Get Your Makeup Bag Ready for Fall

If you didn't catch my radio segment this morning (or you did and you're diggin everything Fall and want more) then you have to read on for how you can upgrade your makeup bag to be ready for Fall 2013 with just a few products!

Deep Burgundy Lipstick

nothing says 'Fall' like the perfect semi-matte dark lip!  This year the deep plums and burgundy shades have it - and its vampy and sexy!







My pics: Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick in  "Shame" ($23 at Sephora)



Metallic Eyes

New York Fashion Week has been showing us that metallic lids are still hot - and for Fall they are featured in deeper shades (rather than light silver, think plums and bronze)


My pick?  Stila's NEW Magnificent Metals Shadow ($16 at Sephora)

This super rich pigment is so amazing, it needs its own applicator serum!
When you combine the waterproof liquid with this 'foil' you get supreme coverage for a bold look that is incredible!


Smudging Crayon

Whats hot now is this messy smudged look, preferably in deep matte shades



look how with a lighter color how fun this trend is (it doesn't have to just be black)


My pick?
Tarte SmolderEYES Smudging Crayon $22 at Sephora (Its even waterproof!)
http://www.sephora.com/smoldereyes-amazonian-clay-waterproof-liner-P290630?skuId=1345339

Its complete with smudging sponge to help you achieve that perfect 'messy' look!

Check out this look, it has a bit of all three elements of the fall trends!


Bonus Fall Trend?  Check out a mossy green nail polish!



It's a HOT color for Fall!!

My Pick? Zoya's Polish in Shawn $8 (Salon Plus in Destiny Mall)
http://www.zoya.com/content/item/Zoya/Zoya-Nail-Polish-Shawn.html
It's the perfect shade to pull off this trend!

At Home Pedicure Tips

Sorry gals, but sandal season is coming to an end

the good news?  You don't have to splurge on salon pedicures every few weeks,

because you can try my at home tricks to extend your pedicured feet during the fall (when an occasional open toe option might come up) and the winter (when its important to keep feet hydrated and cared for)

When you're ready to spend about 20 minutes on at at home pedicure, time it when you're getting out the shower or bath, with polish removed PRIOR, so that the skin and cuticles are softened up.
After removing polish, cut and file toe nails.  Its best not to do this after they have soaked
When trimming nails, leave a bit of length to avoid over-growth:


If you've neglected your feet for a while, you might need to push back and trim some of the cuticles, but be cautious not to over-do it!

trimming cuticles should be maintenance on already flared cuticles or hang-nails, don't over trim.  If you do trim them, make sure you're diligent about hydrating the nail area with cream or cuticle oily often - the drier the skin the more hang-nails you'll get

Apply a foot treatment to breakdown and remove dead skin
I love Julep Pedi Prep and File

www.julep.com (appx $20)
which has a glycolic enzyme that rolls on easily and in 2 minutes loosens dead skin to be gently scraped off!  I love this product, it saves you lots of scrubbing and scraping time!

File heels
 You can use the Julep file, but of you want more of a heavy duty exfoliate, check out a PedEgg

($10 at Bed Bath & Beyond)

Ped Egg is gentle but really works. You can use PedEgg on wet or dry skin.  I recommend doing both periodically to get the best benefits

Hydrate Skin
Hey, while you're at Bed, Bath & Beyond, pick up an O'Keefe's Foot Cream for $8

You apply this as much as daily in to seal tiny cracks in the skin, where dry, colder air gets in and causes scaly, dry feet!  Yuck!  Best when applied on damp skin out of the bath or shower.

Polish
First, you might want to spend some time with your toe nails 'polish free' to let them breath.  A yellowing of the nail can occur with prolonged polish use, which is totally normal.  If you notice it doesn't go away on its own after a few days, some fresh squeezed lemon juice on a Qtip, rubbed on the nail will whiten it right up!

If you do wear polish, check out a fun Fall color, like these shades from Zoya, $8 at Salon Plus store in Destiny or on www.zoya.com


PS- the green is incredible in person!

If you don't have a steady hand, try the toe separators to make it easier

and keep an orange stick handy to clean up stray polish around the nail bed

and make sure that you seal the polish with Top Coat, I like Orly Top Coat, $8 at Ulta, because its thick and provides long wear chip-resistance.  Re-Apply every week

Now you've got the tips and tricks to maintain your pedicure though the chilly months!