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81. Achieving a beautiful eye makeup.

To achieve a beautiful eye makeup effect, you need to have a concealer, eyeshadow base, eye pencil, mascara, and eye shadow brushes. To achieve a more radiant effect, you need to use all these materials properly. Aside from that, you should also take note of the proper sequence in using them.

82. Explore.

Once you have gotten more comfortable in applying makeup on your face, you should not be afraid in experimenting with different looks. By doing that, it actually provides you with more practice. Aside from that, it also gives you a chance to identify the best makeup style for your personality.

83. Finding the most affordable makeup products.

If you want to find the most affordable makeup kits, what you can do is to explore the internet for them. Such kits are actually offered by various online stores in discounted prices. All you have to do is to find them through your search engine. To make sure that the makeup items are in good quality, don’t forget to check out reviews about them.

84. Wearing a lip liner if you are a guy.

There is nothing wrong if you wear a lip liner if you are a guy, especially if you perform on stage. In fact, there are even real men who wear lipstick on a regular basis. If you want to try it out though, one of the things that you need to take note of, when buying the lip liner, is to choose something that is a bit darker than your normal lip color.

85. Preventing eye shadow from creasing.

Having a creasing eye shadow is not a pleasant experience. What you can do to prevent it is to make use of a reliable eye shadow primer. Choose one that is made by a reputable company, so that you are assured that your eye shadow won’t fade. Aside from that though, a good primer can also make your eyes look more vibrant.

86. Enhancing your eyes with a concealer.

A concealer is something that you can use to enhance your eyes aside from hiding the your lower eye circles. Since the concealer can brighten up your eye area, your eyes would be emphasized. Just pair it up with mascara though, and curl up your eyelashes to provide you with a more youthful look.

87. Applying a dark eyeliner properly.

Applying a dark eyeliner can be tricky, since it can make your eyes look smaller if not done right. To make sure that you can emphasize the beauty of your eyes, the dark eyeliner should be applied on the lower lash line, instead of the inner rim of your eyes. Don’t extend it to the inner corner, since it would make your eyes shrink.

88. Choosing eyeshadow for brown eyes.

Having brown eyes can make it easier for you to choose the color of your eye shadow, since that eye color can go with almost anything. However, if you want one that would suit your eye color best, then you should go with purple or green colored eye shadows.

89. Choosing the right type of eye shadow.

When you are shopping for a new eye shadow, you need to be aware that they are available in different kinds. In general, eye shadows are available in cream, stick, powder, and mineral forms. Choosing between these kinds would depend on your preferences though, but it is also wise to know their differences.

90. The shape of your eyebrow.

Different haircuts go best with different women. This concept also applies to choosing the shape of your eyebrow. To determine the best eyebrow shape for you, one of the things that you can consider for it is the shape of your face. In general, faces can be oval, square, heart, or round shaped.

91. In shaping your eyebrows.

One of the things that you need to remember about shaping your eyebrows is that, they don’t have to look like twins. They should look more like sisters, in which they should complement with each other. Aside from that, you should not over pluck since it can take some time to grow your eyebrows back.

92. Choosing between neutral and dramatic eye shadows.

Wearing eye shadow should be in accordance to the kind of event that you are attending. In general though, dramatic eye shadows should be worn during nighttime, especially on parties. On the other hand, neutral eye shadow should be worn for daytime such as at your office or at school.

93. What you can do with thin eyebrows.

If you have thin eyebrows naturally or due to over plucking, you can make use of different types of eyebrow fillers for it. One example of it would be the eyebrow pencil, which you can use like you are drawing individual hairs, to compensate your lack of eyebrows. Don’t apply too much pressure though, since it would appear unnatural.

94. Using eyebrow fillers.

Whatever type of eyebrow filler you are going to use, it is very important that you match it with your hair color. However, if you have black hair, you should go for a dark brown color for your filler. This is because using black color could make your eyebrow look too harsh.

95. Having a heart shape face.

If your face is heart shaped, you should come up with rounded brows, since it would make your look more feminine and elegant. The rounded brows would emphasize your heart shape face. Whatever shape your face has though, it is best if you use an eyebrow gel in setting your brows.

96. How to start having a winged eyeliner.

First and foremost, you should use a liquid liner to achieve the winged look. When it comes to applying it, it is good if you find a flat surface to rest your elbow on. This would help to steady your hand. Start at the inner side of your eye and get as close as you can to the lash line, while applying a line that is thin. 

97. Choosing the right kind of eyeliner.

One of the things you need to consider when choosing an eyeliner is its kind. The choices that you have would include the liquid eyeliner, pencil eyeliner, cream eyeliner, and mineral based eyeliner. It is best that you become more familiar with each of them, so that you can choose accordingly.

