So I've been feeling a bit like Eva Marcille in regards to my shopping habits lately. For the most part, I've been splurging as my spring/summer makeup collection was lacking and I'm still not done! However, for now, I'll share some of the products that I finally bought along with my thoughts.
Blaq Vixen Beauty
Final post: December 31, 2012
Do you need to reconsider your skin care regimen for 2012? Need help achieving your short-term and long-term skin care goals? Consider the Spa Sonic Skin Care System. This tool features a face and body polisher, is waterproof and can be used in the shower, bath and sink.
Would you like to fix your teeth gap?
May 11, 2011
What I Bought These Past Few Weeks From the NARS and Too Faced Beauty Bars
February 16, 2011
EXCLUSIVE: Get Amber Riley's Chaka Khan Look by Celebrity Makeup Artist Saisha Beecham
Yesterday I finally picked up the March 2011 issue of Essence Magazine (with Angela Bassett on the cover). I was looking forward to a couple of features in this particular issue - the Essence 2011 Beauty Awards, Angela Bassett's "Unstoppable" and of course, Amber Riley's "She's Every Woman" photoshoot. I shot celebrity makeup artist Saisha Beecham an email after she revealed that she did Riley's makeup on Facebook.
For a moment, I honestly didn't think I would get this exclusive but Saisha came through last night. I am totally grateful that she emailed me back and I'm able to share this information with you all! She used all NARS Cosmetics. You can check out her profile on the Tamu Artist Agency website. For even more information, check out her website, her Facebook and Twitter.
Amber Riley is such a scene-stealer, thanks to Saisha Beecham!
February 09, 2011
Check Out the Exclusive Products at the First NARS Flagship Boutique in NYC
Tomorrow, which is also the beginning of Fashion Week, New York City will have another reason to celebrate: NARS Cosmetics is scheduled to open their first flagship boutique there with the help of Fabien Baron. The 525-square foot space fuses elements of modernity and artistry with the feeling of a residental space that is inviting and uniquely NARS. The boutique's design encourages customers to play with color. To read more about the inspiration behind the boutique and the location, read the exclusive interview with Francois Nars and Fabien Baron.
January 30, 2011
How to Get Amber Riley's Makeup Look at the 2011 SAG Awards
The makeup look that Amber Riley wore the 2011 SAG Awards is by far my most favorite from her. Actually, I'm a fan of both the hair and makeup. The sleek hair with bangs provided the perfect palette for celebrity makeup artist Mylah Morales to create a simply glamorous look which consisted of false eyelashes, silver smokey shadow with a pinch of brown, coral blush and divine fuchsia lips. I thought it was red before but it's actually a hot pink shade from the new CoverGirl Lip Perfection line. Amber wore a dramatic Amber Barge dress.
August 04, 2011
Rolling with Rowland: Kelly's Purple and Gold Makeup at the Sean John Empress Fragrance Preview
Yesterday, spokesbeauty Kelly Rowland made an appearance at the Sean John "Empress" fragrance preview (which Jessica, Claire and CeCe got to attend). I did not realize how much I had grown to anticipate Rowland's makeup looks until recently. Since gold and purple were my high school (RIP Wuerzburg American High School) colors, this is the type of makeup look I would've done right before the homecoming game as it's flirty, sexy and cute --- all at the same time. Achieve the look with the following products:
"The greatest thing God has ever created is a woman..." ---Diddy
April 23, 2010
Vixen, Validated: How to Get Zoe Kravitz's Makeup Look at the Beware the Gonzo Premiere
Last night, Zoe Kravitz made an appearance at the Beware the Gonzo Premiere at the 9th Annual Tribeca Film Festival. NARS Lead Stylist James Boehmer created a stunning look for Zoe Kravitz by using the following NARS products:
[face] Boehmer prepped Kravitz's face with Pro Prime Skin Smoothing Face Prep. Then he applied NARS Sheer Matte Foundation in Barcelona. Any imperfections were concealed with NARS Concealer in Ginger. NARS the Multiple in Lamu made a guest appearance - Boehmer applied this bronzer on the cheeks, bridge of the nose and around the hairline. It's new for Summer 2010.
July 24, 2009
How to Get a Chrisette Michele Inspired Look from the Wendy Williams Show
Now, let's talk about Chrisette Michele's doll look. She had on hot pink eyeshadow, light pink blush and light pink/nude lips. Automatically I thought about NYX Cosmetics and the post that I did last year (which is now in draft). I asked who did you know that could all pink makeup and not look like a clown. Well, my answer now is Chrisette Michele.
Ok, please don't hate me. Told y'all I had a girl crush!
If it weren't for a reader contacting me thru Twitter about the hot pink eyeshadow Chrisette Michele was wearing on the Wendy Williams show yesterday, I probably wouldn't have done another "Get the Look" feature starring @ChrisetteM (Chrisette Michele's Twitter handle). JJ Jacobucci did her makeup and she was styled by June Ambrose.
I was watching the footage of Michele belting out "What You Do" on The Wendy Williams show. It's funny because I caught myself singing it in the shower along with "Good Girl" (which is definitely a song that would be on the soundtrack of my life). But seriously, I loved everything - from the hair down to her shoes! So it wouldn't really hurt to do another spread on her, right?
