..... LipGloss and A 'Lil Black Dress™ .....

Just a Bit about E .....

2010-08-31T19:15:00.000-04:00

Mood:

Happy , all in all . My m3 ( my kiddies ) are happily coloring in the dining room , my littlest M is happily sleeping in her swing and my hubby is resting on the couch.

The last dream you remember having?

I had a dream about the NJ Housewives , that I was invited to Caroline's house to chit chat about life , motherhood and makeup and stuff. It must have been bc I was watching the Reunion special twice over. Love that Caroline , you Rock Mama =)

Ankle boots — yay or nay?

Always YAY!

A skincare product you’ve been wanting to try ?

La Mer La Mer The Eye Concentrate , need I say more..... ahhhh !!!!

Do you have a twin?

No can't say that I do .

What do you like most about your best friend?

Her sense of humor. No one makes me laugh like she can! Her uncanny way of always knowing what to say to make me feel better. Love you Elaine.

How long does it take you to get ready in the morning?

Oh , god with 4 kids to take care of , geez ! If I wake up extra early , I def will get my face on , usually takes me about 15 minutes, I have got it down to a science. Fresh and Fab in less than Fifteen =)

Last time you changed your hair?

5 days ago went a little more chocolate-e-eer and I LALA Love it =)

Have you ever lied about your age?

No, I am happy to be 33 .

Weekly goals:

To get my other business up and running , my design studio . Master PhotoShop , and keep y lines flowing ..... in the middle of not losing my brain with M4 , getting ready for back to school ... life as a mommi , wifey , business woman , writer , painter and everything in between that makes me , the wonderful E .....

Smoke

2010-08-23T00:28:00.001-04:00

Love Miss J Lo , and boy do I love recreating her smokey eye looks , Upcoming YouTube beauti-orials on achieving the perfect smokey eye. I will be using MMC Cosmetics NY to recreate this fabulous look .

Much Love ,

Ms.MMC

To the Bride and Groom Pro MakeUp Artist Box

2010-08-19T13:45:00.000-04:00

Every Professional MakeUp Artist's Dream of having all the essential shades to make your bride to be beautiful !

Here comes the bride!

The perfect selection of best-selling shades and longest wearing formulas, essential for the bride and bridal party and mother of the bride on the big day. Complete with primer and tools, presented in a chic, transportable case. 59 piece set.

Kit includes:

14 Matte Shadows
3 Sheer Satin Shadows
4 Pearlized Shadows
2 Mineral Shadows
2 Mineral Loose Shadows
8 Blushes
1 Bronzer
1 Finishing Face Powder
4 Lipsticks
2 Lip Cremes
1 Lip Gloss
1 Face Primer
1 Shadow Primer
3 Liquid Foundations
2 Brow Wax
1 Brow Set
1 Mascara
1 Pro Palette Concealer
3 Travel Makeup Brushes
2 Eye Pencils
1 Lip Pencil
1 Pencil Sharpener

Priced @ $142.50

This will become available @ http://www.masonandmiacosmetics.com

on August 29th , 2010 !

Much Love ,

Ms.MMC

La Femme Fatale Pro Palette a BEAUTY MUST with a CAUSE !!!!

2010-08-16T11:43:00.004-04:00

What I have been dying to show you all , ahhhh MMC's La Femme Fatale Pro Palette - $55.00 , this season of pure glamour and sophistication , MMC's color collections echo the spirit and attitude of the runways.

STRONG & SEXY ...... ETHEREAL & MAGICAL .... in short ....Modern LUXURY !!!!

This fabulous palette includes 12 luxurious highly pigmented shadows that are fun and flirty that will shade , shape , define , highlight and line you beautiful eyes , 8 silky creme-e lipsticks that are lip pampering as well as plumping and moisturizing and 4 glamorous blushes that will float over your skin leaving your cheeks radiantly aglow.

This palette is also very dear to my heart as 15 % of the proceeds will go to

IFAC (International Fibromyalgia Awareness Campaign).

This disease if one of which that extremely painful , one that comes clear out of left field without warning and one that has caused so many sleepless nights for a very dear friend of mine. It is so important to become aware and educate yourself on problems that can be affecting your friends and family , get on board and HELP get the word out.

