FiFi's Beauty & Artistry

Yay!!! Look what I Got

2012-06-25T12:41:00.003-04:00

Beauty By Krystal: FOTD: Birds Of Paradise 6-16-12

2012-06-18T17:50:00.001-04:00

Beauty By Krystal: FOTD: Birds Of Paradise 6-16-12: This weekend I was finally able to play with some makeup and create a bright, colorful, birds of paradise inspired look. I recently receive...
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Feature On Tampa Style Magazine

2012-03-11T09:54:00.001-04:00

My work was feature on a well known magazine here in Tampa. I had the pleasure to work with an amazing team and some amazing models. I was able to show case my work and my makeup line. For there February issue. I will show you some images of the magazine. It's very exciting to know I was able to do this. I hope to be feature in many more magazine in the future.

Introducing two new colors

2012-03-11T09:43:00.000-04:00

I added to new colors to my collections so far now I have to new matte colors. I know you guys are going to love these colors. They are bold and amazing. One called "Purple luv"and the other one is called "Creamy"
I will show you how they each look wet or dry. Enjoy Fi.R Cosmetics, LLC has done it again. If you want to know how to get these colors let me know through FB http://www.facebook.com/Fi.RCosmetics so you could get your hands on them. Ciao :)

Raw Show In NY

2012-03-11T08:48:00.000-04:00

It was great to be apart of an amazing show. I had a blast in NY being that I was there for two weeks I wanted to enjoy and get inspired by the city of dreams. I met great people. That was the great part of it. I know I haven't blog on a while but I have been on a mission to stay focus and follow my dreams. Day by day I feel I'm getting closer. That's a blessing in itself. I have some pictures I would like to share with you guys. It was great to see the amazing talent in NY. I was able to show case my upcoming makeup line and that was awesome to show NY what I had. Im proud to say Im a part of RAW NYC

The experience with Maximilian Studios

2012-01-19T23:04:00.005-05:00

I had the chance to work with a local photographer here in Tampa Bay area. His name is Max. I had the pleasure of working with some agency models from Wilhelmina . One was from Denver and the second one was from Miami. I had a blast working with them. The pictures came out amazing! The experience working with them was amazing. Working with professional is always a plus. I want to share some sneak peaks of the photos as well. I also did a behind the scene from one of the shoot from one of the models. Muriel is an amazing model and very sweet. I had the pleasure to using my makeup line one them too. My pigments are very versatile and great on any skin tone! Amazing photographer and Models.

Now lets see these amazing pictures:

Photographer: Maximilian Juan Rivera

Model: Muriel V. (Miami Wilhelmina)

Hair/Mua: Me

Photographer: Maximilian Juan Rivera

Model: Luccia C (Denver Wilhelmina)

Hair/Mua: Me

Thanks for the opportunity

You could check out his work right on this link. Show him some support

http://maximilianstudios.tumblr.com/

I did a M.A.C Haul

2012-01-15T21:25:00.000-05:00

I wanted to get some colors to add to all the other stuff I have and I got some colors from the naturally collections I got all the four lipstick colors which are Cherish, A perfect day, Beach Sand, Touch

Then I got a paint pod called Let's Skate
I also got me a palette finally and four eye shadow
Jest, copperplate, rice paper, handwritten

I had to restock on my fix plus, brush cleaner, eyebrow pencils called Spiked!! Its a must for me!
I will show you all the colors and pictures all below!

Premier Style Events: Featured Vendor

2012-01-11T13:13:00.000-05:00

Premier Style Events: Featured Vendor:

MakeUp By FiFi "The Creation of Beauty is Art." I’m a certified esthetician , makeup artist and nail technician....

Check me out feature on a blog. I'm so grateful. Thanks Jackie

NYE LOOK INSPIRE BY THE BIG APPLE!

2011-12-29T21:41:00.002-05:00

Since we coming to the New Year I wanted to do a fun look and I got inspired by NEW YORK

I miss it I haven't been there in 3yrs soon I will be there.

