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UD Spring Collection :: Naked Lip Gloss and Skin

I am a huge fan of the Urban Decay "Naked" Collection and I am super excited to see the Naked Lip Gloss Spring 2014 Collection is now available for purchase online at www.UrbanDecay.com These gorgeous glosses promise to deliver a very creamy texture and high gloss finish in a beautiful variation of nude colors. And best of all .... they the benefits to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, volume and hydration. Ingredients include Hyaluronic Filing Spheres, Vitamin E, Avocado Oil and Shea Butter to help hydrate and condition lips.

There are 9 gorgeous shades with some very cute names at $20 a pop (US):

Besos :: Deep Pink Mauve

Freestyle :: Brown Nude w/ subtle micro shimmer

Liar :: Soft Pink Mauve

Love Child :: Medium Pink

Naked :: Nude Pink w/ pearly pink shift

Nooner :: Light Neutral Nude

Streak :: Coral Peach

Rule 34 :: Medium Brown Nude

Walk of Shame :: Pale Nude Pink w/ subtle micro shimmer

I also have me eyes on the Naked Skin Ultra Definition Loose Finishing Powder!!!

This Loose Finishing Powder also now available on www.UrbanDecay.com as part of the Spring 2014 Collection. This product is described as a Silky and Weightless Formula which is designed to blur out any imperfections, set makeup and decrease shine while giving a luminous demi matte finish. It retails for $34 on the site.

Rave :: GHD Classic 1" Styler

So as I was doing some last minute shopping on Christmas Eve. I decided to splurge on myself just a little bit. I was in the market for a new flat iron since the one I had at home just was doing it for me anymore. I was frustrated with my Chi Iron because I found that it was drying out my hair and causing ALOT of split ends. After reading the reviews on the Sephora website, I decided to go with the GHD Classic 1" Styler ... and I am soooooo glad I did!!! I was very hesitant because of the price but its well worth it. Not only can I straighten my hair but I can also create gorgeous long lasting curls and best of all my hair looks shiny and healthy!

Here's a curly look I created using my new GHD Classic 1" Styler:

The GHD Classic 1" Styler retails for $185 on www.Sephora.com

Rave :: Naked 3 Palette by Urban Decay

The long awaited Naked 3 palette by Urban Decay was on my Christmas list this year. It was love at first sight. Taking advantage of my Sephora VIB Reward Card ... I waited for the in-store release date to run a pick up my very own palette plus one for my mother as a Christmas gift. I was excited to save $20 off the $52 retail price. What a great buy!!!

This is my favorite so far of the "Naked"eyeshadow palette collection. All of the colors are not only gorgeous but also very pigmented and easily blendable. Here's a look I created using the Naked 3 Palette.

What I used to create this look:

UD Naked 3 Palette:

Burnout e/s

Limit e/s

Nooner e/s

Strange e/s

UD Naked Basics Palette

Crave NB e/s

UD 24/7 Perversion e/l

Makeup Forever Aqua Liner #13

Anastasia Brow Wiz Brunette

Happy New Year!!!!

2013 was a great year. I am grateful for all the learning experiences and I am ready and excited for 2014. #IDeclare 2014 will be an Awesome Year. With that being said... this year I resolve to further expand my knowledge in Makeup Art and all things Beauty ... I will take advantage of Workshops and Pro classes available to me. I'm looking forward to attending The Makeup Show and IMATS NYC this year. I also resolve to become more active with my beauty blog.

MAC Pro - Agency Talk

I recently attended a "Master Class" best described as a Panel Discussion.
The class description was as follows:
The gate keepers share their thoughts on the industry and becoming a working artist. Listen to an Agent, Creative Director, Publicist and Editor discuss their roles in the industry and what they look for when booking artists and reviewing portfolios.

The panel included Judy Casey and Joan Zingarelli of Judy Casey Inc. Judy Casey Inc is an agency representing a diverse group of photographers, stylist, hair and makeup artists.
Also on the panel was Richard Ferretti, Creative Director for Gourmet Magazine and Cari Ross, publicist to the stars.

Here are some of general notes that a took down during the discussion:
Be Professional - Across the board, they couldnt have stressed this more.
Maintain Relationships/Network - Keep in contact with all contacts you make (old and new).
Team Player - Dont just go to a shoot a do makeup... become involved, communicate and ask questions. Work together with everyone involved (ex: photographer, stylist, director).
Be Expansive/Flexible - Be open-minded and willing to try new things.
Be Open to Creative Input & Critique - take criticism as positive as possible.
Be Personable - Easy to communicate and work with
Don't Rely on Retouching - You want your work to look as amazing before as it does after. Photographer shouldn't need to retouch makeup.

Portfolio & Career Development
Avg portfolio size is 11x14
Have atleast 10 GREAT Images in your book
Keep your book clean and sleek
Make the images flow - Series of images that "tell a story"
Set realistic goals
Assist Professional Makeup Artists
Ask Advice
Be on the look out for up and coming talent to work with.
Request untouched photos along with the touched images. This way you can self evaluate your own work and improve in areas which need improvement.
Focus on clean and beautiful makeup.
Find a hair stylist to work with.
Understand lighting.

Next blog .... Notes from MAC Master Class - Celebrity Style w/ Celebrity Makeup Artist Frances Hathaway ... Stay Tuned!!!

Prep, Prime the Skin...Get it Colour Ready

Here's what I purchased from this collection:

Prep + Prime Skin Refined Zone

A light, oil-free emulsion that helps cloak visible pores while controlling oil and shine. Applies "wet" for a gentle micro-exfoliation: dries instantly to create an invisible, long-lasting natural matte finish. Ideal for the T-zone.

Prep + Prime Line Filler

A primer used post-foundation, pre-makeup to camouflage, soften and relax expression lines and wrinkles. Applies as a dense cream: dries to a transparent, smooth, natural matte finish. With ongoing use, clinically proven to help rejuvenate your look.

Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder

A silky finishing powder that provides an invisible way to set makeup. Reduces shine while optically minimizing the look of pores, lines, imperfections. Available in one universal colour that suits all shades. Wear over makeup or on bare, moisturized skin.

Lipstick

Colour plus texture for the lips. Stands out on the runway. Simmers on the street! What made M·A·C famous.

Impassioned
Amped-up fuchsia (Amplified Creme)

I am dying to replicate this look. I think it is amazing.
I just need some free time. Lets see if I can find some time this weekend.

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Rave :: Tresemme 24 Hour Body - Hair Products

OMG!!!! I'm in love with this stuff.

I tried it today for the first time. I wish I had taken before and after pics.
The products are on sale this week at Target. I will be going back to stock up.

Full Review with pics to follow.

So far this stuff gets 2 thumbs up!!!