Accentuating the Positive
Posted: 6/28/2009

 

 

Eyes:

George explains, if your eyes are deep set it is not necessary to apply a lot of eye shadow, a light color on the brow is all you need since the structure is already there.  A lot of mascara and a very thin eyeliner will complete the look.  Along with structure for deep-set eyes there is also a shadow, so colors like pink, purple and orange are good to brighten the eyes.  Individuals with wide eyes will look great with a smoky neutral tone and heaver liner will give dimension to the eyes. George also suggests building a crease for women who have smaller eyes.  Lastly, for big eyes a lot of eyeliner on both the inner and outer eye. George strongly encourages if you are blessed with big beautiful eyes don’t use shadow and if you must use it, apply the shadow very lightly. 
 

Lips:

If you have thin lips and want to make them appear fuller George suggests using lip liner followed by a lighter color, for those who wants to tone down lips use a lot of lip liner and dark colors such as a deep burgundy or brown.

 

Cheeks:

For individuals with high cheekbones place the blush on the back section of the cheek in a subtle way closer to the ear and along the jaw line. For those with round faces use more blush in order to create a cheekbone.  If the face is long in structure apply the blush very subtle, George states too much blush will have individuals with a long face looking like the joker by the chin. 
 

Experimenting with makeup is a lot of fun. The best way to achieve your greatest look is practice. “There is nothing wrong with experimenting and finding the look that works for you,” says George.   
 

For more information on George McKenney visit: www.myspace.com/makeupbygeorge.

What tips do you have to accentuate the positive? 
 

- Yvelette Stines writes about health, beauty and entertainment. For more information visit www.yvelettestines.com.

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