Scandalous Beauty refered inmykit.com

Hey I want to give a quick shout out to Erin at scandalous beauty, I watch her You tube videos all the time and just saw the one where she told about www.inmykit.com. Luv that site, it gives honest opinions on alot of cosmetics from drugstore brands to professional. If you are a fan of skin care and cosmetics and/or building a collection to freelance (like me) it is a must check out.

Makeup Tips: How to Create your Own Makeup Tool Box

"Bring out the makeup artist in you with a good collection of makeup brushes, sponges and curlers. Even the most expensive and quality makeup in the world won't look particularly great without the correct makeup tools. For a professional finish you need the right tools. This means investing in a set of good brushes and applicators. Here's your basic cosmetics tool kit .

1. Makeup Sponge

It is best to have a wedge-shaped makeup sponge, so you can use the finer edges to help blend in foundation round your nose and jaw line, while the flatter edges are great for the cheeks, forehead and chin. However, if you prefer not to use a synthetic sponge try the small, natural ones instead.

2. Powder Brush

Get used to using a powder brush each time you put makeup on. To prevent a caked or clogged finish to your face powder, use a large, soft brush to dust away any excess.

3. Blusher Brush

Use to add a pretty glow to your skin with a light dusting of powder blusher. A blusher brush is slightly smaller than a powder brush to make it easier to control.

4. Eyeshadow Brush

Smooth on any shade of eyeshadow with this brush.

5. Eyebrow Tweezers

It is essential to have a good pair of tweezers for regularly tidying up the eyebrows
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6. Eyeshadow Sponge

An sponge applicator is great for applying a sweep of pale eyeshadow that does not need much blending or applying high lighter to your brow bones.

7. All-in-one eyelash brush/comb

Great for combing through your lashes between coats of mascara for a clump-free finish. Flip the comb over and use the brush side to seep your eyebrows into shape, or soften penciled-in brows.

8. Lip brush

Use to create a perfect outline for your lips and then use to fill in the shape with your lipstick.

9. Eyelash curlers

Once used, they'll soon become a beauty essential! Curlier eyelashes help open up your eyes and make a huge difference to the way you look."

Courtesy of www.free-makeup-tips.com

MAC Makeup Tips: "It's all in the eyes"

Hello Today

I wanted to share some MAC (a popular cosmetics brand) makeup tips that are courtesy of makeup.lovetoknow.com. I personally like MAC, but if, like me, you can't afford alot of MAC, just purchase a couple unique pieces, mix them into your makeup supply and you are good to go. This tip is using the brow finisher, which can be purchased at Macy.com for $15.

Hope it is useful and I will be back with more:


"One of the unique products sold by MAC is their brow finisher, which can contribute to some pretty amazing MAC makeup tips. This wax-style eyebrow groomer is designed to shape and hold your brows in place while still administering a sheer and conditioned-looking finish. Unlike other eyebrow grooming tools, it will not leave behind a sticky mess and is super easy to use.

You can utilize the eyebrow finisher to top off either your daytime office look or to pave the way for dramatic shadow and liner for an evening out on the town. A great way to get your makeup looking its best is to have shaped and accentuated the contours of your natural face. If you don't exfoliate your skin, or in this instance tame those brows, then anything you put on afterward will simply be attempting to "cover up" and provides only half of the glamour you deserve."

I am totally feeling Urban Decay

Hello Luvs,

I got into Urban Decay from watching Kandee Johnson videos on Youtube.com (luv her!), so I wanted to share the brand with those who havent heard of it. By the way you can buy Urban Decay at Sephora.com as well as there own website!

Urban Decay is beauty with an edge. It is feminine, dangerous, and fun...appealing to anyone who relishes her individuality and dares to express it. Known for their daring shade names and innovative products (which are all cruelty-free), Urban Decay carries one of the widest selections of color at Sephora—a main reason their brand is so much fun! From a myriad of unique eye products, to performance foundations, and lickable, sexy powders, Urban Decay has always found new ways to excite beauty junkies and makeup artists alike.

I am really sad I did not get one of the "Alice in Wonderland" Sets!!

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Say NO to Contamination at Home or at the Studio

To keep your cosmetics from becoming contaminated and old, follow these tips from Makeup Artist Linda "Shadows" Shonning from Boca Rotan, FL.

For more information e-mail Linda

How long do cosmetics last?

Here's a list of commonly used cosmetics and their expected shelf life...
1. Mascara - will usually last 2 months or when the label is worn off, it clumps, specks, or becomes dry or smells bad
2. Foundation - has a shelf life of 18-24 months.
3. Powder - Expect 2 years unless it becomes dry or has an odor other than its original fragrance. You can protect your powder from contamination by being sure to change your sponge or powder puff after every application. Sponges are a haven for breeding bacteria and the fastest way to pass on germs.
4. Lip Pencils -1 year- Always dip in alcohol-kills germs
5. Eye Pencils -Typically 3 months. Always sharpen or dip in alcohol after each use. Either of these methods will kill germs.
6. Eye Shadow and Blush - dry, loss of pigment. Always wipe off with alcohol
7. Brushes - When your brushes start to look like fans and the tips become colored. Keep brushes clean with brush cleaner or alcohol. I use alcohol for sterilizing my brushes and applicators. Use an alcohol with a strength of 90%. To clean brushes use a good brush cleaner. You can use soap and water but soap and water has a tendency to dry out brush bristles and reduce the longevity of your brushes.