98. False eyelashes.

If you want to enhance the looks of your eyes by wearing false eyelashes, you should know certain things about them first. One of the things you need to take note of is the fact that most false eyelashes are too long for comfort. Thus, you may have to trim them down after purchasing them. Do it slowly though, so that they won’t become too short.

99. Thickening your lashes with mascara.

There are different types of mascaras available today, and one of them can help you add more volume to sparse lashes. All you have to do is to choose a mascara, which features a thickening formula to achieve what you want. Such products usually come with all the instructions that you need to follow.

100. Heated eyelash curlers.

To curl your eyelashes, one of the things that you can make use of is the eyelash curler. However, if you want to speed things up, then you should opt for a heated eyelash curler. Such types of eyelash curler are usually battery operated, and have plates that would heat up when turned on. This tool would allow you to skip the step of heating up your curler in preparing it for the job.

101. Taking care of your waterline.

Your waterline is actually found just right above your lower lashes, which can also be considered to be at your inner eye. The best type of eyeliner for it is the one that is in pencil form, but is waterproof. When you use this type of eyeliner, you can apply it smoothly and it would prevent smudging.

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61. The best way to start in applying eye makeup.

The best way to apply eye makeup is to start with a clean skin. What you can do about it is to apply cold compress on your eyes for about 10 minutes. Doing this can actually reduce the puffiness of your eyes. After that, apply a light moisturizer so that the skin around your eyes, won’t get dried up because of the makeup.

62. Styling your eyebrows.

Some people tend to forget that one of the most important features of a person’s face is her eyebrows. Therefore, you should assess it properly, so that you can apply the kind of style that would suit you best. One of the tools to style your brows is called the clipped-angle brush. Before using it though, determine the style that you want first, so that you can easily proceed.

63. The eye shadow compact.

Before making use of your eye shadow compact, make sure that you have already applied the foundation, or concealer to hide imperfections. If your eye shadow compact offers you three or four different shades, keep in mind that they are made that way, since you can actually use them together. Practice blending them though, before you attend parties so that you are assured that you are doing it right.

64. Applying the mascara.

Using mascara can accentuate your eyelashes, especially if you are doing it the right way. To ensure that it is the case, when you apply mascara, you should slightly tilt your chin towards the top and lift your eyebrows. By following this position, you would be able to apply mascara without smearing.

65. Moisturizing your lips.

Unless your lipstick is made to provide the needed moisture of your lips, you should make use of a lip balm prior to applying color on them. This practice can actually prevent chapped lips. Having chapped lips is not a pleasant experience, since it can become painful, especially if you are not able to take care of it immediately.

67. Applying makeup while having pimples.

If you have pimples and you want to apply makeup, it is actually fine. However, it is best if you go with gentler types of makeup items. This way, you won’t be irritating your skin further. Aside from that, you should refrain from picking your pimples while using makeup, since it can worsen the situation.

68. Caring for your skin.

If you are the type of person who usually wears makeup almost everyday, then you should take care of your skin properly. One of the things you can do is to get a facial once a month. By doing this, your skin would be revitalized and purified. When that is achieved, it would become more radiant and won’t get easily irritated with certain makeup items.

69. Your daily makeup.

Wear a daily makeup that is simple and light, so that you won’t put too much chemicals on your skin. Keep in mind that most makeup products are loaded with synthetic substances, which can harm your skin. Thus, it is best to stay on the safe side, and just use heavy makeup, when you are attending a party or going out with your friends.

70. Applying foundation.

When applying mineral or liquid foundation, it is best that you make use of a foundation brush. This way, you can ensure that you can balance the tones of your neck and your face. Choose a foundation brush that is made in good quality, and has flat and long bristles, so that you can apply foundation with ease.

71. Using the right face brushes.

It is important that you make use of the right types of brushes for every makeup item that is intended for your face. For example, a concealer brush is used for the concealer, so that you can properly hide pimples, and other imperfections. Aside from that, the blusher brush is used to color the cheeks. Use the proper brush, so that you can apply your face makeup properly.

72. Applying makeup for the eyes.

The eyes are the windows of your soul; thus, you have to apply the right kind of makeup for it, so that it would help you express your feelings. You need to consider the color of your eyes, when it comes to choosing the shade of your makeup, so that you would be able to effectively enhance it.

73. Different makeup brushes.

There are lots of different makeup brushes that you have to acquire in order to complete your makeup kit. These brushes are usually categorized depending on the part of the face they would be applied to. Some of them would be the face brushes, the lip brushes, the eye brushes, and some are called special brushes.

74. Choosing the best concealer.

Aside from making sure that you are using the concealer that is lighter than your skin tone, there are other things that you need to consider for it. For instance, you should consider its brand, since there are certain brands that certainly stand out from the rest. Aside from the brands, you should also consider the type of concealer that you want.

