Sexy Smoky Eyes In Your 40’s

Sex and the City Premiere in NYC

The other day a friend and fellow beauty blogger asked me for a few tips on wearing a smoky eye in your 40’s. I’m in my 40’s and still love a smoky eye although I usually go for a softer version and not the traditional dark and smoky. I absolutely love the look but going for a light gunmetal, lavender or a bronze tone is much sexier as we get a little older and still captures the very essence of a smoky eye.

As in the case of SATC, the show and movie. Funny enough right after I shared my tips I found myself at the movies watching the much anticipated flick and noticed immediately that I was not alone. All of the gals with the exception of Kristin Davis could be seen throughout most of the movie sporting a smoky eye.

The colors were soft but beautiful and all of the make up artists were on point with there color choices. Kim Cattrall had her personal make up artist Kyra Panchenko to give her sexy smoky eyes and cat eyes that could not be missed. She never went too dark but her smoky eyes were gorgeous. Kristin Davis had Nuria Sitja, who created her looks and Make up Department Head Marjorie Durand took care of Sara and Cynthia whose eyes were outstanding. Gold and Amber tones on Sara Jessica made her green eyes even more striking.

All of these women are in their 40’s and let me just tell you their make up was smokin’. Not to mention the fabulous clothing and accessories thanks to the brilliant Pat Fields. So in answer to anyone wondering whether a sexy smoky eye is appropriate for women in the 40’s? I say you better believe it baby!

For those of you looking to create gorgeous smoky eyes and cat eyes like the gals from Sex and The City but need a little help check out the Get in Line Eyeliner stencil kits at bethbenderbeauty.com.

xoxo,

B

Get Rachel Bilsons Perfect Eyeliner

Perfect Eyeliner ala Rachel Bilson

We get so many women visiting our website and blog each month looking to replicate Rachel Bilsons extremely sexy and simple eyes. Yes simple. She continues to give us her version of sexy eyeliner and smoky eyes and everyone wants to know how.

Pictured here at the recent Chanel boutique opening in Los Angeles, her cat eyeliner has taken on a more subtle yet still sexy effect by blending out the edge ever so slightly.

TO GET THE LOOK: Beth suggests using a gel based eyeliner in black or dark brown. With a tapered brush lining along your upper and lower lashline. Make sure to blend the outer corners together and extend beyond the lashes for perfect cat eyeliner. If you prefer your liner a little thicker at the ends you can go over liner starting at the middle of eye and out towards the end. Blend once more before eyeliner dries. Try Onyx Stay Put Get Eyeliner , $18 at bettesboutique.com

Get sexy eyeliner and cat eyes just like Rachel Bilson using the cat eyeliner stencil from bethbender beauty . Simply place the eyeliner stencil over your eye and fill in with color. Can be used with eyeshadow and gel eyeliner.

For more celebrity looks and tips on how to create sexy, sultry eyes for spring click here

xo,

B

Eyeshadow & Eyeliner Stencils That Work

The other day I was surfing the net and found a video showing how you can take apart a plastic insert from packaging and turn it into an eyeliner stencil. Well I of course had to watch because based on the type of plastic that was being used I knew this would not be an easy task and it wasn’t.

First of all let me start by saying that I have been doing make-up for years and I have never seen a make-up artist use anything of the sort. Credit cards yes, but never this. Not to mention that the type of plastic he was using was not flexible and very sharp when placed anywhere near the eye.

So you might be saving money but who wants to risk poking yourself in the eye or cutting yourself just to have a sexy cat eye or smoky eye? That isn’t a look I ever want to see. Make-up artists do use eyeliner stencils when they need to, and when they do they use our eyeliner stencils. There are a few who have tried their best to duplicate ours but nothing works as well as the Get in Line Eyeliner Stencils.

Color seen here is SGB, New for spring

They will give the perfect “Anjelina Jolie” Cat eye and the very best “Hilary Duff” smoky eye, not to mention “Rachel Bilson” sexy eyeliner. They are flexible and fit any eye shape. My six year old niece is already an expert. That’s how easy they are to use.

Ladies we created these eyeliner stencils for you! For all of the women who want beautiful smoky eyes, cat eyes or just a perfect line along your lashes. Not everyone has a steady hand, and many of us need a little help, and that’s just what they do. As always for anyone who has any questions about how they work feel free to email us at bettesboutique@gmail.com or click here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9as0gORqhQI to watch a video showing you how.

You can check out the Get in Line kit at the official U.S. website for all beth bender beauty products at bethbenderbeauty.com.

SATC Sexy Red Carpet Eyes

Metallic Eyes for Spring & Summer

Metallics were everywhere on the red carpet for the premiere of the New Sexy and the City movie. From metallic gowns and dresses, to shoes, handbags, and make-up. It was a very glamorous evening and one that has been receiving lots of press.

The ladies from Sex and the City didn’t disappoint, and new comer Jennifer Hudson was beautifully in line with her gorgeous metallic eyes. Her alluring gaze was infused with striking shades of golds, and ambers just in time for summer.

To get the look Beth suggests using metallic eyeshadows in gold, ambers, and bronze tones. They’re easy to blend and look beautiful on most skin tones. You will also have more freedom coordinating with your wardrobe since metallics take on different hues in the light.

For super sexy eyes like Jennifer’s beth suggests using her new Smoky eye kit in SGB. It also has a smoky eye and cat eye stencil for those gals who want to go Hollywood sexy.

LORAC Hollywood Heat Set

While we are on the subject of getting your glow on, have you checked out this oh so hot set from LORAC? This is a deal not to be missed! For $35, that’s right only $35 you get all of these fabulous products and this adorable metallic make-up bag. A definite “must have” for the summer ladies.

The Hollywood Heat Set comes with everything you need for a sunkissed glow. This one is a limited-edition and exclusive to Sephora so get yours before they are gone baby gone.

Clarins Delicious Self-Tanner

Looking for a self tanner to jump start your golden glow for the summer? Look no further, Clarins New Delicious Self-Tanning Cream for the body has just been added to our list of new Fave’s.

A delicate lotion that feels great going on and a caramel color that ensures the perfect application every time. With nourishing ingredients your skin will feel moisturized while achieving a radiant glow that lasts. A four ounce jar will set you back $40 but your skin will thank you for not baking in the sun to get such a natural looking tan. You can check this out and the other self tanners from Clarins at any Clarins counter or at Sephora and Sephora.com.

xo,

B

beth bender Donates 15% of all sales thru July

Sometimes we get caught up in our crazy lives, our families, work and forget that things are not always so easy for others elsewhere, as in the case of this horrible disaster in China. The earth quake that hit China’s Sichuan Province on May 12th destroyed thousands of buildings in the area, as well as infrastructure like communication networks and electrical towers.

Thousands of people died and many are still missing, some of them little children, and more than 270,000 were injured. The earthquake left an estimated five million people homeless. Many schools were destroyed, including one that had at least 900 students in it. This earthquake is the worst natural disaster to hit China in 30 years.

To help out with the relief fund and get China back on its feet beth bender beauty is donating 15% of all sales to the American Red Cross for the next two months. That means that every time you purchase any beth bender beauty products between now and July 30th we will give the American Red Cross 15% of your sale. When you think of all of the money women spend each day on beauty products (us included) that can add up to a lot and the best part is you’re helping a country in need and getting a fabulous beauty product. How great is that?

We know there are so many cosmetic companies to choose from, and so many choices for beauty products so we thank you in advance for choosing beth bender beauty and helping to save a country and people in desperate need.

Love & Light,

B