How To: Do the hair and makeup for a Betty Boop Halloween costume
Boop-boop-be-doop indeed. In this vide you'll learn how to do really cute Betty Boop makeup and hair that will make your Betty Boop Halloween costume (or other costume, we don't discriminate) absolutely boopalicious. Note: your eyebrows will be halfway up your forehead.
How To: Create an exposed teeth makeup look for Halloween
This video is a step by step guide for creating exposed teeth makeup . This is loosely based on the Harvey Dent character from Batman: the Dark Knight.
How To: Tie a full windsor knot step-by-step
This video shows expert instructors tying a tie in the full Windsor knot. First you cross the wide end of the tie over the narrow end. After that you put the wide end up through the loop (behind the narrow end) and then you pull it through the tie. Next you cross the wide end behind the narrow end of the tie and then pull it back over the loop. Then you cross the wide end in front of the narrow end, go up the loop around your neck, and then down through the loop in the tie. You have now tied ...
How To: Tie the crochet braid knot
This is a tutorial on tying the knot for the crochet braid. Tying the knot is so second nature to me, that I am not very skilled when it comes to explaining how to do the procedure. That, I think, is very apparent in this video. I am kind of fumbling through this experiment and am not really quite sure I accomplished what I set out to do. I hope the one thing this video aids the viewers in is trusting yourself to trouble shoot the problem. Get creative with finding a solution, so that you can...
How To: Create a Simple Sexy Zombie Makeup Look for Halloween
Of all the things that go bump in the night, zombies are the most often neglected in popular culture. We've got more vampires than we'll need for a lifetime with the Twilight yuppies, True Blood hotties, and Vampire Diaries boys, and we've got werewolves intermixed with these vamps in the movies/shows, but zombies haven't been all that big until The Walking Dead came out. And let's face it—you don't see many good-looking zombies on there.
How To: Create a sexy and flirty ladybug look for Halloween
This lady sure won't bug you, or anyone who lays eyes on your adorable costume. With just the right about of cuteness and sexiness, this ladybug makeup look makes your skin glow with bright red lips and a flush right at the temples.
How To: Create a dark gothic makeup look
In this video, we learn how to create a dark gothic makeup look. First, apply a pale foundation and powder to the face to pale down your skin. After this, apply a black gel eyeliner all over the lid, flaring out the the side to make a winged shape. Then, apply on the bottom of the eye, smudging to make it darker and more obvious. Next, take a matte eyeshadow that is the same color as your skin, and brush it underneath your eyebrow to blend the black. After this, take a black sparkle shadow an...
How To: Style & Put Your Hair in a Bandana Retro Pin-Up Style
In order to create a pin-up Rosy the Riveter look with a bandana, you will need the following: hairspray, bobby pins, round brush, wax or smoothing cream, a bandana, and a curling iron. Once you've got all of that, follow along with Kandee Johnson's video guide below.
How To: Write a letter
It might seem easy to a few, but some of us out there grew up with email and consider "the letter" an artifact. However, writing a letter is the ultimate in class and shows someone you took the extra time to get in touch with them. Whether you are writing a business letter or a friendly letter, these tips will guide you in properly writing that letter to a special someone, friend, or client.
How To: Insert a Playtex Tampon
This is an uncomfortable subject: your period. But you don't want to be uncomfortable when protecting yourself. You shouldn't have to worry about cardboard applicators or crappy pads, so try Playtex tampons. This video tutorial from Playtex will show you how to insert a tampon.
How To: Make a Natural Marigold Cream
Hello! Today I would like to share the process of making your own natural marigold cream. The product does not contain any (artificial) chemical elements and therefore can be called natural. Step 1: Ingredients
How To: Give yourself a summer greek goddess hairstyle
Nothing evokes beauty and elegance like the Greek goddesses. To capture their spirit, watch this video and learn how to give yourself a gorgeous Greek goddess summer hairdo. This hairstyle is perfect for medium length hair. it's fun, easy, and cute!
How To: Create a Nutcracker makeup look for the holidays
If you've ever watched "The Nutcracker" before, then you know that one of the most whimsical and (physically) memorable characters of the ballet production is the King himself, the Nutcracker.
How To: Create a doll-inspired Tsubasa Hime Gyaru makeup look
The term "Gyaru" has an interesting lineage. Coming from the English word "gal," Gyaru denotes women in their teens and twenties who don't care too much about work and dress up trendy, and oftentimes like little girls.