WELCOME & JOIN .....

" Help us make Fibromyalgia Visible! "

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/pages/International-Fibromyalgia-Awareness-Campaign/118086741575562?ref=ts

Thank you in advance =)

MMC will be Launching this FAFA-Fabulous Palette August 29th , 2010 in honor of my Beloved Mother that had the same LOVE of Beauty and Fashion as I did. I thank you so for giving me the knowledge and the gift if never letting my dreams escape me , chase them and make them come true. I took a chance and here I am now , sharing my dream and vision with all of you beautiful creatures =)

Much Love and Success ,

Ms.MMC

Killer Rocker Boots

2010-08-13T18:47:00.000-04:00

I dunno about you but I am in LOVE and more in LOVE with the pricetag .....$46.80... YES , Forty6 dollars , OMG !!!!! Get these killer rocker boots at Alloy.com . It's the Maxie boot. Perfect for fall , perfect over leggings , under a great pair of jeans , over a pair of skinny jeans ...I love the 4 1/2 inch stacked heel. Ahhh the many ways I can wear them and of course Black will be my first purchase but I will follow up in buying them in >>>>>> NATURAL . They are also available in RUST color. Simply fabulous and for the price again , you can look A-mazing without breaking the bank =) Loves !!!!

Happy Shopping !!!! Check out their wide array of Fall Must Haves as well =)

Much Love ,

Ms.MMC

Beauty in the Name of LOVE ....

2010-08-09T14:27:00.000-04:00

Beauty in the Name of Love™ Project

( It does wonders for the soul ... )

Beauty in the Name of Love was created in honor of my mother , it is a non-for-profit charity to help restore confidence and self esteem to both women , men and children who reside in hospitals , rehabilitation centers , nursing homes , women's shelters , pediatric hospitals etc.

I know first hand what that is like, my mother lived in a nursing home for the last 8 years of her life , and it broke my heart to see so many , forgotten . as if they never existed. I began to bring my makeup case and pretty them up , everytime I went. My mother loved it when I would doll her up and I did the same for the residents there. Their smile alone with the greatest gift I was ever given.

My goal is to make them look and feel great about themselves again. Anywhere that I can help to make someone see themselves as they once were or help them see themselves in a brighter light and that they deserve to feel and look beautiful or handsome. I feel very compelled to do this because of the 8 long years that my mother endured in the nursing home.

Ultimatley I would like to start a chapter for each state where professional MakeUp Artist's , Hair Stylist's , Manicurist's , anyone in the beauty industry or anyone with a heart that would like to donate their spare time in giving to someone who genuinely deserves it. Think that it could be your mother , father , grandmother , grandfather , brother or sister that needs a lil extra TLC and bring that to them.

It is extremely hard to watch someone you care about , fall to pieces because they cannot do what they once did. I want to help by bringing them a 'lil bit of beauty and a whole lot of Love. Giving them tips on grooming , give them a manicure , read to them but most importantly be a FRIEND.

To bring back a smile , to uplift a soul is thanks enough for me......

Much Love,

Bedroom Eyes ..... Ooooooh , La , La !!!!

2010-07-31T22:32:00.002-04:00

Have you ever heard the term " Bedroom Eyes " ? I think we may have seen Brigette Bardot and Sophia Loren rock that look many of times. It's the classic , come hither to me look. Where your eyes are smoked out with a classic deep smokey eye in shades a charcoal , browns and champagney beiges. I personally am a HUGE fan of this look , not only does it scream Sexi but it almost instantly perks you up , gives you a little bit of an edge , turning you into a tigress , meeeeooowww !!!!

Like I tell my clients , makeup is all about having fun , if it makes you feel good then wear it how it makes you feel fabulous. I will show you the techniques to achieve a smokey eye , the flawless face , or the perfect pouty nude lip , it's up to you to wear it how it makes you feel most comfortable =)

In the above picture is my personal secret weapons from my MMC Beauti Collection ; MMC Oh , so Creme-E Eye Shadow Pots in Nude , Bronze and Charcoal Frost - $13.00 each. These creme=e shadow pots are crease less , waterproof and smudge proof. I have to tell you that when you apply these dream creams you will not believe your eyes how effortless they glide on and how long they last. I will apply this as early as 6am and still look like I just applied it @ 6pm . These are your absolute makeup essential shades that you should have . Another HUGE Plus is that they can also act as an eyeshadow primer and you can layer it with any other eyeshadow product to create any look you desire.

