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Tutorial: Creating the Perfect Brow

By on June 14, 2007 in Archive, For the Makeup Artists

Eyebrows can make or break any look. So many people neglect them, and there is so much that can be done to them! Shaping your brows can enhance your face in ways you would never imagine. Many of you ask how to perfect your brows, getting them to look sharp and fierce. My profile picture on the right side of the screen is the best example of what I mean. Well, Makeup Artist LaShonda Banks has created a VERY informative tutorial for you, entitled Beauty You Can Bank On: Getting the Perfect Brow. She also has a book coming out, which we ALL need to buy. Anything that she can teach me, I am going to digest it and try to get her swag! Check out the link, and then practice, practice, practice!

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LaShonda Banks is currently pursuing her career in music, and her CD drops in August! To contact her, e-mail her at lashondabanks@yahoo.com

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Resurrect Your Favorite Cosmetics!

By on May 28, 2007 in Archive, For the Makeup Artists

Hey Lovelies!

I hope that you all have a cookout to attend today. Shoot, I don’t! I know that you have all heard of the company who can custom make your favorite discontinued beauty products…but do you know who they are???

Three Custom Color is a genius line. Not only do they custom make lipstick, gloss, blush, powder, etc., they also have their own collection of cosmetics that they offer


I love the concealer palette that they offer. This is a must have for all Makeup Artists! Lots of Makeup Artists use concealer palettes as their foundations because they are easy to transport and offer tons of color in a tiny space. Definitely look into this.


They even have a special collection for Tia William’s of Shake Your Beauty! I hope you all read The Accidental Diva, it’s one of my favorite books!!! When I was at the bookstore and it said that the main character (Billie) was a Beauty Editor, I ran to the checkout!(I read it in 2 hours!) To tell you the truth, I am re-reading the book during my trip to NYC this weekend! Thanks Tia, your book inspiried me to go for my dreams!!! Ok, enough of my life story, check out the “Billie Burke” Lipgloss!

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I *heart* Scott Barnes

By on April 30, 2007 in Archive, For the Makeup Artists

Goodness gracious. I have found a line of makeup that is in its own luxe category. Scott Barnes is one of the hottest, freshest, sexiest lines I have ever played with. Does his name sound familiar? He’s the Makeup Artist that supposedly dished all the dirt about his ex-client, Jennifer Lopez. But hey, this isn’t a gossip column, just hoping to refresh your memories!

Doesn’t she look hot in this pic from InStyle magazine?? He beat her face good!!! (Just to clarify, to “beat a face” means to do gorgeous makeup.)

Here’s a teeny summary.

Flossy Glossy lipgloss is impeccible. I was astonished at the depth of color in the tube. With the slightest touch of the brush to my lips, color exploded onto my mouth! Even from a distance, the sparkle from the gloss was insane. Ugh, I can’t explain it enough! There are 13 luscious shades, and I guarantee I will have all of them by the end of the year. I tried Black Currant, a deep eggplant, perfect for a night out. I can see it now: a sexy black dress, patent leather pumps, a neutral eye, Marisa lashes and this gloss. Yum. I also tried Vivid, described on the site as a luscious fuschia. If you like bold lips, here ya go. To lighten it up, put on a clear gloss, then dab a teeny bit of the Vivid right on top. Yum again.


Eye Ice looks like alot of fun! I didn’t get to play with them, but I really want to. Scottbarnes.com says “The loose shimmering powder of Eye Ice enhances and adds radiant versatility to eyes. With Eye Ice, Scott Barnes enables women to communicate with their most expressive and elusive feature – the window to their souls. Simply frost eyes with a dusting of ice to convey an aura of mystery and glamour, as the colors subtly transform in different lights and angles.” Sounds like a winner to me!


Cream Concealer was also pretty darn impressive. The dark color has alot of orange to it, which is actually a good thing, because orange can help neutralize brown skin. There aren’t alot of colors to choose from, but the consistency of the product is excellent. I had to use it sparingly to make sure it didn’t alter the color of my foundation, but otherwise, it’s a potential keeper.

I have a few other favorites that I played with, but I am going to have to give you the scoop on them a bit later. Can’t dish everything right now, you know???

