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    • DIY Lip Scrub: At-home Remedy for Chapped Lips

      By CharleenBellezaBlog | Shine Latina – Tue, Mar 12, 2013 4:51 PM EDT

      This homemade lip scrub only requires three everyday ingredients. Learn how to prepare your very own natural lip scrub with everyday ingredients found at home.


      By Charleen Gonzalez for Shine Latina

      Many cities are still feeling the bitter cold of winter, which means dealing with harsh elements that pose some beauty issues, chapped lips in particular. You can keep your pout soft and moisturized by creating a very simple and natural lip scrub at home.

      All you need are three basic ingredients, all of which are probably staples in your pantry already. Sugar exfoliates, while honey and olive oil add moisture. In fact, you can make this recipe year round as a weekly pick-me-up for your lips. And as an added bonus, no need to step out into the snow to buy it from a store!


      Lip scrub ingredients

      You will need sugar; I prefer brown sugar, but you could use granulated, mixed in with the honey and extra virgin olive oil. Blend all ingredients in a small container, measuring equal parts of each ingredient in your bowl. I like to make a two-use batch, so I Read More »

    • VIDEO: Behind the Craze of BB Creams

      By CharleenBellezaBlog | Shine Latina – Mon, Mar 11, 2013 6:21 PM EDT

      BB creams- the beauty product of the moment.Check out the latest sensation in makeup products- BB creams!

      By Charleen Gonzalez

      BB creams are the biggest thing in makeup right now, leading every makeup brand to release their own version of the beauty balm.

      This latest craze promises to moisturize and offer built-in sun protection, but many formulas offer other skin benefits and foundation coverage. Choosing the right one really depends on what skin issues you want to tackle, but you're sure to find the right one in the sea of BB creams coming out.

       

      BB cream: The latest beauty crazeThis trendy makeup product, imported from South East Asia, offers the benefits of moisturizers, sunblock and foundation in one.


      What is a BB cream?
      BB creams became wildly popular in South East Asia, especially in South Korea. The word BB actually means blemish balm or beauty balm. The idea behind the original BB creams was to have a light foundation, moisturizer, primer, blemish fighter, skin brightener and sun protector in one convenient product.

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    • VIDEO: Get Mila Kunis' bewitching look

      By CharleenBellezaBlog | Shine Latina – Tue, Mar 5, 2013 2:20 PM EST

      VIDEO: Get Mila Kunis' bewitching lookWatch this tutorial to copy Mila Kunis' bold red lips and sultry smoky eyes from the new film "Oz the Great and Powerful".

      Mila Kunis plays Theodora in Mila Kunis plays Theodora in Learn how to get Mila Kunis' makeup from the Disney's new film, "Oz the Great and Powerful"!

      By Charleen Gonzalez for Shine Latina

      Mila Kunis always stuns with her looks on the red carpet, and now we'll be able to see a majorly sultry side to the actress in her upcoming film, "Oz the Great and Powerful".

      With smoky brown eyes and a bright red lip, anyone can recreate her character's makeup style. And with the help of Urban Decay's limited edition palette inspired by "Theodora the Witch", ladies have everything they need including 8 eyeshadows, a black pencil and a red lip color. Watch the video tutorial to learn how to steal the magical look!

      Face
      Apply Urban Decay Naked Skin Beauty Balm as a base for your foundation and to minimize the appearance of pores and fine lines. Next, apply Urban Decay

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    • VIDEO: Tricks to Perfecting a Cat Eye

      By CharleenBellezaBlog | Shine Latina – Mon, Mar 4, 2013 4:08 PM EST

      Easy tricks to get a cat eyeOur beauty blogger has two very interesting tips for getting a perfect, winged eye liner look. All you'll need is some...tape and business cards? Check it out!

      Keys to a perfect winged liner.Learn how to get the perfect, winged liquid liner with these easy tricks.

      By Charleen Gonzalez for Shine Latina

      Creating the perfect, winged liner can be quite a task, and liquid liner is notorious for being tricky to use. With that being said, a sexy cat eye for a night out is the perfect accessory to any outfit, and my tricks will allow you to create one in minutes. Those with a steady hand have the easiest time painting this retro look, but don't fret if you tend to be a little shaky. Instead of free-handing, I you can either use some tape or a business card to achieve the style. Both tools act as a stencil for the outer part of the wing so that you get a perfect angle every time; I'll show you how!

      Secrets to a perfect cat eye:

      Tape Method
      In my opinion, this is the easiest way to get do a

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    • VIDEO: Get Salma Hayek's Oscar Look

      By CharleenBellezaBlog | Shine Latina – Mon, Feb 25, 2013 3:49 PM EST

      Watch our tutorial to get Salma's smokey and flawless makeup look from the 2013 Oscars.

      Salma Hayek at the Oscars.By Charleen Gonzalez for Shine Latina

      The key to a subtle smokey look is blending and smudging. Salma Hayek perfected this smoldering look at the 85th annual Academy Awards. Of course, no one can try to look like Salma, but you can certainly copy her fabulous makeup! The Oscars this year was full of glamour and star power, and Salma looked amazing while presenting at the ceremony in a velvet, black dress and messy bun. This look is actually not too difficult to achieve, as long as you have some smokey, neutral shades and a good black eyeliner.

      All the makeup used for this tutorial is from Inglot Cosmetics, where you can create your own custom palettes with their innovative Freedom System.

