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from www.Glamour.com

by Baze Mpinja

There’s no such thing as a magic wand that can instantly take your look from day to night, but the extra-pretty date makeup looks here are the next best thing—they’re that easy.

Go for major lash drama.

Sometimes size does matter—when we’re talking about lashes, of course. Long mega-thick ones make any woman look instantly sexier, as Miley Cyrus proves. To apply false lashes, don’t look straight into the mirror. Put a makeup mirror on a table instead so that you’re looking down on it. “You’ll be able to see what you’re doing, and the strip will land right on the lash line,” says celebrity makeup artist Mai Quynh.

Another option: Just pile on mascara.

To add thickness to skimpy lashes, lightly dust them with translucent powder before applying two coats of mascara. They’ll look almost fake (in a good way). To avoid a tarantula lash situation, declump with a lash comb. Balance out intense eyes with sheer, neutral blush and gloss.

Try a blue-bronze combo.

Next time your BlackBerry buzzes with a last-minute invite, try this quick makeup duo. It’s gorgeous on Gabrielle Union, and it’ll look amazing on you, too (really!). Grab a shimmery navy eyeshadow and use a brush to sweep it on from your lash line to just above the crease. Feeling daring? Use your finger to blend it all the way up underneath your eyebrow. Finish with two coats of mascara. Next up, your cheeks: Dust gold-flecked bronzer over the apples of your cheeks with a big fluffy brush, blending out toward your temples. Apply a bronzy lip gloss and—presto—you’re gorgeous.

Go for the old-Hollywood vibe.

Starlets from the 1950s (and the cast of Mad Men) would surely approve of Scarlett Johansson’s stunning retro makeup. For her eyes, sharpen a black eyeliner pencil, then tap the tip with your finger before you start—you don’t want it to be too pointy. Apply the pencil along your lash line, sticking close to the roots and extend it out a quarter inch. Raise your eyebrows while lining to stretch your lid and get a smoother effect. Layer liquid liner on top for staying power and more intensity. To add a fresh twist to this classic look, try an orangey-red lipstick. Apply it with a tiny lip brush for precision. And don’t forget to bring your tube along for touch-ups. Faded red lipstick can look like a Kool-Aid stain—not so sexy.

Or go for the old-Hollywood makeup remix.

If you like Scarlett’s winged-out liner but are shy about trying flaming red lips, don’t press the panic button. Take a cue from Beyoncé and go with nude gloss instead. Look for a lip color with a hint of pink or peach in it—it’ll keep you from looking like an extra on C.S.I. To avoid goopiness, dot some gloss in the center of your lip, then blend it out with a lip brush.

Embrace pink for a day-date.

Meeting a cutie for brunch? A bit of soft pink blush and matching lipstick give an I’m-not-trying-too-hard vibe but still look pretty. For an allover flush like Jessica Biel’s, dab a rosy cream blush onto cheeks and lips with your finger. Build up the color till you’ve got the intensity you want, then add a little lip balm to your lips for shine. Curl your bare lashes, then be sure to bat them like crazy—you don’t need mascara to do that!

Glam up pink at night.

Your everyday rosy blush and lipstick go from sweet to sexy when you play up your eyes like Kristen Bell. Dust loose shimmer powder over your lids and add a bit to the inner corner of your eyes with your finger—it’s a quick look-awake trick. Rim your upper lash line with jet-black liner, then do two coats of mascara. Want to switch it up? Trade your pinks for coral blush and gloss.

Love the smoky eye look? Try swapping black for blue.

If you think smoky eyes can only be done with charcoal shadow, fuggedaboudit. Trendy peacock colors like blue, green and purple are a fresh way to make your eyes pop. Exhibit A: Jessica Szohr’s cobalt liner. Have only one minute? Simply rim your top and bottom lash lines with a soft pencil, then smudge with a cotton swab. “That gives the effect of smoky eyes, but it’s easier and faster,” says Quynh.

Do one bright thing with your makeup.

Playful makeup on a date: It’s a Do! Just don’t go overboard with bright color. When wearing a bold lip shade like Maggie Gyllenhaal’s, try earthy blush and eyeshadow. You’ll look polished without heading into overdone newscaster territory. To pull off intense lipstick during the day (yes, you can wear it to work!), tap it on with your finger and leave the rest of your face bare.

Team 1: Meleesa and Ashley

Challenge: Lee

It is impossible to say enough good things about Meleesa and the salon, or should I say “community” that she has created.  I have been a client of Meleesa’s for many years now and up until recently I have never been brave enough to take risks with my hairstyle.  One of the best things about my experiences at Meleesa is that no matter how much or how little I choose to do for a haircut I always leave there feeling stylish.

When Melessa told me about the makeover challenge I was so excited.  It was time to try something completely out of my comfort zone.  I put my trust into the hands of Melessa and Ashley and the results…FABULOUS!  My new look gets me compliments on a daily basis and I am so glad that I let them work their magic because it was a success and I have bangs for the first time in my life!

