These are great tips, Risa, even if they are “old school!” I’m old school…70 years young and I finally realize I need to do my makeup how it works for me and makes me look & feel like me! Thank you for this and the reminder to do what works for us individually!! 💖🤩
I followed your Bobbi Brown lipstick trick and them declutterred all the lippies I was never reaching for-keeping the ones that were actually complimentary
You always make me smile. When you said you understand that not everyone wants to look younger, I said, “well, I’m not one of them”. Most of us want to look our best. We make lifestyle choices snd look for products and tips to try to make that happen.
What great tips.I have used dark eye shadows for eyeliner for over 40 years. My mother taught me to always wear lipstick, no matter what. It will always make you look healthy. Glad to see old tricks are still relevant
Great video! I keep thinking about tip number one and having the lipstick suit your face and brighten it even with no makeup on. This is always been the hardest thing for me. I'll go into a store or look online and feel totally confused about what colors would look good on me. Colors that are too dark or pigmented overwhelm my pale skin. I'd love to see a video about choosing lipstick shades. I know it sounds basic, but there's definitely some color theory there. With foundation and concealer, they always talk about whether it's a neutral shade, or warm or cool. I wish lipstick was as easy to match.
Risa, I believe I discovered your channel about 2 years ago and I haven’t missed a video since. This is likely my favorite one. I don’t always care as much about new products because they might be unavailable or different price points in Canada here. But any tips and personal opinions - I love those. You are very genuine and authentic. I remember a quote somewhere that Beauty has no rules but makeup has a theory. I tend to go with that. I will probably try every single tip you mentioned. Thank you for the realness you bring into this “instagram” world.
This is one of your best videos. Thank you for the history of great makeup tips from the best artists. You are an EXCELLENT teacher and I learn techniques from you better than from the others I watch. Thank you!
Very cool video!! I really enjoyed hearing about your experience in starting as a makeup artist. It’s obvious how talented you are and how those women played a role in your training. I trust all your recommendations! ❤️🩷🧡
Risa, I worked for all of those brands as well, and several others. I learned so many techniques that still hold true today. Laura’s assistant was Kristofer Buckle, who is currently a famous celebrity makeup artist (Mariah Carey.)
LOVED this, Risa!! I’d love more 90’s / early 2000’s nostalgia videos. I miss those days. Would be cool to hear about your favorites from back then and more about behind the scenes of the brands.
Re: blush placement. Make up, as with all graphic arts, creates shape using the contrast of light and dark Typically blush is darker than your base coloring and darker colors recede. Most women are trying for the effect of more prominent cheek bones, even shading underneath with contour, but that only works if your cheeks are lighter. I have seen some content creators adding "lift" by applying blush and bronzer straight up the side of their cheeks and beside their eyes. That just narrows what cheekbones they do have.
I know you said there's no rules but... I have a sheet of paper in my makeup case that says "Risa's Rules". LOL! Basically, it's just the "order" in which you do things. I find it super helpful so thank you!!
I am a “retired “ makeup artist, and I cannot tell you how many times I tried to explain to women that they are not tight lining, they are water lining! This is a fantastic video, and thanks for reminding me of so many great techniques!
Very informative video. I always use to apply blush the way Bobbi Brown suggested. I got away from that after watching other beauty influencers applying it higher up. Now I am back to doing it on the apples of my cheeks and blending it upwards. I am loving the way it makes me look.
If I'm not mistaken, Laura Mercier's pioneering product is the Tinted Moisturizer. She also did Madonna's make up for some of her music videos in the 90s. Bobbi Brown's trademark is the no-makeup makeup look.
Oh Risa, I’m the one struggling with tightlining, I made all these mistakes you’re talking about! 🤦🏼♀️ I’m excited to try it tomorrow the right way- can’t thank you enough! 🙏🏻
I feel the primer is crucial. You put all this moisture and serum on the skin, then the skin drinks it in leaving makeup in the creases. The primer is the top coat before makeup. And setting powder to hold everything.
