Since we all LOVE Carrie Bradshaw’s Style from the Movie “Sex And The City 2”, here is the secret on how to acheive her makeup look using Benefit Cosmetics
To get Carrie’s Flawless skin you will need..
Primer-That gal
Why we love it:Our silky pink primer takes your complexion from dull to darling! Simply smooth on for the look of brighter, smoother skin.What else you need to know:One shade helps brighten all skin tones. Can be worn alone, under or over makeup.
How to apply: Twist the base until the primer is distributed on the top. Apply with fingertips onto the face. Blend this silky pink primer in an even, upward motion. Wear alone, or under makeup for smoother makeup application. Gently pat on during the day to re-brighten your complexion.
Foundation – some kinda gorgeous
Why we love it:Our oil-free, cream-to-powder finish fakes foundation…it’s silky, even perfection for your complexion!What else you need to know:Translucent shade is THE finish for most skin tones.
How To apply:Compact includes application sponge and mirror for touch-ups on the go! Apply evenly all over face with accompanying sponge or fingertips.
Under eye concealer-erase paste #2
Why we love it:This concentrated, creamy concealer brightens and camouflages in one easy step! Targets dark circles, discoloration and imperfections.What else you need to know:Three shades with brightening melon undertones to suit every complexion.
Comes complete with a fully illustrated, step-by-step lesson and mini-spatula for easy application.
How To apply: Run your fingertips under warm water to heat them up before blending erase paste. For under eye concealing & brightening for dark circles: Use spatula to scoop out a tiny amount. Place the paste on the back of your hand. With your ring finger, take erase paste and make a dot on the inner & outer corners of the eye. Delicately blend inwards.
Powder-Dandelion
Why we love it:This classic ballerina pink finishing powder takes your complexion from dull to radiant in an instant…a celeb fave!What else you need to know:To perk up throughout the day, dust on cheeks or all over complexion.
Complete with soft, natural-bristle brush.
How to apply: Sweep the brush across the powder a few times, then tap off any excess. Brush lightly on to the apples of your cheeks in an outward motion. For the final touch, lightly brush all over your complexion.
Benetint to create her Rosy Cheeks
Why we love it:Our original rose-tinted stain is kiss-proof, see-through color for lips and cheeks. It’s the sexiest flush you can get from a bottle! What else you need to know:Naturally sheer and sexy on all complexions…innocent yet provocative.This rosy glow lasts for hours.
How to apply: Apply three dots to the apples of your cheeks and blend quickly with fingertips. Add a few more dots for deeper color.
Eyeshadow-creme-Busy signal(corner and bottom)
Why we love it:Our do-it-all cream shadow lines, shades and contours eyes with its alluring crease-proof, smudge-proof formula. Go as sheer or as dramatic as you like with buildable color. Either way, these shadows stay put!what else you need to know:These gorgeous creams come in 12 blendable shades that can be worn alone or mixed for endless custom looks. You’ll love the glass jar…remember to close it tightly to keep your eyeshadow creamy and dreamy!
How to Apply:For shadowing: For sheer coverage: blend evenly from the lash line to brow bone. For buildable coverage: let shadow set for 30 seconds then apply another layer.
For lining: Sweep tip of brush into shadow. Place edge of brush against upper lash line at outer corner of eye and steadily draw a line towards the inner corner of eye. Gently smudge into lash line for a sexy, softer look. Repeat on lower lashes.
Highlighter-High brow
Why we love it:A brow lifting and enhancing pencil that instantly adds a lifted look to the entire eye area. It’s never been easier to raise a brow or two!what else you need to know:The soft, matte linen-pink pencil looks beautiful on all skin tones.
How to apply:Apply pencil under your brow following the arch. Lightly blend. For more arch appeal, put two dots above the arch & blend.
Speed brow-neutral
Why we love it:Tint, tame and set brows in record time! This brush-on gel dries to a natural-looking finish for instantly beautiful brows.what else you need to know:One natural shade dresses up all brows.
How to apply: Shape & define brows with the soft wax, then fill in sparse areas with the natural looking powder.
Liner-Bad gal waterproof
Why we love it:This big, BAD, black eye pencil is a beauty addict’s dream and a makeup artist’s must-have. Dark, smoky, mysterious…being BAD never looked so good!what else you need to know:The powdery consistency makes this black pencil ideal for smooth, straight lines, and can also be smudged for a smoky, sexy look.
How to apply: Sharpen to desired point and line eyes. For a smoky eye look, gently smudge and smoke out liner.
Mascara-Bad gal
Why we love it:Sexy, sultry, pure unadulterated black mascara for full, voluminous lashes. It’s as BAD as you want to be!What else you need to know:Famously big, bodacious brush coats lashes with our super black formula.
How to apply:For extra full lashes, coat both sides of the upper and lower lashes, then flutter away!
Lipliner-Nudist colony
Why we love it:Line your lips to perfection with these neutral-to-naughty lip liners. What else you need to know:With silky color on one end and a blending sponge on the other, they’re absolutely goof-proof! Take y
our pick…the colors range from natural and neutral to devishly bold
How to apply:Line lips with sharpened point. For lip color that lasts all day… line and fill in lips completely with a sketching lip pencil then apply your favorite gloss or lipstick!
Gloss-Life on the A list
Why we love it: Our luscious new lip glosses glide on the perfect payoff, dazzling shine and would never dream of being sticky! They’re the glosses you’ve been waiting for! What else you need to know: The soft cushion paddle smoothes on easily for glimmering, shimmering lips. With 8 “pinch me, I’m dreaming” shades, you’ll be fantasizing about ’em all!
You’ll love the delicate apricot-lychee scent!
So what are you waiting for ladies??? Get the “Sex And The City 2” makeup look now!
Article by: Lori Mauerberger www.beautybulletin.com