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  • #MakeupMonday – A Change of Season

    A Change of season is the perfect time for makeup pros to update their kits, and makeup users to update their makeup routines. Here are some tips for adapting your makeup routine for Spring… (contains affiliate links) With Spring being well underway, you may be noticing a change in the cosmetics landscape. Actually, cosmetics companies […]

  • Spotted: Face Atelier Cosmetics Ultra Foundation

    Face Atelier is a great line with a great selection of products for both individuals and pro makeup artists. The cornerstone product is Face Atelier Cosmetics Ultra Foundation which is comparable to Armani’s fantastic Luminous Silk foundation. I have been recommending Face Atelier’s Ultra Foundation since I first discovered it a few years back. The […]

  • Drugstore That Delivers

    Despite my snobbery, there are some drugstore cosmetics that really deliver… (may contain affiliate links) I recently had someone email me that I tend to turn my nose up to drug store cosmetics. This is a true statement. For my work, drug store products are often not as good as their more premium brand counterparts […]

  • Keeping Current

    The subtle art of helping your client keep their makeup looks current… I recently had a lesson with an advanced student. She’s been a makeup artist for several years in the retail segment – working with “real women” doing makeovers, etc. – as well as being heavily involved with the business side of many makeup/cosmetics […]

  • Maquillage Givenchy

    Last year I was sent a “sampler pack” of Givenchy products. I have to be honest; I’d never even tried Givenchy before. A lot of the “haute” makeup lines are great for everyday use but actually not that great for a makeup artist’s kit (too simmer-y, too fragranced, etc.) so I did not tend to […]