose the ones which suit you best, but keep in mind that this season we’ll be seeing a lot of dark or navy blue, coffee, ochre, and browns in general. Remember to finish off your eyes’ look and almond shape with a touch of black. Eyeliner is a strong trend this year. Automatic Eyeliner by Yves Saint Laurent is a good choice. Its incredible precision will make it your perfect ally for the season.

Add mystery to your eyes

To add mystery and glamour to your eyes, you mustn’t forget to apply mascara. Choose the one that suits your style best. Black is an all-time favorite, but dark blue is also a good option this season.

Lips

This season’s lips come in strong colors. Red tones are a fury, together with the whole range of plum, raspberry and Bordeaux colors. Don’t forget to treat them before applying makeup. Remember that firm healthy skin will really improve the way their look. Don’t forget to apply lipliner to keep the lipstick from smearing. This season’s tones are dark or very defined, so your stroke must be perfect. The shape you give is up to you but a Cupid’s bow will make your lips look very sensual.

Nails

When it comes to nails you must choose between two opposites: either bare or dark colored. The latest trend is wearing light colors, white or nearly transparent on your fingernails and black, red, Bordeaux or another very dark color on your toenails. This will create a contrast, giving you a very modern look. Try it out and you’ll see how great it looks.

I hope you put this advice into practice so that this coming season your look will be more glamorous than ever.

When we have a suntan, not all makeup products flatter us and we have to be careful not to overdo it on the face or, on the contrary, we will look unnatural. So here are the steps to looking radiant and applying makeup with one of the trendiest techniques this season:

Foundation

• Don’t use too much concealer or foundation. Remember that you have a tan, so you only need foundation and concealer on the areas where you truly need them.

• If you use a bronzer powder, blend it well and don’t put on too much, or it won’t look natural.

Smoky eyes step by step

Once you have put on your foundation, the next step is to put makeup on the eyes. To do that, you’ll need the following products:

• Golden eyeshadow in a medium to dark hue
• Cream eyeshadow in a pearly hue (very light)
• Black eyeliner
• Mascara
• Eye brush

Follow these steps:

1 Apply golden eyeshadow over the entire eyelid.

2. Increase the intensity of the hue as much as you like as you apply the eyeshadow over the eyelid. It’s very important that you only cover up to the bone.

3. The next step is to make up the eye on the inside with a black eyeliner to add more intensity to your gaze.

4. Lastly, put this golden hue on the lower part of the eyelid and blend, then give a touch of color on the upper eye with a pearly cream eyeshadow.

Cheeks

• Give a light touch of pink blush to your cheeks. When you have a tan, it’s very flattering.

Lips

• You can put makeup on your lips with a golden hue to create harmony or, if you prefer, add a completely transparent gloss.