I so agree about the blush technique. I am a mature woman, but have always had high cheek bones. No they aren't as high as I was in my twenties or thirties, but there not dropping to my chin😅I like my blush to look like I am naturally flushing and apply mid pupil out and up no higher then my eye. My first real job was working the makeup counter at Eckerd Drug Store when I was 16. We didn't do make overs, but did recommend products for skin type, color, whether you were a cool or warm. Diplomats were not a thing at the time, but for mature woman we were taught the tissue and powder blot method. It still works today if you want your lipstick to last longer and not travel. Thank you so much for your great insight into makeup history.
I love the that you commented on blush placement. It seems like all the video's I watch say to use two possibly three different blushes and to blend them at the temple and eye - I think it looks very clownish.
A Laura Mercier MUA taught me that puff technique when I bought the powder and I use it with all my powders when my makeup needs to look good all day. I still have the puff from about 8 years ago as it washes like a dream - I throw it in with my reusable cotton rounds when I do a load of towels. I still use the OG LM powder :) When I find makeup products that looks good on my nose I tend to cling to them!
Bobbi still is an apple of the cheeks girl. If you’ve seen one of her Jones Road commercials, you notice no matter the age of the model she has them apply her Miracle Balm directly to the apples of the cheeks. I’m not into the super minimal makeup yet, but the Miracle Balm is pretty. Maybe a Jones Road makeup look is in order. I don’t know what all she has, but I know there’s a foundation too. Thanks Risa! This was very informative. I’m especially going to try the press & roll powder method. 💕 Jessica
What a great video Risa, really enjoyed the tips and hearing about your makeup artist journey. At 70 I am always trying to improve my makeup application techniques.
I had a Trish McEvoy palette back in the early 2000s which I loved. I'm also a fan of Laura Mercier and Bobbi Brown from those earlier days. I had a makeover with a Laura Mercier makeup artist, but unfortunately I have super sensitive eyes. When she tried the tight lining technique, my eyes started to water and would not stop for quite some time. I'm just not able to wear my makeup with tightlining. I do love Bobbi's tips, and Rose Marie Smith of RMS Beauty agrees with a lot of those. I have started to wear my blush old-school again. Thanks for reminders that we can be creative and not need to follow the trends if they don't work for us. xoxo
Oh yes the Triangle of Light!😂 When Trish would appear on HSN to sell her kits, she always referenced that technique. They way she did it was beautiful.
Yeah the lip liner trick was a gamechanger for me back in the day because lipliners used to more stiff than they are now and harder to apply to the skin. I've been doing that for 20 years now and I am 53 now ❤
Most of these tips are really timeless! Can't go wrong...blush should be dependant on face shape, or else a full blown clown may appear..lol. Thanks for sharing from some of the best!
When I was turning 16, my mom’s friend took me to the Trish McCevoy’s counter and they did the press and wiggle technique. I got the brush and this blue eye shadow to use with the brush. Remember it like yesterday :-).
All these women are absolutely admirable and are stars, but Laura Mercier as a brand just has such a special place in my heart. What she managed to create is such a high-quality, wonderful (yet somehow not overpriced) brand with absolutely solid long-time favorite products (like her blushes or powders). If I have to compare, she is like an expensive high-quality Italian cashmere brand in fashion - no matter the trends, this is what you’d go for to feel confident, comfortable and beautiful. Their body care is absolutely sumptuous as well. Thank you as always for sharing your professional tips, Risa🌺🌸🌷
I've been doing a lip liner over a lipstick all my life, thinking I can't do it “the right way” because it always looks wrong on me. And now I know, I am merely in the same “pack” with Bobby Brown and Risa 🤭😁
This was so interesting! Several "Tried and True" methods I've used for years never let me down and I learn that only after I try something new that's out there. That's not to say I haven't changed things as I age. Learning more about your journey into the makeup world was so cool. I loved it.
This was so timely for me….followed right along as I was doing my makeup today, having fallen into some real ruts and ways of applying concealer, blush, eyeliner and lip liner. Thank you so much Risa, this really helped!!
