DIY--Beauty
DIY ethic and culture is synonomous with ladies starting out in the world of pin-up and burlesque. Pincurl understands starting out on a budget, and we're here to help. Visit our DIY pages for tips on how to Do It Yourself in everything from costuming and decorating, to crafting and entertaining!
DIY: The Perfect Shave
DIY- The Perfect Shave While winter is the time when most are considering becoming lazy with their shaving, those of us in the industry don’t get a break of being perfectly shaving under unforgiving spotlights. Here’s some of the best tips we’ve gathered for getting the perfect shave and avoiding unsightly bumps and razor burn. Step 1: Sugar Scrub This step is great for prepping the skin before... [Read more]
DIY: Calavera Make-Up
Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is one of the most unique holidays in the world. Originating in Mexico, it is a celebration of the lives of those who have passed, and an invitation for them to return to visit for a day. More recently, it has become an American pop culture obsession. Want to join in on the celebration? Enjoy this handy DIY make-up tutorial on calavera, or skull, make-up applications. Watch... [Read more]
DIY: Pompadour
Are you a gal looking to rock a pompadour? Check out this neat little video tutorial: Embedded version doesn’t work? Click HERE Read More →
DIY- 30 Sec Victory Rolls
In a pinch for time? Check out this video tutorial for 30 sec victory rolls! Read More →
DIY Beauty : The Smokey Eye
Want to get the dramatic smokey eye look in just 5 minutes? This video starts with explaining that the holidays are coming, but burlesque starlets and glamour gals don’t need to wait for the holidays for dramatic make-up! Read More →
Hair Rats
What is a hair rat? They are extra padding that were used back in the day to add volume and make those classic hairstyles easier to achieve. Historically, hair rats were made from the hair of the wearier. Women would simply gather the stray hairs caught in their brushes, when they had a pretty significant amount, they roll them with their hands until a tight sausage shape was achieved and viola-... [Read more]
DIY Vintage Hair in Under Five Minutes
We found a great little video on achieving great vintage hairstyles in under 5 minutes. Enjoy! 5 Min 1940’s hairdo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2QyEWv4WDo Read More →
Pin-Up Makeup
Vintage Half Moon Manicure
Originally posted here: http://www.queensofvintage.com/we-love-vintage-manicures/4 We love vintage manicures by Lena The most noticeable difference to today’s manicures is in the painting technique. It was considered to be a sign of good breeding during the late Twenties and early Thirties, to paint only part of the nail, leaving the moons and the tips un-coloured. It may be more time consuming... [Read more]
Ask a Makeup Artist: Red Lipstick
Almost all of the big name pin-up models wear red lipstick. All of the modern beauty magazines say not to line your lips when wearing red, and to do minimal eye make-up. When I try and wear red, I’m just not pulling it off. How can I successfully create the vintage pinup look with red lipstick? — Samantha in Houston Samantha in Houston, Red lips are a classic pinup look and can pick... [Read more]
