Monday, January 7, 2013

My Next Event

I'll be at the Justin's Grill Bridal Show on February 3rd, showcasing some of my makeup artistry and booking appointments for bridal parties for 2013!!!

For more information about Justin's Grill and their events, contact their banquet manager, Heather, at
heather@justins-grill.com

Makeup Application Services

Thanks for tuning into Bridge Street this morning!

My makeup application and eyelash extension prices are to the right on the page, please contact me to book your event today!

Sunday, January 6, 2013

Need a skin detox from blemishes and bad texture?

The Dr. is in!  Dr.Jart+ that is!
dr-jart

I just became a serious fan of this brand's new BB Cream, specifically to 'detox' skin from blemishes, uneven skin tone, rough texture ALL while protecting skin from further damage!

Black Label Detox BB Beauty Balm:
 Dr. Jart+ - Black Label Detox BB Beauty Balm
($36 at Sephora)
http://www.sephora.com/product/productDetail.jsp?skuId=1422617&productId=P374568

What's BB Cream Again?
Beauty Balms or B.B. Creams were originally developed as a perfect post-procedure cream used to treat, hydrate, prime, protect, and camouflage the skin. Great for all skin types including those with sensitive skin, these versatile “five-in-one” formulas are designed to do it all: treat with high levels of active skin care ingredients; moisturize and smooth dehydrated skin; prime and perfect skin’s surface; camouflage and color correct the skin tone; and protect skin from the sun with SPF. They can be used as a last step for their skincare benefits or used on their own as an instant beautifier. [from sephora.com]

 As if the phrase 'black label' wasn't glamorous enough, (feels exclusive!) it also hydrates skin while fighting acne and the elements, with an SPF 25 that doesn't feel greasy!

Recommended Partner:
This product works best with a setting powder, I constantly use Tarte's 'Smooth Operator" Amazonian Clay Pore-Reducing and Mattifying Powder
Tarte - Smooth Operator™ Micronized Clay Finishing Powder with PM20™
($28 a Sephora)
http://www.sephora.com/smooth-operator-micronized-clay-finishing-powder-with-pm20-P266113?skuId=1261114

A setting powder seals makeup and provides a layer of absorbent micro-powder to reduce oily shine & reduce the look of pores.  The transparency of it keeps it from looking or feeling cakey on top of the BB Cream (or foundation)

Shout out to my salon!

You ever have that feeling when you really LOVE your hair?  Well, that's me, and it's because of my outstanding hair stylist, Teresa, at KARMA Salon in Liverpool!

http://karmasalon-spa.com/salon/

scared of black eyeliner?

If someone says black eyeliner, do you immediately think THIS:


Ahhh!  It doesn't have to be like that, but i get it, bold black liner can be intimidating for a lot of people.  well, break out of the mindset that black eyeliner is all there is....and try

PLUM
&
OLIVE

That's right!  You can go with a more natural look that works with most shadows, without making you feel like you've overdone it, especially if you work in a more casual environment and bold makeup just doesn't work!

Plums

My favorite plum liners are Urban Decay's 24/7 liner in '1999' (ironically, the year I graduated High School!)

Its fool proof because it can be layered to get a more dramatic look, but just a swipe of it adds definition that works on everyone!

For the liquid liner lover, I am really into Sephora brand liquid liner in "Black Purple" (even better, its only $12!)
SEPHORA COLLECTION - Long-Lasting 12HR Wear Eye Liner

Olives

best for blue and brown eyes, olive is actually brightening!

For pencil users, check out Tarte's thick liner with a built in smudger to give yourself the perfect level of definition (or lack thereof)
Tarte - SmolderEYES Amazonian Clay Waterproof Liner
($25 at Sephora)

For those of you regularly use liquid liners, or are looking to try your first one, I am really loving my Eyeko Olive Liquid Liner

it has one of the best applicators out there, that applies with the lightest of touches and it LASTS ALL DAY!!!!  (read: great for beginners)
and the fact that its a softer color means that a tiny shake of the hand isn't going to make you look like a hot mess!!
NEW! at Sephora (retails at $15)
http://www.sephora.com/skinny-liquid-eyeliner-P310736?skuId=1429752

I highly recommend that beauty novices try these shades!

Friday, January 4, 2013

Finally! A gold shimmer that WORKS!!!

I am THRILLED with one of the little items that was in my Christmas stocking this year (my hubby is THAT good!), which was a Chanel Illusion D'Ombre Longwear Eyeshadow in "Vision"


It pairs INCREDIBLY with their winter limited edition quad

(which also made it in the stocking!)

but what I love, is that it is the perfect amount of shimmer.  It is 'glittery' but its also very smooth, crease less and it adds instant eye-popping drama to ANY shadow!

If you already have Chanel's 'Aparence' it is very similar, but note that this one is true gold


What I am REALLY liking about it, is that you can layer it over a Rosey-pink and you get this flawless rose-gold (my current obsession) blend that is so brightening, people will think you just woke up from a 7 year nap!  HA!

Check out how I layered it over pink eyeshadow:


In this look I'm loving the gold on the inner corner and the rose gold all over the lid


Go for a rose-gold look by wearing the colors separately


Monday Jan 7th at 10am, TUNE IN!

Hi followers!!  I am thrilled to have the opportunity to appear on Channel 9's show, Bridge Street, this Monday at 10am! 

Details about the show:
http://www.9wsyr.com/content/bridge_street/default.aspx

If you follow my blog, then you know that I am obsessed with beauty products and I love to apply makeup and make people look and feel their best!  This is an incredible opportunity, I am so glad that my mom and best friend have encouraged me to keep blogging and to make time in my life for doing what I love.

I'll be speaking about eyelash extensions, and actually applying them on the show!  I will also talk about my services, favorite products and my blog!



Thank you to everyone that follows and supports me!