JG MAKEUP

Face The Beauty Event NYC

2013-02-13T16:09:00.001-08:00

On February 5, 2013, I invited the beauty industry to “Face the Beauty” with my event “Face the Beauty 2013" by Jackie Gomez. In the first of what will be a yearly celebration of beauty, I unveiled my Top Beauty Picks and Trends for 2013.

Facing beauty is at the center of my beauty philosophy and was the theme of the night. I’ve always found beauty incredibly universal yet very distinct. I grew up in Mexico and New York, and have traveled much in my career, and the universality of beauty has always been so evident to me. An appreciation of beauty pervades all cultures. Of course, the meaning of beauty changes, but beauty remains. So, I’ve always been very conscious of the power of this universal language of beauty. It helps highlight the unique features that make us beautiful. With Face the Beauty, I wanted to showcase my favorite tools for capturing individual beauty.

During the celebration, I unveiled my top beauty picks of 2013. My top picks included products from Smashbox, Tarte lip, Beautyblender, Vapour Organic Beauty, St. Tropez tan, Motives, L’oreal, and Garnier. The event took place at Rogue Space in Chelsea Gallery. Guests also were treated to Skinny Vine wines and Baked by Melissa cupcakes. Flowers were provided by Pedestals Floral Decorators.

1) Vapour organic Mesmerize Eye Color

2) Smashbox eye liner-Smashbox Limitless Liquid Liner

3) Tarte Glamazon Lipstick

4) Beauty Blender Black

5) St. Tropez Tan Bronzing Mousse

6) Motives Blush shooting star

7) L'Oreal Voluminous Million Lashes

8) Garnier Moisturizer

Mexico Sephora St. Tropez Event

2012-11-30T12:40:00.001-08:00

Recently I was invited to celebrate Sephora's 1 year anniversary at the Antara Mall in Mexico and I wanted to share with you some of my favorite moments.

As the US Brand Ambassador for St. Tropez I had the opportunity to meet with the Sephora PR/Marketing team in Mexico who greeted me with open arms for their great celebration.

During my eventful trip I was introduced to amazing beauty editors from InStyle, Marie Claire, Elle, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Reforma (Mexico's largest newspaper) and Sephora's own video network Mx Tv. as well as NYLON Tv Mexico.

St. Tropez had a lovely cabana for demonstrations and interviews where clients lined up to experience first hand how great the products worked instantly.

Sephora went the extra mile to bring customer awareness to the event and brought in a DJ, live music, cake cutting and mini booths; making it one of the best celebrations I've attended.

I'm already counting the days before I return to Mexico as I had a lovely experience visiting and meeting so many warm and beautiful people. If you get a chance to visit the Antara Mall stop by Sephora and personally see one of their best locations ever.

Remember, Try St. Tropez for a gorgeous, even tan and golden color (anytime of the day, anywhere in the world, anytime time of the year!)

Telemundo Interview

2012-08-21T11:18:00.000-07:00

Last month Telemundo 47 interviewed me at Deva Spa in Soho and I wanted to share with all of you the video (in Spanish):

As we all know Beyoncé was named the most beautiful woman in the world by People Magazine and many of you just like Telemundo have asked how to achieve her special glow. In my video interview you will find how easy it is to get her look:

1) 1. Use Motives Baked Eye Shadow Trio in Affluent in the inner corner of your eye to make it pop (the lighter shade is suggested).

2) 2. Apply my favorite St. Tropez Bronzer to warm up your face and give it a healthy beachy look.

3) 3. Try Tarte Cosmetics Amazonian Bright Pink Blush on the apples of your cheeks.

4) 4. A dap of Tarte Maracuja Divine Shine Lip Gloss will enhance your lips and make them look fuller.

5) 5. Complete the look by using St. Tropez Illuminating Cream in Gold on your cheekbones by applying it with a Beautyblender.

A big thanks to Deva Spa in Soho for hosting such a fun day, make sure to check them out and pamper yourself (plus pick up your favorite St. Tropez products there too). My hair looked amazing thanks to Eric R. Williams from Top 5 Management and it was great meeting the Indique Hair team who provided me with lovely Virgin Indian Hair (Hysteria in Ebony) My hair has never looked better so definitely stop by the Soho store to check out their amazing pieces. Telemundo 47 rocks and their team was pleasure work with!

