Prom 2009 is your time to shine!

Your Prom make-up must be flawless just like your  Prom dress, Prom shoes and Prom hair must be perfect!

Here are some practical tips for Prom pretty makeup:

Plan ahead:

Creating the perfect Prom make-up takes time.

If you’re doing it yourself,  practice several times and try different products.

Going to a pro at a beauty salon or spa? chedule your appointment two to three months ahead.

Heading to a cosmetic counter at a department store for a free makeup consultation? Be sure to schedule an appointment during Prom season.

Doing your Prom makeup yourself? Have a party with your friendsand practice on yourself or each other!

Clip pictures of your favorite celebrity for inspiration and if you’re doing  your own make up at home pin it to the mirror or take it with you if a professional is doing your Prom makeup.

Less is better:  You want to look dressed up but no overdone. Decide whether to play up your eyes or your mouth, but never both.

Foundation:

• Avoid painting your face with too much foundation.

• Put on just enough makeup so you look natural, only better.

• Don’t forget to blend in  makesup so you avoid lines at jaw, neck or chest.

• Tip: makeup sponges give you a super smooth application.
  

Eye Makeup:

• Shadow: make it match the shade of your dress

• Heavier the eye makeup the more glam you look

• Apply a shimmery beige eyshadow to your lids for a natural look.

• Curl lashes for extra volume.

Lips:

• Soft lips give you a sexy look

• Want kissable lips? Use Shimmer sheer colors

• Pump up your lips with an outline in pencil and creamy lipstick.

Nailed:

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  Don’t forget to go great lengths to dress up your hands and feet witha manicure and pedicure.

• Save money by having an at home spa party where girlfriends do each others nails and toes.

• Remember, for the best polish job, you need a base coat, polish and top coat.In a hurry to get your nails dry?

• Use an air blow dryer set on cool.

Body:

• Makeup is not just for your face.

• Prom is the night to powder your bare arms, shoulders and chest so you’re sure to to shimmer!

Don't forget!

Put on your prom dress after you do your makeup to avoid spills.