I’m not a makeup artist, but I can pretend real well.
(Sorry about the unfocusing. I didn’t realize it was doing that.)
Finished makeup:
(Squee! You can see my freckles!)
Products used:
Maybelline Expert Wear eye palette in Designer Chocolates (Target, for approximately $5)
A “Smudge” makeup brush, also found at Target. I don’t know how much. š
I’m sorry if it felt kind of awkward, me talking. I didn’t know what to say. If y’all want me to do any kind of makeup or hair tutorials, just ask! Or photo-editing… whatever. I love doing tutorials, and if there’s anything you see here that you want to know how to do, I will do it for you.
Ā Details: Shirt($5), shoes ($12), and earrings (unknown), Target; Skirt ($5) and belt ($0.99), thrifted.
Approximate outfit cost: $22.99
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I don’t have time to say much; I have to leave… like… now. š
Have a beautiful Memorial Day!
P.S. Those things I mentioned getting at the garage sale yesterday, I will show you later. Don’t worry. I haven’t forgotten.
214 Comments
Sarah
Thank you! I’m kind of make-up challenged. I just don’t understand it well. Anyway, I love the bicycle photos. Such a cute idea!
Mara
Haha, well… any other makeup tutorials you want, I will do them. With better lighting. š Welcome!
Thank you! I think I might claim this bike if nobody else does. š
Sarah
Well, on Wednesday I’ll probably be asking your opinion on lipgloss/lipstick for myself.
Mara
š I figured.
Gadmodo Store, Metalworks Tooling
Finally, i realize you are beautiful gal.
Silvia
make-up challenged. I like that expression. I think I’m the same!
Jamie Rose
I’m really loving that leaf-print top paired with the adorable polka dotted skirt. Cute makeup tutorial too! Your eye makeup is so pretty!
Mara
Thanks! I’d almost forgotten I had this shirt until today. š
Joy
I love your T-shirt…… š
Sarah
Thats a great and easy make up tutorial. I look at some on you tube sometimes and get so overwhelmed by like 50million products to give a natural look. NO THANKS. I do like the highlighting brow thing i might have to give that a whirl sometime
Mara
Yeah, I think it’d be great to do tutorials with makeup that’s actually affordable, and not using a ton of products. I’ve never actually come across a makeup artist that did that.
Demy
Aaa what an amazing tutorial!!! I always love hearing your voice, it’s so awesome, really š And the make up you did is very nice. I’ve never been a fan of overdoing it when doing your makeup, so I never use eye shadows. But now that I watched how you do it, I will try it. I love how it looks with the rosy shade and I believe it will look ok on me as well, because our eyes have almost the same color. Oh btw, the moment you zoomed cracked me up! I don’t know why, but I thought it was so weird! (yes, I’m a lunatic :P) Love the close up pictures, too! You’re so pretty, and your skin is fab, I love freckles!!! Sometimes I wish I had š
Anyway, about the outfit, it’s perfect! All of your outfits are perfect of course, but this one is so adorable! And the rarrings are to die for! š
Your videos are awesome every time, so I don’t care. You can make a video on anything you want! I’ll watch it anyways š
Mara
Haha, I went through my phase of overdoing makeup– more for the fun of it than that I thought it looked better– but I’ve always liked more natural makeup on… well, anyone. I think it would look really good on you, too, because yes. We have the same color of eyes! š
It was weird to me, too. Don’t worry. I think it was awkward. Oh well. š
Oh those earrings… I love them, but they HURT. The bar is too big for my ear-hole. Things we do for fashion…
<3
Michelle
you look beautiful! your make-up is so natural and your skin is glowing! gorgeous and fab outfit
http://blogoftheprettythings.blogspot.com/
xxx
Mara
Aw, thank you!
Berty
Great makeup tutorial…Thanks for sharing!
Mara
Thank you! And you’re welcome. š
Dilan Dilir
really nice!
Mara
š Thanks!
tillmidnight
I’ve been really into maybelline lately which is odd because I’m usually a make up snob, but they’ve been doing something right! Looks amazingly natural on you!