Baby News

2012-07-17T12:02:00.000-07:00

47 days ago my husband and I welcomed our son Mason Anthony to this beautiful world. We couldn't be any happier to have him with us as he brought enormous joy to both of our families. Mason is spoiled with lots of love on a daily basis and he means the world to my husband and I.

Besides sharing the news about Mason I wanted to put together a quick update with some must-have products for your baby's skin that I lately discovered all while starting my journey as a new mom.

Taking care of a baby' skin from head to toe while preventing cradle cap can be frustrating as there are so many products out there promising to take care of their dry scalp/skin, but two in particular have worked wonders and I wanted to share them with you today:

Mustela Foam Shampoo for Newborns

Besides this shampoo smelling amazing, it is safe and easy to use with a foam texture that won't sting or run into your baby's eyes. I love that it prevents skin from drying and helps remove/limit cradle cap development.

Essentially the perfect gift for new moms and their baby!

Weleda Calendula Oil

I love using this oil on my son and applying it to his scalp right after his bath. Massage or brush your baby's head with this oil as it gently cares and protects their delicate skin. The oil helps maintain moisture and is ideal for a calm smoothing baby massage. My whole family loves the smell so make sure to try it and spoil your little one with lots of love too!

Hope these tips help moms (new, expecting and everyone in between)!

St. Tropez News

2012-07-12T11:59:00.000-07:00

I wanted to share the news about my partnership with St. Tropez as their new 2012 US Brand Ambassador.

Make sure to follow them on Twitter @StTropezTan and like their Facebook page: StTropezTanUSA

We have many projects coming up so I will definitely keep everyone posted with the latest news. In the meantime make sure to treat yourself and experience their amazing and luxurious products to achieve the perfect tan!

Honey Videos - Miel Pura Videos

2012-04-19T13:18:00.000-07:00

Take a peek into my latest videos in Spanish. Enjoy!

Miel Pura

Exfoliante con Miel para los Labios

Miel Pura

Mascarilla Facial Vigorizante a base de Miel

Latina.com Smoky Eye Video

2011-06-02T09:01:00.000-07:00

Recently I had the pleasure of having Latina Magazine visit me at Mint The Salon in NY for a makeup video on how to accomplish the perfect smoky eye. My beautiful model was Jessica Caban and I could not have asked for a nicer, more gorgeous Latina for the feature (Thanks Melissa Swider and Top 5 Management for the introduction).

Check out the video and see my makeup recommendations below:

1. Pür Minerals Natures Paradise Palette: Light Gold Shadow

2. Pür Minerals Natures Paradise Palette: Dark Brown Shoadow

3. Pür Intensity Gel Liner in Carbon

4. Pür Minerals Triple Impact Mascara

Use the Natures Paradise Palette for your eyeshadow and apply the light gold color over your lid from lash line to brow bone. Then use the dark brown shadow very lightly on your lid from lash line to crease.

Intensify this dark shadow on the crease in a back and forth motion to make your eye appear deeper.

Take the Intensity Gel Liner from the inner corner of the eye across the lid and extend it at the corner for a cat-eye effect. Don't forget to line the lower lid and blend with a little dark shadow for a softer effect.

Use the Triple Impact Mascara on both upper and lower lashes to finish your perfect smoky eye.

Thanks Latina Magazine, Jessica Caban and Mint The Salon for a great day taping this feature!

Get The Look: Solange at The DKMS Event

2011-05-20T15:42:00.000-07:00

One of my favorite red carpet makeup looks right now is the Soft Seventies Solange Knowles sported while attending the DKMS event in New York. Check out the recommendations below and let your inner 70's glamour come out and play!

8 great products you should try to achieve Solange's Red Carpet Look:

1. Never Let Them See You Shine Oil Control Primer by Philosophy

2. Cover FX Total Coverage Cream Foundation in B15

3. Dark Circle Defense Under Eye Concealer by Tarte Cosmetics

4. Pür Minerals' 4-in-1 Pressed Mineral Makeup

5. Rimmel London Colour Rush Quad Eyeshadow

6. Rimmel London Lash Maxxx Waterproof Mascara

7. Monoi Oil Bronzing Powder by Korres

8. Rimmel London Lasting Finish Intense Wear Lipstick in Crush

Get The Look: Olivia Palermo in Elle Mexico

2011-04-22T13:53:00.000-07:00

Spring's hottest makeup can be found in the current issue of Elle Mexico with the gorgeous Olivia Palermo on the cover. She was photographed by Steven Gomillion and Dennis Leupold, who inspired me to give her a powerfully sexy look perfect for the above beauty shot.