TIP* If you want to bring back the original shine on your makeup containers use Pledge furniture polish. Pledge shines a faded container and makes it look brand new.
TIP* Put a small piece of tape on the back of containers, and record the date you purchased it. This will assure that you will not use after the recommend expiration date.

"Sanitation is the most important process we, as Makeup and Hair artists, must implement if we are to keep our makeup, brushes and kits germ free. As working artists, we are constantly moving from face to face and head to head. The opportunities we have to pass germs and viruses from person to person are numerous. Therefore it is our responsibility to safeguard our clients and practice diligent sanitation techniques. By doing so we set a standard of excellence that goes far beyond just doing great makeup and hair! " Linda "Shadows" Schonning

To view Linda's portfolio click here

Josie Maran

I am totally into Josie Maran and I just got the "My Favorite Lips Palette" on Sephoras website for my clients, it is a lip collection with four sheer lip glosses and four conditioning lipsticks.

BTW:
"Josie Maran My Favorite Lips Palette includes Josie's favorite shades from her natural lip line. You can use each hue alone or layer and blend for endless possibilities. Josie's signature ingredient, 100% pure organic Argan Oil, replenishes and repairs skin cells while other natural and organic ingredients, such as Coconut Cream and Jojoba Oil, moisturize and protect the lips. The packaging is a chic, biodegradable compact that's easy to take anywhere you go."

Maybelline's Beauty Cheat Sheet

I wanted to share the Maybelline beauty Cheat Sheet with my brides, see below:

GENERAL BEAUTY TIPS

Save your skin from premature lines and wrinkles.

Always wear an SPF 15 or higher sunscreen. Make it easy with foundation that has a built-in SPF, such as Instant Age Rewind Foundation with SPF 18 to protect skin. Protect lips, too, since they’re the area most prone to environmental damage. Moisture Extreme Lipcolor combines SPF 15 with the moisturization of a lip balm.

Take off your makeup every night.

Remove eye makeup first, then the rest of your makeup. Use dedicated removers such as Expert Eyes 100% Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover or Expert Eyes 100% Oil-Free Makeup Remover Pads for regular mascara, Expert Eyes Moisturizing Eye Makeup Remover for waterproof mascara and Superaway Lipcolor Remover for long-wearing lipcolor.

Don’t expose makeup to germs.

Never share makeup. Never add liquid to a product, or you may add bacteria as well. Close makeup caps tightly after use. If you have an eye infection, don’t use eye makeup and throw away all the products you used when you discovered the infection. The same rule applies to lip products if you get a canker sore.

Apply acne treatments first if you need them.

Put them on before you apply moisturizer or foundation, so they can get to work on your skin.

Wash your brushes to avoid breakouts and to help bristles last longer.

Wet the brush head, lather well with shampoo, rinse with warm water and lay flat on a towel to dry. Brushes for liquid and cream makeup, such as lipcolor, foundation, concealer, cream eye shadow, should be washed daily. Wash all other brushes once a week, or at least every two weeks. A neat tip between washings: Swipe the bristles with antibacterial wipes after each use. The brushes will dry in about three minutes.

Choose mascara if you only have time for one product.

Apply one coat to make eyes look bigger, better and brighter.

Don't let airline travel dry out your skin.

Flying can dry out your skin. If you’re traveling, apply a face cream and a lip balm before you take off. Reapply to replenish your skin and lips. Drink lots of water and skip caffeine, alcohol and salt to stay fresh and hydrated.

FACE MAKEUP TIPS

Opt for yellow-toned concealers.

They’ll help camouflage red or purple tones in blemishes—and complement any skin tone.

Apply concealer in a thin layer.

Put a light dab directly on any imperfections and repeat if necessary to build coverage.

EYE MAKEUP TIPS

Curl lashes to open up your eyes.

Always curl lashes before mascara for a big boost to your lash look.

Use short, feathery strokes when applying eye pencil.

This way you’ll get the most precise and mess-free look.

Don’t pump your mascara or it’ll dry out faster.

Just insert the brush into the tube and gently swirl for the most even distribution of mascara.

Groom and set your brows.

Clear mascara works well without leaving a trace.

Make it easy to remove stubborn mascara under your lower lashes.

A cotton swab moistened with eye makeup remover quickly gets rid of mascara smears.

Apply foundation on lids before you put on shadow.

This prep step will smooth the skin’s surface and prolong eye shadow performance.

LIP MAKEUP TIPS

Exfoliate lips weekly with a baby toothbrush.

You’ll see a smoother, healthier lip surface that should help lipcolor stick on and stay put.

Choose lip liner shades that match your natural lips, not your lipcolor.

When you line your lips, contour with soft, feathery strokes. Don’t draw a bold line.

Eye Make- up trial from January 14th

Photo #1

On January 14th I did a silvery eye trial as seen in these photos.

Photo #2

Photo #3

A close-up shot

Make-up Consulting and Application

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Enhanced Beauty Make-up by Lydia commits time to their brides, I travel to your wedding location anywhere in the Philadelphia and surrounding area to apply makeup for the bride, bridal party, and mothers. Enhanced Beauty by Lydia creates a beautiful look that works well for photographs and/or videos. When applying bridal makeup, your make-up consultant/applicant knows there are special details to consider so each participant needs undivided attention. I take pride in my work so the finished bridal make-up applied looks wonderful with an signature attention to detail or your money back guaranteed.