All of the links and pictures posted are for Saks.com, but feel free to view the entire line of Scott Barnes cosmetics on ScottBarnes.com.

Until next time…stay Fab!!!

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Celebrity Makeup Artists: Scott Barnes and Mally Roncal

By on July 3, 2006 in Archive, For the Makeup Artists

Do you remember how fabulous J.Lo used to look?? The whole Glow. I mean her body dazzled. Her skin was FABULOUS. That was when Scott Barnes was her makeup artist. Apparently he ran his mouth too much (I need to work on this myself) and got fired. But he premiered him makeup line never the less. Everything about the line screams hollywood sophistication and class…And I don’t know about you, but I am a sucker for sleek packaging. The Beauty Bento Box looks intriguing, a little bit of everything is always a good buy. The Lash Varnish…what a clever name for mascare. Lip Slick? Doesn’t it just sound like your lips will be to die for? Check out all of his products at Scottbarnes.com

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Let’s not forget Mally, the stunning beauty who is always spotted with a huge grin on her face and a brush to Beyonce’s temple. Although her line looks a little more fun and girly (really, like for a 13 year old), I’m sure it delivers a great finish. She has a ton of products out, I was shocked to see all of those items to choose from. The smokey eye kit looks like a great part of her collection, one for every female’s night-look checklist. Check out her line of cosmetics on QVC.com

Barnes pictures courtesy of Newyorkmetro.com, Mally pictures courtesy of qvc.com and alluringlooks.com

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thepowdergroup.com

By on February 25, 2006 in Archive, For the Makeup Artists

01 Angel Of Mine

The Powder Group is a company created by a former MAC Director of Global Artist Relations Michael DeVellis. This ingenious group offers many different makeup classes with different themes, including Bridal Beauty, Makeup 101, Beauty Seminar, Editoral Beauty and Intro to Makeup Artistry, just to name a few. After you attend your first event, you receive a discount on each event there after. While I haven’t been able to attend a class myself, everyone I know that has been raves over them. Most events are in New York City, but you can catch some in Los Angeles and Canada from time to time. In past years, the classes traveled around the U.S. You will not receive a Makeup Artist’s Liscence if you take these classes, although they will look great on your beauty resume!

www.thepowdergroup.com

 

 

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Makeup Artist Dee Dee Kelly

By on January 22, 2006 in Archive, For the Makeup Artists

Let me unformaly introduce you to Dee Dee Kelly. When I was about 17 years old, I became more and more into MAC Cosmetics. One day, I walk into Nordstrom and see this tall woman with shoulder length, perfectly trimmed hair, and about 8 eye shadows EXPERTLY applied to her eyes. Y’all, this lady can wear electric eel better than Mr. MAC himself. I was stunned. I used to bring my girls to the counter and say, “see, that’s the one I was telling you about!!!” When I started to work with her, I was too nervous to talk to her. Here I am two years later, working two counters away from her. Just a few days ago, I heard that she would leave retail and do freelance only. It doesn’t matter, because she is that good. I checked out her online portfolio,and yes it’s wonderful, but until you see the makeup in person, you’ll never know how CRAZY good this woman is.

Check her out:www.deedeekelly.net

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Danessa Myricks

By on January 11, 2006 in Archive, For the Makeup Artists

The first time that I heard of Danessa, I was looking through a Black hair magazine at my hair shop. My stylist, Veronica Scales, told me that she does most of the photo shoots for her models, and that she is at lots of the hair shows that she participates in. Then, when I went to my first hair show as a makeup artist, I saw her and her assistants and their fortress (aka their makeup table and tons of luggage full of makeup). I was stunned. As I looked through my train case, I felt so minute. Those girls were bad. So, I picked up my ego and marched over there. She had some flyers on the table, and it said that she offered makeup classes. Yep, I signed up as soon as we arrived back in Maryland. It was an extremely entertaining and educational experience. I bought a ton of step by step videos, brushes, foundations, everything. I still have my kit of makeup stores, tips, application techniques, everything. Take a day or two off, go to NYC and learn some things!!! I highly recommend it.

Check out her website at www.imakeyoubeautiful.com

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