GET OLIVIA'S LOOK

Re-created with the following Pür Minerals products:

1. Correcting Primer in Neutral

2. 4-in1 Pressed Mineral Makeup Foundation with SPF 15 in Golden Medium

3. Nature's Paradise Palette

4. Pür Intensity Gel Eyeliner in Carbon

5. Mineral Shea Butter Lipstick in Pink Diamond

MAKEUP LESSON

*I love spring looks because they are made for an easy transition from editorial to reality and the makeup I use on set is perfect for every skin tone.

*To get Olivia's radiant skin, first prep with Pür Minerals Correcting Primer in Neutral. The advanced formula in this foundation primer provides you a flawless airbrushed look.

*Next, apply the 4-in-1 Pressed Mineral Makeup Foundation with SPF 15 to cover imperfections and obtain smooth coverage in 60 seconds or less.

*To define cheekbones, apply the blush from Nature's Paradise Palette for a healthy-looking glow.

*From the six island-inspired eye shadows in the Nature's Paradise Palette use the dark brown eye shadow to bring out the color in your eyes and the light gold shadow for a natural, yet dazzling, look.

*Another great benefit of using the above palette is that it has a Tropic Bronze sun-soaked powder in the palette as well, which is can be brushed over your face, neck and body.

*I chose a luscious Mineral Shea Butter Lipstick that hydrates your lips as the sparkling pale pink suited Olivia's coloring.

Try the above easy steps for an effortlessly spring look and enjoy the great season ahead of us.

Visit www.PurMinerals.com for further details on my recommendations today.

Men's Skincare for BLANK Magazine

2011-04-11T10:08:00.000-07:00

I recently had the pleasure of working on the latest cover of Blank Magazine with the amazing photographers Steven Gomillion and Dennis Leopold from GNL Studios and had the greatest time with them.

This week I wanted to share with you some of my favorite products I used on set while being surrounded by so many handsome men. If you have a boyfriend, guy-friend, husband or someone in need of some great skincare recommendations then pay attention because these are everyday-friendly items that work perfectly for when getting men camera ready.

Start by trying the Lab Series Water Lotion to clean the skin and lightly hydrate it. The packaging is perfect for any guy who isn't comfortable yet with skincare toiletries so make it a must-have and part of their daily routine.

To give the skin a healthy-looking glow, apply Clinique's Non Streak Gel Bronzer with a BeautyBlender (amazing makeup applicator that will prevent the bronzer from staining your hands) and since the gel bronzer blends in evenly with your natural skin tone you are guaranteed a natural looking tanned look.

Finish the look by using the Peter Thomas Roth Matte Lip Balm - Flavor-free and unisex so make sure to stock up because everyone around you will want one!

Less is more when trying to achieve healthy looking skin so don't worry if you are on set and the hair stylist is looking at you crazy because your gorgeous model was makeup ready in less than 5 minutes.

Blank Magazine - Summer Issue

2011-04-11T10:06:00.000-07:00

Another amazing cover I shot for Blank Magazine with GNL Studios was the summer issue - and yes! its hot and sizzling, the perfect recipe for when you desire to be irresistibly desired!
Here are a few tips and tricks I used on set for this shoot:

Clean skin is crucial no matter if you are working in, out, with or without water! I carry in my kit the Korres Pomegranate Wipes and constantly find people loving the scent and how toned and refreshed their skin feels.

To create a beautiful balanced skin try the Victoria's Secret Tinted Moisturizer. Its lightweight and hydrating formula is perfect for spring/summer and can be used instead of your daily foundation while still providing the necessary coverage.

Give your skin a natural-looking glow in any light by using Clarins Bronzing Duo Compact - blend the two flattering colors or use alone for sun-kissed results.

Finish your seductive and desired look with a moisturizing lip balm that will plump and hydrate your lips by trying the Lip Fusion Conditioning Stick in Buff, a sheer nude with just enough hint of color to brighten your face.

A perfect look is not always easy, but it can be accomplished with simplicity.
Summer is right around the corner so desire to be irresistibly desired and try the above products for a better looking you!

Makeup for your Alter Ego

2011-02-04T13:48:00.001-08:00

Are you ready the weekend?

Spoil your alter ego and try Illamasqua (pronounced Ill-mas-ka) makeup - a line for the bolder person hiding inside all of us.

