Tue 16 Sep 2008
ELFISH: Makeup Tutorial
Category: Makeup Tutorials
Q: Why did Doe go to the gym in full makeup? (Answer at the end of the post)

All eye shadows used are from my upcoming line Lime Crime Makeup - available for sale in 3 weeks!
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INGREDIENTS
- Eyes: Elf, Circus Girl, Nymph, Shoe Addict eyeshadows; black liquid liner, turquise eyeliner pencil, black mascara, false lashes
- Lips: hot pink lipstick, lipliner.
- Blush: Electric Bubblegum

Eyes
I wanted something ethereal, magical, elfish. Elf green is one of my favorite colors, ever - it goes on smooth, vibrant and super shimmery!
To achieve the brightest color, dab some eyeshadow base OR your favorite foundation over the eyelids with a foam sponge, prior to applying eyeshadow. The color will go on even brighter if you use a wet brush!
I started out by applying Nymph (white/gold sparkle highlighter) on the center of eyelid, blending out in all directions. Elf was then applied concentrating on outer corners, going into the crease and just above inner corners. Go over with the highlighter to ensure smoothness of color. Accentuate outer corners over and under the eye by adding a hint of Shoe Addict (a very nice, bright blue color). With a round brush, do a wash of Elf on the lower lid, blending well into the blue. Circus Girl Yellow is applied slightly over the crease. Apply the highlighter directly onto your brow bone (under the eyebrows) and blend into the yellow. With a thinner brush, highlight the inner corners of your eye, blending outwards and into the green.
I filled in the waterline with a turquoise-blue pencil, then drew a line along the top lashes with a black liquid liner, extending slightly outwards. False lashes are glued directly onto that line. Since I wore this makeup outside in the park, I wanted to ensure the lashes were on securely - so I put on a coat of mascara to help false lashes bond with my own.
Once you’re done with the eyes, clean up the mess with a baby wipe or Wet Ones.
Face
Apply foundation using a foam sponge applicator where needed. Be sure to cover all dark areas such as around the nose and mouth, under the eyes. Use cake concealer if you have especially dark under eye circles.
Using a large brush, apply Electric Bubblegum blush on the apples of your cheeks. Blend well. (Detailed tutorial on blush application can be found here.) Finish with translucent powder.
Lips
I am still looking for an intense violet-pink lipstick that will show up nice and bright. MAC Show Orchid is a bright pink but it’s not intense enough, nor is it that violet. I always resort to applying a lipstick that’s close enough to the base color, then mixing in some pigment to adjust it. I will post a tutorial on how to do this soon!

