Debbie Lok Makeup Artist Debbie Lok Makeup Artist

Troubleshooting guide for skin imperfections

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 01:52:00 EST

Some skin imperfecitons call for more targeted coverage. Hide them like a pro with these easy tips.

WRINKLE: A foundation that's creamy and moisturing won't settle into fine lines and wrinkles, but use it sparingly - the more you add, the more pronounced they will look. I like Revlon Age defying Cream Makeup.

ACNE: With a stiff brush, apple concealer to each blemish, top that with a highly pigmented, oil-free foundation. Then dust powder over the breakouts- this sets your makeup and keeps it from changing colour, which can occur on very oily skin.

ROSACEA: Neutralize the redness with a yellow-based foundation, such as Clinique Redness Solutions Makeup. Smooth it over discoloration with your fingers, then blur the edges with a damp Makeup sponge.

3 Ways to look younger and brighter with Makeup

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 11:37:29 EST

"Be a nudist on your mouth"

It's sad fact that as we age, our lips get smaller, especially the upper lip. The best approach is to stick to shades that enhance your natural lip tone, rather than bringing attenion to the area. Look for something between your natural lip color and a berry shade. That wil just boost your natural tone, also go for a stain instead of a creamy lipstick to prevent the color from bleeding. Then top it off with a clear gloss or balm to keep lips looking full and hydrated - Revlon Just Bitten Lipstain + Balm is an ideal choice.

"Try Highlighter"

Dab a very sheer formula just on the cheekbones, not on the brow bones, the apples of the cheeks, or the lips. "It prevents the flat-face look and it adds a very subtle, youthful, and pretty dimension to your features.

"Sharpen your brown eyeliner"

Deep brown eyeliner has the impact of black but looks less obvious. It gives you all the intensity but in a more sophisticated, subtle way.

New Addition

Sat, 14 Aug 2010 11:33:30 EST

Hi Everyone,

I'm starting this blog as a personal journal of my life as a Makeup Artist. I will post updates as to my progress in this ever so large industry. I invite all who visit this site to leave a comment, whether it is about the site, a service or consultation, please write what you feel. Thank you.

Debbie Lok, MUA

Makeup tips

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 11:07:44 EST

Pale gray and taupe eye shadows are a gentle alternative to traditional black smoky eyes. For a more striking look, add a touch of shimmer to the gray or pair beige with a darker brown shadow in the crease.

Mixing things up

Sun, 27 Jun 2010 11:06:56 EST

Liquid Bronzer

If your regular foundation looks too pale for your skin - this tends to happen in the summer - Customize the shade with liquid bronzer. Pour the usual amount of foundation into your palm, add a drop or tow of bronzer and then swirl them together with your finger. Swipe it on your jawline to make sure the shade isn't too dark before applying it all over.

Makeup tips

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 10:21:41 EST

Fill in brows with shimmer cream shadow - it looks more like real hair then pencil or powder does.

Trick

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 11:58:21 EST

How to fight shine?

Powder is a sticky mess in the summer, and blotting papers only work if you remember to tuck them in your purse. A better idea: Mix a drop of mattifying gel into your foundation. "My favorites are the men's formulas, because they're made for us greasy bastards, try Shiseido Men's Antishine refresher gel.