Nikki Bella Makeup Tutorial

I love me some wrestling. Yes, I know it's fake. No, I don't care. Do you watch soap operas for scripted shows? It's the same thing. Anyway, aside from a little bit on animosity towards her for dating my man (John Cena), Nikki Bella is one of my fashion icons. I love her sense of style. If you follow her on Instagram (@thenikkibella) you've probably already seen some of the risks she takes with her fashion, but it all works.

 

So on this beautiful Tuesday, otherwise known as Nikki Bella Pose Tuesday, I decided to transform into this WWE Diva. How'd I do?

 

 

So how'd I create this look?

 

1. Apply a pore minimizing primer to your entire face. Rimmel London Fix & Perfect Foundation Primer

2. Apply your favorite foundation to your entire face. Select a color as close to your skin tone as possible. I used Maybelline New York Dream Matte Mousse Foundation Nude.

3. Next is the contouring process. I used a foundation a few shades lighter than my complexion and a foundation a few shades darker than my complexion.  I suggest using L'Oreal Paris True Match Super-Blendable Compact Makeup. This compact is very easy to blend and feels so light. For tips on contouring, check out the Ultimate Cheat Sheet for Contouring from PopSugar.

4. To really accentuate my cheekbones like Nikki does with her contouring, I used my bh cosmetics Contour & Blush Palette.

5. I lined my eyelids with Maybelline New York Ultra Liner Liquid Eye Liner.

6. Next I applied my Eylure Naturalites Double Lashes.

7. Once they were dried I applied a coat of mascara to the top and bottom lashes and used my liquid liner to go over my top lash line and lower lash line.

8. On my lids, I used e.l.f. Studio Baked Eyeshadow in Toasted with Moonlight Serenade in the crease. 

9. Lastly I applied a combo of Gerard Cosmetics 1995 Lipstick and Gerard Cosmetics Nude Lipgloss and voila!

 

Nikki Bella or Kelly Moran....I can't tell! (I wish!)

 



 

Q&A with Beauty Vlogger Stephanie Ledda sml_x0

Her followers know her as SML_x0, I know her as Stephanie Ledda vlogger extraordinaire. Her YouTube channel is full of tutorials to create the hottest makeup looks and hairstyles. Ledda has quite the following which has led to her work with Maybelline, Style Haul, and Wet n' Wild. Yours truly had the privilege of talking with the makeup maven for a Fashion Minute exclusive Q & A.

 

 

 

You’ve definitely secured your title as a top beauty vlogger. What inspired you to pursue makeup and beauty?

 

I've always been a girly girl so it was easy for me to pursue something I'm so interested in. It all started when I was bored one day in my college dorm and I discovered the YouTube beauty community. I just had to be a part of it!

How do you decide the topics for your videos?

 

I usually ask my viewers what they'd like to see from me. Or I'll be inspired by something I saw online or in a magazine.

 

Working with Maybelline and Style Haul is every girl’s dream and a major accomplishment. How does it feel to know thousands of girls view your videos and make your tutorials a part of their everyday makeup routine?

 

It is SO rewarding. I am so lucky and blessed to be in the position I'm in. I'm very grateful and I always try to remain as humble as possible. I never want people to think I'm bragging or being showy. 

I’m sure you receive a ton of freebies to feature in your videos. What are some of your favorites you’ve received?

My favorites have been my SKR hair extensions. They are a must have in my opinion! Also, Michael Todd  organic skincare products. They can be pretty pricey!

Your hair always looks flawless in your videos. What are your go-to styling products?

 My must have is Moroccan oil right now. It makes my hair so shiny and soft. Also, I hardly ever wash my hair! That's my secret lol.  

I see so many girls who try to pull off makeup that isn’t suited for their skin tone. What’s a neutral look that compliments all skin tones?

Personally, I love to use my face powder as an eyeshadow color in my crease. That way you know it will blend well and match your skintones! I also love to use bronzers as eyeshadow as well. 

 

I must admit, I am always on the hunt for the lipstick shades you wear in your Instagram photos. What are your top 3 must-have shades for winter?

My top 3 would have to be: Wet N Wild Ferguson Crest Cabernet, Rimmel Bordeaux, and Wet n Wild Fergie Daily (an all year round fav!) 

 

I’m a fan of a bold eye, with dramatic lashes. Any tips on how to apply fake lashes and what brands are best?

 

I love LashBrat, Ardell and Such a Tease Lashes. Cut them to your eye shape/size and use tweezers to apply them :)

 

You’re not just talented with a makeup brush and curling iron. Your fashion sense is impeccable. Where do you look to for outfit inspirations?

I love Khloe Kardashian! Her style is amazing! And of course all the Instagram bloggers!

  

Any favorite winter fashion trends?

 I'm all about leather accents.. Oh and scarves! They accessorize any blah outfit. 

Lastly, I must know, what does a makeup maven like yourself have on her beauty wish list this Christmas?

I'm asking Santa for the Clarisonic Mia 2! Beautiful skin is key to beautiful makeup!