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Marilyn Monroe Make-up Guide

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Monroe’s makeup was flawless and iconic. Her makeup style was always the same, so you can re-create the look quite easily.

The Face
Items:
Foundation: Mac – Studio Fix Fluid
Concealer: Benefit - Playstick
Powder: Mac – Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder

(Monroe used to use Erno Lazlo Face Powder, This can still be found on a search through ebay!)

Vaseline

You will need foundation to start with, apply over the face with a brush. Cover dark circles under the eyes with a concealer. Finally cover the face with a translucent powder. It was said that Marilyn would rub a little Vaseline on her face to get a shine and glow. It also softens the skin.

The Eyes
Items:
Mascara: Yves Saint Laurent – Mascara Singulier Waterproof in Vibrant Black
Eyeliner: White and Black
White: Mac - Eye-Kohl in Fascinating to Shop
Black: Benefit - BADgirl Liner Waterproof in Black
Eye shadow: (Brown shades) Elizabeth Arden - Beautiful Color Eye Shadow in Cinnamon

Marilyn used a lot of Elizabeth Arden Make-up and her eye shadow was often from Elizabeth Arden
Fake Eyelashes

Apply the eye shadow, and then add two coats of mascara to the eyelashes. Apply false eyelash strips (not individual ones) finally add white liner to the inside of the eyes, and dark eyeliner across the upper lash line.


The Lips
Items:
Lipstick: Guerlain Kiss Kiss (Insolence De Rouge) (Number 522) (Red is vital for the lips!)

Apply some Vaseline over the lipstick for a glossy look. (This is what Marilyn used to do)

The Cheeks
Items:
Blusher: Mac – Glamour Daze Powder Blush
Highlighter: Elizabeth Arden – Pure Finish Highlighter

The Nails
Marilyn had perfect nails, and she always painted her nails red to match her lips.

I recommend the following nail varnishes to create the perfect glamorous look.

Essie Nail Polish in Red Nouveau
OPI Nail Polish in The Spy Who Loved Me
OPI Nail Polish in Color So Hot It Berns


By: Jade

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