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" Yes, metallic makeup can be intimidating, but if you wear the right shade and apply it correctly it can really work to your advantage. Take Allison Williams for example. She put a fresh spin on a classic smoky eye by replacing a gray base shadow with a metallic silver one to create a stunning, shimmery effect.  If you&amp;#039;ve never worn metallic makeup\u2014or want to but are intimidated by it\u2014here are a few things you need to know before swiping it on: &amp;quot;Wearing metallic makeup is a trend that lasts because it&amp;#039;s like putting on a great accessory,&amp;quot; says makeup artist Carmindy. &amp;quot;If you&amp;#039;re looking for a subtle effect that&amp;#039;s easy to wear, go for a cream-based eye shadow and blend it in so it&amp;#039;s sheered out\u2014or lightly sweep on a powder shadow, which will also allow your skin to show through for a less dramatic finish. To make a more intense statement, layer on the cream shadow or reach for a highly pigmented powder.&amp;quot; &amp;quot;When picking metallics, look for refined shimmers rather than glitter to avoid looking like a disco ball,&amp;quot; she adds. And be sure to choose a color that best suits your skin tone. Carmindy recommends silvers and platinum, if you&amp;#039;re fair; bronzes and golds, if you have olive skin; and any of the aforementioned shades, if you have darker skin. Looking for a universal shade that everyone can pull off? Try rose gold. Applying this stuff is easier than you think. Carmindy suggests experimenting with your metallic shadow by applying a some onto the center of your upper lid. &amp;quot;Or, try a speck of gold on the inside corners of your eyes to make them look bright and sparkling,&amp;quot; she says. If you feel comfortable wearing the shimmery shadow, then go all out and brush it on from your lash line to your crease. Next, apply a small bit of metallic eye shadow under your lower lashline, and finally finish off your look with eyeliner and mascara. &amp;quot;Just remember that when you&amp;#039;re playing up your eyes and making them the focus, you want to keep the rest of your face fairly neutral,&amp;quot; she adds. &amp;quot;So opt for tawny and rosy browns on the lips and cheeks.&amp;quot; So, Cosmo girls, are you going to give metallic makeup a go this holiday season? Go ahead, we dare you! Follow Carly Cardellino on Facebook and Twitter. "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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