Pro Shadow Palette Shades

I hope you enjoy this post , enjoy MMC Cosmetics , I hope you enjoy my upcoming Beauti-Orials .

Much Love and Success to you all ,

Ms.MMC

xoxox

Dinner and a Movie ????

2010-07-28T15:26:00.000-04:00

It's always key to want to look your absolute best on date night with your beau , your significant other or your hubby. I personally love being able to get ready and look fabulous in under 10 minutes, So , that's why I created this perfect shade of Gunmetal that doubles as a cake liner when applied wet. It's the perfect blend of sparkle and smokey-ness that makes any eye color POP !!!!

To the Bride and Groom Bridal Collection

2010-07-14T15:39:00.000-04:00

Cheers to the Bride and Groom !!!! Out of all the times I do makeup , weddings are by far the one I hold close to my heart . To be a part of a woman's most important day in her life aside from giving birth , has got to be one of my favorite makeup applications ever. Also , being that it's absolutely crucial that she look flawless on that day , I went ahead and started researching the perfect ingredients to make the most beautiful bridal beauty collection for my bride to be's.

One of beautiful brides the lovely Stefanie Hicks this past September 2009 , I had the honor of being a part of her special day .

3 Generations of fantastic women .

Dabbling in a wide array of neutral tones , shades of pink and peach , creating a new and innovative classic bridal eye. Trust me it's been a long wait but you won't be disappointed in what I have in store for MMC.

Much Love and Success,

Ms.MMC

You Gotta Pucka Your Lips Like Dis ....

2010-05-23T13:28:00.002-04:00

Model is wearing MMC LipGloss in Remake from the LipGloss Quad Collection in Scandalous.

I don’t know about you but there is nothing sexier and more alluring than a sexy , pouty luscious lip , the kind that makes him want to just kiss it off. MMC’s Party of 4 LipGloss Quads with Mini Pink Lip Brush ( $24.00 ) are deliciously sweet, french vanilla scented high shine glosses that offer a long-lasting lacquer-like shine with a delicious taste in the prettiest most flattering shades. Packaged in a handy professional wheel of 4 great shades these glosses are enriched with antioxidant Vitamins C and E.

MMC Party of 4 LipGloss Quads in Scandalous

Shades : Top ( Lou Lou and Petal )

Bottom : ( Remake and Enchanted )

MMC's Oh, so Glossy Lip Glosses are formulated to give extreme shine with a stay put application slightly tacky therefore longlasting.

Paraben Free with Vitamin E added. Oh , so Glossy lipglosses stay on longer than any other lipgloss and retains colour so is great for bridal beauty and any other special event you may have.

Added bonus these LipGloss Quads are also available in Single LipGloss Wands , so if you like just one particular shade more than the other , just get one !

To my delight , The Ever Fabulous Kandee demonstrated MMC’s Party of 4 LipGloss Quads to her audience at her Glaminars last June 2009. Thank you Ms. Kandee again !!!!

Check her out @ : http://www.kandeethemakeupartist.blogspot.com/ !!!!

Kandee Johnson : The Ever Fabulous MakeUp Artist :)

Kandee showing the MMC's Party of 4 LipGloss Quad in Scandalous !!!!

Check them out at : http://www.masonandmiacosmetics.com/ find some great deals if you buy 2 or more.

They are going fast so get your hands on them quick !!!

Much Love ,

Ms.MMC

Lip Gloss Ingredients: Polybutene, Paraffinum Liquidum, Petrolatum, Candellila Wax, Vitamin E Acetate oil, Sunscreen, Propyl Paraben. Fragrance. May contain: Mica, Titanium Dioxide, D&C Red #7, D&C Red #6, Iron Oxide Red, Ultra Marine Blue, Iron Oxide Yellow.