75. The advantages of the powder concealer.

There are lots of advantages in using a concealer that is in powdered form. For instance, it looks natural even at the end of the day. Aside from that, it would still provide you the effect that you want, even after you lay on a powder foundation. Moreover, it is also lightweight.

76. Using the liquid concealer.

If you want to hide some bad circles that are present under your eyes, then you want to make use of a liquid concealer. A liquid concealer is very easy to apply, since you can even use your fingers for it. Aside from that, it is very effective in hiding even the darker blemishes.

77. Choosing the right eyeshadow for your eyes.

When choosing the color of your eyeshadow, you should consider the color of your eyes. Thus, if you have blue eyes, then choosing the right shade of blue should help you enhance your beautiful eyes. To make sure that the shade perfectly matches your eye color, bring a friend with you when you shop for it.

78. Remove your makeup.

When you are about to go to bed, you should make it a practice to remove your makeup. This is to ensure that your skin won’t get irritated with too much exposure to the substances that are present in your makeup. Aside from that, it can also ensure that your skin won’t get dried out.

79. Wearing eyeshadow to a party.

If you have just bought a new eyeshadow to wear it for a party, you need to make sure that you are going to wear it with a dress that appropriately matches it. This is because the color of your dress can clash with the color of your eyeshadow if you are not careful. Plan it well, so that you would look as stunning as you want to be.

80. Wearing bright makeup.

If you are going to wear bright lips, bright cheeks, and bright eyeshadow, then you may be overdoing it, and get your face covered with all our bright makeup. You need to achieve balance when wearing bright makeup. Thus, if you are wearing bright makeup for your eyes, then wear something neutral for your lips.

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41. Pimples and makeup.

When you have pimples, using a concealer, especially something that has lighter shade than your skin can effectively hide it. To prevent pimples though, choose makeup items that are gentler on your skin. Such items usually do not contain substances that can clog up your pores and cause pimples.

42. Makeup for healthier skin.

Keep in mind that your skin also needs minerals in order to remain as healthy as possible. With that, you should opt for mineral based makeup kits. By doing that, you are not just enhancing the beautiful features of your face, but, it can also improve the condition of your skin.

43. Applying eye makeup for the first time.

If it is going to be your first time to apply makeup on your eyes, then the best way to go about it is to use a pencil eyeliner. This is because a pencil eyeliner is easier to work with, than the other kinds. Just make sure that you have a steady hand, so that you can do it perfectly.

44. Starting out fresh.

When you are just starting to put makeup on your face, it is best to go with the basics first. A light foundation should help you a lot, but you should not apply it heavily at first. Aside from using a foundation, you can also utilize a concealer to hide the blemishes. Once you have gained more experience, then don’t hesitate in exploring other makeup items.

45. Makeup for the bride.

Since it is going to be one of your most memorable days, you want everything to be perfect, including your makeup. Therefore, for your bridal makeup, you should not follow the trends, since they usually come and go, and you may not be sure if it would suit you best. Go for a more classic look, so that you would smile every time you check out your photos years after.

46. Makeup colors for your wedding.

To decide on the color of makeup you want to wear on your wedding, one of the things that you need to consider is your wedding theme. However, if you want to achieve that elegant look, stick with colors like pinks, browns, and plums, since they are soft to the eyes. Discuss this with your makeup artist, so that you would look your best on the big day.

47. Makeup tips in attending a wedding.

Knowing the wedding theme should be one of the first things that you should know before applying makeup on. This would ensure that you would be wearing the right dress and makeup color in attending the event. Aside from that, when you apply makeup, try to think about keeping your skin shine free, but glowing.

48. Wearing a makeup.

Whatever kind of occasion your are attending to, you should make sure that you are wearing makeup that you are comfortable with. To achieve that, you should stick to makeup styles that are not too heavy. Aside from that, you should also choose makeup items that are non-allergenic.

49. Wearing makeup at work.

When you wear makeup at work, you should stick to neutral colors, when it comes to your eyes. Earth tone eye shadows would look great with your office attire. For your eyeliner, you can choose one that has a gray or brown color to achieve that beautiful and professional look.

50. Enhancing the looks of your lips.

When it comes to your lips in reporting to work, you should stick to lighter shades of pink or red. This is because such colors are more professional than the other ones. Aside from that, you should avoid using lipsticks that are frost or have glittery effects. This can also apply to wearing lip gloss.

51. Lifespan of your eye shadow.

When you purchase an eye shadow, you should choose one that is made by a reputable manufacturer. If you are able to do that, then you can expect it to last

for a couple of years. However, you should also make sure that you store it properly, in which it is situated in a place that is not full of draft or moisture.