This week I'll share with your 3 of my favorite items from their collection that I always carry in my kit - just in case I have a brave celebrity client wanting to experiment.

1. 4-Colour Liquid Metal Palette : Highly pigmented and one of my all-time favorite eye shadow palette! Give yourself the power to shine with these incredible metallic cream shades and let the inner diva come out!

2. False Eye Lashes : Be comfortable with showing a different side and try these handmade lashes created for those brave enough to show their after-dark drama side. I stock up on these lashes when I can because you never know someone will call with a specific request for a different look or simply request for a more dramatic look on set or on the red carpet. Try them over the weekend and get back to me with the number of compliments you get!

3. Lipstick : A color-intense lipstick that has a highly pigmented formula providing you with a flawless finish. My top celebrity clients have asked me to send them samples because they love that their lips look perfect all night long.

Live a colorful life and be adventurous! Visit your local Sephora immediately and let your alter ego know its all going to be good this weekend!

My Latest Videos

2011-01-31T09:06:00.000-08:00

Take a peek into my latest videos. Enjoy!

E News!

Pür Minerals Tutorial

Beauty BFF

Triple Threat All-in-1 Products

2011-01-28T14:22:00.000-08:00

This week I wanted to share 3 products that multitask perfectly while making you feel and look great (plus it saves you time and we all love some extra time in our hands).

1. Fusion Beauty IllumiFill Line Filling Luminizer - and excellent all-in-one line product that smoothens and illuminates your skin while providing a plumbing radiance booster to restore collagen on your skin. I personally use it and love how easy it is to look younger instantly while disguising wrinkles on my face.

2. Lorac's Double Feature - A concealer, highlighter and blender ball all in one slim easy to use stick. I love using it because it is truly true to your skin color and will brighten any dark circles making you look like a star all day long, plus it helps smooth your makeup in place.

3. D.J.V.'s Beautenizer Fiberwig Mascara - try it if you are looking for a smudgeproof, conditioning and extra volumizing mascara that will guarantee long false lash results instantly.

3 "Scent"sational Finds

2011-01-17T15:40:00.001-08:00

This week I share with you 3 products you must have to look good and smell even better!

1. DuWop Foundation of Youth is a soft texture moisturizing foundation with an incredible scent of Japanese Honeysuckle.

2. Korres Lip Butter Glaze is one of my favorite items to carry with me at all times. It is a line smoothing buttery lip glaze in a tube that smells amazingly fruity. Incredible for really dry lips.

3. Fresh Rose Primer contains 100% rose water and promises to leave your skin looking and feeling fresh. Start your routine the right way and smell good all day!

Visit your nearest Sephora and try these wonderfully scented items.

Best Steals Under $10

2011-01-06T10:27:00.000-08:00

This week I'm sharing 3 great must have products I recently picked up while shopping at my local drugstore and they were are all under $10.00

If you are looking for a long-lasting eye shadow that does not crease and blends in easily then try the e.l.f. Studio Single Eye Shadow with an incredible value of $3.00 each!

For an intense black eye liner that will not fade away try the Almay Liquid Eyeliner. Definitely a personal favorite of mine since its so intensely black and can always help any eye color appear lighter. $8.00

Everyone loves beautiful lashes so make sure to try L'Oreal's Extra-Volume Collagen Waterproof Mascara to dramatically intensify them. If you are not a fan of falsies then this is an item you must own! $7.50

Let me know how these work for you as I love all 3 of them!

Attempt something new this year and visit your drugstore beauty aisle more often.

My Favorite Moments of 2010

2010-12-30T09:59:00.001-08:00

2010 has been one of the best years of my life!

I’ve been blessed with amazing friends, clients and my career has never been better.

I wanted to share some of my favorite moments of this year with you.

I started the year by traveling to Los Angeles with my agent to meet up with Supermodel Marisa Miller for her Grammys red carpet appearance and had a great, unforgettable time.

As soon as I returned to New York I met up with Mercedes Sanchez for a BeChicMag.com interview filmed at Sephora where I found myself getting a lot more comfortable in front of cameras.

In the early spring I got together with Solange Knowles for The Leukemia Awareness Gala where she looked spectacular on the red carpet and loved catching up with her as she is always a blast to be around. The following month I experienced traveling privately with Beyonce Knowles to the White House for the State Dinner and seriously appreciated the priceless moments I lived while in DC.

