January 28, 2015

More glitter please!

Last Saturday, Jan 24, the students at The Salon Professional Academy in The Villages, FL put their creation skills to the test. Whoever wins this competition will be able to participate back stage at an event for fashion designer, educator and good friend of mine Gina Sais Quoi. An awesome opportunity for these students and I can tell they are just rocking out these beautiful creations!

TSPA mannequin contest

TSPA mannequin contest

I was not there to witness these amazing works but one look at the photos and I was blown away! The creativity, the thought and just the overall appearance of these creations reminds me of something you would see in fashion magazines, T.V. and movies. I swear every mannequin had a theme. A complete makeover. Everything from hair, makeup and even accessories were included. Honestly, I had to remind myself that they are students! I cannot wait to see who wins and am very excited for Gina. This is going to be an awesome event! I will keep everyone updated with info on the event and more!

Mannequin contest

Mannequin contest

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January 26, 2015

Get the Look: Downton Abbey star Laura Carmichael

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For the red carpet, Avon Global Celebrity Makeup Artist Lauren Andersen gave Laura Carmichael a bold red lip. “For Laura tonight the focus is on the lip. We wanted to create a light and airy look with an edge,” Lauren said.

Laura Carmichael

Laura Carmichael

Here’s how to get Laura’s look:

1. Lauren applied Chanel Perfection Lumiere Foundation as a base before applying Avon Ideal Luminous Blush in Coral Radiance on the cheeks. Error! Filename not specified.
2. Lauren then lined her eyes with Stila Eye Shadow in Kitten.
3. Next, she used the light brown shade from the Avon True Color Eyeshadow Quad in Mocha Latte to softly define the eye.
4. As the final dramatic touch, Lauren added Ardell Medium Individual false lashes; followed by a coat of Avon Big & Daring Mascara in Blackest Black.
5. To complete the look, Lauren applied Avon Ultra Color Lipstick in Poppy Love.

www.avon.com

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January 24, 2015

E.L.F Marsala inspired cosmetics

P.S. forgive me I am very sick so Im not my usual perky self

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November 13, 2014

NEW App Unites Beauty Fans

bellashoot app

bellashoot app

BELLASHOOT PUTS THE WORLD OF BEAUTY IN THE PALM OF YOUR HAND

Bellashoot

Bellashoot

NEW YORK, NY (November 6, 2014) –Today Bellashoot, a popular social hub for beauty experts, brands and enthusiasts, has launched a format to bring the beauty community together in one seamlessly integrated destination with the announcement of its first native iOS app for iPhone & iPad.

The first of its kind, Bellashoot is designed for beauty lovers from around the world to organize all of their favorite products, tutorials and inspiration while also sharing their own content and building relationships. Designed for everyone from veteran makeup artists looking to share their latest tutorial to the everyday beauty enthusiast seeking tips as she’s getting ready to go out on the town, Bellashoot is an outlet for beauty lovers from all walks of life.

As a member of the Bellashoot community the app will gain you a number of benefits, including:
• Members can filter their search with a variety of keywords, such as tutorials, inspiration, beauty tips, beauty news, blogger reviews, YouTube videos, nails, makeup tips, hairstyles, and more.
• The built-in camera functionality allows users to take product pictures, selfies and create beauty tutorials on-the-go, making it easy for them to share with the community in a matter of minutes.
• Easily find all of their favorite makeup artists, bloggers, hairstylists, and beauty brands and follow them all in one centralized app, never having to miss another post again.
• Create a space to store all their favorite beauty tips and products with custom collections created around their specific beauty interests, whether it’s hairstyles, nail art, bridal makeup, contour makeup or more.

To join Bellashoot’s one-stop platform for beauty lovers across the globe, share what you find, get discovered, find new beauty favorites and more, simply download the free app by visiting iTunes here.