Always great advice. Although since everyone's face's are different, the placement of blush no matter what your age is, isnt the same for everyone . Yes the placement of blush higher on the cheek of a maturing face is somewhat correct, but its not 100% . I think its always good to be open-minded to try different things.
Excellent video. Thank you for sharing these tips with us. There are so many I can use! I want to look better, younger. Question: how do hide or camouflage jowls?
So glad you started talking about placement of blush. I've been seeing a lot of podcasts were makeup artists are advising to place the blush on the cheekbone! I don't follow trends. Never have. I know what looks good on my face, and for my face shape, blushes look good under my cheekbone.
Risa, I use Trish McEvoy Instant Eye Lift and do the triangle of light under my eyes. However, I don't put a powder over it because that just shows my wrinkles under my eyes, which are papery thin, even though I realize nobody really gets that close up. I do use a very fine neutral Fenty powder to set my Trish McEvoy Beauty Balm on the rest of my face, using that press and roll technique. Is that the best way to use Instant Eye Lift? I only put powder where I don't have wrinkles, unless it's a quick bit of blurring powder with a brush.
P.S.... Ive noticed that older woman especially in England wear that heavy jet black eyeliner, like Charlotte Tilbury like Charlottes eyeliner is way to dark and heavy and it seems all the woman her age or older mimic that look..... It looks awful.... IMO!!!
Great tips Risa! Thanks for sharing them with us. I am going to go through my lipsticks and try Bobby Brown’s method to see which ones should stay and which should go! Always enjoy your videos!
Sorry but the shadow w/ brush applied at the lash line is a nightmare for me..small particulate enter the eye and irritate it all day! not worth that step at all.😢
Hi Rissa 🖐, thank you again for this video. I tried the triangle of light today (never did the fill in triangle that was popular for awhile). But OMG WOW game changer. My eyes looked great today. These were great ideas. I still have a love/hate relationship with powder at times. Depending on the time of the year powder can look really nice on me and other times my skin is just too dry no matter how much I prep and moisturize etc. You've mentioned that Laura Geller powder translucent several times off and on during the last 5-6 years that I have watched you. OmG core memory unlock. Amazing how these hit you out of the blue. Anyway Back when I met and spoke with you when you were at Armani's store my mother-in-law and I were together you helped ne & someone else helped her. You had suggested the Geller powder translucent to us and check Sephora for it. At the time I couldn't afford that powder by myself but she bought it and I paid her half and then when we got home we split that container in half between the two of us to use. And I remember using it and having a container that it was in long time ago haven't used the powder since. But now I want to see if I can find a small sample size or travel size of it to try that powder again now that you mention it. Haha but then again maybe I should hold off and wait because I have a lot of powders that I should probably use first. Although I do love the Givenchy prism Libre that by far is probably my favorite.
I loved your Instagram post yesterday! I also love the idea of different tips from different MUAs! Great tips! Wayne Goss shows that same powder puff tip!
Risa, I’m 64 years old and I really appreciate your knowledge!!! I am a pro-primer and I feel that it does keep my foundation and the rest of my makeup in place! Thank you for such an informative tips ❤. I will be trying them all; after all, what do I have to lose. 😊. Thanks again ❤❤❤
Great video. One of your best. I love how non-judgmental and inclusive you are. I guess I’m old school but I still use some of those techniques. I use the Trish eyeliner technique exclusively. It opens the eyes and creates a nice, intense but natural look at the base of the lashes. Love Trish techniques and products. Thanks, Risa.
I found it interesting when you were talking about concealer and blush placement. If you blend the concealer it hides some problems when you do it the “old” way. I had never heard the excellent explanation of how and where to apply blush and it makes perfect sense no matter your age. Thanks for the refresher!
Thank you! Yes, I do feel very lucky to have gotten into the business when I did, and had the opportunity to learn directly from some of the best!! ❤️🙏🏻
Thank you for this video! It was really interesting to hear about your past experience with makeup and these legendary makeup artists! And also to get these great tips! ♥️ I am one of those who never use lipliners. - I buy them, of course, but never think it looks good on me. Now I will follow your advice and give it a go!