52. Lifespan of your mascara.

Mascara is pretty much the same with a liquid liner, when it comes to its lifespan, which runs for only four months. Thus, it is best that you purchase a mascara wisely. If you can choose something that is a bit small, then you should stick to it, especially if you don’t use mascara that much. Just make sure to close its container tightly, so that it won’t get bad before consuming it all.

53. Lifespan of lip products.

In most cases, most lip products, such as lipsticks and lip glosses can last for about 1 to 2 years. Storing it properly can ensure that it stays well until you use it all up. However, you should always try to check its smell. This is because, when it starts to have a rancid smell, then it is time to toss it out.

54. Open your make up purse every six months.

If you make it a point to open up our makeup purse once in every six months, in which you would take out all its contents, then you ensure that your makeup items are all fresh. This is because it can give you a chance to see which items are already done for, or are nearing their expiry dates.

55. Achieving that natural makeup look.

To achieve that radiant look, wherein people may mistake you for not wearing makeup, one of the best things you can do is to use a tinted moisturizer instead of using a foundation. This is because the tinted moisturizer will provide you with a less heavier look. Use it in conjunction with a concealer to hide imperfections.

56. A good way to use blush.

If you use blush that is very close to your natural flush, then it can help you achieve the radiant look that you want. Aside from that, it can also make you look like you are not wearing any makeup at all. You can also use the blush to highlight your cheekbones to have that glowing look.

57. When to wear neutral makeup.

Neutral makeup simply means wearing light blushes, eye shadows that are in natural color, as well as neutral lip shades. This style of applying makeup is best worn for school or work. It is also the kind of makeup that you want to wear, if you are going to meet the parents of your boyfriend for the first time.

58. When to wear dramatic makeup.

Dramatic makeup means that you would be wearing red lips, smokey eyes, or simply dramatic combination of colors. This would be great for parties, as well as going out with your friends to discos or bars. Just make sure that you won’t overdo it, so that people can still see your face.

59. Wearing wakeup near your eyes.

When you wear makeup just below your eyes, you need to be gentle with it. This is because the skin under your eye area is very sensitive. Thus, if you apply too much pressure on it, it can appear wrinkled or saggy. Just apply a little amount of makeup on it though if you want to, as long as you are conscious on how you are doing it.

60. Wearing mascara and eyeliner on summer months.

If you want to wear mascara during summer, you should consider the fact that the heat can easily melt down your makeup. With that, it is best if you choose a waterproof mascara and eyeliner for your summertime look, so that you won’t have to deal with smudges on the skin near your eyes.

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21. Applying stage makeup.

If you are tasked to apply makeup on yourself for a stage play, you should keep in mind that it is entirely different to applying makeup for parties. For a stage play, your makeup should be something that can stand the hot lights, and be visible to people that are seated at the farthest row from the stage. However, you should also control it so that you won’t look like a clown for people seated at the front row.

22. Makeup for sensitive skin.

If you have sensitive skin, then it may take you some time to choose the makeup that won’t get your skin irritated. Having allergic reactions from makeup is not something that you want to experience. To go around it though, you can always do a spot test prior to purchasing a product. This can be done by applying a small amount of the makeup on your skin. Wait 24 hours and see if you have any allergic reactions, before making up your mind.

23. Applying makeup for men.

There is nothing wrong if a guy wants to apply makeup, especially if he only wants to cover certain imperfections. To do this, you can actually make use of the very basic makeup items. For example, to cover imperfections, you can use a concealer for that, and choose one that is a shade lighter than your skin.

24. Storing your makeup in the bathroom.

Storing your makeup inside the bathroom is not a good idea. This is because the bathroom is usually filled with a lot of moisture, which could be floating around midair. With this moisture would be bacteria and other germs, which can eventually get to your makeup, and affect its quality.

25. Using sponges.

If you like to use sponges in applying makeup, you should also take good care of it, aside from taking care of your other makeup items. The sponge should be washed clean every couple of times that you use it. If you want to make sure that you have a sponge that is top in quality every time you apply makeup though, you can always use a new one after using the sponge twice.

26. Washing your hands.

It is important that you wash your hands thoroughly prior to using your makeup. This is to ensure that you won’t get dirt on your makeup, as well as your face. If you find it such a hassle to go to the kitchen or bathroom to wash your hands though, you can always have a bottle of antibacterial lotion at the place where you are going to apply your makeup.

27. Store makeup testers.

If you want to see if the color of the makeup would match your skin tone, or if you are allergic to it or not, you should avoid using the testers found in the stores. This is because they can harbor different types of diseases, and you might get affected of them just by trying them out. The best way to test a makeup is to visit a friend for it, or contact your makeup artist.