Mara
Yeah, so far Maybelline is my favorite of the brands I’ve used so far. Thank you!
nan
I love how your hair looks when it’s tied up/pulled back or whatever it is you do! I’m on a tutorial-watching spree, so a hair tutorial would be fun š
Also, you’re outfits are making me want to go thrift-ing. I’m having trouble reminding myself to not get my hopes up. And to not plan an elaborate sweep of the city.
Mara
I did a hair tutorial for this hair a while ago, which you can see here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1P-viTtCxc but I may do a newer one, since it’s been a while. This really is just my everyday… fastest way to deal with my hair. š
You know, if you really wanted to go thrifting, you could take advantage of your local Goodwill’s tag sales, and *only* shop those tags (you know, red tag is 50% off… or the 99 cent Sunday sales.) That way you would be limited and wouldn’t spend too much.
Avra-Sha Faohla
I don’t think you sound awkward at all. You did it really well. And though I’ve said that your eyes are awfully lovely without makeup, this looks really good too. Out of curiosity, how would you do this differently if you had brown eyes?
You posed with the bike again! Wait . . . “I think I might claim this bike if nobody else does.” Are you telling me someone just randomly left a bike there? Where is this picture taken?
Oh, and your shirt is quite pretty. Are they supposed to be leaves? They remind me of peacock feathers.
Mara
Well, I’m glad you don’t think I sound awkward. I love doing tutorials, but I always think that… it’s just weird doing a tutorial for something that is everyday for me. š
For brown eyes, I would use similar colors, but something with more of a purple or blue tint. Not blatantly so, but purplish hues will accent brown eyes really well. So perhaps the same white and nude, and then a light purple depth color (instead of the rose) and either the same dark brown or a dark purple to line the eyes.
No, it’s not randomly left there (this is the back of my house) but the boys(aka my brother and his roommates) never use it, and if they don’t claim it I will. š
I don’t know what they’re supposed to be. But they remind me of peacock feathers, too.:D
Avra-Sha Faohla
Weird? Not at all. It’s precisely the fact that it’s everyday for you that makes you the ideal person to give the tutorial.
Heh heh. Is that what drew you to the shirt, then, when you bought it?
Mara
It probably was, yeah. š
beingzhenya
Love it! I watch all these Beauty Gurus on YouTube and you are just as good :)))) Keep it up!
Mara
Thank you!
paisleyandplaid
That top could be hand painted easily — a little fabric paint and tiny brush. Cute. Love Maybeline eye make-up. Their mascara is the best at any price. Love the chocolate tones pack, too. Thanks.
Mara
It definitely could. š Thanks!
Mikalee Byerman
This is too funny…for the first time yesterday, I watched a makeup tutorial. And now your post is Freshly Pressed?!?! Maybe it’s a sign — that I need to learn from a makeup tutorial!
Cute post.
š
Mikalee
Mikaleeās latest post, āMy Big Fat Poop Wedding,ā is at http://mikaleebyerman.wordpress.com/
Mara
Haha, maybe it is a sign! š Thanks!
unobregon3245
Too bad we can’t do much with a man’s face; especially an old man of 83 like me.
Mara
Haha, well, for the record, I don’t think you would need anything done. Old men are dignified, and shouldn’t be any other way! š
Steve
I already need a makeup artist. LOL unfortuantely it is not in the budget
Mara
Well, you can always be your own makeup artist! š It’s what I do.
Mia
Mara, I’m not an makeup artist, either. But I still think I could give a relevant comment about this entry. I don’t want to comment about the color and technique you used. You know it better than me. HAhhahah
All I want to say is you already have a pair of beautiful eyes. You don’t need that thing called eyeshadow to enhance your everyday/casual look. š
It ruined your fresh and clean look. I love your “before” look. You are naturally pretty. Mascara is great, btw š
I hope my honest comment doesn’t offend you.
Mara
Oh, no, it doesn’t offend me at all! It’s a great compliment to be told I don’t need makeup, and I actually prefer myself with as little makeup as I can get away with. But I find makeup fun to use, so I use it. š
gaycarboys
Im a boy so I don’t get much of a chance to wear make-up but I love your blog:)
Mara
Well, thank you. š
Hemant Khurana(Happy)
Gr8 !