Ahhh the memories...guess I'm a creature of habit, still doing a few of these. The 'press and wiggle' and tightlining with shadow are my favorite way to define the eye. My favorite brush for these techniques is the Wayne Goss E6.
QUESTION ❤ I applied a BUXOM lip liner after I applied a Pat McGrath lipstick.. Yes, it did light on so easy … just like you said. However, half an hour later, I looked in the mirror and the liner was off😮 Any suggestions for longer wear? Maybe a little powder 😬 I do have the mini ONE/SIZE setting spray… I have normal to dry skin. Therefore, I only use it in the heat of the summer like it is now… it is a great one, however, too matte on my grown-up girl skin😮. Maybe spray one size on a brush and tap over my lips 🤔(a little one size setting spray snack, I guess never heard anybody)😉 Anybody have any suggestions because I like the look, and as RISA stated the liner just glided smooth and beautiful.
Risa!!! You’re one of my favs! Thank you for all of these tips and tricks! I’m 58 and I love learning! Keep doing what you’re doing! Totally saving this video!😊
PRO PRIMER girlie! I have oily skin and large pores so I prefer primers--I love the Hourglass primer which I first learned about from you. I am currently testing the Milk Makeup Poreless stick and also the gel primer. Also I 100% AGREE re blush placement! Thank you for another great video! 💯❣
I LOVE the tips!!! The best tip I ever heard was from a makeup video Rihanna did years ago; it was when contouring was a huge craze & Rihanna's tip was simply to learn your own face & how to contour your bone structure bc what works for one will not necessarily work for all. Learning specific techniques for YOUR face makes all the difference
I too, worked for LM and BB. Switched to CHANEL for 25 years. Boy, those were the days😊I don’t like or use any primers ever. Learned old school. Did enjoy BB face base at the time but don’t use any longer. Thanks for memories.
Loved hearing the tips. Ive learned so much over the years. Never ever did anything for my brows (except pluck strays), only moisturizer, concealer, mascara, lip gloss. Very basic. But, love makeup. Always fascinated me. Love all the colors and looks. Trial and error on what looks good on me (I stay away from nude lipsticks). Its fun. 😊
I really love this video. Thank you for sharing your history with all the iconic brands. SO interesting! As an almost 69 year old who did not start wearing makeup until age 50, I'm WAY behind the curve. I always learn so much from you, and I thank you!❤😊
It's so incredible to hear your stories about being a makeup artist! Do you have any advice for my powder brow fiasco? I have Lupus so the color didn't take and now I am left with super ashy, almost gray brows😢 I keep trying Auburn colored products from Wunderbrow, Maybelline Tattoo Studio, different pencils, but it always ends up looking so unnatural. I can't get laser removal because I have Melasma. Any tips for this??
Really enjoyed this video! I use Laura Mercier's tinted facial moisturizer. I love her tinted facial moisturizer. The color is perfect and it has a very natural looking finish. I had always wanted to use Secret Camouflage but couldn't figure out which shade to get. I remember Bobby Brown for popularizing yellow concealer. Thanks for Laura Mercier's eyeliner tip. I will be using it.
Aahh, thank you for this old-school back to basics video, Risa. I have thoroughly enjoyed watching this, and you're definitely right about the blush placement. When I see blush applied to just under your eye sockets, I'm like, why? it just looks stupid. You wouldn't naturally blush there, so why? Great video tips hun and did you ever do the fashion weeks for Bobbi Brown? 🥰🌟
Beautiful lady… Thank you so very much , the way you teaching us how to do makeup in correct way. Today is the first time i saw your program in Facebook. I love the way , you explaining how to do makeup the best way possible for different ages. You are so beautiful. I would like to tell , the best way possible to use eye lashes. Thank you so very much in advance.🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
Thank you Risa! There were awesome tips and it brought me back. There was a store near me that was half Trish and half Laura (and of course the sales reps tried to get there first). I believe I tried them both and loved them. One of them had a makeup “binder” where you could swap out or add different face/lip powder products. Do you know who this was? And btw your eyes look amazing as usual. Do you think you might do another hooded eye tutorial? Love the idea of trying a lip color like you said in the beginning, with JUST the lips. I struggle to find lip colors that actually show up (natural lips are like a mauve so it’s a struggle 😂) Thank you again!!!
