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Ask An Expert: How To Wear Cool-Toned Lipstick
January 27, 2012 – 11:19 am
Candice is wearing Great Pink Planet
“Dear Candice,
My skin colour has a yellow undertone (typical Asian skintone) and because of that I can’t seem to make cool toned lipstick to work on me. It looks somewhat off whenever I try to wear it out so I can only dabble it on. Is there any way it could work for me and maybe some lipstick colours that I could try on?”
Actually, you CAN wear cool pinks. Before you give up on the lipsticks, try the following:
* Get a cool-pink blush that isn’t too deep. A pop of a cool pink on the apples of the cheeks can really make the cool pink lips “fit in” a lot better rather than look like they clash with your skin tone.
* Get a lip concealer. Many asians have a darker border around their lips, and that bit of discoloration can show through lipsticks that aren’t opaque. It makes any paler or brighter lip look quite uneven and tacky.
* Run a lip concealer over the parts of your lips that are darker, and then smooth away the excess with your fingers so you get a more even color all over.
* Go for a creme formula rather than a frost, as these are more opaque. Don’t be afraid of the stronger blue pinks like MAC Snob, Revlon Pink Pout, etc. Rimmel Pink Blush is more of a neutral pink than a real blue-based pink, so you might be pleasantly surprised by the real deal.
* Go for a deeper blue pink. Sometimes the contrast of yellow-based skin with a cool toned lipstick can be a bit much at the start. Try rich fuchsias like Revlon Fuchsia (Colorburst line), and don’t forget the cool pink blush to tie everything together.
Good luck!
Candice is a beauty blogger from Singapore. http://makeupbox.tumblr.com
Chinadoll Palette coming February 2012
January 16, 2012 – 9:30 am
Don’t let her milky skin, pouty mouth and flushed cheeks fool you; underneath the poised façade, there lies a heart of a tigress…
Lime Crime’s long-anticipated foray into the realm of pressed eyeshadow begins with Chinadoll. Brought to life by indie style icon Hanna Beth, this collection is not for the faint of heart with shades of flame red, sky blue, sparkling gold, deep jade and jet black bursting forth. True to Lime Crime tradition, each eyeshadow is lavishly-pigmented, creamy in texture and provides superior coverage and blendability to satisfy even the pickiest eyeshadow lover. The five hues come encased in a deluxe purple tin.
THE CHINADOLL LOOK
as created by Doe Deere, Makeup Artist & Lime Crime Founder
“Chinadoll is fragile and bold, soft-spoken and out-spoken, a free spirit of undeniable presence. I created a romantic duality by casting watercolor gradients against sharper lines — Lotus Noir was applied under lower lashes, blended into Jade-o-Lade, then faded seamlessly into Parasol. Finally, I added soft-red accents to her cheeks, brows and around the temples for an innocent glow evocative of vintage Chinese advertising posters.”
Fly Dragon Fly – fiery red [matte]
Parasol – sky blue [matte]
Goldfish – bright gold [metallic]
Jade-o-Lade – rich jade [matte]
Lotus Noir – deepest black [matte]
Vegan & Cruelty-Free. Retails for $34.99. Available starting February 15 via www.limecrimemakeup.com.
Paleta Chinadoll da Lime Crime
January 16, 2012 – 9:29 am
Não deixe que sua pele cor de neve, lábios fechados e suas bochechas coradas os enganarem; por trás dessa fachada séria, esconde-se um coração de uma tigresa.…
A antecipada entrada da Lime Crime no mundo das sombras prensadas começa com Chinadoll. Trazida a vida pelo ícone de estilo Hanna Beth, essa coleção não é para as pessoas de coração fraco, pois inclui as cores vermelho fogo, azul celeste, dourado, jade profundo e um forte preto. Para fazer juz à tradição da Lime Crime, a paleta é bastante pigmentada, com textura mais cremosa e oferece cobertura superior com uma capacidade incrível de misturar as cores para satisfazer até os mais exigentes dos amantes de sombras. Os cinco tons são embalados por uma luxuosa caixa de metal roxa.
O VISUAL CHINADOLL
como criado por Doe Deere, Maquiadora e Fundadora da Lime Crime
“Chinadoll é frágil e ousada, suave e sincera, um espírito livre com uma presença indiscutível. Eu criei uma dualidade romântica na maquiagem ao fundir gradientes no estilo aquarela com linhas mais fortes – Lotus Noir foi aplicado embaixo dos cílios inferiores, misturado a cor Jade-o-Lade, sendo que o tom foi desbotado gradativamente para que houvesse uma transição até a cor Parasol. Finalmente, eu adicionei um leve toque de vermelho nas bochechas, sobrancelha e nas têmporas para um brilho inocente, remetendo aos antigos pôsteres de propagandas chinesas.”
Fly Dragon Fly – vermelho ardente [matte]
Parasol – azul celeste [matte]
Goldfish – dourado brilhante [metálica]
Parasol – azul celeste [matte]
Goldfish – dourado brilhante [metálica]
Jade-o-Lade – jade opulento [matte]
Lotus Noir – preto muito profundo [matte]
Lotus Noir – preto muito profundo [matte]
Vegano e Cruelty-Free. Valor de venda é $34.99. Peso líquido 5 x 1.3 g. Chinadoll será uma adição permanente a linha de produtos da Lime Crime. Disponível a partir de dia 15 de Fevereiro no site www.limecrimemakeup.com.
What To Wear On New Year’s Eve
December 30, 2011 – 2:14 pm
They say what you wear on New Year’s Eve can set the tone for the whole new year. The shoes, the dress, the makeup you chose all communicate a color palette which projects your emotions, hopes and intentions. Let’s see how you can hedge your bets a little for 2012!
White/Silver are known as the colors of peace, calm and wisdom. If this is what you’re looking for in 2012, wear Top Hattie, Mirror Mirror and Nymph eyeshadows on NYE!
Pink is the color of love and beauty. Project this with Cherry On Top, Great Pink Planet, Countessa Fluorescent, Centrifuschia, Abracadabra and Cupcake Thief on your eyes and lips.
Ready to start the year in Red? If you’re looking for confidence, energy and passion, add Candy Apple, Retrofuturist, Glamour 101 or Siren to your look.
Inner peace, comfort and harmony are represented by the color Blue. If you wish to focus on yourself and say goodbye to stress in the next year, opt for Loop-de-Loop, No She Didn’t, Troubadour and Shoe Addict.
Green is associated with hope, balance and bright new beginnings. Lime Criminal, Mischief Managed and Mint To Be will help you start 2012 off on the right foot!
Orange/Copper is best known as the color of success (in personal and professional life). If that’s what you’re hoping for in the next year, consider rocking Cosmopop, My Beautiful Rocket or Diva.
Yellow/Gold represents wealth. Wear Golden Ticket, Circus Girl or Nymph for some money-related opportunities in a 2012.
Purple/Violet are the colors of an Artist: they represent inspiration, imagination and focus. Kaleidoscope, D’Lilac, Airborne Unicorn, Empress and Twilight could help favor your creative side.
Lime Crime Team thanks you for a wonderful 2011. May you have a happy and prosperous New Year!