Back in New York I worked with Erin Andrews and loved how beautiful, nice and a true sweetheart she is; truly a perfect celebrity!

During the summer I travelled to Toronto with Victoria’s Secret Supermodel Erin Heatherton and returned to New York right on time for the most important day of my life; My Wedding! A day filled with lots of love and wonderful memories of family, friends and oh yeah! I did my own makeup and added individual lashes to my bridal party so we all looked fabulous!

Back from my honeymoon I got to meet model Angela Lindvall for the sustainable Pop-Up Gallery for Pure DKNY and I got to see how full of life she truly is. Later in the fall I got to work with Victoria’s Secret models Candice Swanepoel, Erin Heatherton, Chanel Iman and Lily Aldridge during the press for The VS Fashion Show where it really was like having best friends 24x7 as everyone was special to me from the PR girls to the Angels.

Another great singer who I loved working with this year was Tiffany Evans, who is a special person in my life as I've known her since she was 14. I was extremely happy to be involved with her latest project and had a great time on set for her music video and album packaging.

Thanksgiving and the Holiday Season brought many one-of-a-kind moments as I found myself staring at the TV and seeing myself in specials like Beyonce’s I Am World Tour on ABC and E!News.

I end this incredible year with my latest fashion story on Stylecaster and truly appreciate the love and support they have given me while on set and on Twitter!

Special thanks to my husband, agent, family, friends, Pür Minerals, my incredible clients and all of you (Twitter followers, Facebook fans, blog readers) for a successful year full of growth. I’m very grateful for all the opportunities that helped me get ready for what is coming in 2011.

I pledge to continue being passionate about everything that comes my way. Happy New Year everyone!

Try Something New for The Holidays!

2010-12-20T10:03:00.000-08:00

Happy Holidays Everyone!

This week I wanted to post my Makeup Must Haves for when attending your

Holiday Parties.

I recently was introduced to the Clarins' Limited Edition Barocco

Makeup Collection and automatically fell in love with their rich

golds, multi-tasking and sensual style.

The Shimmering Gold Powder is an ultimate must have as you can wear it as an

eyeshadow, a highlighter on your cheekbones and/or apply it on your body for extra

shine. If the container itself (elegant black cylinder decorated with a black scroll and

beautiful tassel) does not convince you, then its gold powder formed into gold-dusted

nuggets will blow you away!

Holiday Parties are the perfect time to accentuate with shimmer so don't be afraid of

taking it to the next level and celebrate your best features!

Compliment the Shimmering Gold Powder with the perfect red lip and try Rouge Prodige

True Colour & Shine Lipstick by Clarins. Its long-lasting creamy texture is ideal for

every skin tone so give it a try and see the results. My personal favorite is Fusion Red.

Hope everyone has a great Holiday Season! Take lots of pictures and have fun!

Get The Look - Tiffany Evans "I'll Be There"

2010-12-12T11:27:00.000-08:00

A few weeks ago I had the pleasure again of being on set with

singer-songwriter, Tiffany Evans for her latest music video

"I'll Be There" - truly an incredible and inspirational song.

Together with Celebrity Hairstylist, Cesar Ramirez we created

looks for Tiffany's album packaging and music video. Today I

wanted to share 5 of my favorite makeup products from the shoot

since we have received an overwhelming response on how amazing

Tiffany looks on camera (simply stunning I might add).

My Top 5 Products from Tiffany Evans' "I'll Be There" video

1. Clarins Rouge Prodige True Colour & Shine Lipstick in Coral Tulip

This new true-hold lipstick is one of my favorite to use when wanting

to achieve rich color, stunning shine and long-lasting comfort.

2. Tarte Cosmetics emphasEYES Amazonian clay waterproof liner

A plush, two-in-one shadow and liner with amazing ingredients for the

a perfect well defined eyes. Try it immediately and love it for life!

3. GlowFusion Micro-Tech Intuitive Active Bronzer in Sunshine

The perfect brush-on glow treatment for all types of skin. Invest in a

couple of these at a time so you have one at home and another in your

travel makeup bag. Seriously the best shot at a totally sexy glow 24x7.

4. Ardell Duralash Natural individual Lashes

Amazing natural-looking lashes that give you a little glam while still

being subtle. Easy to apply and I use them on my clients all the time.

5. Smashbox Blush Rush in Heartbreak

Love the pigmentation and its smooth, silky, long-lasting and healthy-

looking flush of color on your cheeks.

