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Looking for an EASY smokey eye tutorial for beginners so you can master this sexy look once and for all? We’ve got you covered. We’ve rounded up 6 fabulous step-by-step makeup videos to teach you the basics. Whether you have brown, blue, or green eyes, like natural shades, prefer something dark or dramatic, or want something in between (think: GOLD!), we’ve got heaps of tips to teach you how to get the perfect smokey eye every single time.

6 Smokey Eye Tutorials and Tips We Love

$Whether you want to learn how to shape your eyebrows with tweezers, with a razor, with wax, with makeup, or a combination of all 4, you've come to the right place. Perfect for beginners, this collection of DIY step-by-step tutorials will teach you how to shape and groom your eyebrows at home so you can sport fabulous brows at a fraction of the price.$

5 tutorials to teach you how to shape & groom your eyebrows

If you want to know how to contour your face correctly, but don't know what products to use, what makeup brushes work best, and what makeup application techniques will give you the most definition for your cheekbones, we've got you covered. This easy step-by-step video for beginners will teach you how to transform the shape of your round, rosy cheeks for a more defined and sexy look using only one product and one makeup brush. Seriously. This is one makeup tutorial you DON'T want to miss!

How to Contour Your Face Correctly: A Step-By-Step Guide

Whether you're trying to learn how to apply eyeliner properly to your top lid, bottom lash line, or your waterline, have small eyes, asian eyes, or really big eyes, prefer pencil, liquid, or gel eyeliners, we've got you covered. We're founded up 7 fabulous step-by-step tutorials to teach you all sorts of makeup tips, tricks, and application techniques, and we've also included a few fabulous product recommendations.

7 fantastic tutorials to teach you how to apply eyeliner properly

From pencil to liquid to gel, this roundup of the best eyeliner for your waterline will help you find the perfect pick for your eyes. They won’t run, they won’t smudge, and they'll last all day! We've included drugstore brands as well as more expensive options, basics for beginners, products for a more dramatic look, and great waterproof eyeliners we can't live without.

The Best Eyeliner for Your Waterline: Top 10 Picks of 2016

On the hunt for tutorials to teach you how to make your nose look smaller without getting a nose job? We've got you covered! All you need is a little contour and highlight as well as the right brushes and makeup application techniques, and you can make your nose (and face!) look thinner in no time. This tutorial dishes the best beauty tips of my favorite makeup artist and will transform the shape of your nose instantly. Who says learning how to contour your nose needs to be complicated?!

How to contour your nose properly

When it comes to makeup and beauty tips, we're often inundated with information, which can lead us to question everything. Are we applying foundation properly, is it the right shade for our skin tone, and are we using the right eyeshadow for blue eyes? There's a lot to know, and mistakes are inevitable, but it's amazing what a few alterations to your beauty and skin care routine can make to your overall appearance. Check out 7 beauty mistakes you didn't know you were making and learn how to fix them once and for all!

7 Beauty Mistakes You Didn’t Know You Were Making (and How to Fix Them)

Makeup brushes 101

Drugstore makeup is my saving grace. There are so many affordable makeup products that do just as good a job as their high-priced counterparts, and I love finding a bargain. From the best foundation, concealer, and contouring products to eyeshadow, eyeliner, and mascara must-haves, we've rounded up 15 of our favorite drug-store picks. These products make a great starter kit for beginners, and we've included a link to our top 10 best oily foundations for oily skin. What's in YOUR makeup bag?!

Beauty on a Budget: 15 Drugstore Makeup Must-Haves Under $30

Along with the more typical spring hair and makeup trends, like light, dewy skin and tousled tresses, there are always a few new ones that wedge their way in. Cobalt blue liner was huge on the runways, along with new twists on the classic French manicure. And don’t forget the hair! Accessories are big again, from simple black headbands to ornate barrettes, and bangs have definitely made their comeback. Here are 5 of our favorite spring 2016 trends we can't wait to try!

Spring 2016 Trends: 5 Hair and Makeup Ideas We Love

Winter weight gain got you down? No worries! This collection of tutorials will teach you how to contour your face PROPERLY so you can fool the world into thinking your face is thinner than it really is. Make sure to watch tutorial #4 to learn how to contour and highlight in only one minute!

5 tutorials to teach you how to contour your face properly

A good gym sesh doesn’t come without some hard earned sweat, but when you don't have time for a complete post-workout makeover, it can be a bit of a bummer. Thankfully, there are heaps of fabulous beauty products that can fool the world into thinking you spent your lunch break at the salon instead of sweating it out in a hot yoga class, and we're dishing on our top gym bag essentials to keep you looking gorgeous all day!

Gym Bag Essentials: 5 Beauty Products We Can’t Live Without

A bold red lip and eye-popping mascara are musts for a lavish Valentine’s date. And when it comes to nails, I love a deep, dark hue. Shimmering eye shadow is a nice touch and if you want a subtler look, a blush pink lip-stain is the way to go. Check out 5 of our favorite valentines makeup picks to make you look your best this valentines day!

5 Valentines Makeup Picks We’re Falling For

Like most I know people, I have high hopes to make next year my healthiest one yet. I am committed to eating healthier foods, working out more, losing weight, and increasing the amount of sleep I get each night, but one of my biggest takeaways from 2015 is that I am a much better mother and wife not only when I feel my best, but when I look my best as well. Here are 4 of my favorite beauty tips from 2015 to help make me (and you!) look fabulous year-round!

Best Beauty Tips of 2015

A nicely colored lip has the power to be your facial statement piece, and you can match it with your outfit or contrast it for a more effective eye-popping look. So whether you wear it on the daily, or save it for special occasions, check out the 5 best lipsticks for winter to add to your collection!

The 5 Best Lipsticks for Winter

Want to learn how to get flawless makeup in 5 minutes or less? We've got you covered! We've rounded up 5 tutorials that are loaded with fabulous DIY application tips and product recommendations to teach you how to apply foundation, eyeliner, eyeshadow, and blush in a flash while still leaving you time to draw in your eyebrows. The looks in these videos are very natural, so they work for brown eyes, blue eyes, and green eyes, and are perfect for blondes, brunettes, and red heads.

5 tutorials to teach you how to apply flawless makeup in 5 minutes or less

Eyes are the focal point of the face, so if your eyes look tired, you can be sure your whole face does, too. So wake up, greet the day, grab a coffee, and learn how to get brighter eyes in 5 easy steps.

How to Get Brighter Eyes in 5 Easy Steps

Love the look of sexy, smokey eyes, but don't feel confident enough to try it out yourself? No worries! This list of 8 helpful tips will teach you how to get the perfect smokey eye without hiring a professional make-up artist. Seriously.

8 tips to teach you how to get perfect smokey eyes

If you paint your nails at home on the regular, and want to learn how to prevent nail polish from chipping, this collection of tips is for you. From the best techniques, base coat, and nail products, we're dishing all of our secrets for beautiful nails every single time.

7 helpful tips to prevent nail polish from chipping

From primer, foundation, and concealer, to eyeshadow, eyeliner, brows, and lashes, this collection of makeup tips will teach you how to apply makeup PROPERLY. With 8 fabulous step-by-step tutorials, we're sharing the best techniques for a natural look that's perfect for brown, green, and blue eyes. These videos are loaded with simple beauty and makeup tips for beginners as well as fabulous product recommendations for a natural, glowing look.

8 tutorials to teach you how to apply make-up like a pro

If you're looking for drugstore beauty hauls to keep your skin glowing, hair healthy, nails stylish, and bank account content, this collection of drugstore beauty products for fall is for you!

5 Drugstore Beauty Buys for Fall