I used Fi.R Cosmetics

I used ONYX, SMURFFETTE , BLOOD DIAMOND, ELECTRIC GREEN, PINK PANTHER

Red Glitter

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2012

TIME TO RISE TO THE TOP!

Fi.R Cosmetics Must Have for 2011-2012

2011-12-24T12:07:00.003-05:00

from the left dry and to the right they are wet

as you could see they are very pigments!

And the jars!

Here are my must have for the holidays, Blood Diamond,Soft Sage,Bronze

I wanted to give you guys some inside to my pigments and the colors that are a must have for this season. I have a lot of colors but I want to give you guys the choices I have made. What I love about my pigments is that they are very versatile. They could be used dry, wet, eyeliner, lips, even nails.. I have used some for my cheeks!

Me as a makeup artist is always looking for something I could use in many ways. As well carry them in my makeup kit. I carry them everywhere because people always ask me where did you get that color. I always tell them I have my own pigments. They get amazed that I have unique colors never seen before.

Since we in the holidays spirit I wanted to share some of my colors you would like! If you are interested in getting some let me know. You could go here to check out the rest of the amazing colors http://www.facebook.com/Fi.RCosmetics

Also when you order I send out some extra beauty goodies as a surprise. So why pass on getting some free items!
For 3 for $30 you get pigments and extra free stuff
Or 5 for $45 you get pigments and extra free stuff

I will be doing a look with these colors later on today. So stay tune.....

Chocolate Mask Treatment Yummy..

2011-12-23T00:26:00.000-05:00

This is what I use everyday to clean my face. Its gentle and I like that. You could get this at Walmart.

Chocolate Mask I did on my face it smells so good I wanted to eat it. You want to have you face clean before using this. Once you massage it to your face and neck. You could relax and wait 15 mins. Once that mask gets dry. Then you could take it of and damp your face. As soon as I took it off my face felt great. I got this amazing mask at your local Target.

I love these wipes before I wash my face. I use this amazing wipes. They smell like blueberries. Got them at Target as well. These are awesome if you go out and dont feel like washing you face. I use these and then I'll wash my face in the morning.

Funny me with the chocolate mask.. It gets really tight and that means its doing its job!

I love these products there are samples I got at the skin care expo.

Hydro peptide. These are only able to get when you have a licensed.

I love the way they work on the skin. My skin feels hydrated!

Bang a quick way of making your face feel amazing. Hydrated as well.

Skin is always important to keep it looking radiant!

The Best Gift Ever!

2011-12-22T23:46:00.000-05:00

I want to thanks Xong Hong for capturing a picture of my little boy.

I cant believe how fast he has grown.

He is so creative he gets is from his parents

I'm a proud mother. He is a handful

but he is worth it because he is my miracle baby!

This xmas nothing matter because he the best gift ever!

Tuesday Look

2011-12-21T00:38:00.002-05:00

Loving Fi.R Cosmetics, Wet & Wild, Revlon photo ready, E.L.F,

Colors I used were chocolate, coffee, blood diamond,

Drug store Haul

2011-12-21T00:10:00.000-05:00

Maybelline baby lip balms

NYC concealers yellow and green and Mascara , Nail polishes

HIP eyeliners

Maybelline eye shadows & studios

Revlon lip gloss

Makeup for Rosacea

2011-12-20T23:33:00.000-05:00

While medical therapy can address the underlying physical aspects of rosacea, makeup can help instantly improve the look of your skin and boost your self-confidence about your appearance. Here are some tips to help you look and feel your best.

Get a clean start. Before applying makeup, cleanse and moisturize your face with skin-care products appropriate for your skin. Always treat skin gently, never rubbing or pulling with your fingers, makeup sponges or even a washcloth or towel, as this may cause irritation. And use the right tools to minimize irritation — anti-bacterial brushes may be best, since even the oil and bacteria on your fingers can irritate skin.

Effective use of cosmetics can reduce the
appearance of symptoms.

