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Makeup trends bring in unlikely colors, reuse variety of classic feminine looks

By Lisa Delp

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Published: Monday, October 22, 2007

Updated: Sunday, September 6, 2009

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This fall's makeup trends are bringing interesting new looks to the runway. Glowing cheeks, vivid eyes and vivacious lips come together to create a romantic, feminine appeal.

The most prominent feature this season should be the eye area. Green has replaced dark and muted tones as far as eyeshadow goes. The green on the eyelids should be the dominating attribute.

At night eyes should be more dramatic. To achieve the look, line the inside of the eyes with the green eyeshadow. When experimenting with the green, the first few times it should just be a simple look until a technique is established. Applying brown or black eyeliner makes the green stand out even more.

When looking for the right color for eyeshadow, buy one with a hint of shimmer so it enhances the eye's look. It is best to experiment with different shades to find the best fit.

Do not forget about eyebrows. This year thick brows are back in - forget about thin, tiny eyebrows. The best way to achieve this look is to have the eyebrow extend just a little farther than the outer corner of the eye and to reveal a big arch. It is important to make sure the brow is well maintained or else it will not be attractive.

When applying makeup people should make sure not to overdo blush. Cheeks are a very important aspect, but shouldn't overpower the rest of the face. A glowing cheek looks very pretty and ensures that the look is not washed out.

It is crucial to make sure the blush is blended - lines should not be visible between the area with and without blush. Also, make sure blush is applied in circles on the apples of cheeks to make it look realistic.

If you accidentally apply too much, put a little foundation over the top of it to tone it down. The best colors to go for are orange, pink and peach. They look great on many different skin tones. Also, an overall shimmer is extremely attractive and something to definitely make sure is done.

The last thing to perfect is lips. This season, red is the hottest color. It makes a bold, daring look. The brick and tomato hues are the best lipstick shades for this season. Another thing: for a lighter look, a stain might be better.

With these few makeup hints, everyone is sure to look their best this fall.

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