Mara
š Thanks!!
Jason
Well… with a face like that – who needs make-up in any case? š Great tutorial and very natural!
Mara
Aw, thank you. š
CourtneeMayumi
Cute!!!
Mara
Thank you. š
midnitechef
Any tips to deal with rosecea? I’m so pale that my cheeks look like they are on fire 24/7! I don’t like wearing alot of make-up either, any suggestions for a “light” solution?
p.s. congrats on FP!!!
Jennifer
Something you might try is some tinted moisturizer. Just started using Aveno and love it. It is also SPF 30 (i think, might be a little lower). It is a very light coverage and they have two shades. Fair to light and medium to dark. I know, a broad range, but it looks really good. Very subtle.
midnitechef
Thanks Jennifer, I’m already using Aveeno’s moisturizer and love it. I have added a little foundation to the lotion to tint it myself, it tends to streak tho (maybe it’s the application method). I’ll look for the tinted version š
Jennifer
I’m glad I could be of some assistance. Let me know if it works for you!! š
Mara
Yes, like Jennifer said, tinted moisturizer would be a good start. I have problems with acne, which I know isn’t as bad as rosacea, but I use a good foundation to cover the worst of it and then powder/blush to help blend my skincolor with the pinkness on my cheeks. I hope you find something that works!
And thank you. š
midnitechef
Thanks Mara š
Calogero Mira
Thanks.
http://cmiraeng.wordpress.com
Jennifer
I absolutely loved this. Makeup artist or not, you did a fabulously beautiful job.
As stated above, you are a natural beauty and really don’t need to do anything, but I understand the use for subtle makeup and you wear it well. It’s very hard for me to do subtle. If you read my blog you will know why.
I must add that I simply LOVE your fashion sense. The ensemble you have on in the above pics is darling.
I will be watching your blog with interest now. Just saw it today.
Mara
Thank you! What is your url? (It didn’t link in your comment, and I would like to check out your blog!)
I’ve always loved makeup, although on myself I’ve never liked it to be heavy. I don’t think it looks as good on me as it does on other people. But it’s fun to play with! š Thank you again!
Jennifer
ah, yes, the url is: http://deviantthoughts.wordpress.com/
Marathon Sweetheart
I’m so glad wordpress featured your blog! Amazingly fresh and chic, that skirt and belt. In your words: I can’t really write too much because I have to go to Target… like NOW!” š
Keep it up!
Mara
Thank you! I’m a little bit in shock.
Lafemmeroar
Love the pics and the tutorial. The clothes are super cute. Target rocks! I do have to admit that when I need color on my face … a slight pinch of the cheeks and a little bite of my lips get the job done temporarily. Then when I notice my pallor getting pale I repeat the process.
Mara
Yeah, it’s too bad biting the lips and pinching the cheeks doesn’t work for longer. But you know, a bit of blush and a little tinted lipgloss does the trick. š
Thanks!
Willow Finishing Course
Hey, thanks for this. I love how subtle and ladylike this look is–and your outfit is squeefully adorable! I love the belt.
Mara
Thank you! I’m glad you like it. š
Mariel Bonifacio
I love how you did your make up! Matches your skin tone š
Mara
Thank you!!
Lugsy
Found you thru Freshly Pressed (congrats!). *Love* your style! I’m subscribing to keep the inspiration coming.
Mara
Aw, thanks!
BLaine Robert Parker
Expressing oneself & useing Makeup s’ to do it thats good!!!
Mara
Yeah, makeup is one way to express yourself. š
trialsinfood
nice tutorial! love your shoes btw!
Mara
Hehe, thank you. š They’re very comfortable.
Emily
Adorable! I love you style!!
Mara
Thank you very much!
apricotteacup
You look really cute!
Mara
Thank you! š
Things You Realize After You Get Married
The fact that your entire outfit cost $22.99 and looks so stylish, deserves applause! Now if only I an eye for pairing clothes together like that!!! š
Congrats on making FP!
Mara
Thank you! I’m a bit overwhelmed (in a good way) about making FP. š
ournote2self
Cute blog. Thanks for sharing! š
Mara
š Thank you!!