Selecting the right products is key! Less is more when trying to achieve a

camera-ready look that is soft and natural yet glamorous at the same time.

Tiffany looks flawless because she is truly a beautiful person inside and out

and I only hope you use my recommendations to feel likewise.

"I'll Be There" is available on iTunes so fall in love with it now and share

it with your loved ones as well.

My Favorite Secrets

2010-12-04T19:44:00.000-08:00

Victoria's Secret has been on everybody's mind lately and I

wanted to share some of my favorite VS Beauty products I

recently used on Candice Swanepoel, Erin Heatherton and

Lily Aldridge; three of their newest and most gorgeous angels

in the world.

Follow these easy steps I use every time I work with Victoria's

Secret supermodels to achieve flawless looks night and day:

*Prep your skin with a top quality lightweight tinted face

moisturizer that will correct imperfections and even out your

skin tone.

*Try an oil-free concealer for better under-eye coverage and/or

to conceal stubborn blemishes.

*Always have an eyeshadow with multiple but separate shades

and apply lightest (from lash line to brow bone) to darkest

(from lash line to crease) for maximum impact.

*Use a precision liquid eye liner from the inner corner of the eye

across the lid and extend at the outer corner to define the shape

of your eye.

*Wear a mascara that not only defines and lengthens, but creates

voluminous lashes. Make sure not to leave home without one!

*Achieve a sun kissed look by using a bronzer that will give you

a flawless natural glow (apply where the sun would naturally hit

your face).

*Indulge and apply a sugar scrub to your lips before moisturizing

them with a balm for a perfect soft pout.

MY VS MAKEUP MUST HAVES

1. Tinted Moisturizer SPF15

2. Oil-Free Concealer

3. Eyeshadow Quad in Sultry

4. Precision EyeLiner

5. PRO Voluptuous FX Mascara

6. Bronzer/Highlighter Trio

7. PRO Smooth FX Lip Scrub & Balm

Looking amazing and natural at all times like an Angel should

not be impossible. Practice the steps and use the products above

to see easy results to a more flawless you!

Get The Tour Look

2010-11-27T22:29:00.000-08:00

Happy Holidays and Thank Your for all the love I've getting lately!

Many have reached out asking about the makeup for one of my top

celebrity clients and today I wanted to share the easy step-by-steps

on how to achieve her look.

Beyoncé's Tour Look can be re-created with the following:

*Start by using your favorite foundation and concealer.

1. Clarins Eye Colour Trio - Shade: Collector Limited Edition

Apply the Gold shadow over the entire eye lid from lash line to

brow bone. Then use the Black shadow on the crease only.

2. Pür Minerals' Pür Intensity Gel Eyeliner in Carbon

Use a precision eye liner brush from the inner corner of the eye,

extend it across the eyelid and pull out at the outer corner to

create a perfect cat-eye effect.

3. Smashbox Artificial Light Luminizing P owder (launching Jan 2011)

Apply in the inner corner of the eye to enhance and add radiance.

4. GlowFusion Bronzer in Sunshine

Sweep across areas of the face the sun would naturally hit for a

perfect sun-kissed complexion.

5. L'Oreal True Match Blush in Spiced Plum

Apply this skin-true texture blush to the apples of the cheek for a

fresh and natural-looking flush of color. Smile and apply!

6. L'Oreal Lipstick in Fairest Nude

Perfect for everyday look, yet rich and creamy for the red carpet.

7. Pür Minerals 4-in-1 Pressed Powder Fondation

A one minute mineral makeup miracle! Use it to seal your look and

get a flawless finish.

Make sure to check out my E! News segment for a video demonstration.

I personally have all these products in my professional and personal

makeup bag so make sure to give them a try. Don't be shy, we all have

an alter-ego and its about time you Love it and Live it!

2010-09-11T17:33:00.001-07:00

Hey all! I've been so excited to share this Must Have Makeup Mondays with you because it's all about the most amazing day of my life - my wedding day! It was a truly remarkable occasion and I felt like the most beautiful woman from morning to night. So for those soon-to-be brides that are about to embark on their big day, and those of you who just want to know a few tips on how to look like a gorgeous bride, I wanted to share my personal wedding day secrets.

To start off, there are a few things that I did prior to my wedding day that have helped me look and feel 100% ready:

1. Drinking a lot of water. You won't look like a blushing bride if your skin is dry and dehydrated.

2. Getting at least 8 hours of sleep per night for at least a full week before your wedding. Let's face it, no one wants to look and feel tired on their big day.