28. Makeup hygiene.

It is very important that you practice good makeup hygiene, since your makeup can make you visit your doctor soon. Some of the things that you need to take note of when it comes to this would be the proper storage of your makeup items, cleaning the brushes and sponges regularly, and many more. By practicing good makeup hygiene, you can prolong the life of your makeup items, and avoid going to the doctor due to it.

29. Infected makeup.

If you do get infected with a sort of disease, which you suspect came from your makeup, you should not be ashamed of it. You should still visit your doctor as soon as you can. If you experience allergic reactions, then take antihistamine, or call your doctor, so that you can take something that can provide you with immediate relief.

30. Using the concealer.

When you want to make use of a concealer to hide blemishes, pimples, or any other imperfections, there are things that you can do, in order to prolong its effects. One of which is to apply a light dusting on your face with loose powder. By doing that, you would be ensuring that the effects of the concealer would last for the whole night.

31. Using a lip balm.

Lip balm can be used by both men and women, although some males hesitate

using it, by thinking that it is unmanly. However, using a lip balm can actually help you in hydrating your lips. Therefore, when you use it in adequate amounts, you can prevent or take care of cracked lips.

32. Enhancing your lashes.

If you are a guy and you want to look like a rocker or a hipster, then you should consider using an eyeliner. A black eyeliner pencil can help you a lot in achieving the looks that you want, by using it to line your upper and lower eyelashes. Choose a pencil that is really dark, so that you can really emphasize your lashes.

33. Using a concealer for a guy.

Aside from making sure that the concealer you are using is of the right shade, it is also important to apply it at the right amount. If you don’t want to look like you are indeed wearing makeup, then you should not apply too much of it. Aside from that, you should also make sure that you are applying it well so that you won’t look like a pancake.

34. Choosing the right makeup.

If you have experienced allergic reactions to some of your makeup items, one of the best ways to pinpoint the product that is causing it, is to check its labels. In most cases, one or some of your makeup items may contain allergenic ingredients. Once you are able to identify them, you should replace them with products that are safer to use, to avoid experiencing it again.

35. Applying makeup on your kid, for her school play.

When applying makeup on your daughter for her school play, start with a cream foundation, which has the same shade as her skin tone, or slightly darker. It should be paired up with blush on the cheeks. More importantly, use makeup items that are gentler on the skin, since your kid’s skin is still very fragile.

36. The loose face powder.

Having a loose face powder on hand is important in applying makeup. One of its functions is to ensure that your makeup would stay in place longer. Aside from that, it can also ensure that the makeup won’t melt in warmer temperatures. All you need to do is to apply it as a light dusting.

37. Shopping for makeup for your kids.

If you like applying makeup to your kids, then it is always best to go with milder items. To achieve that, when you shop around the malls, you should keep an eye out for makeup items that are hypo-allergenic, or at least fragrance free. By doing this, you can ensure that your kids’ skin won’t get irritated.

38. Organic makeup.

When you have sensitive skin, it is always best to wear makeup that won’t irritate it, such as those that are made from organic ingredients. More and more products today are produced using organic materials, and these does not exclude makeup items. With an organic makeup, you can be assured that it is free from skin irritants like talc and dyes.

39. Lifespan of your foundation.

The lifespan of your foundation can actually depend on the way that you use it. In most cases, if you use it with a pump, it can last for 8 months. However, if you are using it by dipping your fingers into the bottle, then you cannot expect it to go beyond the 6-month period.

40. Going natural.

Going for makeup kits that are made out of natural ingredients is actually a good idea, especially if you have sensitive skin. Aside from the fact that it can prevent skin irritation, it can also help in maintaining the health of your skin. This is because natural products do not contain synthetic ingredients, which are usually harmful to one’s skin or body.

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1. Choose your makeup well.

When you buy your makeup kit, make sure to choose something that is known for its quality. This way, you can be assured that you would be able to achieve the kind of effect that you are looking for. Aside from that, you can also ensure that you won’t experience any kind of side effects on your skin with its use.

2. Consider your skin.

In applying makeup, you need to make certain considerations to be on the safe side. For one, if your skin is allergic to certain types of makeup, then you should carefully select the makeup products you would apply on it. Aside from that, you should also consider your skin tone so that you can enhance your beauty with your makeup.

3. Consider your eyes.

When you apply makeup, you should also consider your eyes. Keep in mind that there are certain makeup techniques used for women with deep set eyes as well as for those with regularly set eyes. By considering your eyes, you would be able to come up with a technique that can enhance it more.

4. Taking care of your makeup.

There are certain makeup items, which should not be exposed to open air for a long period of time, since it can become brittle or are reduced in terms of quality. Therefore, you should make sure to close your makeup kit once you are done with it. Aside from that, you should store it in a place that is not too cold nor too hot.