My BlogJect
Mara, awesome post. Cute voice. And can I just myself in and say, good god you’re a gorgeous girl!
Mara
Thank you very much! You’re sweet. š
newsy1
I do a lot of writing for the web but can’t seem to master the videos. You should check out about.com they are always looking for video producers for short items like this and they pay very well. You can check out some of their tutorials on their site to get an idea what they are looking for. Most look very easy (for someone that knows what they are doing-not me).
Mara
Thanks for the suggestion. š Blogging is just a hobby of mine, though, as are the tutorials. I only did this one for a friend.
Rebecca Cao
I love your bike! There’s something about them that brings back vintage charm. And of course, both your makeup and you are beautiful!
Mara
Thank you! I think so, too. I need to find a seat cover so I can actually ride it. š
Thank you very much!
StitchedNAdorned
Cute make up and super cute polka dot skirt!! I’m obsessed with owls too! but its probably a momentary thing for me.
http://stitchednadorned.wordpress.com/
Mara
Thank you. š Yeah, my obsession with owls will probably stick around for a long time. š
eva626
love the make up..it looks so nice and simple and elegant!!
Mara
I’m glad you like it. š Thank you.
dodotheextinctsworld
great tutorial! simple and natural just the way people should wear it!
Mara
Thank you; I agree. Natural always looks better. š
Alois Saint-Martin
Love Those Eyes ! I Imagine Mountian Lions chasing Wild Sheep High In The Tibetan Himalayas
Mara
Thank you very much.
Scope
Beautiful eyes.
Pls don’t reply. I was attracted by the eyes, drop by, and what is the chance of reading your view about my appreciation of your eyes?
Stay gorgeous.
acleansurface
How nice to see eyelashes that look like eyelashes, without clumps. I like your skirt, too.
Mara
Thank you! I always wondered why mascara application came out clumpy on so many women; I’ve never had it do that to me. Perhaps it’s a sign of using too much.
cycerobr
Very nice!!
You play piano very well…
Mike Ealy
I like the photos
Keynes Jackster
Being a guy, i’m not sure whether i belong here., but that was a cute topic. And please kiss your photographer once for me, for those bicycle photos.
Mara
Haha! Well… now you know how to apply eyeshadow. It could be useful someday. š
My photographer happens to be a stool and three books stacked on top of each other. But I can still kiss them for you.
stellycious stella
Hi, I’m Stella. I do like the photos. Easy to learn tutorial. Thumbs up.
Mara
Hello, Stella. š I’m glad you liked them! Thank you.
vandysnape
Nice! I would really like to see a tutorial on how to put an eye-liner.. coz everytime I put on eyeliner I feel it’s either too thick or too thin……. š
Mara
I will put that on my list of tutorials to consider! I rarely use eyeliner now that I have glasses (any dark makeup with glasses on me just makes it look heavy and overdone), so it would be fun to do makeup out of my norm.
pratmoko
ehemmm….u so ….:))
Yasir Imran
You are not a makeup artist. But I think these dasy all girls can do like that. Little things regarding makeup. Further more there are hell of makeup videos, channels at youtube.
Mara
Nope, I’m not a makeup artist (like I said in the video and the blog title.) š This was just a quick tutorial a friend asked me to do. I had no intentions that it would draw so many people to my blog! And makeup is definitely something I think of as “all girls can do that” but… when a friend asks me to do a tutorial, why not? š
There are definitely a lot of makeup channels on youtube. And they’re much better (and more interesting) than I am.
rubiescorner
You kept my interest. This is an interesting subject.
Mara
Thank you, I’m glad you found it interesting!
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Deepak Agg
Great makeup tutorialā¦Thanks for sharing!
Mara
Thanks! Thank you for visiting my blog!
Hugs, Kisses and Snot
Helps if you start out w/ nice dark lashes like yours! I’ve been using a liquid liner from Physician’s Formula (that is supposed to also boost your lashes…we’ll see about that) that I really like.
Thanks for the tutorial.
Mara
I hope that works well for you! I think having the right mascara helps as well, so it doesn’t get clumpy. š
You’re welcome! Thank you for visiting my blog!
workingtechmom
Great tutorial and the photos and suggestions on fashion fun. congrats on being FP!