3. Get a facial a week before not a day before! Facials often leave red spots and need time to heal, so take that into consideration when you book your appointments.

4. Have a test run for your hair and makeup, and make sure you're completely satisfied with your wedding look before your big day. Don't try anything new the day before. It's always better to stick with your regular hair style and color in order to avoid last minute disasters. Remember, your natural self is always the best!

5. Relax! Find some time to reflect and meditate every single day.

Ok, so, let me go on to my wedding day makeup! For my wedding look, I went for classic, pure, and romantic. In my opinion, a bride should look natural and radiant. In order to achieve my look, I used:

1. Pur Minerals 4-in-1 Pressed Mineral Makeup Foundation

2. NARS Blush in Orgasm

3. LORAC Eye Shadow in Inspiration

4. YSL ROUGE VOLUPTÉ Silky Sensual Radiant Lipstick SPF 15 in Nude Beige

One last thing! Wedding days can get pretty hectic but always remember that it's your special day - take in every millisecond of it and remember to always smile!

2010-08-29T20:13:00.000-07:00

Hey all! Happy Labor Day! What can I say, a lot of very exciting things have happened to me in the past week. For one, I got married!! The wedding was everything I've hoped it would be and more - a truly remarkable night that I will never forget. Inspired by my special day, I am currently working on a new piece that will talk about my personal makeup secrets and tips for all those soon to be brides. So make sure to check it out next Monday. But for now, I want to share with you two of my recent projects that I have been so excited about.

1) The first is my collaboration with the very talented team from Coco and Creme. I worked with them on the "Get the Look" article that talks about how to achieve Solange's fun look that she sported on the The Jimmy Fallon Show.

2. The second is my collaboration with Latina Magazine. Make sure to check out my expert advice on how to transform your day look into night on page 60 of this month's issue.

That's all for now, but get excited for next week!

2010-08-22T18:27:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone! Happy Monday! Today I want to talk about a “must have” that is a little out of the ordinary but is super fun for all of you makeup enthusiasts! As you all know, for the past several months I had the pleasure of working with Pur Minerals as their brand's in-house makeup artist. In this relatively short amount of time I saw this brand grow and evolve, creating new, fun, and unique products! But their latest creation is not a makeup product but something just as cool! Get this - Pur Minerals came out with their own iPhone application!

With this application, you can try on Pür Minerals’ line of performance mineral makeup, including eye shadows, lipsticks, lip glosses, blushes, mineral powders, mineral eye and lip pencils, plus the multi-tasking 4-in-1 Pressed Mineral Makeup and Universal Marble Powders for eyes, lips and cheeks. In other words, you can figure out which colors and products work best for you and those that don’t in a few easy steps.

Step 1 - simply take a photo or choose from a gallery of model pictures

Step 2 - select the product you would like to use

Step 3 - apply

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I’ve always said that you don’t need to be perfect to look as perfect as a Barbie. A few weeks ago, I stumbled upon a line of really fun makeup sets by Stila. The collection is called “Barbie Loves Stila” and believe me when I tell you that this stuff will transform anyone from their everyday look to looking “Barbie perfect” in minutes. There are several different sets, all packaged in small paint cans, and the cool part about them is that all the looks are based on a top-selling Barbie doll from the last five decades! For example, the #1 Ponytail Doll palette is inspired by the very first Barbie doll and is all about 1950s glamour. My two personal favorite "Barbie Loves Stila" sets are:

-The 1980 Foxy Doll Beauty Can:

“A warm, sultry look featuring coral lips and earth-toned shadow made this doll the epitome of bold 1980's glamour.” The 1980 Foxy Doll beauty can contains soft wheat eye shadow with white shimmer, mid-tone brown with gold shimmer, matte soft berry cheek color, Lip Glaze in Foxy (sheer tangerine color), and Lash Visor Waterproof Mascara in Black.

- The 2000 Jewel Doll Beauty Can:

“A hip sparkly look featuring shimmery shadows and glossy pink lips, this doll exemplified "new millennium pretty."” Inspired by this doll, the set contains tan eye shadow with pink shimmer, mid tone brown eye shadow with gold and brown shimmer, mid tone blue pink with white shimmer cheek color, Lip Glaze in Jewel (Intense mid-tone pink), and Multi-effect Mascara in Black.

Get your Barbie Beauty Cans and get dolled up!