get this bold eye look from DWTS

Mar 29, 2012

at stila, we love DWTS.  follow their facebook makeup page and learn tips for creating beautiful, dance-worthy looks.  we especially love this eyeliner look on maria:



what was used to create this bold line?  our smudge pot!  try it on yourself.  we recommend the #4 brush for a thicker line.  if you prefer a thinner line, try the #28 brush.  good luck!!  xoxo, stila

TWO for TUESDAYS!

Mar 13, 2012


happy tuesday stila fans.  are you excited for today's giveaway?  we are!  one lucky person will win a brown smudge pot and a #28 brush.  use these tools for the perfect tight-lined eye or a nice soft smokey brown eye.  either way, you're sure to turn heads.  enter now to win, and "like" this giveaway to share it with your friends.


comment and tell us how you use your smudge pot.  please include your email address.



***contest ends at midnight tonight.  winner must live in the continental united states.  xoxo, stila

2 tips for perfect eye makeup!

Jun 2, 2011

 
our very own sarah lucero recently shared her eye makeup tricks with "allure". we loved her pro tips so much that we wanted to share them with you. try them the next time you are doing your makeup.

  • “when you’re using liquid eyeliner, draw little dots along the lash line and then connect the dots. it makes drawing a straight line easier.”

  • “use eyeliner to make your lashes look fuller by drawing tiny marks in between the lashes with a pencil.”




***thanks for the tips sarah!!!

pro artist tip of the week – how to use sparkle waterproof liquid eyeliners

Apr 11, 2011

add some sparkle to your life with stila’s new sparkle waterproof liquid eyeliners. they are the perfect summer product, providing a mixture of beauty and happiness at the same time. we love them. and guess what? they are easy-to-use and very multi-functional. here are some suggestions to help you get started.

-remember to always shake the product first before you open. this ensures that you will have the most pigment per use.

-for a basic eyeliner look, trace your lash line with the applicator. if you are right-handed, use left to right strokes. if you are left-handed, use right to left strokes.

-want to try a cat eye? wing up at the second to last lash. sometimes this look is easier to create after you have applied mascara.

-don’t be afraid to go bold and paint the color all over your lid for a colorful eye look that will stay all day. you can sheer out the product for less color or build for more drama.

-we love expressing our individuality with these liners. you can too. try lining one color on the bottom lash line and another shade on the top lash line.

-lastly, make sure you keep your eyes closed while the product dries! once it sets, it’s not moving :)

pro artist tip of the week – how to apply eyeliner

Dec 6, 2010

as makeup artists at stila, we are accustomed to getting compliments on our own makeup.  “i like that lip color you are wearing.”  “your eye shadow looks pretty.”  “i love how you applied your eyeliner.”  too often, however, these compliments seem to be followed with a statement that sounds something like this -  “i could never do that on myself though.”  at stila, we want to minimize these feelings  – even if it means stepping out of your comfort zone a little bit.  after all, that is what makeup is about!  and from our research, we realize that many women feel "uncomfortable" about applying eyeliner.  whether you struggle with technique, choosing the right product, or do not line your eyes at all, we are here to help. we hope that, instead of opting out completely or neglecting a new trend, you will consider implementing these helpful tips.

when in doubt, smudge.  it’s always good to have definition at the lash line, and if you are hesitant about the outcome of your eyeliner, just smudge.  this trick results in perfection every time.

for the thinnest line, use a liquid.  trust us on this one.  

line up at the second to last lash.  if you follow your natural lash line completely, your eyes might look droopy.  instead, extending the line up and out will visually open and extend the shape of your eyes.  blend for a more natural look or wing the line to create a sultry cat eye.

we like long wearing eye products.  why?  the eyes take more abuse then we realize.  if you want your makeup to last, a long wearing product is the way to go.  try smudge stick eye liners, smudge pots, or stay all day liquid eyeliner for the best results.

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