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We had a great response to this article (below) for the Orange & Aloe Calming Facial Cleanser. Made with natural and organic ingredients, this cleanser is extremely gentle, yet cleans deep down into the pores where dirt can often stay trapped. If you like the results of the cleanser, add in a mask, one or two times a week. Recommended is the French Clay Micro Scrub. As the label describes, the mask is made with a type of brown clay that exfoliates, removing dead skin and bringing out the skin's natural smooth texture. Items are sold at jluskincare.com, with free shipping on orders over $50. 

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Wedding Makeup Tips

Look your best for the big day with these easy to follow tips.

First thing's first. make sure you start with a clean face (Orange & Aloe Calming Facial Cleanser by JLU Skincare). Use a moisturizer that is suitable for your skin type. A great all in one is Ultra-Lite Gentle Moisturizer, also by JLU.

These are great tips for a natural, and glamorous look on your wedding day. YES, it is possible to be both natural looking, and have a blend of glam added to the mix.

Start with a concealer to hide imperfections, but don't over do it (Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Concealer). As always, less is more. Skip the heavy foundation and go straight to a powder, preferably a mineral powder (Maybelline MINERAL POWER™ Powder Foundation). Apply with a brush in a circular motion so it blends into the skin naturally. Add a natural flush to your cheeks by applying a warm color in a circular motion with fingers, and highlight the top of your cheekbone with a lighter shade of pink (Philosophy Supernatural Lit from Within Cream Blush). 

Eye shadow is meant to accentuate your eye shape and color, not overpower them. For a fall or winter wedding, use neutral tones. During the spring and summer, use pastels. Start by dabbing white shadow in the inside corner of the eye, center of the eye, and just below the brow (brow bone) for highlights (CoverGirl Eye Enhancers in Champagne). Next, apply your darkest shade to the crease of the eye, following it up with the lighter shades around it, blending the two colors together.

Give your eyes definition by using either an eye pencil in brown (Bobbi's Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner - yes, it promises to stay put for 12 hours!), or a waterproof liquid eye liner in brown. Create a thin line on both upper and lower lids, or, for an even more natural look, just apply to the upper lid.

Mascara is a must (Cover Girl Lash Blast). I must confess, I always was, still am, and forever will be a Cover Girl Mascara junkie! Prove me wrong, but, in my eyes - get it? eyes? - there is no comparison. You can leave out the eyes shadow and the liner, but NEVER the mascara. Apply two coats of black or dark brown waterproof mascara to the top, and one coat to the bottom. 

Try to find a lip color that is long lasting, like Essence Stay With Me Long-Lasting Lipgloss, shade: Me & My Ice Cream 01. For a more subtle look, pick a shade that almost matches your lips. For a more defined look, first line your lips with a shade that matches your natural lips the closest. Then, choose a shade that is either two shades lighter or darker, depending on your skin tone. The darker your skin tone, the darker the shade, and vice versa.

Remember, your ultimate goal is to bring out your best features. Keep it as simple as possible, and don't over use your products. Don't stress, and good luck my pretties!