Pretty in pink
May 1, 2005 | 12:00am
Get the Look
• Prepare the face. Cleanse. Tone
and moisturize if needed.
• Groom eyebrows.
• Even out skin tone by using
concealer and/or foundation.
Blend well.
• Set loose powder.
• Apply pastel pink on eyelids.
• Use pink shimmer and dab just under the brow arch.
• Line eyes with dark brown eye pencil.
• Curl lashes.
• Apply black mascara.
• Dip powder brush in loose powder and "sweep" the face clean.
• Apply rose blush.
• Finish with pink lip shimmer.
What is it about pink that makes a look both young yet sultry, natural yet stunning, simple yet breathtaking? Pink gives your skin that healthy and natural but subtle hint of "color." This hue is mostly seen from magazine covers to skin care campaign ads, cosmetic ads, fashion shows, fashion campaigns, concerts, etc.
Contrary to what you think, pinks fit most skin tones. Why? Red is the pure color of pink. In ancient civilization when sociological structures were forming in the Greek and Roman empire, red wine or berry juice was used to stain their cheeks. This symbolized as a beauty mark among the aristocrats for it implies a healthy, fun loving spirit, which was then followed by other social constant usage of red stains.
In those times, women tried to experiment as to find a variety of colors that suited their tastes. Some women found red too strong, especially among the aristocratic ladies. "Upper-class Victorian women would wear white face power with very little rouge not only to confirm their social status but to declare their purity as well" (Reyer). Thus through constant experimentation, the French found ways in mixing white and red by developing new chemical processes replacing natural methods in the 19th century. This is the time where makeup became less theatrical and swung to the more subtle and natural application. And the tint pink was later on created.
This is why pink is more "safe." White is added to create pink. Depending on the intensity of the color applied to your skin, pink is a better substitute in recreating the natural healthy glow. The Aristocrats think so.
As your guide, for fair skinned women, use light, transparent pinks with a slight blue undertone or muted and dusty with a subtle hint of beige. Remember, the fairer the skin, the lighter the shades should be like soft pinks and rose. Medium skin toned women look best with deeper, slightly warmer pinks like warm rose and soft plums that have soft mauve, blue or brown undertones.
Olive or yellow skin has strong yellow undertones so avoid light pinks as they can look draining. Deep rose, berry and soft plum pinks look best.
For black skin, go for soft, sheer nude pinks, glossy beiges with a hint of pink for the lips and deep rose, berry and plum for the cheeks. Again, the color will depend on the intensity of the application. So, apply little by little.
There is a danger though on wearing this tint so make sure you know this. Frosted opaques, vivid fuchsias and candy-colored shades may work on young faces but not on mature women. They can look dated. Muted pinks in warmer tones flatter almost any skin tone. It is very important that you try the color on your skin first before buying the product. The color will change depending on the acidity of your skin. Chances are a light pink lip color you see on your friend will not stay true to yours. It is better to try it first than to waste your time and money on it.
Make this as your guide in purchasing either for your Mother’s Day gift or for yourself. Take time to shop around and experiment on different pinks. I assure you that this tint will be a fave item in your makeup box. This color is never out of style. The intensity just varies on different seasons and trends. Trust me. It’s a good investment. Who wouldn’t want to look as naturally and stunningly beautiful as Cristina anyway? Pink is soft enough to make a look innocent and sweet but strong enough to mesmerize. Don’t you want to look regal?
Lancome’s Le Rouge Absolu in Rose Aquarelle is a lip color, lipcare with reshaping and replumping properties all in one. It even has SPF 12. What more can you ask for? It feels smooth and your lips feel moisturized without that "heavy" feeling. It’s like wearing something in between a lip gloss, a lip balm and a lipstick.
• Prepare the face. Cleanse. Tone
and moisturize if needed.
• Groom eyebrows.
• Even out skin tone by using
concealer and/or foundation.
Blend well.
• Set loose powder.
• Apply pastel pink on eyelids.
• Use pink shimmer and dab just under the brow arch.
• Line eyes with dark brown eye pencil.
• Curl lashes.
• Apply black mascara.
• Dip powder brush in loose powder and "sweep" the face clean.
• Apply rose blush.
• Finish with pink lip shimmer.
What is it about pink that makes a look both young yet sultry, natural yet stunning, simple yet breathtaking? Pink gives your skin that healthy and natural but subtle hint of "color." This hue is mostly seen from magazine covers to skin care campaign ads, cosmetic ads, fashion shows, fashion campaigns, concerts, etc.
Contrary to what you think, pinks fit most skin tones. Why? Red is the pure color of pink. In ancient civilization when sociological structures were forming in the Greek and Roman empire, red wine or berry juice was used to stain their cheeks. This symbolized as a beauty mark among the aristocrats for it implies a healthy, fun loving spirit, which was then followed by other social constant usage of red stains.
In those times, women tried to experiment as to find a variety of colors that suited their tastes. Some women found red too strong, especially among the aristocratic ladies. "Upper-class Victorian women would wear white face power with very little rouge not only to confirm their social status but to declare their purity as well" (Reyer). Thus through constant experimentation, the French found ways in mixing white and red by developing new chemical processes replacing natural methods in the 19th century. This is the time where makeup became less theatrical and swung to the more subtle and natural application. And the tint pink was later on created.
This is why pink is more "safe." White is added to create pink. Depending on the intensity of the color applied to your skin, pink is a better substitute in recreating the natural healthy glow. The Aristocrats think so.
As your guide, for fair skinned women, use light, transparent pinks with a slight blue undertone or muted and dusty with a subtle hint of beige. Remember, the fairer the skin, the lighter the shades should be like soft pinks and rose. Medium skin toned women look best with deeper, slightly warmer pinks like warm rose and soft plums that have soft mauve, blue or brown undertones.
Olive or yellow skin has strong yellow undertones so avoid light pinks as they can look draining. Deep rose, berry and soft plum pinks look best.
For black skin, go for soft, sheer nude pinks, glossy beiges with a hint of pink for the lips and deep rose, berry and plum for the cheeks. Again, the color will depend on the intensity of the application. So, apply little by little.
There is a danger though on wearing this tint so make sure you know this. Frosted opaques, vivid fuchsias and candy-colored shades may work on young faces but not on mature women. They can look dated. Muted pinks in warmer tones flatter almost any skin tone. It is very important that you try the color on your skin first before buying the product. The color will change depending on the acidity of your skin. Chances are a light pink lip color you see on your friend will not stay true to yours. It is better to try it first than to waste your time and money on it.
Make this as your guide in purchasing either for your Mother’s Day gift or for yourself. Take time to shop around and experiment on different pinks. I assure you that this tint will be a fave item in your makeup box. This color is never out of style. The intensity just varies on different seasons and trends. Trust me. It’s a good investment. Who wouldn’t want to look as naturally and stunningly beautiful as Cristina anyway? Pink is soft enough to make a look innocent and sweet but strong enough to mesmerize. Don’t you want to look regal?
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