Smoldering Eyes with a Splash of Color

2010-05-05T14:45:00.000-04:00

I must say that summertime always gives me a warm fuzzy feeling , warm weather , trips to the beach , the pool , sundresses , flip flops , oh , so pretty accessories and the perfect lipgloss , ahhh heavenly bliss . I get asked alot , ' How do I get the perfect summer look without overdoing it . ? ' Let me count the ways , well one of my favorites to add a pop of color to a gorgeous bronzey tan is lining your eyes with a bold shade of blue , teal , bronze or purple. Applying just one shade to a nude lid , lots of mascara , fill in your brows , warm peachy cheeks and a warm peachy pink lip is an instant HOT summery look.

( Picture by : http://www.eyemakeupidea.com/ )

Pick your shade , be daring !!!! Makeup was made to have fun with. MMC's Glamour-Eyes Gel EyeLiners are available in various shades to tickle your fancy . They are creamy , easy to apply , water-proof , smudge-proof and literally fool - proof .

MMC Glamour-Eyes Gel EyeLiners will be available at http://www.masonandmiacosmetics.com/ .

The Bronzed and The Beautiful .....

2010-04-18T15:59:00.005-04:00

Wish you could have those delicious summer sun bronzey smokey eyes , then my friends this is the palette for you . Rich in pigments these 5 fabulous shades are perfectly coordinated to shades will do just that make you bronzed and beautiful. I meticulously picked these to ensure that every eye color would wear this effortlessly .

SHADES from left to right:

Wisper ( P ) , Wana ( P ) , Turkish ( P ) , Beige Mist ( P ) and Rusty Nail ( M )

This gorgeous palette is also available in Smokey Black ' The City Never Sleeps ' with the classic shades of Gray , Black and White . MMC is currently under the knife getting a beauti facelift and will be ready for viewing April 23rd , 2010.

Much Love and SUCCESS ,

Ms.MMC

Tell me , what makes you BLUSH ?

2010-04-14T12:44:00.003-04:00

Ah , ha the SPRING is here and SUMMER is right around the corner , YAY !!!! I have been asked time and time again , ' What is your favorite beauty product in the spring/summer months ? ' I have to tell you that aside for lipgloss being a major staple in my little beauti goodie bag , BLUSH is always something I love to keep handy . It is an instant face lift , a fast and easy way to take you from drab to oh , so FAB in just seconds.

MMC's Ms.Vegas Glam-O Cheeky Blush Palette will do just that. It was formulated to glide on silky , smooth and ever so light to deliver a beautiful pinch of color.

SHADES :

Top Row :

Mellow (M) , Cheeky (M) & Orchidee (P)

Bottom Row :

Xpert (M) , Unsung (M) & Tropicana (P)

Whether you are a PRO MUA or a BEAUTI Feen , this is perfect for you or your clients.

For an efffortless application , try to make sure your skin is well hydrated , nothing like having dry , patches of pink smeared all over your cheeks. So in order to have a flawless application you must :

1. Lightly stroke the sides of a large, full blush brush against the sides of your pressed blush. Never tap bristles straight down onto pressed makeup -- this will ruin your brush and your cosmetics.

2. Sweep the brush over in a circular motion , the apple of each cheek once. Start next to the bridge of your nose and finish at the outermost edge of your cheekbone.

Remember, light and quick strokes are all that's needed. You can tone down accidental heavy-handed applications by giving your face a final dusting of your regular powder (over the blush ).

MMC Ms.Vegas Glam-O Cheeky Blush Palette - $39.95 will be available April 16th , 2010 @

http://www.masonandmiacosmetics.com/

1st Beauti-orial Back From the Islands Glow

2010-04-12T16:47:00.004-04:00

Last year I began my journey of making beauti tutorials , which I loved and really got into it. Which was fantastic and got a lot of postive feedback , but with having my M3 @ home ( my children ) and soon after finding out I was expecting another lil M , which I was thrilled I stopped making my videos. Now , after having my baby and getting back into all that I love to do , I will be making my Beauti-ORIALS again. So , I will be redoing this look with a whole new twist . YAY !!!! So stay tuned and subscribe to my Youtube channel.

www.youtube.com/user/m3mami

Stay Put Pretty Pretty ..... Bombs Away .....

