2010 January

Skin Care: In My Zuca

January 14, 2010 By Victoria 5 Comments

Skin care is the basis for every makeup application. It is important to properly prep skin before applying any sort of cosmetics, particularly foundation. If the skin is not hydrated prior to blending foundation throughout your face, the makeup can grab on to dry patches and loose skin resulting in a not-so-flawless finish.

Embryolisse 24 Hour Miracle Cream and Embryolisse Eye Contour Treatment are both staples in my Zuca.

The Embryolisse 24 Hour Miracle Cream can act as a foundation primer or even a makeup remover. The 24 Hour Miracle Cream is a rich moisturizer that is not greasy, leaving skin soft and hydrated.

Embryolisse Eye Contour Treatment is a non-greasy eye treatment that has been specially formulated for the fragile area around the eyes. This multi-purpose product acts to improve skin tone, firm skin, and reduce the appearance of small wrinkles and crow’s feet.

These products can be purchased from www.PaintandPowderStore.com

Products featured in this post may have been received complimentary for review from a public relations professional. Please view our DISCLOSURE page for more information.
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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 of New York’s Jill Zarin, and publications Glamour, O Magazine, Vogue, Surface, Virginia Living, and Washingtonian. Stiles’ expertise in make-up is frequently called upon by local and National publications. Recent articles in Washingtonian, Real Simple, Women’s Health, American Baby, and Northern Virginia Magazine showcases and quotes her knowledge in make-up and labels her as an industry leader.

In addition to artistry, Stiles is a presenter for The Powder Group-- an organization uniting makeup artists worldwide with relevant industry information and career guidance. She has presented seminars nationally at The Artist Summit and The Makeup Shows.

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Filed Under: In My Zuca, Skin Tagged With: embryolisse, In My Zuca, makeup kit, Skin, zuca

Hand Care: Infectiguard Lotion Hand Sanitizer

January 13, 2010 By Victoria Leave a Comment

If dry winter weather is not harsh enough on hands, try washing your hands multiple times per day and sanitizing in between clients! My hands are the first thing my clients see. If they are dry, chapped, or even cracked, it can be a turn-off for the people whose faces I apply makeup to!

Infectiguard™, www.infectiguard.com, a new line of skin-friendly lotion-formula hand sanitizers, offers these tips for beautiful hands year-round, even in the harshest of winters and the scariest of flu seasons. Experts say it’s all about moisture, maintenance and protection.

For the love of gloves: Let your hands live a sheltered life. In winter, wear warm gloves when stepping out into the chilly air. Always use rubber gloves for housework and dishwashing to protect against drying hot water, chemicals and detergents. And at the gym, don a pair of training gloves. These not only wick away sweat, but they cushion your palms and help prevent getting callouses from repeated use of the equipment.

Washing: Especially during flu season, washing with soap and water is a necessary evil. But not all soaps are created equal. Public restroom soaps – including those at your office – are the worst offenders in terms of chemical ingredients. Consider bringing your own kinder, gentler supply. An idea to try: Apartment 5 “Soaps on the Go” soap sheets.

Kill germs, not your hands: Hand sanitizers may be de rigueur, but traditional gel formulas don’t do your fingers any favors. Try Infectiguard’s innovative lotion version. Moisturizing ingredients like aloe vera and vitamin E make Infectiguard as soft on the skin as it is hard on germs. You’d never know from the smooth results that the formula contains 62% alcohol – mandated by the Centers for Disease Control to kill bacteria.Cuticles: Perfectly groomed cuticles make your hands the picture of health. But don’t try cutting yours at home – leave that to experts at the salon. Instead, try mild manual exfoliation with a washcloth, or with a microexfoliant powder. Then massage in plenty of cuticle oil.

Moisturize and pamper: You simply can’t moisturize your hands too much, especially in winter. Rub in a rich, shea butter-infused cream a few times a day. And give your hard-working, computer-weary hands a delightful massage at the same time. Place a dollop of cream on one palm, lace your fingers together and rub it in with the opposite thumb. Repeat on the other side, and then massage cream onto the backs of the hands, working it up each individual finger.

Manicures: Keep your nails pretty with a salon or at home manicure. When your nails look good, you’ll have greater incentive to treat them right.

