Makeup Demystified: 2NE1 CL Makeup in "The Baddest Female" MV

OMMMGGG!!!
Screams The Female G-Dragon Version!
I see so many images of GD in her, and oh well, WHO isnt in luve with that guy?
Smart guys are just soooo sexyyyy huh...


Currently the hottest, the Coolest Female Singer in today's music industry title undoubtedly GOES TO Chae Lin (better known as "CL"), leader & rapper for 2NE1, the alternative Kpop girl group who is fashion-forward, individualistic daring fashion tastes & styles since their 1st debut & have stayed true to their styles. Awesome JY marketing there!

Aren't we just sick of a whole bunch of tooooo saccharine sweet girls who are just pretty to look at with almost zero substance? You know what i mean.

At times, it's nice. After a while, it doesn't last.

Still prefer the COOL STYLO girl with LOADS of 'couldnt care less' attitude than the sweet fresh-faced girl anytime! 

Makeup in korean MVs always set the trends- fashion & MAKEUP!

Luve watching the new music vidz for inspirations & transform into them! 

CL's styling in the "The Baddest Female" video is all "GIZIBED Gold" glittery glitzy glam! Think LOUD. Think GOLD.

Whereas the makeup is kept kinda clean & chic. 

FACE: 

Flawless smooth face. Perfect.

To achieve this, a good base or primer is a MUST. I cannot stress how important primers are. Not using primers are just like a building without a good foundation - will collapse anytime. Primers give an awesome smooth blending result such that foundation goes on effortlessly & lesser amount will be needed. It also help protect skin from the direct contact with the makeup, hence prevent skin from aging. I can talk for hours about Primers. People all know I am "Queen of Primers"! Haha

#Recommendation List: 

1) Mary Kay Foundation Primer SPF 15 -> Available through email gelainzakong@gmail.com

2) Lancome UV Base SPF 50 -> Available at Lancome counters or Sephora stores

3) Make Up For Ever Primer HD Primer (only for special occasions) -> Available at Sephora

EYES: 

High winged cat eyes, using jet black liquid eyeliner

Lower eyelid winged out, using pencil eyeliner to create a fish-tail effect, I like to call it "Fin-Eyes". 

This effect makes the eyes look 2X BIGGER & WIDER, without the heavy eyeshadow dosage. 

Try it! It gets kinda addictive actually. ;p

In my version below, I didn't extend the cat eyes too high up as I am going for meetings. If on weekends, I would be BOLDER to go more curved in the Cat Eyes! *wink

#Recommendation List: 
1) Rose des Versailles Liquid Eyeliner (made in Japan) -> Available at Guardians
2) Lancome UV Base SPF 50 -> Available at Lancome counters or Sephora stores
3) Make Up For Ever Primer HD Primer (only for special occasions) -> Available at Sephora

CHEEKS:

She wore little blush, almost non-existent. Could see a faint peach blush on her apples of the cheeks.

Bronzer is key in this makeup, to make her looking more American-ised glowy makeup. 

No matter how the Koreans deny their attempts to look like Americans, they are indulgently influenced by the vibrant happening LA culture.

Who isn't, since fashion is majorly dictated there? 

To get chiseled right away (even if you have a bloated face), Suck in your cheeks, sweep bronzer up & under your cheekbones to sculpt!

#Recommendation List: 
1) Mary Kay Sheer Pressed Mineral Powder in Bronze -> Available through email gelainzakong@gmail.com
2) Urban Decay Toasted Bronzer -> Available at Sephora stores
3) Make Up For Ever Primer Sculpting Duo -> Available at Sephora stores

LIPS: 

In the palest lightest softest pink ever.

If you have naturally darker lips, use a concealer or foundation and dab a little to lighten lip color.

Apply a light petal pink gloss to top & bottom lips. DO NOT purse ur lips together. Leave them looking glossy & juicy.

#Recommendation List: 
1) Mary Kay Limited Edition Nourishine Lip Gloss in 'Celebrate' -> Available through email gelainzakong@gmail.com
2) Givenchy Gloss Interdit Ultra Shiny Color Plumping in "Impertinent Nude" -> Available at Givenchy stores
3) Make Up For Ever Super Lip Gloss in 'Rosewood' -> Available at Sephora stores


Unveiling now...

"So this is for all my bad girls around the world. Not bad meaning bad but bad meaning good you know. So light it up and let it burn like we don't care. Let them know how it feels damn good to be bad...."

My very own version of this Super Wearable Sexy Makeup Look! Everyone who saw me that day or saw my Instagram post told me they totally dig it & literally beg for classes to be opened to teach them hands-on!! Oooo....
Wore it to meetings with brands and clients and now I have clinched another deal for the alternative classes!
God, keep me playing with makeup!

Close-up on the eyes (yes naturally i have freckles on my cheeks)

The Lips are so juicy I know...;)

Xoxo,

Gelainza 

MAKEOVER MAGICIAN @VANILLA SKULLA

GWIYOMI SONG (addictively catchy!)