5. Keeping your makeup brushes.

In most cases, when you are in a rush, you might end up living the brush you made use for your makeup by the mirror, or somewhere else. When you do this, you could experience having to look for it for hours the next time you want to use it. Thus, you should put it at the same place where you are usually keeping it, so that you can easily get it anytime you want.

6. Saving money with makeup.

If you want to make use of different shades of lipstick, manicures, pedicures, mascaras, and such, there is no need for you to buy them all. What you can do about it is to simply check out the makeup items of your friend. If you find something that you want to try, offer to swap it with yours or borrow it. You can also let her borrow some of yours to return the favor.

7. Don’t let your kids play with your makeup.

When you find that your daughters are playing with your makeup, you may find it amusing. However, you should not let them play with it, since you might end up with no makeup to use at all. Thus, you should keep your makeup items where your kids would not be able to reach it. Only let them use it, if you are around to monitor them.

8. Learning to apply makeup through the internet.

If you have just begun applying makeup, there are actually lots of things you can do for it. One of which is to search for the information that you need through the internet. All you have to do is to use your favorite search engine for it. Through the web, you can check out eBooks about the right way of applying makeup. Aside from that, videos are also available for you to access for free.

9. Hiring a makeup artist for your wedding.

If you are in the process of hiring a makeup artist for your wedding, you need to see if she is really competent enough. One of the ways to do that is to check out her ideas about the makeup techniques she would use for you. It is very important that she comes up with a style that is fitted for your wedding theme, so that it would blend well with the whole get up.

10. Finding the best makeup artists.

To find the best makeup artists, one of the best ways to do it is through recommendations. You can actually call your friends, relatives, and even your colleagues to ask them about it. Once you have gathered enough names and contact details, try calling some of them, and choose the one that you are most comfortable working with.

11. Have fun.

To become more effective in applying makeup on your face, you should see it as a fun activity. Don’t put yourself down just because you are not able to perfect it on your first few attempts. Practice more, and be excited on the outcome, so that you will eventually improve your makeup skills.

12. Apply makeup on your kids.

To practice more in applying makeup, you should get your daughters involved in it. Try applying makeup on them, on certain occasions, so that you can also see your own progress. By doing that, you would be able to practice more, since you would be applying on someone else’s face and not just yours.

13. Observe makeup artists practice their skills.

Whenever you visit the parlor, you should try to observe how various makeup artists apply their skills on their customers, in order to enhance their features. By doing this, you would be able to learn more about which shades go with what skin tones. Do this more frequently, and apply what you learn to yourself.

14. Establish your goals well.

In applying makeup, it is not just something that you have to do, simply because everyone is doing it. You need to have certain goals in mind, when you apply makeup. For instance, you should try to decide if you are applying makeup to enhance your eyes, nose, lips, or all of them. With certain goals on your mind, you can properly apply the right techniques in order to achieve them.

15. Visit your friends.

Whenever you don’t have anything to do on weekends, you should visit your friends, and practice applying makeup. Aside from providing you a chance to

enhance your skills in it, you and your friends can also exchange ideas and tips about applying make up. Try it out this weekend, so that you can have some fun.

16. Use your imagination.

If you are trying to design on the kind of style that you want to have in applying makeup, you should use your imagination for it. It is a good idea to not just stick on the basic techniques that you have learned through books and magazines. Try to explore new possibilities, since it may help you come up with newer techniques.

17. Read magazines.

To learn more about various makeup techniques, you can always read more magazines for it. This does not mean that you should limit yourself to reading the articles about applying makeup. You should also check out pictures of celebrities and see how their makeup experts enhanced their beautiful faces. By doing that, you can learn more about the various techniques that you can use on yourself.

18. Ask questions.

When you are in need of more information about applying makeup, you should ask more and more questions about it. There is no need to ask only one or two persons regarding this. You can ask your friends and relatives about it. Aside from that, whenever you visit a beauty salon and you are seated next to a makeup artist while waiting for your turn, then ask her questions, so that you can satisfy your hunger for information.

19. Check out blogs.

Gone are the days when you need to step out of your place to acquire important information about applying makeup. You can simply do it by accessing the internet, and checking out blogs about it. Lots of blogs are launched with topics related to makeup. Aside from offering informative articles, you can also post your questions on these blogs, which may be answered by the person behind it, or by other people who are visiting the site.

20. Start with light makeup.

To be on the safer side, it is best that for your first few tries of applying makeup on yourself, you should do it lightly. With that, you won’t have redo everything, when it comes out not the way you want it to be. Aside from that, it would also be easy to correct, since you won’t be dealing with heavy makeup.

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List Building Tips 50

1) Relevant Content

Research and write content that your market is interested in. In this way, not only will you keep your subscribers happy, you will also boost the amount of people who will recommend your newsletter to their friends.

Research can be done by sending out an email asking your readers what they want to read. You can also sign up for other ezines in your market and see what they are writing about.