How To: Do a burlesque / cabaret long wavy hairstyle
Burlesque is enjoying something of a boom in popularity in American cities, and with that burlesque hair will hopefully come back into fashion. Watch this video to learn how to give yourself a simple, elegant burlesque / cabaret hair style that will wow people.
How To: Make a latex facial prosthetic for Halloween
If you want to create the type of makeup look where the makeup IS the costume for Halloween, then look no further than this video. You'll be guided step by step through creating a facial prosthetic from latex. This prosthetic can be shaped any way you want to form rotting flesh for a zombie costume, scars and wounds, even bullet holes.
How To: Scrunch & style short hair for a sexy effortless look
In this video, we learn how to scrunch & style short hair for a sexy effortless look. Start off by spraying hairspray throughout your hair, around five sprays. After this, you will massage your scalp, bringing the hair into a curl and scrunch style. After this, repeat again with more hair spray and scrunching spray. Turn your hair upside down and then start to scrunch with your hands. Once you have finished your hair and have the desired curl that you wanted, then you will be finished! You ca...
How To: Tie a necktie into a bow tie
In this tutorial, we learn how to tie a necktie into a bow tie. First, place the tie around the neck so both sides are hanging down. Next, pull the thicker side up and the skinny side down. Then, cross both sides over and flip the large side over so it crosses above. Then, take the large side and flip it in, so it looks like the smaller side. Rill this up to the neck, then bring the other side around and tie it through the middle. Once you do this, pull the smaller side out and you will have ...
How To: Create a faux bois wood grain makeup look for Halloween
Are you going to be a tree for Halloween? It's not the most common or popular costume choice out there, but on the off chance that you are, check out this makeup tutorial for a curious faux bois (or imitation wood grain) makeup look.
How To: Thread a Brother LX-3125 compact sewing machine
The Brother LX-3125 is a basic compact, lightweight sewing machine great for home sewing projects. If you need some help threading this basic sewing machine, then this video will show you how it's done, and it will also show you how to wind the bobbin.
How To: Turn yourself into Twilight Edward Cullen with makeup
In this tutorial, learn how to turn your willing boyfriend, brother, roommate or buddy into a sexy Twilight vampire using makeup. This clip will walk your through everything you need to know to get this look. When you head to the cinema to watch the latest Twilight movie (like Eclipse) make sure you look the part. Celebrate in style with this pale, statuesque look from the Makeup Designory's Sean Conklin.
How To: Create a Princess Fiona from "Shrek" green makeup look
Are you totally blue that Shrek is leaving us after movie number 4? Well, why not turn that blue face into a big green one? Check out this tutorial and be the best looking ogre in the cinema.
How To: Do a long layered hair cut step by step
This video illustrate how to do long layered hair cut step by step. Here are the following steps:Step 1: First of all clean your hair and then take all your hair and hold them through a clip.Step 2: Now release a inch of your hair from the lower bottom and cut it.step 3: Now release the upper inch layer and cut it slightly above the lower most layer.Step 4: Similarly take the next layers and cut them so that each layer has sharp cutting and is differentiated easily.Step 5: Release hair on the...
How To: Get the Lucille Ball "I Love Lucy" hair look
Don't you just love Lucy? I know I do, especially that hair of hers. This video will show you exactly how to get that "I Love Lucy" signature hairstyle.
How To: Measure your bicep length
In this Beauty and Style category video tutorial you will learn how to measure your bicep length. The video is presented by Alazzo Clothing. The process is very easy and simple as you will find out after watching this video. For doing this, the person must be standing in upright position. Take the measuring tape and put it under the arm pit. Then you measure the width of the bicep at the top of the arm pit leaving room for one finger. In the video this is demonstrated using a mannequin. So, t...
How To: Make a toga out of a sheet fast and easy
Need a girl toga fast and easy for that crazy party coming up? This tutorial will show you how to make a toga quickly using common materials. Taking a bed sheet, you will need to open it and hold it lengthwise, folding it in two. Then, taking two pins, measure out the distance between two shoulders and secure the pins at two locations on the bed sheet which more or less will match up with the location of your shoulders. Then simply slip the toga over your head for a quick and simple outfit to...
How To: Create Snow White inspired hair
In this how-to, watch as the talented make-up & hair extraordinaire, Kandee Johnson recreates the hair of the classic Walt Disney princess character Snow White. If you're looking to try this look this Halloween or for your next costume party, be sure to search for the Snow White makeup tutorial hosted by... none other than Kandee Johnson!