Getting addicted to this cutie song is not surprising! Just some girlish gestures girls & boys get all swooned over ;) I am not immune, just very amused! !+1 = Gwiyomi 2+2= Gwiyomi ... lets do a pinky promise... LOL ~ xoxo, MakeUpByGelainza Beauty Editor Live Your Dream

POWER BROWS on KISS92 FM Radio & Video with Maddy!

Hey guys!

KISS92 FM Radio LIVE chatting & makeup demonstration on Maddy!

Teaser Alert!
Its tomorrow ladies! ^_~
HOT ON AIR! I'm on KISS92 FM, the hottest radio station tomorrow morning 6-10AM "Morning show with DJ Maddy"! Catch Ms Gelainza Kong, Professional Makeup Artist, Beauty Guru & Image Trainer, LIVE chatting about the  every girl MUST know : "POWER BROWS!" The IT look A-lister celebrities & supermodels are wearing boldly on their faces off-duty, on red carpet & on the runways! Watch how I transfer this look on Maddy in the makeup video uploading on Kiss92 website! And FREE makeup classes to be won! ;) Don't miss it!

On my way to the station at Toa Payoh

This is for the ladies! Tune in to the hottest radio station, KISS92 FM wednesday 8:00 AM on "Morning Show with Maddy" and catch me LIVE chatting about the LATEST HOTTEST MAKEUP TREND every girl MUST know how to recreate!

Appearing as Chief Trainer at AVENUE IMAGE...

Arrived! ;) 

waiting for Nadirah to fetch me up

SPH ON AIR! 

Saw this handsome powerful magnificent eagle figurine at the lobby! YOU all know how in awe I am about eagles and they mean something very important to me! And my Unit name is Queen of Eagles!

SIGNIFICANCE OF EAGLES: "Clear Vision, Swift Action & Good Results"

THE RECEPTION

THE STUDIO where we did our recording! LET'S ROLL!!!

On Monday morning 10AM, I was at SPH News Centre KISS92 Radio Station studio doing a recording with my old friend, DJ Maddy and sharing about tons of makeup tips!
As you know, I am very excited whenever you ask me about makeup. I am someone who you can even wake me up middle of the night, asking beauty questions and I will tirelessly enthusiastically answer all your questions! ;)



I had so much FUN recording!
Its an impromptu look "POWER BROWS" we decided to ride on! The IT look all A-lister celebrities & supermodels are wearing on their faces off-duty, on red carpets & on the runways.
Nadirah & KISS team video-ed me transforming Maddy's face with the Power Brows WOW!

Are Power Brows going to stay or go? My personal take on this trend is gonna be as long lived as the ultimate Smokey Eyes & Nude Makeup on the runways too!

WHY???

Power brows, as many didn't know, can make you look suddenly YOUNG, almost erasing 5-8 years off your face! Wow! What an easy anti-aging method, ladies! Oh it isnt just for the ladies!
I personally love thick brows on guys cos I think its really sexyyy!

And you know what? The classic style icon, Audrey Hepburn is the ultimate representation of this look way back then in 1960's. Doesn't she look endearing?

Since Spring 2012, we see lots of repeats in this trend on all the fashion shows and we can't say enough! Cara Delevinge, IT supermodel has brought it back to fame again and many celebrities too!

I always teach this in my makeup workshops, sharing with the ladies, the "1950s overly plucked, highly arched brows" are so DATED passe and oh please, kindly "bring your brows out of the house"!

Brows frame the face like photoframes for the pictures. It anchors your facial features and add strong dimension and impression, making a positive impact with people you meet. People will find you more trustworthy & steady with a pair of nicely groomed brows. Well image you may argue as superficial, guess what? The subconscious mind is at play all the time!

If you are in the sales industry or need to meet people & negotiate deals, definitely brows are your anchors to succeed in power of persuasion!

At the recording, I also shared about

• how to line your eyes with the surefire easiest technique
• how to apply blush and not look like a clown or puffer fish
• why using a primer is so critical to look fresh all day!

These are all recorded on VIDEO too!
You can watch it on Youtube or the link from KISS92 FM website videos. ;)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejfOnx_6lnM

The stuff that make MAGIC!

With my old friend, DJ Maddy Barber! 

Doesn't she look fresh & young like the days in "SPIN" loccal drama years ago? She is such a darling you know! Absolutely LUVE her!!! ;)

OH YES!

Avenue Image collaborates with KISS92 to give away 15 complimentary workshop passes worth $200 each and also launching a GRAND LUCKY DRAW prize in conjunction with International Women's Day!
Listen in and find out how to WIN and earn yourself a WINNING IMAGE course!


For this & more, check out KISS92 FM Website, facebook & best of all, make KISS your Number 1 favorite station to listen on the roads & at work!



~ xoxo, Make Up By Gelainza
Beauty Editor
Live Your Dream