Beauty Basics

  • #MakeupMonday – Sunscreens

    save face spf 35 am moisturizer

    Sunscreens are not optional, they are a way of skincare life… (may contain affiliate links) Sunscreens. We all know we are supposed to wear sunscreen, but do we? Here in “Sunny California”, sunscreens should be a way of life given the year-round sunshine we have. Yet I can tell by the premature fine lines and […]

  • #MakeupMonday – Red Carpet Beauty

    Regina King SAG 2012 Awards

    I stopped doing awards show breakdowns, because the guidelines to a successful Red Carpet Beauty stay the same year after year… In past incarnations of Makeup to Go! awards season coverage… I have previously broken down what I felt were some of the best beauty looks on awards attendees at each show. While I may […]

  • #MakeupMonday – The Basics: Highlighters / Illuminators

    Stila Cosmetics All Over Shimmer Liquid

    Highlighters and Illuminators can cause a lot of needless confusion, but once you understand what to use, where, and how, they are fun products that can add great versatility. Here are the basics on highlighters and illuminators… (may contain affiliate links) With the Holiday season in full swing …party goers are now focusing on looking […]

  • #MakeupMonday – The Basics: Cheek Color

    Yves St. Laurent Beauty Blush Radiance

    When cheek color is done wrong, yes it can be a bit scary. But when it’s done right it’s OH SO right. Here are The Basics of cheek color… (may contain affiliate links) Needless to say, all of the products I’ve mentioned thus far in this “The Basics” series are my completely subjective recommendations. I […]

  • #MakeupMonday – Prepping for Fall

    Pangea Organics Facial Scrub makeup to go blog Tania D Russell makeup artist makeup educator Los Angeles makeup artist San Francisco

    While many folks are mourning the end of Summer I am singing Hallelujah for the start of Fall! Autumn – as I’m sure I’ve mentioned before and I am certain I will mention again – is my favorite season of the year, November being my fave month (Thanksgiving and birthday month!). Admittedly this probably comes […]