How To: Curl your hair with paper bags and no heat
This tutorial will show you how to take something simple like brown paper bags and curl you hair with them.
How To: Identify Fake Ray-Ban Wayfarer Sunglasses
How can you tell if the pair of Ray-Ban Wayfarer sunglasses that you are about to buy online are not a fake? Follow these 9 simple steps to verify the authenticity of your purchase. Always ask the seller to use the youVerify app prior to purchase. It's Smarter Selling & Safer Shopping.
How To: Create a bright and fun Japanese Harajuku makeup look
"Harajuku" might sound slightly familiar to you - Gwen Stefani used the word to name her "Harajuku Girls" fashion and perfume line. But other than the cutesy little Japanese dancers she had during her tour and lots of bright clothing and makeup, what is a Harajuku girl exactly?
How To: Cut your own hair for African American men
Barbers can be expensive, especially if you have very short hair and need to go often. In this two part tutorial, learn how to buzz your own hair. Keyon takes you step by step through his grooming process and offers useful tips and tricks along the way.
How To: Make a messy bun
This video here is about making a messy hair bun. First the hair is drawn into a ponytail. Then, using a thick rubber-band, insert the the middle of the ponytail partially into the rubber-band so as to make a loop. Then spread the hair strands of this loop to make it look messy. Now from this spread loop, take bunches of strands and lift it slightly upwards and fix it using a hairpin. Fix the hairpins firmly so that they stay in the place. Spread out this bun from the middle. Curl up or tuck ...
How To: Fold a bandana for your back pocket
Fyeo shows a cool way to fold a bandanna. Naturally you start with a bandanna. Lay it out flat and fold it so you get a nice big triangle. Then, fold it one more time so you get a smaller triangle. You then fold it again. Not so the corners meet, but so that just a little is hanging off. Then you take the corner and fold it in and under. Take about five inches up and fold it under so that a tail is hanging out of your back pocket. Once you've completed this, place the bandanna in your pocket....
How To: Fix a Snagged Thread in Your Favorite Sweater
You just bought a new loose-knit sweater, slipped it on, and your ring, earring, smartwatch, or even your fingernail snagged a piece of thread yanking an entire loop loose in the fabric. It's happened to me more times than I can remember, and if you cut that eyesore away you're asking for trouble. However, there is a quick way to fix it while maintaining the longevity of your sweater—without giving money to your dry cleaner. Begin by assessing the size of your sweater's damage; is the snagged...
How To: You're Tying Your Shoes Wrong—Here's How to Lace Them for Hurt-Free Feet
Upgrading from velcro-only shoes to laced-up sneakers is an important step in life. Days are spent practicing the perfect bow-tying method, and people even argue as adults over tying with the bunny ear method versus the loop-and-wrap trick.
HowTo: Go Jersey Shore This Halloween! Top 10 DIY Snooki Looks
Jersey Shore's pickle-loving, drunken little ball of fun has captured the affection of many, as well as a fair share of haters. According to today's Wall Street Journal, Snooki and other Jersey Shore characters have surpassed Lady Gaga in popularity for Halloween costumes of 2010. Go Snook. (Not too surprising. For lots of ladies out there, the more revealing the costume, the better.)
How To: Create a Disney Cheshire cat makeup look for Halloween
The Cheshire cat from "Alice in Wonderland" has always beguiled and confused us. Such a cute, round kitty could never mean us any harm, right? Maybe not. The evil kitty's mischevious grin is enough to give us the willies.
How To: Create Dr. Frank N Furter's makeup look from "Rocky Horror" for Halloween
Dr. Frank-N-Furter, the mad doctor played by equally strange Tim Curry, has one hell of a makeup look. Extremely darkened brows, matte black shadow extended out in an evil upturned cat eye, and two stripes of black shadow extended down the sides of the nose made his face look almost cartoonish.
How To: Curl kinky twists or hair braids with rollers and hot water
If you want to curl your kinky twists or your braids in your hair, it's easily done with some rollers and hot water. Watch this two-part hairstyling tutorial to learn the tricks and the details on curling your twists and braids. It's really easy, easier than styling the twists and braids!
How To: Knot a Hermès Scarf in 21 Different Ways
Hermès is all about giving out the free goodies—this week I posted a tutorial for making your own papercraft "Kelly bag" and for years now they've created "knotting cards", a set of DIY illustrations presenting different ways to wear their iconic scarves.