“Bellashoot is exactly what the online beauty community has been needing, as it is transforming the way beauty enthusiasts can discover, review, evaluate, explain application and ultimately affect purchasing decisions. The beauty industry will be forever changed and enhanced by this exciting and cutting-edge social beauty app.” Dean Factor, Co-Founder of Smashbox Cosmetics, (purchased by Estee Lauder in 2010)

“Bellashoot’s mission is to innovate and simplify the way women stay on top of the latest in beauty as she goes through her daily life. We see this social application as a necessary component to every women’s beauty vanity and the first place she’ll go to be inspired, learn about products, ask questions and play with various beauty techniques. We are helping women experience beauty in a better way.” Bellashoot’s co-founder, Saje Sandhu

“This positive and encouraging social community is redefining the way women discover and learn about all things beauty. We’re building a candid and authentic platform for women to uncover and explore new products by getting feedback based on real people sharing their personal experiences. And this authenticity provides a higher value for those looking for answers to their beauty questions.” Bellashoot’s co-founder, Gee Collins.

Since launching their website last year, Bellashoot has provided beauty enthusiasts, beauty bloggers and experts a visual platform to share, discover and experiment with beauty. Bellashoot’s latest launch is making it easier for women all around the world to interact and learn about the best in beauty.

About Bellashoot – Currently bootstrapped, Bellashoot is a visual beauty community enabling women to share, learn and talk about beauty. As one of the beauty industry’s fastest-growing online communities, Bellashoot is setting the stage to be the new way women discover beauty products, get tips and inspire others. Bellashoot’s beta website launched in April 2013 and is already helping over three hundred thousand users monthly with their beauty needs. Bellashoot is based in West Hollywood, CA. www.bellashoot.com

To download the app, visit: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/bellashoot/id913487924?mt=8

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September 11, 2014

Charlotte Ronson Celebrates Successful NYFW Show at Avenue Nightclub

Charlotte Ronson with Nate Ruess and friends

Charlotte Ronson with Nate Ruess and friends

Following a successful Spring-Summer 2015 presentation at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, designer Charlotte Ronson celebrated her after-party at NYC’s Avenue nightclub this Friday.

Sebastian Stan, Margarita Levieva, Cara Santana and Jesse Metcalfe.

Sebastian Stan, Margarita Levieva, Cara Santana and Jesse Metcalfe.

Charlotte’s celebration was its usual star-studded affair with guests including Jesse Metcalfe, Margarita Levieva, Cara Santana, Samantha Ronson, Nate Ruess and more, who sipped on VOGA Italia wine throughout the evening.

Charlotte Ronson with VOGA wine

Charlotte Ronson with VOGA wine

Charlotte Ronson with Samantha Ronson

Charlotte Ronson with Samantha Ronson

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November 6, 2012

They Don’t Have to Know It’s Fake

Every time I am on the beach I do the weirdest thing. I put my sunscreen on all over my body then I take my t-shirt and put it on over my bathing suit to protect my shoulders and back from the sun.  Like many fair skinned people, I have a fear of getting badly sunburned.  When I was younger I wished I could be like the other girls and get a suntan.

After about my 7th time getting sunburned, I decided to give up all together with even trying to get sun tanned by the sun.  When I went to beauty school and learned about how the sun can do some serious damage to your skin, I decided to try the “tan from a can” technique.  I tried all kinds of lotions and bronzers to just add a little something, but everything just seemed to make me look orange. I kept thinking to myself “you are not a pumpkin.”  After my last failed attempt I did exactly what I did with the sun, I gave up.

When I had to give on trying to get a tan all together, I was so devastated because I wanted to have a little color added to my pale white skin.  I swear I’m so white I’m translucent.

When I first received Fake Bake 60 Minute Self Tanner, I was very afraid to try it because of my past.   When I finally got the guts to try Fake Bake, I immediately fell in love.  For once  I WAS NOT ORANGE!!!!!!! My skin just glowed with that healthy sun kissed glow without the harmful rays.

When people complimented me on how great my skin looked I couldn’t have been happier.

So next time you want to get a beautiful glow, rethink the rays and go for Fake Bake 60 Minute Self Tanner, and see what it will do for you.

www.fakebake.com

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