2010-04-12T15:55:00.002-04:00

Go ahead and get that natural yoga glow on girl , MMC has now added a newbee to our collection of delicious must have beauti goodies for the spring and summer months. MMC Ms.Vegas Cherry Bomb Lip and Cheek Stain / Mentha Lip Balm in Bombs Away is perfect for any skin type or tone being that it will not look matte or dewy if applied corretly. It will give that natural just rolled out of bed , after some lovemaking , got back from the gym GLOW .

This perfect gel based stain/tint for lips and cheeks, with a built in felt tip applicator wand. The Menthe side of the tube is perfect on top of the stain and adds minty fresh feeling. Cherry Bomb is a rich colour tint that performs double duty as a lip stain and a cheek flush. A fabulous multi-tasking beauti tool ....

Heavily pigmented, you only need to use it sparingly. It will last all day long! Naturally enriched with soothing Chamomile.

Pro MakeUp Tip : In order for Ms. Vegas to glide on efforstlessly , make sure that your skin is hydrated , no rough , dry or flakey patches. Be sure to apply the cheeks stain over your moisturizer. Pat on to lips for a kissable stain of color. If you have dry lips, apply lip balm about 10 minutes prior to application to avoid stain adhering onto chapped lips. Once you get the hang of it, you'll find MMC Ms. Vegas Cherry Bomb Lip and Cheek Stain will be a staple your make up collection.

You will absolutely fall in love with this product so easy to use and versatile. It makes looking fabulous at the pool or on the beach effortless .....

Coming Soon : MMC's PoolSide Pretty Spring/Summer 2010 Collection

2010-03-04T09:32:00.004-05:00

Part 1 : For the FACE .....

..... Let the SUN shine in , please !!!! Enough of this nasty cold weather that makes our skin look dry and patchy. We need the warmth of that glowing sun to revive us.

Summer just got HOTTER , MMC brings you the summer sun essentials. What better way to get that faux glow by doing it the smart way ..... applying bronzer !!!! Yay for bronzer. One of the easiest and simplest ways to look alive , refreshed and give yourself that BRONZE GODDESS allure.

MMC Hot 'n Bothered Sinfully Stunning Duo Bronzer / Blush ( $26.50 )

Heat your cheeks with warm shades of bronze , pink and peach. Use the Bronzer for that perfect summer tan and then the ( warm peachy blush ) for that super sexy glow. Great for a sun-kissed look all year round! Be the poolside beauty you know you are .....

MMC's No Tan Lines Please ! Multi-hued Bronzer ( $26.50 )

You won't need to overexpose yourself to the sun to get these perfect Tan Lines. Four precisely color-coordinated shades to give you that perfect summer glow. The silky powder will add luminosity to any skin tone, while evening out your complexion giving you a that ' I am naturally this beautiful ,flawless, bronzed, healthy finish.

We will be back to show you the rest of our spring / summer collection . Upcoming , for the cheeks , eyes , lips and allovers ....

xoxox

A Chocolate Louie V. Please

2010-02-19T16:31:00.003-05:00

Ah , well faux can be very fabulous tooo , especially on the wallet. I love this bag and have walking around with it for about 2 months so far and have gotten many of comliments for it. If you are interested in this one or other bags as well , email me @ LipGlossnaLBD@AOL.com . It's available in Magenta , Black , Mustard Yellow , White etc...

Milky Opal & Onyx AAA CZ Ring

2010-02-19T15:37:00.005-05:00

What a fantastic right hand ring , dress up that lil black dress or those amazing pair of Rock and Republic Jeans. Either way this ring is the perfect lil accessory to dress up any outfit. It's sterling silver with a milky opal and onyx stones. Priced @ $65.00 it will be available on http://www.lipglossnalilblackdress.com/ on April 1, 2010. If you have any questions regarding our jewelry , bags or cosmetics please feel free to email us @ LipGlossnaLBD@aol.com !!!!

NEW !!!! Coming Soon to LipGlossnaLBD Brass Monkey Ring

2010-02-18T16:18:00.003-05:00

Ever looking for that conversation piece to wear , well look no further LipGloss n a Lil Black Dress is bringing to you this fafa-fabulous ring that will make some heads turn and ask , hey where'd you get that ring ?

Welcome to the JUNGLE .......

