The Tipping Point

These days, it seems as though you cannot breathe without having to tip someone for your air! (Granted, this is an appropriate action if you have just received an oxygen facial.) But there is another type of tipping that deserves attention. Using the tips of your brushes and your fingertips is an important part of application that is all too often overlooked.

I described how using the tip of your mascara wand to coat the inner corners and bottoms of your eyelashes makes a tremendous difference in your final results. By sufficiently coating each lash, your eye is more defined and looks alive. Simple methods such as this are easily found with other tools. Here are a few more tips, and you can keep them for yourself!
BRUSH TIPS- (The shape of the brush eases the application and can dictate your end result.)

Concealer Brush (for blemishes)- Avoid trying to eradicate the unwelcome face guest! By breaking skin, you become more susceptible to infection. You also decrease your chances of concealing it properly. (Should you attempt an extraction, you might create a scab, which looks horrific under makeup.) Use the pointed tip to apply a dot of concealer on the center of the blemish. Then use the flat side of the brush to blend into the surrounding skin.

Shu Uemura Synthetic Brush 6m- I love this brush for its durability. It can also double as a lip brush.

Eyeshadow Brush (for eyeliner)- For that soft smolder, skip the hard eyeliner and opt for a hazy effect. Use the tip of the brush to apply a dark eyeshadow along the top and bottom lash lines. Then use the head sides of the brush to smooth all edges.

Cargo Fluff Brush in Medium- The generous head size accommodates small and large eyelids alike.
FINGERTIPS- (Your fingertips are oftentimes your best tools.)

Pinky Finger- It is excellently shaped for placing a brightening loose shimmer powder on the inner corners of your eyes.

Ring Finger- Use it to pat and blend under eye concealer.

Middle Finger- Use it to diffuse any lines of demarcation along the jaw line, cheekbone or crease of the eyelid. (Yes, there is another common use for this finger, but you’re a lady!)

Now those are tips worth giving!