Mara
I’m glad you liked it! Thank you very much. š
DrAnthonysBlog
Great style!
Mara
š Thank you!
Hanner
I love your signature thingy that says Love Mara. Did you design that yourself or is that some awesome font thing?
Mara
Thank you! It’s three different fonts I found on 1001freefonts.com; I wish I had designed it myself, but I’m not patient enough.
Marta
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Mara
Thank you very much! I’m glad you liked it.
Simon Marsh
Gorgeous photos š especially the first with the beautifully focused eyes …
Mara
Thank you so much!
rtcrita
Very simple and cute! My daughter wears her eye makeup like this. It always looks so flattering and natural on her, too. I do mine slightly different, but have started doing it her way for a different look. I see you wear glasses, as do both my daughter and I. That is why I usually wear my eye makeup a little heavier (darker), and add eyeliner, because glasses make it harder to tell your wearing any makeup and I need to accentuate my eyes more — unless I’m wearing my frameless glasses.
I love your pics, too. Nice job on the tutorial. You kept it simple and easy.
Mara
You know, I tend to do the opposite– since I have glasses, I have to wear less eye makeup. Without glasses, I could wear eyeliner and more shadow than I do now, but with my glasses– perhaps because the frame is a bit thicker– darker shadows and eyeliners tend to make it just look too heavy on me. š But I generally have always liked less makeup on myself, so that could also be why.
Thank you!
Bella's
I love simple makeup! I truely believe that women should use makeup in small portions to enhance their beauty, not to cancel their beauty and paint the makeup on!! I really loved it, good job!
Mara
I agree. Makeup is to enhance, not to overwhelm! š But it is fun to play with; I think the only reason I’ve ever worn tons of makeup was for the fun of it rather than thinking it made me more beautiful.
Thank you!
Stephanie
Yay! Freshly Pressed! And such a good post, too. Your photos are beautiful.
Mara
Thank you! It’s all so weird, being Freshly Pressed. Unreal. But cool. š
itsybitsybrianna
The outfit is absolutely GORGEOUS!
Please stop by and say hi:)
xoxo
bB
http://www.itsybitsybrianna.wordpress.com
Mara
Thank you! I definitely will. š
Keyrenter (Utah's Best Property Management Company)
Hi Mara,
Can you do a tutorial on how to edit photos? I love the way you edit your photos..
Pls pls teach me..
Mara
I sure can!
ticathejoi
I LOVE IT! It’s “No makeup” makeup. š My personal fav. š
Visit me. (: <3
Mara
Mine, too. Thank you!
Here I come. š
artreviewed
Love it! You have inspired me to wear makeup again! Im gunna give it a go! Thanks! xx
Mara
I’m glad to have inspired you! Good luck!
kristen
wow makeup can do ALOT!!
Mara
It definitely can. š
playnrewind
Cute tutorial. Very simple yet informative.
The only eye makeup I usually use is eyeliner, but for nights out or special occasions, I venture into eye shadow / mascara. Eye shadow is one of those things that I’ve never really known how to use properly, so I’ll definitely be trying out your techniques next time. Thanks! š
Mara
Thank you. š
I hope it works well for you! I think a lot of makeup artists tend to overcomplicate makeup application, so I was hoping that this technique was easy to use. š
octavia137
Your Blog is absolutely adorable!
Mara
Aw, thank you! š
jim is the man
looks really professional! you’ve got some talent there!
Mara
I’m glad you think so. š Thanks.
snowyautumn
i love your eyes ! green is one of my fave
Mara
Aw, thanks! I like green, too, although I’ve always liked brown eyes the best. š
creativeconfessions
Thank you for the make-up tutorial! I’m hopeless at make up, really, I am.
Mara
You’re welcome! I’m sure you could master it over time, it isn’t too hard. š
sheokhanda
I think I am in love with that pretty face !
ELLA SW
um..Hello I am Ella,nice to meet you. and I am taiwanese,I saw you from the Internet. you look so beautiful.