2009-10-08T15:43:00.000-04:00

Product Review : MMC's Oh , so Flawless Foundation Quads

2009-08-02T15:22:00.004-04:00

There is one thing that us women are continuously looking for is the perfect foundation that is going to blend with our skin tone , blend effortlessly and most of all give us that flawless finish.

Being in the Beauty Business for close to 15 years now , I have tried just about every foundation known to man , and I love many of them , but when I set out to create my very own line , I wanted to make sure that all of MMC's products were up to par. I have very high standards of what and how things should be like and MakeUp is at the very Top.

MMC's Oh , so Flawless Foundation Quads are the epitemy of having fresh looking skin. If your skin is normal , dry , oily or combination your skin is going to love these fabulous four. They are available in four different color combinations : 1 is the Light , 2 is the Golden ,3 is the Cocoa and 4 is the Dark. Each were color co-ordinated for Light , Medium , Dark and Deep Dark skintones. Now you can create your very own customizeable shade right at your fingertips. Each Foundation Quad is $30.00 or purchase all four including a Foundation Brush @ $96.00.

Check them out and You will not be disappointed. All are Creamy in texture and dry to powder.

Watch my upcoming Video and Learn how easy it is to go from blah to fafa-fab-u-loso !!!

Much Love ,

E xoxo

Beauti Straight out the Fridge-a-dare .... Part 1 Your Tresses !!!

2009-08-02T14:11:00.005-04:00

Beauty nowadays can cost you a pretty penny , but it may not have to if you simply look inside your kitchen. The most ancient beauty secrets come straight out of your fridge-a-dare. These are some simple and easy tricks to do to keep your hair , face and body looking young , flawless and fabulous .....

For your HAIR :

Is your tresses feeling a bit crunchy , dead at the ends , lost it's lustre or over -processed ? Well apply these simple beauti tips to your regimen and unlock the secret to gorgeous hair minus chemical treatments.

You will need : An avocado , a towel and a heat lamp or a hair dryer.

Avocado : has essentially fatty acids that are deeply hydrating.

What you need to do : Mash one up , massage it through your locks ( yeah , I know it may seem awfully messy but trust me it works ) wrap your hair up in a towel ( one that you just use when you give yourself these beauty treatments ) and sit under a heat lamp or use a hair dryer for 10 minutes. I don't own a heat lamp but my hairdryer works just as good. After it's been in your hair , jump in the shower and rinse as much as you can out , follow it by using a moisturizing shampoo , I personally love Terax's Miele or Collogene because it lathers beautifully , smells fantastic and keeps your hair feeling clean and lustrous. Follow it by using a moisturizing conditioner as well , which BTW I Love Terax's Crema : If you haven't tried this , you must .... You MUST.

ANOTHER ONE :

What you will need : EVOO ( Extra Virgin Olive Oil ) , a plastic shower cap ( if it's lined , even better ) a towel and a hairclip.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil : Olive Oil is nature’s moisturizer. Extra Virgin Olive Oil, (EVOO), is a great way to add moisture as a pre-shampoo treatment for relaxed and natural African-American hair. It’s also a great way to add some moisture to the scalp during winter months and summer months as well. I use this treatment all year round.I love it. It keeps my hair healthy and restores moisture & shine. Here is a way to moisturize & condition your hair with EVOO.

What you need to do :

1. Get a plastic bottle with a spout & fill up your bottle to use your EVOO specifically for your Beauti Needs.
2. Wrap a towel over you shoulders
3. Using a comb section you hair into four parts , take your olive oil and saturate that section and
4. Hold the ends of your hair and coat with EVOO. Twist ends & secure loosely or against the scalp with clip.
5. Repeat the same steps with remaining three sections of hair.
6.Once your hair is done, place a plastic cap over your head. Wrap head with towel from shoulders to capture heat.
Leave it on for 1-3 hours before your shampoo. I usually leave this on overnight for extra moisture .

Lastly , when you rinse it out , start by rinsing with warm water , then follow by your shampoo , you are going to notice how soft in texture your hair has become. It's so worth it and hope you all will try it out !!!

Stay Tuned for More Beauti Straight out the Fridge-a-dare soon , next TOPIC : FACE !!!

Much Love ,

E xoxo

Bathing Beauties : Summer Sunkissed Glow and some Mommi Observations !!!