Love that you generously shared these helpful tips with us, Risa😊 The way it ALL clicked when you told us how to “properly” tight line so it doesn’t have to transfer to the lower lash line….wow, that would always happen to me! Now I know. Thank you❣️❣️
Love this video. Brought back so many good memories. I was introduced to Trish McEvoy on QVC and love her makeup planners, and brush set. The triangle of light was a game changer for me. Also when I went to the office I'd do the dark shadow tight line. It was easier, thickened my lashes and I thought was more appropriate for the office. Keep up the great work.
Primers do nothing more for me than using a good setting spray. Even that doesn't really do much. To save a step I find a good sunscreen that can act as a semi-primer. Avene is great for that. So is R&R. The only primer that ever seemed to make a difference was Milk Hydrogrip. May go back for that in the fall. My Sephora was out when I went for a refill. I didn't find the ELF dupe as effective as other dupes.
Never miss your videos! What highlighting product, cream, liquid or powder would you recommend for mature skin with texture and pores? Maybe best high end and drug store. There are so many recommendations out there it makes it difficult to decide. Appreciate your help 😊
Thank you! The powder tips was very good! The blush...i tried it on my cheecks again, as i did long time ago, and a big NO for my face. My face look flat. But with blush on the new way, it lift my cheeks, it is nice to my face :) Thank you, always nice to see every video you post.
Risa I thoroughly enjoyed this video, thank you for sharing your history in the makeup world, it was so interesting. I am looking forward to trying some of the old school methods, especially the blush. It's 5.30pm here in Australia, the middle of winter and dark so my try outs will have to wait until tomorrow. Love your genuine videos, please keep them coming cause you are one of my favourites.
My first makeup job was with Laura Mercier in 2007. I learned everything I know today from Laura and her top Artists who would visit. I was chosen to do a master class with Laura but the day of the class it was my daughter's wedding! I was so sad!
For me, primers are necessary depending on where you want to use them. I have oily face skin and oily eyelids. So I NEED a eyeshadow primer. Funnily enough, l don't always use a face primer.
Thanks Risa! Bare Minerals and Smash Box both had primers around the same time . End of 90's - Only pitfall I find with the apples of the cheeks are that as gravity takes it's toll, the apples of the cheeks drop some ... and lose volume ... so we can smile and the apple looks plump and juicy, but when we relax the face the apples are more like dehydrated apple slices! Kind of flattened! Lol....
Great point. I first heard this tip from Wayne Goss before it was a trend and it makes sense. He said as women age, they get deeper hallows under the eyes and concealer is great for dark circles but you may still have hollows. If you take your blush up higher and over that hollow a little bit - it makes your eyes look less sunken. This really works for me! My cheeks have definitely dropped so I apply higher. Makeup is very individual. What it really comes down to is the shape of your face. If you have a thin face, the apples are great because it makes your face appear fuller and younger. But if you have a fuller face (or drooping cheeks) I feel like blush on the apples makes me look like Minnie Mouse 🐭🤡 Like Risa said, there should be no hard and fast "rules". Try different techniques and take pictures. Ask friends and family if you can't decide what looks best. We can do what works best for our own facial structure. I need to wear bronzer/contour higher on my cheekbones not under them, or it drags my face down and I look sad lol. Then I apply my blush above that. But I am always trying new things and if you make a mistake just wash it off. Trends are fun but suit yourself!
@@AllySa33I will have to try that with blush. My skin is in pretty good shape but undereye hollows are the bane of my existence. I have always been afraid blush there would look worse so have avoided any techniques that are near the area
No primer-I’m always afraid it will interfere with my sunscreen. I really enjoyed this-I remember being introduced to the tight line technique and an eye primer at the LM counter back in…the 90’s? Thanks!
