Winter Makeup Trends 2012

The wind and cold conditions that it brings along only adds to the dryness. With the onset of winters, your makeup also needs to go major change.

* Winters calls for more defined eyes. So, you should use a chocolate brown or charcoal liner along your upper lashes.

* A good idea to opt for neutral shades of makeup, such as light browns, grays, pinks and purples.

* If you want to draw attention to only one area of your face during winter, it is best to put emphasis on your eyes. A smoky eye look will work well during this time of year.

* Keep your lips moisturized in order to prevent them from becoming cracked and dry. It is a good idea to apply a lip-gloss throughout the day.

* A bit of sheen on eyes can be used too for a change, especially if you are using nude shades on your lips.

* Either your moisturizer or your foundation should have broad-spectrum sun protection.

* A light, matt foundation as well as a tinted powder, with a slight shimmer, look great in winters.

* For fragrance, it is best to stick to essence of essential oils, spices and other natural aromas.

* Smokey eyes look best in winters. For sultry effect, you can use eye shadows in cinnamon and coffee shades.

* A sheer layer of creamy blush-on can boost up the subtle makeup look that you adopt in winters.

* Tinted lip balms, in honey, blackberry and red currant tones, look great in the winter season