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In My ZÜCA: The Makeup Show LA 2011 Edition

March 3, 2011 By Victoria 1 Comment

I finally had a chance this morning to sit down and go through all of my new goodies I grabbed from The Makeup Show LA this past weekend.

In no particular order…..

OCC Lip Tars: Beta, Interlace, Reverb, Lo-Fi, Analogue, and Tone

My friend and owner of Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics, David Klasfled, introduced me to their latest 6 colors added to their infamous OCC Lip Tar Line. I cannot wait to put these in action!

Kissable Couture Set

I snagged this set from Celebrity Makeup Artist AJ Crimson, creator of Kissable Couture. I love gloss.

MAKE UP FOR EVER: Aqua Eyes and Pigment

From MAKE UP FOR EVER, I purchased #8 and #17 Aqua Cream and #18 Pigment Purs in addition to a new Flash Colour Palette (mine was pretty worn out so time to replace it!).

Beauty Blenders

I’m excited to use Beauty Blenders more often.

FACE atelier Ultra Foundation

My most used colors in my kit from FACE atelier Cosmetics are #1, #2, and #4 Ultra Foundation.

Embryolisse 24 Hour Miracle Cream

Can’t forget a skin care staple! I don’t leave home without Embryolisse 24 Hour Miracle Cream and I snagged a travel size, perfect for my kit!

Yaby Cosmetics

I worked the Yaby Cosmetics booth with founder and fabulous makeup artist, Liz Yu. She threw a couple of items my way for helping her out. I picked up the Finishing Touch Highlighter Palette, Dramatically Neutral Palette, and a popular show item, Heated Eyelash Curler.

jeune d' age organics

Jeune d’ age organics was not at The Makeup Show, but I met with the owner, Michael Lamb, along with owner of Purely

Diamond Perfect Finish

Cosmetics, Robyn Bloom, Saturday night and had a blast talking shop. In June of last year, I wrote this post about a favorite skin care item of mine, Pumpkin Peel from Jeune d’ age. I’m looking forward to checking out the Acne Cleanser and the Marin Toner Mister.

Robyn Bloom introduced me to Purely Cosmetics Diamond Perfect Finish. I’m excited to put this powder to use because it already works great on my skin. I carried it around with me in my purse during my weekend in LA.

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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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On Sale NOW: OCC Lip Tar Memento benefiting CancerCare

May 4, 2010 By Victoria 2 Comments

Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics and I, Victoria Stiles, partnered for their latest Lip Tar colour, Memento. With portions of the proceeds from sales of the product benefiting CancerCare, Memento is more than just the perfect lip colour, essential to any makeup kit. A beautiful pink shade with plum undertones, this wearable and mixable colour was created for Lalia Azhar’s Spring 2010 collection, which was shown at the 2nd Annual AER Walk With Style Event.

Behind the scenes at AER Walk With Style Event in NYC
Photos by Bryan Viper and Daniel Stiles Photography

Beauty Note: We used Memento Lip Tar on the lips and cheeks. The skin was perfected using OCC Airbrush Foundation applied with a foundation brush.

Now through June 1st, a portion of the proceeds from each purchase of Memento Lip Tar will be donated to CancerCare. For more information, please vist www.cancercare.org. To purchase Memento, visit www.occmakeup.com/lips.

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NEW: OCC Lip Tar in Memento – benefiting CancerCare

March 26, 2010 By Victoria 1 Comment

Congratulations Megan S. from New Haven, Connecticut! Your suggestion, Memento, has been chosen as the new OCC Lip Tar! You will receive a bag of OCC goodies!

“Memento” – We all know someone who has at one time or another battled cancer or lost their life to cancer. This color can be a “memento”, a reminder of those we have lost and a reminder that there is work to be done to find a cure.

This was a tough decision! All of the suggestions were wonderful and it was difficult to narrow it down. Memento made perfect sense!

www.AEREvent.com – April 1st benefiting CancerCare, come show support and see the new Lip Tar in action!

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CONTEST: Name The NEW OCC Lip Tar benefiting CancerCare

March 23, 2010 By Victoria

Makeup Artist Backstage Readers: I need your help! The fabulous David Klasfeld of Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics and I are working to create a beautiful new shade of Lip Tar!

Next week, I will be keying a fashion show for designer Lalia Azhar at the 2nd Annual AER Walk With Style Event. OCC Makeup will be providing products for the show and Mr. Klasfeld, makeup artist extraordinaire and creator of OCC, has agreed to give a portion of sales from the fabulous new shade created for the show to CancerCare, the beneficiary of AER Event! The color, a beautiful pinky-brown shade, will be the perfect spring shade!

What I need from you: NAME THE LIP TAR! David asked me what I wanted to name the new creation and I have absolutely NO IDEA! Please leave your name ideas in the comments section of this post. Don’t forget to enter your email address! The WINNER will receive a goody bag of OCC products, along with the new Lip Tar shade!

The WINNER will be announced on Friday, March 26 at 12:00PM EST!

Good Luck!

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4 Top Makeup Artist Backstage Product Finds of 2009

December 25, 2009 By Victoria 3 Comments

It’s been a fabulous year of beauty! I’ve attended, and presented at, The Artist Summit Miami and Chicago, attended The Makeup Show NYC, worked and interviewed backstage at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York and shared product recommendations with national magazines such as Real Simple Magazine and Women’s Health Magazine.

Through these experiences, I’ve come across a variety of beauty products (as you can imagine!). This was a tough job but I’ve compiled a list of my 4 top beauty product must-have picks of 2009!

Drum roll, please…..

#4: Revolution Organics Freedom Glow Balm in Blush - A beautiful and natural flushed color perfect on any skin tone. Apply anywhere on the face and blend with fingers, a sponge, or foundation brush for a healthy glow.

#3: Lisa Hoffman Spa Facial Lip Moisturizer 8 – My obsession and now a kit staple, this lip moisturizer does it all by smoothing lips and finishing with a semi-gloss shine, not sticky.

#2: Reversital 3-in-1 MicrodermaStick - There’s nothing better than Microdermabrasion at your fingertips! This is another staple in my kit for on-the-go exfoliation for clients before a makeup application. Quick and easy to use! The product comes in stick form, twist the product up and out of the tube, gently rub face, neck, and chest in a circular motion with the product and rinse! Simple as that!

AND THE #1 SPOT GOES TO……

#1 OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE COSMETICS LIP TAR - A tiny dab of this lipstick/liquid product can coat your lips within seconds. Highly pigmented and long lasting. The finish is demi-matte but you can coat with a clear gloss. Perfect for an event, photo shoot, or just to wear everyday. Comes in a variety of beautiful shades!