2009-07-27T19:33:00.003-04:00

Is it me , or does summer just make you want to look like a sunkissed bathing beauty ? I know I do !!! Today I took my M3 to the pool for the first time this summer with being so busy , I said to heck with it , make time to take my little angels to the pool and watch them enjoy being a 7 , 6 and 3 1/2 year old play , splash and laugh. The joys of motherhood , reliving your childhood through those crystal pools I call their eyes. What a fantastic time I had with my babies and what a glow it brought back to my skin , I felt rejuvenated just by watching them play !!! And being the glama-mama that I like to be , I so enjoy sun - glamma -ing it up when we go on these outings , not a whole lotta makeup , but I do like to put on some bronzer , give my skin a luminous glow with MMC's Liquid Light in Champagne , sweep on a shimmery beige nude shadow on the lids , line them up with a little black liner and two coats a H20 proof Black mascara , Oh and yes some nude glossy gloss and I am good. It stays on the whole time and I feel a lil Glamorous as well.....

The one thing I have noticed being a mother of 3 is that we cannot lose ourselves in the sheer fact of being a mom , that is not our only title. We are wives, daughters , sisters , friends, nurses , chauffeurs , cooks , maids , handy women , day and party planners , what don't we do or try to take care of. I feel it is our duty not just as moms but as women that we take care of ourselves and teach our daughters as well the importance of wanting to feel good , I mean fantastic about ourselves. We are the creators of their self image , they learn what we show them. Taking pride in our appearances , our mannerisms , the way we deal with people only creates an outlet for them to be our lil mini me's. I want to instill in my children to value themselves as human beings , to share their beautiful personalities with the world, not to fear the world around us , to stand up for themselves when they feel wronged , to never judge a book by it's cover and to never do unto other's as you would do unto you.

I had read a quote by Elvis Presley years ago and it goes a lil something like this , ' Don't criticize what you don't understand son, bc you've never walked in that man's shoes .'

I think this speaks a million times over. I think that as people , it's human nature to want to talk about each other and do the whole gossip thing but it's so unhealthy and unnecessary . Imagine having it done to you . I think we as women should take two steps back and learn to be more accepting of each other , empower each other and not criticize each other for lil flaws or weaknesses that we have, we all have them , right ??? It is so easy for us to knock each other down out of jealousy or envy , do we not have anything better to do than to do this I ask you ?

Channel Your Inner Artist !!!

2009-07-13T20:07:00.002-04:00

CHANNEL YOUR INNER ARTIST
MakeUp RULES .... What rules ??? What fun would creating something be if you had to follow rules ? I believe the same applies for makeup. Painting your face , playing with color , glamming it out with lashes , apply it by the mood your in , to the outfit your wearing.

Whether you are going for a sultry smokey siren or bronzed island mama look , remember to makeup your own rules !!! Makeup has to be fun , not be taken too seriously. Following the season's trends is great but putting your spin on it makes it that much better.

Go on , get creative with your bold eye popping eyeshadows , liner and pigments , break out that bright fuschia lipgloss you bought and haven't dared to wear , buy some Ardell Wispies and channel that inner artist , your inner DIVA !!!

MMC's BrushBelts worn by Kandee The MakeUp Artist

2009-07-01T12:54:00.002-04:00

So , I had the pleasure of speaking with the Ever Fabulous Kandee the MakeUp Artist , and as sweet as she is on her YouTube videos she is in person. Though we have not met in person yet , we have spoken on the phone and she is such a sweetheart. No Joke. That contagious laugh and smile that she carries makes me wanna smile too A week and a half ago she had her First Glaminars in Cali and she was kind enough to wear MMC’s Pro BrushBelt $29.00 as seen in this picture below. OMG was my reaction when I saw the picture of her wearing my very own Brushbelt on her teenie tiny waist. Way cool …. It was a real treat for me to see this and to get a lil taste of Kandee , if you haven’t check her out , run go to : http://www.kandeethemakeupartist.blogspot.com/. There are few people that you get to come across in this lifetime that genuinely touch your heart , she is definitely one of those people that has touched me…. Much Love to Ms. Kandee ))

Much Love and Success to you all ,

Ms.MMC