Keep it simple. The more ingredients and products you apply to your skin, the higher the likelihood that an ingredient or product may aggravate it. That's why it may be helpful to use multi-function products, such as a green-tinted base that also contains sunscreen. Always test a new product in a peripheral area — your neck, your arm — before using it on your face to make sure your skin doesn't react to it. Avoid any products that burn, sting or irritate your skin.
Use a green-tinted base. A sheer green-tinted primer is a good choice for a makeup base — it can help visually correct redness and even out skin tone. Get one with UVA/UVB protection and you'll help shield skin from exposure that can aggravate rosacea. A protective base has another bonus, too: it helps your makeup last longer.
Choose oil-free foundation and concealer. Look for an oil-free foundation that offers the level of coverage you need, from sheer to full. And for both foundation and concealer, choose your shade carefully. Foundation should match your natural skin tone as closely as possible, while concealer should be just one shade lighter than your natural skin tone.

Use of a brush, rather than a sponge,
can minimize irritation.

How to apply foundation. Use a light touch when applying foundation. You may want to use an antibacterial foundation brush to apply it rather than a sponge (too harsh for skin) or your fingertips (can add unnecessary oil to the face). For brush application, start by applying a small amount of liquid foundation to the back of your hand. Dab with the brush and smooth over your face, starting in the center and blending outward. For cream or powder foundation, sweep the brush across the surface of the compact and apply to your face. Use broad strokes for large areas of the face: cheeks, forehead and chin. Use the edge of the brush to reach narrow areas: nose, mouth, eyes and hairline. Blend well. Be sure to clean the brush between uses.
How to apply concealer. Use an antibacterial concealer brush to lightly dot concealer under your eyes, starting at the inner corner and working outward. Blend well for a seamless look. You can hide bumps or visible blood vessels by dabbing and blending concealer directly onto each area, then using foundation all over to create a more even tone.
Consider cover-corrective makeup. Especially for those with moderate to severe rosacea, cover-corrective cosmetics may be an appropriate option. Available in a choice of formulations with UVA and UVB sun protection and a wide array of tones to match your natural skin color, they can thoroughly conceal many types of skin imperfections to create a flawless look.
Explore the benefits of mineral powder. Mineral makeup is often a good choice for skin with rosacea, as it typically doesn't contain potentially irritating ingredients. There are also innovative mineral powder formulas specifically formulated to color-correct redness. Dust a yellow-toned mineral powder over foundation, or use it over your protective base instead of foundation to help further tone down the look of redness.
To blush or not to blush. Mineral powder blushers are also available, but since skin already tends to have a lot of color, go easy on cheek color if you use it at all. Choose sheer blush formulated for sensitive skin and apply sparingly with an antibacterial brush, sweeping it from the apples of the cheeks toward the temples.
Opt for extra-gentle eye makeup. Eyes are sensitive to begin with, and if yours have signs and symptoms of ocular rosacea, it's especially important to treat the eye-area skin gently. Select products designed for sensitive eyes that have been ophthalmologist tested — and allergy- tested, fragrance-free formulas may be ideal. Mascara and eyeliner should be easy to apply and remove without pulling or tugging on the eyes. Look for mascara formulas that can be gently removed by simply rinsing with warm water. Mineral powder eye shadow may be the perfect choice for eyes susceptible to rosacea symptoms. Neutral colors, both in shadow and eye pencils, may also be less irritating than strong jewel tones since they have less pigment.
Go for neutral lips. Lips will shine in neutral shades close to your natural lip color. Avoid red shades that may exacerbate the look of redness in your skin

Thanks to http://www.rosacea.org/patients/skincare/makeuptips.php

New Review on Sonia Kashuk Tinted Moisturizer SPF15

2011-12-20T23:08:00.002-05:00

before

After

Here are the colors

Here is my take on these Tinted Moisturizer. I went to Target and did a big haul. I wanted to try some things out and tell you guys all about. I'm going to start by talking about these Tinited Moisturizer. I have never used one before so I wanted to try this brand. So they have 4 different colors. I know I don't like to use makeup all the time. I have surf the net and seen people talk about tinted moisturizer. I'm going to tell you which shades I got. I purchase Linen, Fair, Beige, Tan. My colors is Tan.

