Hi Everyone! I was awarded 3 blogger awards from Lacey over at Laceysmiles84!!! Not one, but 3!!! I am SO HONORED!!! It means so much to me to be recognized in the blogger community. I think my favorite is the Stylish Blogger Award, but in order to accept, I must do a few things! RULES [...]

Hi Guys!  If you are a makeup artist, I am sure you feel me, right now.  Its been a very busy few weeks, in the heart of bridal season, and I wanted to take time out to share some photos of my beautiful, bride Christine! I just love working on Asian brides!  I think they [...]

  A few of you have been asking me to do the best lipstick video, so here it is!!!  Also, in the video, are some quick and easy makeup ideas for heading to the gym, and, or after a great workout!!! Keep in mind, this is my makeup bag that I carry with me all [...]

Hi Guys!  Recently, I went to the Chicago Makeup Show- a trade show for industry professionals and I wanted to share my experience with my fellow artist and other viewers!  If you are a makeup artist, I HIGHLY recommend you checking out trade shows, as they are great for continuing education, networking, pro discounts, and [...]

Hi Guys!!!  I am so in love with the Birchbox idea!  I mean, the two ladies that invented this are brilliant! Its such a great way to see if you really like a product without a huge investment. Check it out and its only $10 a month! By the way, the Kerastase Conditioner that I [...]

Dont know what to wear with an liquid eyeliner look?  Check out my video for a look that is simple and easy using some of the basic makeup staples! Also, for some of my top eyeliner picks check out some of my favorites here!

Hi Guys!  I thought I would create this little guide to be able to wear the makeup trends of the season all year round!!! Who says a makeup color is a trend?  What if the color loves you and you love it?  Does it mean you shouldn’t wear it in the Fall or Season after [...]

Hey Guys!!! Recently, I talked about the importance of good makeup brushes because they are the tools for creating the art of your face!! Well, make sure you make the most out of that cosmetic investment by regularly cleaning your brushes once a week or once every two weeks. 1. Run your brushes under slightly [...]

Bikini season is approaching and its time to “work it out” from the inside out!!! As much as we love to look beautiful on the outside, feeling beautiful on the inside is just as important- if not more! Check out my interview with fitness professional, Lisa Payne, (www.lisapaynefitness.com) as she shares her beauty and fitness [...]

Lets face it!  We all want to look our best and as much as I accept my body, I always want to look thinner! As the warmer months approach, and I am wearing less and less clothing, its time to step up, and prep up!  Even though I workout hard and try to eat right, [...]

Hi Guys, Today, I discovered that I wear my makeup like I wear my jeans!  As I was organizing my closet and moving Spring favorites towards the front, I tried on my jeans to see if everything was still in check!  I never physically weigh myself, but always “weigh” myself by how my jeans fit [...]

Hi Guys! Since COLOR seems to be everywhere this season, I have created a guide to this season’s crazy colors!!!!  This is the year of color and now is as good of a time as any to express your individuality and let your inner beauty shine through the colorful world of makeup. Sometimes, we want [...]

For Chicago girls, who are beginning to shake off the dreariness of Winter, now is the perfect time to play with  some of the amazing colors that have been all over the Spring runways. I have even seen vibrant colors of lime green and fuchsia as eye shadows on the lids!! Color is definitely taking [...]

I am dying to be able to wear all the new 2011 Spring colors!!!! It certainly adds a little smile to my face when I can go about the Winter months with a pop of Spring color. However, Spring is still 6 weeks away! So for now, its about mid season makeup and mixing your [...]

Hey Guys! It’s Valentine’s Day so I wanted to share the love by posting some of the recent makeup related questions I have been asked. How to keep lipstick on longer? My personal favorite is to apply a dry eyeshadow (in a lip color) all over the lip. Then apply gloss or lipstick to finish. [...]