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The Grown-Up’s Guide to Glitter

By Didi Gluck

Sparkle through the holidays with well-chosen glitter, gloss, and shimmer makeup.

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Gloss Makeup

On Top of a Deeper Gloss
If the thought of sheer gloss alone doesn’t say “dressy” to you, add drama by wearing it over a similarly toned but more opaque shade, suggests Robin Schoen, a New York City makeup artist. Basically, you’re creating an optical illusion (a 3-D–style contrast) that makes your lips look fuller. (A little glitter in that top gloss only enhances the effect.)

To buy: NYC New York Color Rose Lip Gloss in Peony Kiss, $3 at drugstores (pictured near right). Revlon Super Lustrous Lipgloss in Coral Reef, $7 at drugstores (pictured far right).

ROBIN FEATURED IN Shape Magazine!!

Solved! The answers to your biggest beauty questions: there's no need to go online, ask your friends, or call your mom. We turned to the pros for help demystifying makeup, skin care, and more!

Shape by Didi Gluck

Q What's the right way to apply eye shadow? I never know how many shades to use.

-KIM, 26, NEW YORK CITY

A The rule of thumb is to find a light and dark version of the same color; use the first as a "wash" all over your lid and the second as an "accent" in your crease. Play it safe with hues that match and enhance your eye color--or be bold and go for tones that contrast with your eyes. Robin Schoen, a New York City makeup artist, suggests applying shadow with a tapered makeup brush, since "bushier bristles can disperse the powder all over your lid." Try the ELF Cosmetics Eye Shadow Brush ($1; eyeslipsface.com).

BEHIND THE SCENES AT URBAN DECAY'S SPRING/SUMMER 2011 SHOOT!

VOGUE GIOIELLO/THIRTY YEARS OF GOLDEN DREAMS

BEHIND THE SCENES VIDEO!!! A fun glimpse into the whole creative process that led to all 4 covers. Please note...the makeup credit immediately following the video is incorrect. I definitely was the makeup artist that day : ) Enjoy!

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