Filed Under: Bath+Body, Skin Tagged With: dry weather skin care, hand care, infectiguard, lotion hand sanitzer

Makeup Artist Favorites For Eye Shadow Primer

January 13, 2010 By Victoria Leave a Comment

Searching for a product to prevent eyeshadow from creasing? Or maybe a product to hold eyeshadow on longer than lunchtime? Search no further! The following products not only prevent eyeshadow creasing, they seal shadow for an all day hold! Simply apply one of the following product suggestions from lid to brow before applying your shadows on top!

M.A.C. Cosmetics Paint Pot: Light to medium skin tones, try M.A.C.’s Paint Pot in Bare Study. Medium-dark to Dark tones, try Constructivist.

Urban Decay Eye Shadow Potion: For all skin tones try their new shade, Eden. Eden is a nude matte shade exclusive to Sephora.

Filed Under: Makeup Tagged With: eyeshadow, mac cosmetics, paint pot, prevent creasing, primer, primer potion

My Wedding In A Week Washington DC

January 12, 2010 By Victoria Leave a Comment

WeddingWire has teamed up with MIX 107.3 FM and the Washington Bridal Showcase to give one lucky couple from the Washington, DC Metro area a dream wedding BUT they only have one week to plan!

Beginning January 4th, we encourage local couples to enter to win a $50,000 wedding. With the help of our team of wedding professionals, including hair and makeup services by Victoria Stiles Makeup, you will get it all, from the dress to the reception and everything in between. Give us a week and we will give you a wedding!

CONTEST DETAILS
Jan 4 to Jan 21:	Registration Period
January 22:	Top 5 finalists selected
January 22 to 28:	Voting Period
January 29:	Winning Couple Announced
Feb 1 to 5:	Wedding Week
February 5:	Wedding Day!

Please visit Mix 107.3 for more details on how to enter! Good Luck!

Filed Under: Events, Wedding Tagged With: contest, giveaway, mix 107.3, wedding event, wedding in a week, wedding wire

Jergens: A Natural Glow For An All Over Sun-Kissed Look

January 12, 2010 By Victoria Leave a Comment

I recently received an email from a client who had a spray tan disaster. Her event day was fast approaching so she decided to exfoliate all over to soften the orange glow. The exfoliation left her skin uneven and splotchy. Since her event day was right around the corner, I wanted to be careful with advising her. The last thing I would want her to do is take drastic measures to even out her skin tone!

My suggestion? Jergens Natural Glow Healthy Complexion Daily Moisturizer UVA/UVB SPF 20. This product, just $8.99, is complexion protection with a healthy glow. The moisturizer illuminates skin by combining Erythrulose and DHA to gradually develop a healthy glow. The one-of-a-kind moisturizer also shields from everyday sun exposure with broad-sprectrum UVA/UVB protection. Because this product gently enhances skin tone over time, I thought this would be the perfect product suggestion to softly even her skin tone.

Dermatologist-tested, oil-free and non-comedogenic, this product carries the Skin Cancer Foundation seal, meaning the highly regarded organization considers the formula an effective, powerful sunscreen.

Available in Fair to Medium and Medium to Tan, this product is ideal for use throughout the year!

WHERE TO FIND: Grocery, mass retailers and drugstores nationwide

Filed Under: Bath+Body, Hot Now Tagged With: glow easy with jergens, jergens, natural glow healthy complexion daily moisturizer, self tanner

Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week Schedule Announced Fall Winter 2010

January 11, 2010 By Victoria Leave a Comment

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Schedule Announced
Fall/Winter 2010 Designer Collections will walk on Bryant Park’s final runways

Backstage Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week S/S 2010 Photo by Victoria Stiles

New York, NY (January 11, 2010) – From February 11-18, 2010, during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week (MBFW), thousands of fashion industry professionals will come together in Bryant Park’s iconic Tents for one last week before MBFW re-locates to Lincoln Center in September.

Starting off a New Year and new global fashion cycle, the retailers, reporters and editors are eager to see the Collections from the world’s established and up-and-coming designers, and how this creative community sets the tones and trends for what we will wear in Fall/Winter 2010.

“As we close a chapter in the history of our event, IMG is excited to be working with Lincoln Center, the CFDA and the City to create a new home for the fashion industry at Lincoln Center,” said Peter Levy, SVP and Managing Director of IMG Fashion Worldwide. “We are looking forward, with our partners, to rolling out our plans in the coming months.”