On a personal note, I just love going into the salon.  Everyone is so friendly and it does feel like a true neighborhood small business with big city style.  I wouldn’t go anywhere else!  Lee Ann Salkowitz

Team 2: Veruska

Challenge : Betsy

Team 3: Adrienne and Jess

Challenge: Parissa

I am so thankful to know all of the gals at Meleesa The Salon! These girls are talented artists and stylists who have so much passion for what they do! I have been going to Meleesa The Salon for about a year and am always recommending it to friends and family! A little over a year and a half ago I had to make a choice to better my life, my health, and my overall being. So, what did I do? I ran out and bought a pair of running shoes and started walking and then running by the beach.I needed to be the best Parissa I could be. I also took control of my eating habits and focused on foods that would help me and not hurt me. With time it paid off and shortly there after I met the sweet girls at Meleesa The Salon. Going to Meleesa’s was such a perk and reward. Each time I left the salon, I left with a smile. I truly began to get my spring back in my step. Everyone who leaves the salon leaves with a smile!!! I have personally observed this.
People on the streets would notice the smile and true happiness on my face and say hello and compliment my looks. I felt so good, like a princess! It helped to bring the encouragment in my life that I so needed.  When Adrienne and Jessica approached me about the makeover challenge I was super thrilled! I love a challenge and this was yet another chance to experience something amazing! I went home and danced around my living room and couldn’t believe that I had been selected. Adrienne and Jessica who I like to call “Team Awesome” did just that! They are two awesome artists who have hearts of gold! Their time, dedication, and collaborative efforts produced what you see in my after photo. If there is someone that has truly been touched by this makeover challenge, I would say it is me. Thanks Adrienne and Jessica for making a difference in my life and for bringing back the smile on my face. By the way, can I say it was sooo much fun doing the hair, make up, tan, and photos!!! Wow! What an experience! If I could, I’d do it again and I’d want it the exact same way!  I wouldn’t change a thing

Photography: www.jimkennedyphotographers.com

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Best Rosy Cheeks

Christina Hendricks’s look, created by Vanessa Scali, was a study in contrasts: shiny strawberry lips paired with bare eyes, sheer stained cheeks on top of matte alabaster skin. To fake that natural flush, Scali used shu uemura Satin Radiant Blush Stick, which contains tiny particles of pearl for barely-there shimmer. The overall result? Ultra-feminine and timelessly appealing.

Best Frosty Lips

Bohemian Kate Hudson is not one to layer on the makeup, but that doesn’t mean she can’t rock it out when she needs to. “Golden Globes makeup is all about the dress,” said her makeup artist, Leslie Lopez. “When I saw Kate in her gorgeous white dress, I knew we had to go for sophisticated, pretty, and Grace Kelly-inspired look.” The key to those radiant lips? Chanel Aqualumiere Sheer Colour Lipshine in Malta. “It’s the perfect sheer and subtle peach,” says Lopez.

Best Colored Shadow

Shots of color on the eyes always feels like a bold move, but not when you choose a soft and subtle lavender shade like Emily Blunt. “Emily wore a pink frilly dress, so we wanted the makeup to be beautiful, soft and feminine,” says Dior makeup artist Jenn Streicher, who created the look. The makeup artist blended aubergine and silvery shadows around the star’s eyes, followed with black mascara, and kept the lips a glossy, barely-there pink.

Best Pink Lipstick

Pink lipstick can sometimes feel like an afterthought, but Olivia Wilde got the shade exactly right: A vivid peony hue with a satiny, opaque finish. (We also give extra points for earthy smoky eyes, and a glam ‘70s-inspired ponytail.)

Best Classic Look

Drew Barrymore is the ultimate beauty chameleon—raspberry lips, sooty eyes, black tips, anyone? But this look created by makeup artist Debra Ferullo was clean, precise, and every bit as striking as even her wildest risks. “I chose to keep the eye fairly bare because the dress was such a statement—I didn’t want to throw the look over-the-top,” said Ferullo. As for that gorgeous lip, Ferullo used Dior Addict Lipstick in Hollywood Rose. “I felt like Drew could handle that punch of color,” she said. As for us, well, we love the understated sophistication of minimal eye makeup, fresh porcelain skin, and silky, rosy lips.

Best Headband

A style as adorable as January Jones’s is all about the prep-work. “I started by applying a small amount of Moroccanoil Treatment to January’s damp hair before blow-drying with a roundbrush,” said her stylist, Mark Townsend. “It gives the hair an amazing shine and finish.” He then gathered the hair into a French twist, pinned it in place, and finished with a wide satin headband. “I thought it added a chic, modern touch,” says Townsend. We couldn’t agree more.

Best Waves

We can’t help it. We will never, ever, ever get sick of Julia Roberts’s beachy blond waves. We love the pairing of a strict center part with piecey, bohemian curls. The overall effect? A look that’s free-spirited, coolly confident, and entirely covetable.

Best Fake-out Style

Sandra Bullock is having a long hair moment, but you wouldn’t know it from this chin-length look created by Frederic Fekkai celebrity stylist Adir Abergel. We love the unexpected asymmetrical cluster, and the way a single daring tendril added a playful, girlish touch.

Best Jeweled Accessory

We’ll be honest—sometimes well-defined waves can feel too formal for our taste. Rose Byrne’s waves, created by John Frieda celebrity stylist Harry Josh, were one part crimp and one part curl, with equal portions of softness and shape. “I went for old school Hollywood style with a modern twist,” said Josh. “The shape and silouette are classic, but I roughed it up and loosened the waves to make the look less uptight.” The pin-straight part kept things from getting too unruly, and of course, her sparkly barrette was, ahem, icing on the cake.

Best Updo

Lea Michele has gorgeous raven hair—and tons of it. We love the way this low, textured updo, created by stylist Miok, showed-off that volume, rather than tucking it away. The off-the-neck cluster also showcased her sculpted cheeks and lush eyelashes; the deep side part added a retro twist.

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