so color correcting has SUDDENLY become hype. but i’m going to tell you a little secret… it’s nothing new! our job as makeup artists are to correct and perfect, so naturally we’ve done this since…well…the beginning of time. we paint faces and our very first lesson was color theory. like a hair stylist, WE DUN … Continue reading
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weekend makeup look
as a makeup artist – working on faces day in and day out, I become too exhausted sometimes to do my own! I’ll never get tired of glammin’ others but for some reason, when it comes to my own face- I like to go au natural…especially when I’m off duty! with that being said, I … Continue reading
Valentine’s Day Glam- Soft Pinks
BASE: Primed skin with Odacite Dull Skin Oil + Laura Mercier Primer HOURGLASS Vanish Stick in Sand Highlight with NARS Radiant Concealer in Vanilla BLUSH: HOURGLASS Ambient Lighting Powder in Mood Light (use cheeks, eyes, nose) MAC Blush in Pink Swoon (Apples of the cheek) HIGHLIGHTER: MAC Soft & Gentle **Tip: Use MAC Prep & … Continue reading
december faves
i’m obsessed right now with hues of sugarplum, mauve, soft purples and as always…….naturally radiant skin my latest december go-to’s are: NARS Blush in Mata Hari (no shimmer, gives the perfect glow with an almost lilac hue) TOM FORD Lipstick in Thomas (semi matte formula stays on longer than usual, and the color is a … Continue reading
day to night holiday TOP 3
these 3 things are what you ABSOLUTELY need to glam up you from a day — > a night look in a pinch! Lashes Liquid liner Longwear Lipcolor If you’ve never worn lashes or a cat eye, this is the time to try and not feel overdone. It is the ultimate classic duo! ❤ My … Continue reading
rose gold glow
watch the look in action here Eyes: MAC prime pot in Urban Decay shadows (from original NAKED palette) MAC pigment in rose Lise Watier Liner in Gold MAC liner in Smouldering MAC lashes #35 Lips: MAC lipstick in Ravishing MAC lipgloss in Nice Buzz Face: Anna Sui concealer in 01 Stila convertible color blush in … Continue reading
living room inspo
this winter my goal is to complete my condo living space to mine (+ boyfriends) personal style ❤ if it were all up to me – it would be tres girly and glam. however, I have 2 opposing males (my cat Nero – pictured here *heart eyes* and my boyfriend) SO – instead I dream of … Continue reading
H O L I D A Y L O O K S – Classic Look
3 simple looks you can try this holiday season! check my quick how-to video HERE Eyes- YSL Eye Primer 01 MAC Shadows: soba, cork, brun MAC liner: smouldering Charlotte Tilbury Mascara Ardell single lashes in short and medium Stila Mag Metal in Comex Copper Lips- MAC Half Red lipliner MAC Viva Glam 3 lipstick Lipfusion … Continue reading
get a product that can do both
straight to the point – makeup starts with skin. so it’s important to find cooperative skincare to your makeup routine; but even better if you can find skincare products that enhance your makeup ! ❤ See below info on this week’s FAVES MEREDESSO Lip Treat Why I love it: nourishes your pout, prevents drying out the … Continue reading