“All of us at IMG Fashion are excited about the outstanding and stellar lineup which has come together from around the world to share in this historic Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week,” said Fern Mallis, SVP of IMG Fashion. “This will be a significant season, as we reflect on 17 years, 31 seasons and close to 2,500 fashion shows in Bryant Park that have launched many careers….from Designers to Editors, Models, Producers, Celebrities, TV Commentators and Reality Shows. We all also look forward to the change – and September’s move to Damrosch Park in Lincoln Center.”

Saluting and showing in Bryant Park, and Associate Member shows on Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week ‘s schedule are: BCBGMAXAZRIA, Richard Chai, Duckie Brown, Toni Maticevski, Ports 1961, Anne Bowen, La Perla, Farah Angsana, The Heart Truth’s Red Dress Collection 2010, Cynthia Steffe, Project Runway, Yigal Azrouёl, Michael Angel, Christian Siriano, Nicole Miller, Charlotte Ronson, Venexiana, Lacoste, Georges Chakra, Andy & Debb, Adam, Academy of Art University, Prabal Gurung, ARISE Magazine African Collective – III, Lela Rose, Luca Luca, Malandrino, DKNY, Rebecca Taylor, Calvin Klein Men’s Collection, Hervé Léger by Max Azria, Diane Von Furstenberg, TonyCohen, Y-3, Tuleh, Custo Barcelona, Vassilios Kostetsos, Carolina Herrera, Carlos Miele, Jill Stuart, Donna Karan Collection, Tracy Reese, Monique Lhuillier, Yeohlee, Tadashi Shoji, Ecco Domani Fashion Foundation, Perry Ellis, Elie Tahari, Badgley Mischka, Vera Wang, Pamella Roland, Max Azria, Dennis Basso, Diesel Black Gold, Thuy, Tibi, Narciso Rodriguez, Toni Francesc, Tory Burch, Michael Kors, Nanette Lepore, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Milly by Michelle Smith, Alexandre Herchcovitch, Anna Sui, Brian Reyes, Ralph Lauren, Isaac Mizrahi, Trias, Calvin Klein Women’s Collection, Naeem Khan, J. Mendel and Tommy Hilfiger.

The Bryant Park Tents’ three venues include the Salon, the Promenade and the Tent. Over the course of eight days, the runway venues, lobby and backstage sponsor lounges will be bustling from 9 AM to 9 PM, when approximately 100,000 people come to attend shows, meet and greet the media, retailers and fashion professionals.

Title sponsor Mercedes-Benz is joined by DHL, American Express®, Maybelline New York, W Hotels Worldwide, TRESemmé, The Heart Truth Campaign, Starbucks Frappuccino® Coffee Drink, Peroni, Chambord, Martini Gold Mixers and O.N.E.TM One Natural Experience as well as the following media outlets The New York Times, Vevant, Women’s Wear Daily and Getty Images. Each of these sponsors will be providing hospitality, services and amenities to make the hectic week of shows as effortless and pleasurable as possible for all attendees.

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is an IMG owned and produced event.

To view the full schedule, please click here.

Filed Under: Fashion, Hot Now Tagged With: designers, fall winter 2010, fashion week, mercedes benz new york fashion week, schedule, sponsors

Diane Kruger At The People’s Choice Awards: Beach Waves Hairstyle by Richard Marin

January 11, 2010 By Victoria Leave a Comment

DIANE CATCHES A WAVE AT THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS

Leading lady Diane Kruger hit the red carpet at the 2010 People’s Choice Awards in a curve-hugging Hervé Léger dress and a curvaceous ‘do to match. Celebrity hairstylist Richard Marin let us in on how he created her perfectly undone beach waves in just five easy steps:

Start by spraying sea salt texturizer in hair.

Blow dry with the diffuser attachment on the Remington Professional Dryer with hair flipped over for maximum volume. Do NOT run your hands through hair while drying as this will cause frizz. Dry 90% of the way and air dry the rest.

Next, use the Remington T-Studio Heated-Clip Rollers, alternately curling sections of hair with a 1 inch roller and 1 ¼ inch roller until the entire head is set.

Unroll when cool and shake your head around A LOT to tousle the curls.

Amp up the volume with a dry spray shampoo, and finish off the look with a spritz of hairspray to control flyaways. Shake, spray, shake some more, and you’re out the door!

Remington Professional Dryer is available exclusively at Walmart for $50.

