Kim Carpluk

http://kimcarpluk.com

Bio

Kim Carpluk is a New York University grad living in and beautifying New York City, one liquid-lined eye at a time. When she's not exploring the newest cosmetic innovation, she's creating YouTube content under the name ArtPluck. Kim's favorite things include David Bowie in the movie Labyrinth, rainbow badass unicorns, Dole Whip from Disneyland, and glitter. Lots and lots of glitter.

Makeup To Enhance Your Resting Bitch Face

Have you ever been criticized for not smiling, or told in earnest that you'd "look nicer if you smiled more?" Do you walk down the street minding your own damn business, only to encounter strangers who have something to say about your face? If this…

This Quiz Could Help You Find The Fragrance You Were Born To Wear

Admittedly, I have a slight quiz addiction. Determine my Hogwarts House by analyzing the images of chewed dog togs I select? I'm in. Figure out my age by asking me to pick my favorite photo of a pizza? You bet. Naturally, when I heard about the…

15 Makeup Organizing Hacks (So You'll Never Lose That Lip Gloss Again)

You are known amongst your friends as the one with the goods. If someone needs an aquamarine chunky glitter for a party, you are here for them. Makeup Muggles turn to you with all their magical makeup questions. They ask your opinions on Benefit's…

How To Recreate Your Favorite '90s Beauty Trends With Stuff You Can Buy Right Now

Right now, no decade is trendier than the '90s. Kylie Jenner rocks lip liner and brown lipstick. Chokers somehow found their way back onto the necks of thousands. Even chunky body glitter is having a moment. If you're digging that throwback vibe,…

These Halloween Makeup Tutorials Were Inspired By Your Favorite Pieces Of Fine Art

You no longer have to trek to a museum to see your favorite painting hung within it's walls. Just open Instagram or YouTube instead. Fine art has been making a resurgence within mainstream makeup media. If you're in need of a little inspiration,…

These Halloween Makeup Tutorials Are Actually A Lot Easier Than They Look

Halloween is just around the corner, and that means it's time to get your life together and figure out what you're going to rock to all those fun parties you're going to. If you're having trouble finding a costume, don't fret: There are plenty of …

Here's How To Make Fake Blood Using Only Makeup

I adore Halloween: Give me a little glam, a little gore, and I'm really in my element. But the one thing I can't stand spending money on costumes and accessories I'll never wear again. For example, I own a bottle of Ben Nye fake blood. I've had it…

Here's How To Do A Rounded Cat Eye So You Can Curve All The Haters

From Lady Gaga to Tom Ford, the unconventional rounded cat eye is all the rage these days. If you're over the "so sharp it could cut someone" wings of yesteryear and are ready for something more well-rounded, look no further: The look is totally…

I Tried A Full Face Of Squiggle Makeup To See If This Viral Trend Could Ever Be Cute

If you're a beauty-loving being with a smartphone, you've definitely seen squiggle makeup by now. What started as an innocent photoshopped image has now turned viral makeup trends topsy turvy. If you were considering attempting this wavy trend IRL,…

Tess Holliday On Fame, Feminism, & The Not So Subtle Art Of Being Fat

Tess Holliday breezed into Bustle HQ on one of New York City's muggiest August days. Right away, she admitted that her black and white button down and faux leather skirt weren't helping with the sweltering heat. Still, it took a mere moment to touch…