Mara
Hello Ella. š It’s nice to meet you as well! Thank you. š
joe06102
I really enjoy your makeupļ¼by the way,you are pretty beautiful
Mara
That’s very sweet of you to say so. Thank you. š
thor27
For a pretender you do pretty good !! You’ve got a Sarah Palinisque look about you very appealing. Come visit http://thor27.wordpress.com
Mara
Thank you! That’s the second time someone has told me I look like Sarah Palin. š
Avra-Sha Faohla
I ought to congratulate you on making Freshly Pressed! I find it so weird, since I’m a regular reader of your blog, and I think of it as your private little corner of the Internet, to see so many comments! My inbox is flooded. š As yours must be too.
Funnily enough, when the first few people said “Congrats on FP,” my thoughts were, Huh? What has Fiction Press got to do with anything? š But then I caught on, of course.
. . . And now I have an urge to go bang my head on the wall for adding yet another comment to this page.
Mara
Thank you, my dear! I used to think of it that way, too. It feels a bit like an invasion, but a good one.
Haha! When someone said that, I thought the exact same thing!
It’s okay. I forgive you. This time. š
rokkstarrlova
Whoa, you are amazing!! You should be an outfit coordinator for photo shoots or something! And makeup artist too!
Mara
That would be a fun job! I’ve thought about being a makeup artist, but it’s more of a hobby for me. Plus, I’d have to go to school to get proper training. Thank you!
Cocktails of History and Prose
I admire you people. I…on the other hand… (get ready to laugh) still wear the same brand of eye liner, eye shadow (if you can call it that) and mascara I did 20 years ago. Oh…I bet your thinking, how can that be, she looks so young! Ahhh, but alas…photoshop.
Mara
Hey, if you’ve found a good system, it’s okay to stick with it! It looks beautiful on you. š
Thales
VocĆŖ Ć© muita linda! Adorei a sua arte!
Mara
Thanks! š
greenlightgirl
I’m thankful for you being awarded Freshly Pressed because I found your blog! As a very busy Mom I slowly of fell out of caring much about how I coordinated my clothing/make up. Recently, I started putting more effort in and caring about how I present myself, ie. not leaving house with my hair wet and in a pony tail etc. I have needed an update in how I applied fast make-up and here you are with the tips! I call them angel moments–getting what I need (information, tips, clothing, meals) from an outside source just when I need them.
Congratulations on your Freshly Pressed status and thank you for the fashion tips too.
How about a full face “quick” make up presentation? Maybe one with at least blusher, lipstick/lip stain.
GreenLightGirl
Mara
I’m so glad that it’s helped you! I would love to do a full face “quick” makeup application– my daily makeup generally only takes about five minutes, so I could definitely do that for you!
Thank you. š
greenlightgirl
Yippie! Thanks so much. I’m sure I’m not the only one that would benefit from a quick morning make-up tutorial.
Green Light Girl
http://greenlightgirl.wordpress.com/2011/06/05/me-a-fashion-maven-ha/
ps. I also put in a mention and link to your blog.
cabell07
Mara,
Wow, I love your posts! You seem incredibly talented, and I too try to be creative with outfits and whatnot. I love picking up outfits from different places and throwing them together in super cute ensembles.
Also please visit my page at http://ticktockwritersblock.wordpress.com
I’m new to all of this, and my page is basically my random thoughts and musings. Hopefully it’ll be somewhat entertaining š
Mara
Thank you! It’s so much fun to get creative with outfits. For me it’s a fun challenge, as I don’t have a lot of money or clothes.
I will come visit!
jose lara
Tan expresivos ojos nos llenan de vida. Salud por ellos.
Mara
Gracias!
francimakeup
love it!! you’re so cute
Mara
Thank you. I’m glad you liked it!
Sarah
Every pretty natural look! I too love beauty and do a mommy/beauty blog. I would love for you and your readers to check it out.
http://sensationalfinds.wordpress.com
Mara
I’m glad you liked it! I will check out your blog. š
wittybizgal
This is great! Just goes to show that you don’t have to spend a lot of money, OR wear the entire makeup line at once to look great. š I have been pretty into Bare Minerals for the last few years, but Maybelline does make some killer eye palettes…for lipstick, Revlon has become my go to. Good job on your tutorial, and congrats on being Freshly Pressed!
