Hanukkah is here, and for those who celebrate, that means, lighting the menorah, latkes and of course, Hanukkah parties galore!! Instead of just going with the usual black smoky eye, why not get a little festive and opt for a smoky eye with a beautiful blue and teal twist!!!

Just follow the steps below, as outlined by BH Cosmetics’ makeup artist, for this beautiful Hanukkah eye makeup look, and you will be sure to have everybody complimenting you all night!

1. Prep and prime the eye area using BH Cosmetics’ Eye and Lip Primer.

2. Apply the BH Eye Crayon in “Heavenly” to the upper lid and blend, slightly, with your finger into the crease.

3. Find the dark navy shade in the 60 Color Day & Night Palette or the 28 Color Smoky Eye Palette and apply into the outer corner and crease of the eye with a Blending Brush.

4. Using a Flat Blending Brush, apply a lighter shade of blue (from either palette), to the entire lid, and blend up into the crease.

5. Apply the BH Eye Crayon in “Crystal” to the inner corner and waterline.

6. Line the upper lash line with the Gel Eyeliner in “Atlantic” using the Angled Definer Brush.

7. Finish with some mascara and a nude gloss.

Let the Hanukkah festivities begin!!!!

During New York Fashion Week, women can learn a great deal about the hottest beauty trends. Designers create and execute makeup looks for models to strut down the runway and display the trends for everyone to see. Some of the beauty trends from last week’s fashion show are bright and daring, while others are more subdued. Here are four of the hottest beauty trends shown during last week’s fashion show.

Pink Eyeshadow: Pink eye shadow was one of the hottest beauty trends during New York Fashion Week. Models wore bright pink eye shadow on their eyelids and kept the rest of their makeup simple. If you want to try wearing pink eye shadow, avoid applying it to your bottom lash lines; doing so can make you appear sick. Also, avoid wearing pink blush and pink lipstick with this look; all the pink can look overpowering. Try the pink shades from our 120 Color Eyeshadow Palette 5th Edition! You will definitely find the right pink to work with.

Blue Eyeshadow: We saw blue eyeshadow at Kate Spade’s runway show and many more, which was a wonderful surprise! Blue eyeshadow usually has a bad rep, but we’re happy it’s coming back strong for next year. Try mixing dark and light blue eyeshadows, or create a smoky eye look with navy blue. We’re also seeing blue eyeshadow worn by celebs like Selena Gomez.  Take a look at our Smoky Eye Palette for a variety of blues!

Nail Art: Nail art is definitely all the rage right now. During New York Fashion Week, models strutted down the runway with all sorts of funky designs on their nails. Polka dots, graphic prints, geometric tips and flowers were just some of the nail designs featured at the show. These nail art designs can be worn on women of all ages and will look very trendy and cute.

Pin Straight Tresses: Pin straight tresses are definitely very in right now. Several models wore their hair very straight as they walked down the runway. Very straight hair can give you a very sleek and sophisticated look. If you naturally have pretty wavy hair, it might take 40 to 60 minutes to get your hair pin straight. After you have dried your hair with a blow dryer and round brush, separate your hair into four sections and begin straightening each 2-inch strand with your flat iron.

Don’t hesitate to try all four of these beauty trends out!

A smoky eye is one of the most iconic makeup techniques. It can transform your look from plain to pretty, from simple to sultry. But simply doing the same smoky eye over and over can get boring and predictable! You want to stand out from the rest, don’t you? Spice up your style with the following techniques for your smoky eye:

Draw a Cat Eye
Thanks to celebrity icons like Adele and Amy Winehouse, cat eyes are currently all the rage in fashion. Drawing a cat eye with eyeliner can really pump up the drama of your usual smoky eye look. Try using our Liquid Eyeliner for dark, precise lines. Depending on your personal style, your cat eye can be long and thick or skinny and subtle. No matter how you draw it, it will transform your look from ordinary to extraordinary.

Change the Colors
Gray, black and brown tones are not the only colors you can use to make a smoky eye. Purples, blues, and greens can be used to create the perfect smoky eye look. If you want to try a different color on your lids, make sure you choose tones that are of varying hues, ranging from light to dark. Our 28 Color Smoky Eye Palette has a color combination that can be used for a traditional or colored smoky eyes.

Add Fun Accents
Try adding your own personality to your smoky eye style! A conservative dash of glitter can show off your fun side and make your eyes really pop when caught in the light. Additionally, adding metallic colors to strategic points on your eye, like under your brow line or in the crease of your eye, can be a subtle way to highlight your eyes. Shiny colors in these areas can brighten your eyes, making you look younger and night-ready in an instant.

Your eyelids are like a canvas, and you can paint them however you want. Making these small changes to your usual smoky eye look can send your beauty off the charts, and will ensure you stand out in the crowd.

Nikki Reed Look 1:

Eyes: A little bit can go a long way with this classic and soft eye look. Take our 28 Color Smoky Eye Palette and use the neutral cream shade on your lids for a smoother and brighter appearance. Then, line the eyes with a matte black shadow.

Cheeks: Use a natural, rosy-toned blush and lightly dust on the apples of the cheeks using our Angled Blush Brush. This shade can be found in the 10 Color Professional Blush Palette.

Lips: Her lips are very matte and natural. Try using the Lip Liner in Earth to fill in the lips and achieve the light earthy tone.

Nikki Reed Look 2 (doesn’t she look like Keira Knightley here?):

Eyes: This romantic look is perfect for a dinner party or date without doing too much. Line the eyes with a black shadow from the 28 Color Smoky Eye Palette and blend out with the golden sparkly shade around the contours of the eyes. For a little more intensity, line the waterline of the eyes with the Waterproof Eye Liner in Onyx.

Cheeks: On the cheeks, you see a very subtle glow which can be easily achieved by applying a little bit of bronzer to your cheek bones. For Nikki’s complexion, we recommend using our Bronzing Powder in Matte Bronze.

Lips: On the lips, apply a neutral shimmer gloss, such as the Lip Gloss in Office Queen to complete this look with light glimmer.

Let me know in the comments below which celebs makeup you love!

Sincerely,

Julia

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