Makeup

In My Zuca: Yaby Cosmetics World of Paints Palette

June 30, 2010 · 1 Comment

Yes folks, it’s time for another In My Zuca post! This is where I bring you the 411 on what I carry in my Zuca rolling case! There’s no denying my love for Yaby Cosmetics. I was first introduced to this brand a few years ago on a makeup forum. I’ve been hooked ever since. I lean on their color products to give me the extra boost needed for print projects. In the Democracy Issue of Twill Magazine, based in Italy, I used Yaby’s World of Paint Palette to complete the eyeshadow look for our fashion editorial, Puppet Theatre, photographed by Ella Manor. Pearl Paint Shades... [Read the full story]

Hair

Which Bridal Hairstyle Do You Like Best? And, Yes, Suave Humidity Defying Hairspray Works

June 25, 2010 · 4 Comments

Suave Professionals Weather Protection 365, Humidity Defying Hairspray was used to tame flyaways on Amber’s down hairstyle in photo #2. I coated each section of hair, used a 1″ curling iron, let each section cool, then gently fingered out the waves. Without the product from Suave, this 90+ degree heat we’re experiencing in Washington, DC would wreck our beautiful down-hairstyle, shown in photo #2. But, one question remains, which look better suits her for her upcoming big day. Tell me, which do you prefer? Leave your answer in the comments section of this post and help Amber... [Read the full story]

Fashion

Gottex at Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week: Welcome Summer With A New Look

June 21, 2010 · 1 Comment

Backstage beauty at Gottex during Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week for Spring/Summer 2010. Black rimmed liner, glowing skin, and pale lips dominated the runway and complimented the elegant swimwear design. M.A.C. Cosmetics used exclusively for the makeup look. Check out this behind-the-scenes video: ------------------- About The Author Victoria Stiles is a make-up artist from Washington, DC working in New York and worldwide for commercial print, editorial fashion, red carpet events and weddings. Victoria’s client roster includes celebrities Roberta Flack, Jordin Sparks, Real Housewives... [Read the full story]

Bath+Body

Exfoliate Dry Skin With Spa Wisdom Africa Salt Scrub from The Body Shop

June 23, 2010 · Leave a Comment

The Body Shop Spa Wisdom Africa Spa Salt Scrub Slough off dry, scaly, skin and take time to cleanse and revitalize. The Body Shop’s Spa Wisdom Africa Spa Salt Srub works on all skin types, particularly those with dry skin who need to exfoliate regularly. How it works: Community Trade organic beeswax moisturizes and conditions skin while acting as a barrier to help seal in moisture. Community Trade shea butter moisturizes and softens skin. Salt grains gently exfoliate skin. I have this product sitting in my shower and I absolutely love the way it leaves my skin feeling. After one use,... [Read the full story]

Skin

Gottex at Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week: Welcome Summer With A New Look

June 21, 2010 · 1 Comment

My Work

In My Zuca: Yaby Cosmetics World of Paints Palette

June 30, 2010 · 1 Comment

WINNER: Sigma Makeup Brush Set Giveaway!

Congratulations Patricia K. from MakeupbyTricia.com, you are the winner of our Sigma Makeup Giveaway! You will receive the Sigma Makeup Travel Kit and Sigma Makeup Professional Brushes Complete Kit! Patricia’s entry: “I have been wanting to try these brushes for the longest time. With some budget constraints and a little one, I haven’t... Read more of this article

In My Zuca: Yaby Cosmetics World of Paints Palette

Weekend Roundup – June 27

Take a look at what our beauty blogging friends were up to this week as summer kicked into high gear. The heat and humidity didn’t slow us down! Kari introduced us to Judith August and her cosmetics line at Fab over Forty. Love this quote: “I was born with a makeup brush in my mouth, not a silver spoon.” Gaia joined the Shiseido... Read more of this article

Which Bridal Hairstyle Do You Like Best? And, Yes, Suave Humidity Defying Hairspray Works

Pucker Up Boys: Origins for Men Lip Remedy Soothing Lip Saver

Dry, cracked lips are not cut, boys. Guys, do us a favor and moisturize your pucker! We’re not in the business of kissing alligators. Check out Origins for Men Lip Remedy Soothing Lip Saver. It contains Menthol and Camphor that sinks right in to soothe, comfort and desensitize cracked, sore, dry lips and relieve dryness. All without a filmy,... Read more of this article

Perfect For Travel: Benefit Brows A-Go-Go

Crave beautiful brows? With this exclusive kit you can line and define your brows AND eyes wherever you go-go. Benefit’s Brows A-Go-Go has got everything you need for a professional eye-look anytime. anywhere. This set is perfect for travel and contains two shades of Brow Zings, brow wax, eyeliner, highlighter powder, eye brightener, mini... Read more of this article

Exfoliate Dry Skin With Spa Wisdom Africa Salt Scrub from The Body Shop

Wishing A Very Happy Birthday To Maxi

If you are a makeup artist, you should know my good friend, Maxi. I first met the über-creative Maxi at The Makeup Show NYC in 2009. He was working and promoting a favorite line of mine, OCC Makeup. It was hard not to spot Maxi, the stand-out “character” on Lifetime’s reality series, Blush: Search For The Next Great Makeup Artist,... Read more of this article