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Have you ever wondered why celebrities seem to look gorgeous no matter where they are and no matter what the moment? Are they prettier than the rest of us so it’s easy for them? Not at all – they are just smarter about what their makeup bag holds. Read on for makeup bag secrets of the celebrities.

Celebrities will tell you having their makeup at their fingertips is their number one priority and it should be for every woman. That’s not to say you have to pack around 50 pounds of makeup. Just a tube of lipstick can do a lot to freshen your face. Actresses like Sandra Bullock, Jennifer Anniston, or Angelina Jole will all tell you that the ultimate makeup bag is really no secret at all.

You can buy fashionable and trendy makeup bags ranging in size from compact to purse size so even your makeup back can make a fashion statement. But lets face it. It’s what we put in it the makeup bag that really counts. And why is it no matter what size your makeup bag is, it seems to be too small or the makeup you most need at the moment doesn’t appear to have made it into the bag? It’s time solve that problem by putting together the makeup bag of the celebrities with all their secrets.

Your makeup bag is really a matter of your personal taste. Choose one that grabs your attention, fits your personality and fits your purse. There’s no sense buying a huge makeup bag when you pack a tiny purse. You can buy discount bags for as little as $5.00 or designer makeup bags for as much as $100.00.The Celebrity makeup bag is based on the assumption that your makeup bag is small to medium in size. For those that have a tinier bag you’ll have to choose which items to remove. For those packing a large bag, add all the extras that will fit.

The celebrities tell us the most important thing you need to put in your bag is a small double sided compact mirror. You can purchase a nice size travel mirror complete with protective cover for around $5.00

The next most important tool for the celebrities are the makeup brushes. Make sure you have a blush and eyeshadow brush in your bag. Or you can purchase a compact set of miniature brushed for around $10.00. That will ensure you’ll have every brush you need.

Now to the makeup. Jennifer Aniston says your foundation or powder is the absolute most essential makeup bag requirement. If the original container is too large, then purchase a compact bottle or transfer some to an after market container that seals well.

Angela Jole won’t leave home without her favorite lipstick. Pick only one or your bags going to get full too fast. Remember your building a compact version of your real makeup case. You can add a lip gloss if you like.

Eyeshadow is also a must have for touchup. Choose a palette of colors you can wear or use anytime. There is no good way to pack a variety of colors, so it’s best to choose your most reliable colors. And for heavens sake don’t’ forget to add mascara and eyeliner.

According to the stars you also need to make sure you have your blush. Now this can be a bit trickier because the containers are a bit big. Best to look for a flat compact style blush.

To keep you fresh, you can also add some prepackaged facial cleansing cloths, a travel toothbrush and toothpaste, and a travel size deodorant.

That’s it, you know now the makeup bag secrets of the celebrities . All the basics, to get you through the day and have you looking gorgeous. So what was the big secret?

If you’ve always wanted to try a sexy and illustrious smoky eye but have not yet been brave enough to do so, now’s the time to give it a go! A smoky eye is a wonderful addition to your makeup repertoire, adding a touch of drama for a special event or a night out. Creating a smoky eye effect is a lot easier than you’d think… Let’s begin!

Firstly, apply a dependable base to the lid of your eye, like Bare Escentuals Prime Time Eyelid Primer – this gives the eye makeup something to adhere itself to. A primer is such an important step in creating the smoky eye because it will keep the makeup smudged and beautiful, and will help prevent it running. For a traditional smoky eye, choose a grey or a dark brown colour. One superb choice for an uncomplicated smoky eye is the Jemma kidd Eye Wardrobe Quartet in Grey . This dark charcoal coloured eye makeup is exactly what you are looking for in a smoky eye!

As soon as you have applied the primer, use the Shiseido Smoothing Eyeliner Pencil to apply black eyeliner to the upper and lower lash line. Once you’ve done that, apply charcoal eyeshadow across your entire eyelid. Apply a beige or neutral colour to the brow bone and blend downwards into the charcoal grey. Now comes the fun part! The defining characteristic of the smoky eye is a smudged effect. To achieve this smuged effect, take a clean cottonbud and and smudge the eyeliner on your lower lash line. This should look very natural, yet sexy and messy at the same time. You can also go a step further and apply some of the charcoal eyeshadow with a contour brush to the lower lash line for a more dramatic smoky look.

The next step is to curl your eyelashes, and apply several coats of Lancome Virtuose Mascara . Curling your eyelashes will help to complete the look. It is essential to apply a volumizing or lengthening mascara to make a difference in bringing out the final smoky eye.

But we’re not done yet! To complete the look, it is so important to groom your eyebrows as a frame for the eye makeup. Use a clean contour brush to lightly apply an eyeshadow shade that matches your hair colour. A small amount of eyeshadow is all that’s needed – apply to your brows and comb them into place. This will work to complete and finish your polished look of a gorgeous smoky eye.

The smoky eye look isn’t just for a glam night out, it works with other shades of eyeshadow too. If you feel that the dramatic smoky eye is too dark for the workplace, then why not use something more subtle, like gold or lavender, to create a smoky eye for every day wear? The options are endless…

Many women do not buy the right brushes because they think it is not necessary. The tiny applicators inside the shadow and blush containers are convenient for touch ups, but they will not produce as natural and blended a look as good quality brushes you purchase separately. Quality brushes will last for years, and you will never regret the investment.

Professional quality brushes and applicators are easy to find in most department stores. Buy a set or you can purchase individual brushes as you can afford them. Packaged as a set brushes are usually less expensive than buying each separately.

The following are some basic brushes you need to know;

Under-eye Brush

An under-eye brush is like a thin, flat paintbrush about ¼ inches (5mm) wide, and is used to apply concealer or coverstick to dark under-eye circles or lines around the mouth. It is also wonderful for highlighting cheek bones. I like to have two of these brushes so I can use the second one to ’smudge’ eyeliner and soften its effect. Ideally, this brush should be made of natural, resilient sable.

Eye Contour Brush

This angle brush is very useful because it gives you so much control in the placement of your shadow. Your ‘angle’ brush looks like an under-eye brush that has been sliced diagonally. The shape of the brush is great for fanning shadow along the orbital bone. Here, sable is best, to give the brush substance.

Brow and Lash brush

One side of this handy tool looks like a thin, stiff toothbrush, the other like a tiny comb. Use the brush to groom and shape your eyebrows, and use the comb to gently separate your lashes after applying mascara.

Lipstick Brush

You will become an expert painter when you use this flat, narrow brush to line your lips and apply lipstick. No lopsided lips for you. Sable is essential for your lipstick brush because it is still enough to spread the colour and hold its shape for maximum control. I find it is compact, retractable type because you can carry it in your handbag for touch ups.

Contour BrushThe contour brush looks like a blusher brush that has been cute straight across the top. The flat, stubby shape is great for removing excess blusher, blending the edges of your blusher or eyeshadow, or for contouring.

Fan Brush

You will have fun with this thin, soft, fan-shaped brush. Because of the softness of its hair it provides a light application of any powder product. It is ideal for gently removing excess loose powder, for applying iridescent powder at night, or for applying a touch of bright blusher when you want the application to be very light. Turned sideways, it can be used to ‘hollow’ your cheekbones with a contour powder.

Remember to wash your brushes periodically in mild detergent then remove excess water with a towel. Do not soak them or the wooden handles will crack. Smooth and shape the hairs on the brushes and lay your damp brushes flat on a towel to dry.