FASHION Magazine

Can we get a what what for eyeliner? With endless formulas and application methods, eyeliner is one of the most versatile products in our makeup bags. While some prefer a subtle smudged line, others dig the high drama that comes with cat-eyes and winged tips. Seeking a pop of colour? Add a quick swipe of bright-blue liner. Want to make your eyes stand out? Smudge a little kohl at your lashline. However you wear eyeliner, there’s no wrong way to do it. But there’s always room for new tips and techniques, which is why we’ve turned to the Beauty Panel.

Challenge 29: What’s your favourite way to wear eyeliner? See the answers now! »

When it comes to the type of makeup formulas you favour, are you a cream makeup kind of girl or more into powders? While this decision is often based on a number of variables—from skin type to climate to favourite makeup brands—it’s good to be well versed in the benefits of both. While some of us like to opt for a creamy texture to achieve that nice evenness on the skin, others prefer powder products for its lighter finished look.

We took the battle of the two textures to our Beauty Panel to see which formula they prefer and to get their best tips for application—as well as favourite product recommendations. After all, if you’ve never indulged with a cream eyeshadow or have been wanting to invest in a new powder blush, it’s good to know how to use them.

Challenge 16: Cream versus powder makeup: Which do you prefer? See the answers now! »

Raise your hand if your last haircut or makeup look was inspired by a celebrity. (We all have our hands raised, right?) While runways set the trends, when your favourite star is spotted wearing the newest fashion, makeup look or hairstyle, that’s likely the point when you want in on it as well. But who are the actresses, musicians and A-listers who inspire your beauty style? Are you devoted to duplicating all their looks—as we know, celebs are quite fond of changing their hair cut and colour at a moment’s notice!—or do you follow the general theme of their go-to beauty routine?

Who better to offer some insight than the Beauty Panel! Our team of expert beauty bloggers were eager to share their celebrity beauty inspiration and offer up easy-to-follow tips on how to duplicate popular red carpet looks. From Kristen Stewart’s signature smoky eye (and sassy smile!) to Jennifer Lawrence’s Oscar-winning red carpet look, there’s plenty of A-list hair and makeup influence.

Challenge 9: Is there a celebrity that inspires how you do your hair and makeup? See the answers now! »

Ever since emerald was announced as the Pantone colour of the year for 2013, it’s been trending as a must-wear shade for both fashion and beauty. But how do you actually incorporate such a bold colour into your everyday look? If you’re used to wearing neutrals on your lids and lashes it can be an especially daunting colour to consider—which is why we posed the question of how to wear emerald makeup to our Beauty Panel.

(Also, considering that St. Patrick’s Day just a few days away there’s never been a better time try wearing the colour. No one will question the addition of emerald green to your beauty routine on March 17th!)

Challenge 2: Emerald is the colour of the year for 2013. How will you incorporate this colour into your beauty routine? See the answers now! »