Remington T-Studio Heated-Clip Rollers are available at Target and Walmart for $44.99.

Filed Under: Celebs, Hair, Hot Now Tagged With: diane kruger, people's choice awards, red carpet, remington, richard marin

TheDailyCollective: Interview With Marc Samson

January 11, 2010 By Victoria 3 Comments

If you are in the business of media production, I suggest you check out www.TheDailyCollective.org. As a freelance makeup artist, I am always searching for new opportunities in my field. TheDailyCollective connects industry professionals like no other site on the web today.

I am thrilled to bring you the first interview about TheDailyCollective with founder, Marc Samson.

What is TheDailyCollective?

TheDailyCollective is a daily, email-based publication focused on source-matching individuals within the photography and filmmaking community. We’ve created a brand new way for professionals to cast for upcoming productions and connect with other creatives whenever there’s a need for collaboration.

We’re completely free and everyone in the industry is encouraged to subscribe and get connected.

What or who inspired you to start TheDailyCollective?

I first envisioned TheDailyCollective about a year ago when I was living in Savannah, Georgia. My friends were SCAD students

Marc Samson

and through them I witnessed a community with a cooperative and collaborative approach to creating and advancing new arts and film projects.

The networking process there seemed effortless. People organizing projects either already knew the best people for the job, or could just ask a friend (or a friend of a friend) — No more than two or three degrees of separation ever existed between a project organizer and a good fit.

I simply believe the same cooperative spirit can exist on a much larger level, a national or even global level, for the hundreds of thousands of talented people supporting art and film.

Do you have a staff for the site? If so, who are they and what are their roles?

We’re a community-based publication — our content is almost entirely user-generated, and more than any one person, we have our subscribers to thank for spreading the word about the TheDailyCollective and growing this new community.

What types of professionals are part of TheDailyCollective?

The Daily Collective includes photographers, filmmakers, producers, clothing and costume designers, hair stylists, makeup artists, graphic designers, set designers, models, actors, sound and light specialists, and all others associated directly or indirectly with emerging and established art and film projects.

What benefits do industry professionals receive by signing up for the site?

We have designed a resource that speeds up the networking process and takes the guesswork out of finding legitimate productions and professionals to become involved with.

Issues of TheDailyCollective are sent directly to subscribers’ inboxes and arrive as a simple, plain-text email (no banners, no images and no useless information). This means our subscribers can spend less time searching for new projects and more time working on them. And we think that’s a good thing.

What types of projects does TheDailyCollective accept?

We accept any photography or filmmaking project in need of talent. Some projects offer payment, others are simply collaborative. There are no size requirements and projects can come from established professionals or new entrants working to build their portfolio.

There’s something for everyone in TheDailyCollective.

What is the process for industry professionals to submit a project?

Submitting a project to TheDailyCollective is simple.

1) Head to www.thedailycollective.org

2) Click the “submit project” tab

3) Fill out the form

4) Press submit

And that’s it – your work is done. Once we publish your project, responses will come directly to your email.

What key points should industry professionals keep in mind when submitting a project?

Three things to keep in mind when submitting projects:

1) Make sure to include any and all requirements you have for choosing collaborators

2) You should include a link to your website or portfolio

3) Stay on point and be concise with your request

What are your future goals for TheDailyCollective?

Our goal is to create the industry’s ultimate free casting resource, helping professionals connect quickly and in a simple and more effective way. As our subscriber base grows, we plan to develop regional issues of TheDailyCollective that will focus on major US cities, as well as continue producing a national publication.

Do you have any closing remarks or additional information you would like to share about TheDailyCollective?

TheDailyCollective is a viral, grassroots community working together toward a common goal. We owe a big thanks to everyone spreading the word and helping us by recruiting friends and colleagues to become part of this growing network of amazing potential.

You can subscribe by visiting www.thedailycollective.org.

About Marc Samson

Marc Samson is an independent Public Relations consultant and entrepreneur living in the Baltimore-Washington Metropolitan Area.

In November, 2009, Marc founded www.TheDailyCollective.org, a daily, email-based publication focused on source-matching individuals within the independent photography and filmmaking industry. He can be followed on Twitter @marcjudesamson.