Answer: I went to the gym in full make up to test out my new eye shadows. :) I spent about 40 minutes on a bike, sweating profusely. At the end, my hair was a horrible mess - but my makeup still perfectly fresh!!! I may have made a total ass out of myself at the gym, but at least I can now honestly say my product is long-lasting. :)
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September 16th, 2008 at 1:26 pm
wow.. i love this makeup.. you look amazing. i can’t wait for your eyeshadows to come out.. I’m going to have to buy some.
September 16th, 2008 at 1:46 pm
Wow, you look gorgeous with this makeup! It’s super awesome and I am in the process of learning everything I can abou tmakeup [since I am a 22 y/o girl who knows nothing about girl things] Thanks so much for this tutorial.. =o)
September 16th, 2008 at 2:15 pm
Looks super fantastic lady! I’m looking forward to your line of makeup! Congrats on that. I have a question though, are any makeups in your line going to be vegan friendly? That’d be rad.
xoxes
September 16th, 2008 at 2:18 pm
♣ Trouble
ALL of them will be vegan-friendly! Not tested on animals, 100% mineral.
September 16th, 2008 at 2:24 pm
And with that one photo Miss Doe, you have won me over completely, I’m gonna be putting aside some money to purchase some shiny new make up. Oooo so pretty!!
September 16th, 2008 at 2:37 pm
Normally I hate makeup (a day when I wear anything more than mascara is a BIG deal for me), but I love how gorgeous this looks on you! I’m going to have to give this a shot– and I’ll definitely have to give your makeup like a try when it comes out :] Will the line include lip colour, eyeliner, foundation, etc., or will it just be eyeshadow?
September 16th, 2008 at 2:45 pm
I just did a little dance of excitement for awesome colored, quality vegan makeup! I can’t wait!
September 16th, 2008 at 2:47 pm
♣ Cimone
In the beginning, it will be just loose eyeshadows. Hut I’m hoping to expand into everything else in the future! :)
September 16th, 2008 at 4:32 pm
Can I request some tutorials for choosing colors/shapes to best compliment your eyes?
For example, my eyes are rounder than yours and a very deep green. Not all the makeup designs that look great on you will look good on me.
Also, I’d love to see more “wearable” looks to wear to work ;)
September 16th, 2008 at 4:38 pm
I have some questions about your new line :) What’s the color range going to be like? Because these light, cool, shimmery colors seem to show up best on pale or dark skin, not so much olive skin or skin that’s yellow/warm toned. I hope you have some rich and warm toned colors as well - that would be awesome!
September 16th, 2008 at 4:40 pm
Also, may I ask where you got your fantastic falsies?
September 16th, 2008 at 5:04 pm
Love it, love it. I want to mix up some lipstick like that for myself.. Your description of applying the eyeshadow confused me, haha.. since I know how to apply makeup I just look at it and go “Ok, I see how that’s done.” lol
September 16th, 2008 at 5:20 pm
Oh man I can’t wait for your line, I hope it’s much more affordable than MAC and whatnot
September 16th, 2008 at 5:37 pm
♣ Zanthia494
I will see if I can come up with something for different eye shapes. :)
But why would anyone want me to do office make-up? You can get that anywhere online. My shtick is to give you something you can’t get anywhere else! ;) Perhaps I misunderstood your question?
♣ Stephanie
The range will be quite extensive, actually. Anything from high-shimmer to matte, light to very dark. While I can theoretically make any color I want, whether I carry it or not will depend on the demand. I’ll do limited editions to test-drive different shades!
The falsies came from a beauty supply store in Manhattan, but you can buy similar ones on eBay.
♣ Aether
I just re-read it - it is kinda confusing, isn’t it? You know, sometimes I wonder whether I should continue writing each tutorial out like I do, or if people understand it just by looking at it?
♣ Natt Garun
It will definitely be cheaper than MAC. Making my line affordable while maintaining high quality is one of my goals!
September 16th, 2008 at 6:03 pm
Awesome! I can’t wait for your eyeshadows to be on the market!
September 16th, 2008 at 6:16 pm
Wow! I love love love the colours! Will you ship internationally when the line is released? I can see myself falling victim! Gorgeous!
September 16th, 2008 at 6:26 pm
Now that is lovely. Those colors are gorgeous together.
September 16th, 2008 at 9:07 pm
It makes me all happy to get power back (damn hurricanes!) and get to see fun and pretty things right away.
Yay~ for your blog and pretty self.
Now I really can’t wait for your make-up. If I’m able to buy some, I can still be kinda cute while sweating like Niagara Falls. It always seems to be hot and humid here, so that’s just.. awesome! :’D
September 16th, 2008 at 10:13 pm
Beautiful! I have to ask–what kind of foundation do you use? I have such a hard time finding foundation that’s pale enough for me, and you always look so flawless (although I imagine your skin is pretty flawless too :-))
I can’t wait for your makeup line!
September 16th, 2008 at 10:44 pm
i cant wait for the new makeup! im definitely going to be purchasing some for my upcoming shoots :)
September 17th, 2008 at 12:23 am
oh dear, those colors are gorgeous!! i definitely love the mermaid, i can’t WAIT til they come out! i’ll need some vivid powders for my kit, these are perfect. =]
September 17th, 2008 at 10:11 am
Hey! I’ve been your lj friend since you had your own lime crime clothing line. It’s inspiring to see that you’ve changed tacks a few times, and are still so industrious. Good luck in your endeavors!
September 17th, 2008 at 10:50 am
Hubba hubba hubba :D
will it be available in the Netherlands?
*fingers crossed*
September 17th, 2008 at 7:55 pm
Beautiful! I’m really loving your blog!
September 18th, 2008 at 1:59 am
Mermaid Green looks simply fantastic! I wish I could do my liner like yours but I have the shaky hand syndrome. :D
September 18th, 2008 at 6:39 am
I absolutely LOVE your makeup tutorials and the products you use: I wish I could get my hands on the Lime Crime line. The colors are just gorgeous *.*
I can’t wait for your line, vivid eyeshadows = *gleeeee* ^^
September 18th, 2008 at 10:48 pm
Wow I just about hyperventilated when I saw this look - it’s absolutely incredible! When your line comes out I’m buying one of everything :D
September 19th, 2008 at 12:30 am
Wow amazing look!
September 19th, 2008 at 11:07 am
Is it bad that the first photo nearly made me cry because you are just so damn beautiful?
September 27th, 2008 at 4:10 am
hello doedeere! thank you for the lovely close ups. i just wanted to let you know that i apreciate the actual tutorials. i’m a little challenged in the makeup dept. but, thanks to your tutorials, i can look like i know what i’m doing. many thanks deary!!
December 3rd, 2008 at 11:49 pm
this is a beautiful tutorial and pretty much the reason i am buying Elf from your line :)