Monday, October 17, 2011

Luxe Box October

My first Luxe Box package arrived today and I couldn't wait to see what little gems were inside.


As soon as I opened the box, I immediately noticed all of the personlized touches, the product leaflet is addressed to you and also the cutest wrapping sticker on the tissue.



Amazing, right? So now for the products....



In the October box you will receive:

Moroccan Oil Light 25ml

This uber popular oil creates shine and long term conditioning without leaving a sticky residue, the LIGHT formula is perfect for fine and fair coloured hair.

Calvin Klein Euphoria fragrance sample 1.2ml & Lotion 30ml

This amazing fragrance starts with pomegranate, persimmon, and a lovely lush green accord. The heart then blends into a sensual lotus blossom, black orchid which then finishes off with amber, violet, cream and woods.

Olay Professional Pro-X  Eye Restoration Complex

This specialized eye care treatment helps improve the look of crow's feet. Massaging it in reduces excess fluids to diminish dark circles and puffiness.


Pur Minerals Neutral Foundation Primer 10ml

Perfect for concealing minor imperfections before applying your foundation, this primer is designed for all skin tones and has a natural finish.

Lise Watier Flash Lift Radiance Vial 1ml

This as yet to be launched skin vial can be conveniently used before or after your makeup for a quick pick me up. Perfect for erasing any early-morning signs of fatigue.



As a bonus you also receive a $25 gift card to Dealuxe, your Canadian go-to online shopping destination for fashion, accessories and lifestyle products.



I am now hooked on Luxe Box and can't wait to continue receiving these packages!


Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Did you all get your Kardashian fix this Thanksgiving weekend? Finally, we all got to see the stunning wedding of the year! We were most excited to see Kim's Makeup Artist Mario Dedivanovic in action.



  Mario has let us all in on all of the products he used to get this natural but super defined look:


SKIN: The Moisturizing Lotion by La Mer all over the face and neck.


           Diorskin Nude Natural Glow Hydrating Makeup by Dior


           By Terry's Touche Veloutee concealer.


          Chanel Poudre Universelle Libre Natural Finish Loose Powder




EYES:  L'Oreal Paris Brow Stylist Custom Brow Shaping Pencil in Light Brown.


            Lancome 5 Pan Eyeshadow Palette in Golden Frenzy


           Cover Girl Line Exact Liquid Liner in Very Black


           Lancome Hypnôse Doll Lashes mascara in So Black




CHEEKS: Lancôme Blush Subtil in Rose Romantique


                Guerlain Teracotta bronzing powder


                Giella's Eye M Glam highlighter




LIPS:  YSL Dessin Des Levres lipliner in Nude Beige


           Lancôme’s L’Absolu Nu lipstick in Coral Sand.


           Lancôme La Laque Fever lipgloss in Ravishing Coral



To keep Kim looking fresh from the day and into the evening, Mario used TATCHA Aburatorigami Japanese Blotting Papers.



Find all of Mario's amazing makeup looks here















































































Wednesday, October 5, 2011

MUFE HD Seminar

Last week I was fortunate to get one of the last spots for Makeup Forever's HD Seminar. They had some great info and I gained a lot more knowledge on their products then I had known in the past. I think the number one thing learned was that with HD makeup less is most definitely more. 

Product wise I fell in love with a few things: 

The HD concealer, I didn't realized how little you need with this product. Two twists of the applicator provides enough coverage for all your blemishes and dark circles, plus it also helps to blur any imperfections while looking like you're wearing next to nothing. 

A good tip provided happened to be for one of my kit essentials; the HD microfinish powder. You literally need a tiny dusting of this on top of a kabuki brush to see the results.The powder is invisible to the eye and to HD cameras. However, with a bit too much the flash of a camera can make it appear as chalky white mess. Many celebs have been spotted on the red carpet with white splotches under the eyes and around the nose. The perfect example of what can happen with use of too much product. To play it safe try it out on yourself and take a picture to insure you are using the right amount before going to an event or applying it on a client. Luckily I have a pretty light hand with makeup application so I haven't run into this problem.






Lastly, the HD Elixer. This stuff is amazing! I received a sample of this when it first came out but wasn't fully aware of what it could do. I am so happy I was reintroduced to it. I used this on a bridal client this past weekend and she instantly fell in love. It's great for any dehydration and even chapped lips. Finally something that actually
heals them within 15 minutes. A definite must have in my kit from here on.


A big thank you to all the lovely ladies at Makeup Forever Canada as well as BT / Cityline's Makeup Artist, Tracy Peart for sharing her HD makeup expertise.