2) Using Feedburner

www.Feedburner.com allows readers to subscribe to your blog updates by email. So even if you have not started your own newsletter yet, you can still update your readers of new content on your blog via email.

3) Ad Swaps

Ad swaps are exchanges of advertisements. By incorporating someone’s advertisement into your mailing, they agree to do the same for you. Swap ads with people in the same industry or related non-competing industries. Use this technique every 2-3 weeks and you should see your subscriptions climb rapidly over time.

4) Subscription Boxes

Subscription boxes can be added anywhere on a website. Integrate more subscription boxes so that more people can see the boxes and subscribe to your list. We recommend Aweber for your auto responder account: http://www.aweber.com

5) Newsletter and ezines

You can rely on RSS feeds to build your email list. However, a more effective way of building your list is to start a newsletter or ezine on appropriate topics that are popular, address a genuine need, or solve a problem. This makes it easier to attract new subscribers for your email list.

6) Safelists networks

Joining safe lists networks will gain you access to a large group of individuals who may be interested in joining your list.

7) Bonus Or Gift

Offer a bonus or gift to individuals who sign up for your newsletter or ezine. Freebies always attract people. A good bonus could be back issues of your newsletter.

8) Opt-in Form

Add an opt-in form on your blog. If your content garners readers who come back to your website on a regular basis, they may decide to opt-in to your newsletter.

9) Viral Marketing

Free viral Ebooks get passed around readers very quickly hence it is a great way to get new subscribers.

10) Newsletter or email frequency and consistency

If you want to be trusted and credible, you need to ensure that you are consistent with your newletter or email frequency. Delivery can be set weekly, monthly or less frequently.

11) Facebook fanpage

Create a facebook fanpage and set up a profile with relevant information about your business. Add links to your list and freebies and also consider simple discounts, giveaways or coupons for your selected products when users “like” your facebook fanpage.

12) Pop Up Windows

Pop up windows are still effective to get subscribers, especially in niche markets. Exit popups works well because when someone leaves a page on your website they get a popup window asking them to subscribe to your newsletter.

13) Cross Promotion

Get to know owners of other blogs or websites in your niche so that you can partner with them to do some cross promoting of products. You can promote their products in your mailings in exchange for promotion of your newsletter in theirs. There are also paid options where you pay a small fee to an external mailing list to send a mail shot advertising your own list. Leverage an established list to promote your own.

14) Banner advertising

Banner advertising can help you in list building. Submit your banner to some banner networks and purchase a rotating banner slot on various sites.

15) Use Name Squeeze Pages

A name squeeze page is a simple subscribe form that then leads them to either a free report or a sales letter.

16) Create videos

Create video content to promote your site. For instance, creating a series of instructional videos and offering them as content for newsletter subscribers is a good way to pull in more sign ups to your list.

17) Buy Leads With Co-Registration

This is about buying subscribers from a 3rd party service. Co-registration works this way: After completing a subscription form or upon leaving a website, visitors are invited to subscribe to one or more e-zines. If yours is listed among these and the site gets a substantial amount of traffic, you'll begin to receive a number of subscriptions.

18) Host teleseminars/webinars

Teleseminars and webinars are conference calls you can conduct to discuss your area of expertise. For list building, during the call and at the end of the call, make explicit mentions for people to join your mailing list (and explain how it is even free to start with).

19) Write Free Articles

Create a free e course and plug it into an autoresponder. After which, write an article and let the readers know there is this great E-course for free they can sign up for. Then, provide the autoresponder link and explain how to sign up.

20) Limit Promotional Content in Your Emails

Once people opt in to your list, it is crucial for you to strike a good balance between genuine information that is valuable for your readers and information that promotes products or services. This is because it determines whether they will stay in your list or not. If you are always promoting your products and not providing any other value in your newsletter, people will be pretty turned off and possibly unsubscribe to your list.

21) Joint ventures

Create a working partnership with another business owner and arrange for some sort of exchange related to list building.

22) Social Media

Identify which social media channels are best for targeting your desired audience and take steps to acquire new subscribers by engaging with prospective clients on those sites.

23) Use A Sales Letter To Get Subscribers

Create a sales letter but at the end of it, instead of an order button, have a subscribe here button for people to sign up for your newsletter.

24) Crafting An Effective Call to Action

Professionally design your sign-up form and place it above the fold of your website to achieve optimal results. You can also add a link to join your list towards the end of your articles or your author bio. This is known to improve conversions drastically.

25) Generate opt-ins through affiliate marketing

Create a product that include links for readers to sign-up for your list. Get your affiliates to sell this product and offer them a nice commission. This becomes a win-win situation because while they make money, you’ll get subscribers. Some internet marketers offer up to 100% commissions to affiliates so as to build a substantial list.

