Makeup trends for Spring/Summer 2011

As a makeup Artist, its my job to be up on the latest trends and to notice what makeup styles are current. A couple of my favorite makeup trends that have picked up lately are the bold colorful lips & flushed cheeks! People seemed to shy away from lipstick and were focusing on glosses and stains instead, but now lipstick has made a comeback in full force. Flushed cheeks were very popular in the 80's and now women are wearing a more refined version. Whether coupled together tastefully, or worn one at a time these trends are here and I'm loving it! The rule for carrying these trends out will be the same for both and that is to wear MINIMAL eye makeup in accompaniment. Back in the 80's this look was bold but was also paired with wild, colorful eyeshadow. That is where our preference differs today. We either play up the eyes or the lips, not both. With a great bold lip you don't need a lot of eye makeup. Just add a little mascara to keep you from looking washed out, but you don't even need eyeliner. This look is very fun & flirty so don't be afraid to find shades that suit you! Reds, oranges, fuschia...try them! We always showcase our eyes. Let your lips & cheeks do the talking for you this time & enjoy!