What is a tinted moisturizer: It helps balance and protect your skin. Tinted moisturizer is makeup and treatment in one. Light reflectors help disguise fine lines and wrinkles. Delivers a more even skin tone. UVA and UVB protection.

Directions for use: Choose your shade, apply to fingertips and blend over entire face and neck. Avoid direct contact with eyes.

My intake on how it feels:

I like the way it glides on the skin. It feels light. I like that. I will show you before and after on my face on the coverage. I just did one side of my face to show you guys. I like the packaging and it also gives you an expire date so you know when its time for a new one. I got these awesome tinted moisturizer at your local Target for only $12.99 each. You could wear them alone or you could use it as a base as well. Follow to your normal routine.

Would I recommend this products I would

A little goes a long way if you looking for that nice tint or something underneath.

New Revlon Colorburst Lipglosses

2011-12-15T21:29:00.001-05:00

The colors I got are Fire, Pink ice, Crystal Lilac

Today was my drug store haul so I want to present this amazing lip gloss I got from this collection. I got three for now but I will be getting more. Love the packaging. The gloss is light. I hate those sticky one because they seem to stick to things and I hate when that happens. So I came across these and I had to get some. I got a red of course I love red! I got some pink ones. I will post some swatches and photos of them so you could see what I'm talking about. I also want to mention I like the wand inside. It’s has a curve on the tip so it feels even smoother.

I actually mix the two pinks and I love it because its not that crazy it gives you that nice soft healthy look for the lips. Under that I apply the baby lips from Maybelline and my lips are feeling so good!

Pink ice, Crystal Lilac onTogether

Fire

New Baby Lips from Maybelline

2011-12-15T20:20:00.003-05:00

Well since the holidays are here are Lips tend to get dry on us...I found these awesome lip balms and I wanted to share & talk all about them.. It also has SPF very important to me because taking care of your face is not only important. So are our lips!!

Clinically proven to make lips 82% visibly less dry, 94% less rough, 77% more supple, and 77% better looking after just four weeks of use! It’s clinical care for baby soft lips!

Glide baby lips SPF 20 lip balm over the lips before sun exposure. Wear it alone or under your favorite Maybelline New York lipcolor.

The names are (grape vine, cherry me, peppermint, peach kiss, quenched, pink punch)

Its a must to have in our makeup kits & everyday uses.

8hrs of moisturizing

I got mines at Walmart.

My Morning Makeup Routine

2011-12-15T01:17:00.001-05:00

Everyday makeup using Fi.R Cosmetics

Fi.R cosmetics samples

2011-12-15T01:14:00.001-05:00

Another Make up artist in MD using Fi.R Cosmetics & giving a review

Tutorial: Blue Winged Liner & Bold Lip

2011-12-15T01:11:00.001-05:00

Introducing Fi.R Cosmetics thanks Avi from Brooklyn, NY

Butterfly Facepaint with New Fi.r Pigments by Neva the Diva! Diva Design...

2011-12-15T01:10:00.001-05:00

Check out Neva Using Fi.R Cosmetics

Fi.Я Cosmetics: "When You Look Fierce You Are Fear-less"

2011-12-15T01:09:00.000-05:00

Fan trying out samples of the pigments! Thanks Love!

My look for Wednesday

2011-12-14T22:46:00.000-05:00

I love the holidays.. And today I was feeling joyful and wanted to walk out of my house looking hot and fierce!
I wont write much because this blog will be more about the photos!

I'm so happy to be able to share photos with my fans!

Inspire With Art!

2011-12-14T22:06:00.000-05:00

I have come along way since I started with my makeup artistry and I take great passion in what I do. I love fashion. I was born this way ' like Lady Gaga sings". I love to be different. With a twist that I could show the different styles. I can call my own! Since I were little girl I always wanted to stand out but having an impact where ever I went. I know I was born to be someone and to help and change peoples life's. I get inspire by others objects, shapes, and life.