The Eye Makeup Essential: Q-Tips® Precision Tips®.

There are plenty of things I use day in and day out when applying my makeup. One such item that is actually pretty new to my routine is super handy, and I know you will agree once you try it yourself. I am talking about the new Q-Tips® Precision Tips® Cotton Swabs.

We all know handy a cotton swab is, but these new cotton swabs with the new Precision Tips® are even more handy. The tapered tip helps get closer to the eye to really become an essential tool.

Here are a few ways I am using my new Q-Tips® Precision Tips® on my eyes.

Eye Liner Blending
I like to soften up and smoke out my liner, especially underneath my eye. After using an eye liner pencil, I use the tip to soften and blend the liner. If I really want to soften the look, I dip the tip into a light shadow of eye shadow to soften and smudge at the same time.

Eye Shadow Crease Brush
Yes, I the Precision Tips® like a crease brush to create a dark crease shade on my lid. The tips make it simple and easy to add a dark shade right into the eye crease, and is often easier to handle than a long brush.

Remove Eye Makeup
Of course, I am not only using the Q-Tips® Precision Tips® in helping apply my makeup, these beauties are essential when removing eye makeup too. No matter how careful I am to remove all of my eye makeup, there always seems to be a small amount of liner left over underneath my eye. I usually still have enough of my eye makeup remover cleanser still on the eye, so a simple swipe of the tip removes every last trace for me.

Look for the new Q-Tips® Precision Tips® Cotton Swabs at your grocery, drug, or mass retail store now. A box sells for $3.50 or less.

How To Get a Flirty Valentine’s Day Look.

Need some Valentine’s Day beauty inspiration? Whether you are single or attached this year, FLIRT! has got the look for you. The experts at FLIRT! created two beauty looks for whatever your Valentine’s Day plans this year.

First you have to ask yourself - are you single or attached? FLIRT! gives a guide on how to get a fun look either way - and personally, I wouldn't be afraid to try the single gal look, even though I have been attached for 23 years as of tomorrow, when my husband and I got engaged. He was so excited he actually gave me the ring earlier than planned - the day before Valentines day!

Here are the looks:

SINGLE FLIRT!

Eyes: First, apply Dreamy Eyes Eyeshadow in Gold Envy from lash line to brow bone as your shimmering gold base. To create depth, apply Dreamy Eyes Eyeshadow in Chocoholic to crease. Bring everything together with a little liner; opt for Look of Love Eye Pencil in Brownie Points on the upper and lower lashline. To finish the eyes sweep lashes with All that Lash Mascara in Kickin’ Brown.


Cheeks: For a flirty glow, dust the apples of cheeks with Peek-A-Blush Sheer Powder Cheek Color in Dapple Apple.


Lips: Finish this look off with a bang! Sexy red lips will catch any man’s attention! For seductive lips, try High Wattage Intense & Creamy Lipcolor in Fling, a deep rich red. Remember to line your lips first to have the product stay put. Try Draw Attention Lip Pencil in Cherry Pie.

ATTACHED FLIRT!

Eyes: First apply Dreamy Eyes Eyeshadow in Peach Champagne from lashline to browbone as the base. Next, take Dreamy Eyes Eyeshadow in Gypsy Nights and apply it into the crease for some added shimmer and shine. For additional drama, add a swipe of Opening Line Liquid Liner in Ebony Edge to the top lashline only. Wing out the liner to add a feathery effect. Flirty lashes complete your eye look. All that Lash Mascara in Kickin’Black gives you super pumped up, over-the-top volumized lashes.


Cheeks: Create a “flushed” look the cheeks that’s very sexy and romantic. Dust the apples of the cheeks with Peek-A-Blush Sheer Powder Cheek Color in Crazy in Love.


Lips: To finish this look, go for a pinky-nude lip. First, apply Chickstick Smooth and Shiny Lipcolor and Sizzle. Top with Squeeze Me Sheer and Shiny Lipcolorin Candy Grapefruit for a shiny finish.

For a special Valentine’s Day tutorial featuring both looks, check out “How To Get a Flirty Valentine’s Day Look”on the FLIRT! YouTube Channel.