26) Using Mp3s To Get More Subscribers

Conduct audio interviews with experts in your field and record it on mp3. Once you have these interviews, write to the publishers you've been in contact with and tell them that you have this great set of mp3's just completed and you want to offer them for free to their lists.

On your website include the download link to these mp3's and also put a subscribe form near them for your newsletter.

27) Wordpress plugins

Take advantage of plug-ins such as ‘popup domination’ to improve conversions in your list building efforts.

28) Pay for referrals

You can purchase leads formally; or by seeking out webmasters who are willing to divert traffic to your site for a fee.

29) Your Newsletter Back Issues

Allow people to read your back issues without having to signup for your newsletter, this will show them what type of content you do write and will make them want to join. Do remember to add you’re your newsletter subscribers get each issue 2 weeks before non subscribers, so as to encourage them to sign up to your list.

30) Landing Page

Optimise your landing page so that it will have a good chance of ranking well on search engines. Another traffic source is to promote your landing page on social media networks. As your landing gets more exposure, more people will visit your website and sign up to join your newsletter.

31) Make your landing page more personal

Consider including a picture of yourself at the top right corner of your website. This has proven to increase conversions from 1-2% which also means that you will be able to receive twice as many subscribers in a given week.

32) Don’t use free Autoresponder services

These services are unreliable and can go down at anytime. What’s more they are not professional looking and emails sent out through them may most likely be recognized as spam by email bots. Use an autoresponder service like www.aweber.com

33) Teaser Posts

Offer teaser content on your website on an interesting topic. Teaser posts help to increase the rate of sign ups because users are redirected to sign up to your list first in order to access the full content.

34) Split test landing pages

Send identical traffic streams to different landing pages so that you can test which landing page generates a higher conversion rate; and can adopt that exclusively for your list building efforts.

35) Free Forum Posting

Posting useful and valuable information on a forum thread related to your niche is a great way to not only get more subscribers for your newsletter but recognized as an expert in your field. Do take note of forum rules and abide by them religiously lest you get banned from participating.

36) Measure and Refine Your Results

Using Google Analytics, set-up goals to track subscription rates. Other tools also include Google’s website optimizer where you can run simple split tests to see what methods deliver the best results.

37) Create a squeeze page

Build a squeeze page that specifically captures email addresses for your list.

38) Trade Ads With Other Publishers

Contact and arrange with other publishers to place an ad in their newsletters and they do the same for you in return.

39) Launch Your own Product

By launching your own product, you can promote and build a substantial list of subscribers. You can also choose to create email tutorials or launch free webinar training to help grow your list quickly. Another method is to launch a free membership website and offer resources such as guides podcasts or videos.

40) PPC

Create a text ad in your Google Adwords account, select relevant keywords for it, and then pay only when someone clicks on your ad. Your ad will link directly to your website or squeeze page where a strong call-to-action will direct visitors to subscribe to your list.

41) Contest

Get a group of publishers and run a contest together. Inform subscribers in your list that to enter this contest, they must subscribe to the other publishers lists and vice versa.

42) Article Recommendation

Get together with 4 or 5 publishers and have them agree on running an article that you wrote. The article you write is about the best newsletters in your market, and these recommendations will of course be the newsletters of publishers you partner with. The article is to be objective like a news report.

43) Write a post or article to Promote Your List

Write a post or article published to your website to announce the launch of your mailing list and highlight your newsletter benefits for subscribers. Take steps to promote it on search engines and social media to drive traffic to your site.

44) Free ebooks

Provide subscribers with a free ebook after signing-up, they’ll be much more likely to join.

45) Thank You For Subscribing Page

Partner with a group of publishers and tell them you want to send new subscribers of your ezine to a page that recommends signing up for their ezine and that they do the same.

46) Free reports

This is similar to giving away free ebooks in exchange for subscription. A free report often targets a specific theme or is a write-up on a “how-to” topic.

47) Buy Ezine Solo Ads

Ezine solo ads are ads that are sent out by themselves, unlike classified and other ads that go out in the ezine itself. A compelling solo ad works wonders for your list building. Here’s a directory of ezines: http://www.directoryofezines.com

48) Add content to your site

Add content to your site with a subscription form either in the margins, in the middle of the content, or in a pop-over. The more articles you have, the more value you add to readers, the more traffic you will generate, and the more opportunities you will have to generate subscriptions.

49) Information Privacy

Include a note below your opt-in form that explains that you will never sell subscriber information—and you will never spam people who join your list. This should help to increase your conversion rates.

50) Press Releases

Write press releases announcing the launch of your subscription free giveway with both readers and search engines in mind and then submit it to press release websites. This helps get more exposure to your website and directs traffic which increases sign ups to your list.



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