      The eyes have it
      Start off by applying an eye makeup primer (Inglot Eye Makeup Base) on the lids and under the eyes. Apply a nude highlight color (Inglot Eyeshadow 361) to the brow bone with a large shader

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    • VIDEO: A Seductive Valentine's Day Makeup Look

      By CharleenBellezaBlog | Shine Latina – Tue, Feb 12, 2013 11:47 AM EST

      Create a perfect smoky eye with purple shades and flushed cheeks for a romantic and seductive Valentine's Day look.

      By Charleen Gonzalez for Shine Latina

      El Día de San Valentín is coming up, and it's time to start thinking about getting together the perfect look for your date night (or snagging that date!). I think the holiday is a great opportunity to experiment with color; you don't have to go over-the-top, instead opt for a subtle, sexy look. Purple eyeshadow is the perfect complement to brown eyes, as it makes them pop and is a twist on the classic black, smokey eye. I'll show you how!

      Seductive eyes
      Start off by applying an eye primer. I'm in love Laura Mercier Eye Basics in Wheat. For eye shadow, I'm using Clarins Eye Quartet in Iris Blossom in order to do a sexy, purple smoky eye. Apply the shimmering white to the inner corners of the eyes. Then, take a satin taupe color, and apply to the rest of the lid. Next, apply the violet purple color along the

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    • VIDEO: Keys to a Flawless Face and Perfect Foundation

      By CharleenBellezaBlog | Shine Latina – Wed, Feb 6, 2013 4:00 PM EST

      Learn how to give your skin a flawless finish using the right products and these basic techniques.



      A perfectly finished faceBy Charleen Gonzalez for Shine Latina

      Not everyone wakes up looking like a million bucks, but you can definitely look the part with the right makeup techniques. It's actually really simple to create an impeccable canvas for your face. All you need is moisturizer, primer, concealer, foundation and powder. From deep under-eye circles to hyper pigmentation, we literally have got you covered! Also, for Latinas that tend to get oily skin, I have a moisturizer that will take away that shine. Now, these steps are easy enough for everyday, but for those who don't tend to wear a lot of makeup, feel free to keep these techniques at hand for your next special occasion.

      Step 1: Moisturizer

      Even if you have oily skin, you need to moisturize your skin every day. In fact, if you don't moisturize, your glands will over-produce oil. I like using Shiseido's PURENESS Matifying Moisturizer Oil Free for

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    • VIDEO: Nail Art Kits Delivered to Your Door and Other Great Beauty Finds

      By CharleenBellezaBlog | Shine Latina – Tue, Jan 29, 2013 6:00 PM EST

      A product that stimulates cell-regeneration, a lip balm with the power of a lipstick and nail art delivered right to your door. Check out these exciting new launches for makeup and beauty in 2013!

      By Charleen Gonzalez for Shine Latina

      New Beauty ReleasesA ton of new beauty products are launching this year, and I'm especially excited for spring makeup collections. This year nail art will be as popular as ever, and there's a new product to help you create easy DIY nail art that gets delivered straight to your door! Also hot this year are neutral eye shadows, and products like Benefit's World Famous Neutrals take the guesswork out of your morning routine. This year, keep the resolution to get even and brighter looking skin. I'll take a look at Alba Bontanica's line of skin products that help you do just that. New releases from Urban Decay, Stila and Hourglass round out my top picks for 2013.

      Monthly nail art service
      You may have heard of beauty subscription services that send out monthly picks for you

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    • VIDEO: Feel like You Got a Facial for Under $10

      By CharleenBellezaBlog | Shine Latina – Tue, Jan 22, 2013 4:47 PM EST

      Great drugstore finds for improving the appearance of your skin at under $10.

      By Charleen Gonzalez for Shine Latina

      Best facial products for under $10Sometimes your face just needs a pick-me-up, that clean and supple feel you get after a facial. Well, I have the products that will do just that without breaking the bank.

      Finding the right face wash is key, and there are a few extras, like facial masks, that can go a long way to enhancing the appearance of your skin. Even habits as important as washing your face in the morning and at night will help clean the pores and revive your skin. Also, for those prone to get acne, products with salicylic acid will reduce the appearance of blemishes, and keep them from reappearing.

      Makeup removing wipes

      These are a must-have product for me and an important one to have at hand, especially when you don't feel like taking your makeup off! Wipes are a great aid to keep you from neglecting this essential, daily task.You can use them whenever your skin needs a quick cleanse, as well.

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    • VIDEO: Makeup for the Office in 5 Steps

      By CharleenBellezaBlog | Shine Latina – Tue, Jan 15, 2013 5:44 PM EST

      Learn how to create a polished and professional makeup look perfect for work in just a few, quick steps.

      By Charleen Gonzalez for Shine Latina

      Work-ready makeupWhen you're getting ready for work in the morning, you may not have a lot of time to apply your makeup. But, just because you may be rushing out the door, doesn't mean you can't enhance your natural features quickly! You want to remember to go with something natural and neutral for work; not too heavy on the eyeliner or mascara, and maybe a light lip.

      I'll show you simple eye makeup that you can do in minutes, plus a quick base that perfects the skin without hard work. This is a five-minute makeup routine that will leave you looking polished and ready for work.

      Step 1: Apply a Base
      The brushes I'm using are all from Eco Tools. For the base I chose this fantastic new product by Tarte, their BB Tinted Treatment 12 Hour Primer, which triples as a moisturizer, primer and light foundation. If you like a little more coverage, apply your regular Read More »

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