Mara
Yep! I love being able to dress nicely but not expensively, and the same thing with makeup. It’s nice to be able to show that you don’t need really expensive palettes or brands in order to do your makeup well. š Thank you!
allcapone
hi Mara, look at you.
you are wonderful , i thin you dont need make up .
because you are absolutely beautiful .
Mara
That’s very sweet of you to say so! Thank you. š
..bathroom singer's corner..
crazy over that shoes!!!! size 7 please.. š
Mara
Thank you! These are one of my favorite pairs. š
Robin
Thank you so much! I am *very* make-up challenged — this is a huge help.
Mara
I’m glad it was helpful!
Eva McCane
lovely!
abhi
Your look very beautiful in those pics
Mara
That’s sweet of you to say so, thank you. š
liz
Great makeup tips! Thank you so much.
Mara
You’re welcome! Thank you for visiting!
Toni munawar
well…nice idea..
Apinder Sahni
Great video – I don’t wear makeup…but useful tip for anyone..like the pictures, very fresh and trendy bike š
Mara
Thank you! I may have to permanently borrow this bike from its owner. š It’s a fun bike.
Wonwaroon
Pretty nice .. face
and …I also love your bicycle too..
: )
Mara
Thank you. š I like this bicycle, too. š
Speedball*Zee
maybe you should’ve called it ” the invisible make-up tutorial” cuz you look the same with or without it. so, why would anyone apply product on their faces just to look exactly the same? nothing improved. that’s way too much of a natural look to be called nonetheless a “make-up” tutorial.
Mara
Haha! Well, I already had makeup on before I did the eyeshadow (foundation and blush), and like I said in the video, I only did it at a friend’s request. š And it IS supposed to look very natural.
zirakzigil
As the great Coco Chanel said “If you met a beautiful woman and after you leave her company you cannot remember what kind of dress she wear at this time, means that the woman were dressed herself perfectly”.
You did the same with this make up.
Hope you don’t mind, but this photo is just perfect for this little kind of manipulation.
http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f236/Toninio/Retro.jpg
Mara
Thank you so much! That means a lot to me. š
I love the manipulation, too.
zirakzigil
YW. If you need something more just let me know. I am a graphic designer and I enjoy of that kind of stuff. Oh, and I’m obsessed by owls too.
taurenone@yahoo.com
SAC
You look great, even without make up š
Mara
Thank you! I’m glad you think so. š
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Ascentive
Your whole look is amazing! I have a hard time with the smudge brush so this was helpful. You should try out a more dramatic eye tutorial too!
Mara
Thank you! I’m glad it helped. And I would love to! Any certain colors you would want me to use, or just a more natural dramatic eye?
design98
Million dollar look for under $30.00- I like the smart look! The skirt is great. Dressing well by no means has to be expensive. You eloquently proved this point, Mara.
Mara
I’m glad you think so. Thanks!
megansbeadeddesigns
Being so lovely probably helps you “pretend” to be a make up artist! ā„
Mara
Aw, thank you! That’s sweet of you to say. š
bigbaldnbearded
love the pics .. nice shoes .. nice tone .. nice bicycle .. i dont know much or anything about makeup though š ps. nice expressions too (=
Mira Faraday
I really enjoyed stopping by for a visit this eve. I like the up front attitude as well as ideas. I am looking forward to reading more.
Many smiles your way and I wish you great success here.
Mira Faraday
La Dolce Far Niente.com
RedCurlGurl
Great tutorial. LOVE your lipstick! If you don’t mind me asking, who makes it and what is it called?
Mara
Thank you! I’m sorry to disappoint, but I’m actually not wearing any lipstick– that’s my natural lip color. I’ve been looking for something close to it, though, since I don’t generally wear a lot of lip color, so if I do find something close, I’ll let you know!
redcurlgurl
WOW! That’s fantastic. If you do find something, I’d love to know. Wouldn’t it be create if make-up companies could do what home improvement companies have been doing for a while now. Scan in any color and then duplicate it in lipstick, blush, nail polish, etc. Now, granted, that would mean having them scan your lips, BUT, on the upside you could get a cut of the profits and of course they would have to name the color MARA. :o)
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