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UNII Palette: Makeup Artist Choice For A Durable Freestyle Palette

January 11, 2010 By Victoria 1 Comment

As a makeup artist, I consolidate my kit by using palettes. My problem is, I’m very rough with my belongings. I jam pack my kit and treat my Zuca case like a beach ball, constantly tossing the case in the overhead of a plane or train. Thankfully my Zuca case is quite durable. Sad part is, my palettes typically are not. Although the actual eyeshadows usually survive the trips, their cases I store them in do not. I’ve tried a variety of palettes but none of them have survived more than a few months. The main issue is the top breaks off their hinges virtually breaking the palette in two and exposing the product.

I was recently contacted by Minna Ha, Founder of Unii Cosmetics. She created the Unii Palette, a durable (YES DURABLE), thick plastic freestyle palette that you can use to store different cosmetics. Minna was extremely generous and sent me some samples. First off, I was impressed by the thick plastic case– even the hinges are encased in plastic! I’m a color girl so I got absolutely giddy when I opened the package to see the palette is available in a variety of colors– Pomegranate, Twilight, Lemongrass, Eggplant, and Snow. Since the palette is encased in clear plastic, it makes for easy cleaning. Each palette comes with a case-matching movable magnetic thumb grip– no more slip!

Each UNII Palette Includes:

• Magnetized Palette, so makeup stays put
• Adhesive magnetic sheet with writable labels
• Large, full-sized mirror for the makeup on the go
• Movable thumb grip (a great feature, especially when applying makeup to clients– no slip!)
• Tight, rubberized seal prevents leaks
• Durable and purse-friendly
• Makeup not included

Video About Unii Palettes

For depot instructions and even an eyeshadow “repair” tutorial (in case you accidentally break a shadow in the depot process) from my friend @EnKoreMakeup, visit here.

For ordering information, please visit: UniiCosmetics.com

Update 1-21-2010

Minna, creator and founder, contacted me today to let me know the defect was case specific. The buyer had cleaned her palette with alcohol resulting in the plastic becoming dry and brittle. Here are a few tips for palette cleaning:

First, carefully remove the rubber gasket and steel (magnetic) plate at the bottom. Removing these and washing them separately will prevent the steel plate from scratching the paint off of the inner surfaces of the palette. The mirror is not removable. Please do not use chemicals or cleaning products containing isopropyl alcohol, ammonia, chlorine, or abrasive ingredients, and do not use rough towels or cloths to dry the plastic.

The body:
Carefully clean and wipe the palette with a damp soft cloth. Any abrasion or chemicals may result in removal of the paint on the inner surfaces. The mirror can be cleaned with a damp soft cloth, or with a mild soap if needed. Do not dunk your palette in water, doing so might result in water getting stuck behind the mirror.

The gasket:
The rubber gasket can be removed and washed in the sink with mild soap and water. Dry thoroughly before replacing.

The steel:
The steel plate can be wiped down with a damp soft cloth. Make sure to fully dry the steel plate to prevent it from rusting.

Reassembly of your unii palette
Please make sure everything, especially the steel plate, is completely dry before reassembling your palette, because the steel can rust if water or moisture remains trapped between the steel and plastic case. First, carefully place the dry steel plate, painted side facing up. Next, carefully insert the rubber gasket into the groove along the perimeter of the case.

UPDATE 1-17-2010

Although my UNII Cosmetics palette did not show any apparent defects, there were a few batches released of the palettes that were not up to the standards of UNII Cosmetics. Dedicated to providing a quality product, UNII Cosmetics is currently not shipping any more products while they’re ironing out some manufacturing issues.

Filed Under: Hot Now, Makeup Tagged With: depot, freestyle palette, magnetic, Makeup, makeup artist, palette, unii

People’s Choice Awards: Red Carpet Beauty Makes Waves

January 8, 2010 By Victoria Leave a Comment

The people may choose the winners at the People’s Choice Awards, but celebs like Mariah Carey, Jessica Alba and Carrie Underwood chose to rock curls, texture and waves on the red carpet Wednesday night.

For A-list hair, Ouidad Styling Mist is a Hollywood mane-stay. Styling Mist is a light spray designed with a dual purpose – to hold a style in place and as a setting spray to secure strands in a specific pattern. Designed for long-lasting hold while allowing movement and is never sticky – Styling Mist keeps curls famously flawless.

Ouidad is available at www.ouidad.com and at certified Ouidad Salons, select Sephora stores and Sephora.com.

Ouidad is available at www.ouidad.com and at certified Ouidad Salons, select Sephora stores and Sephora.com