MIRANDA LOVES MAKEUP

"The Beauty Blender"

2010-10-16T02:38:00.000-07:00

"Beautyblender’s patent-pending elliptical shape makes application foolproof by allowing you to access hard-to-reach areas with stunning ease. Its suede texture is sensual to the touch and its unique curves fit the contours of your face, leaving your make up dazzling and undetectable. Beautyblender is latex free, non-allergenic and odor free."

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Beautyblender - Ultimate Make Up Sponge

Beauty Blender Cleanser
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"Great Makeup Books"

2010-10-16T02:16:00.000-07:00

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"Christian Dior Ultra Gloss"

2010-10-15T23:39:00.000-07:00

Christian Dior's "Dior Addict Ultra" is a light reflecting lipgloss. If you love high shine, this is the gloss for you. It's ultra "sexy" and worth every penny. When this product hit the market place, consumers and makeup artist went bananas. Of course, it has earned a great reputation, so its become a favorite and a "must have" for professional makeup artist. Take a peek and see if its for you. It comes in a variety of colors.
Enjoy!!!
xo

Christian Dior Ultra Gloss
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"The Great Kevin Aucoin"

2010-10-15T22:47:00.000-07:00

Kevin Aucoin was know to the World as the Master of Hollywood Makeovers. He had the ability to take an everyday woman and give her a makeover to resemble one of his beloved "Hollywood Stars." Of course, he worked on all the A-List stars of his time. Kevin passed away several years ago. However, his legacy in the World of Makeup Artistry lives on. He has a line of makeup and books, which continues to sell. Kevin Aucoin is a Icon and he will be referred to so as long as the industry exists.
Enjoy!!!
xo
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"LA Fashion Week Designers"

2010-10-13T01:19:00.000-07:00

Lune

Paulina Lopez

Frank Richard Oshodi

Daisy Gonzales

Li Cari

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xx

www.lafwofficial.com

"LA Fashion Week"

2010-10-13T01:16:00.001-07:00

SPRING SUMMER COLLECTIONS 2011
Oct 20th - 25th 2010

LAFW will take place against the spectacular backdrop of Los Angeles.A selection of Los Angeles and the worlds best designers will present their collections to some of the world’s most significant members of the fashion industry. LAFW is an exclusive industry-only event, made accessible to registered buyers, agents, media, stylists and other fashion industry reprs .The five day official schedule features designers in on-site Collection Shows, Headliners, Breakout, and Emerge.

Starlets On the Move -"Arreyon Collins"

2010-10-12T22:29:00.000-07:00

In this photo Arreyon's wearing a heavy lined eye, chocolate lip gloss and a beautiful bronzer. The look resembles a "Sexy Secretary." Conservative yet Alluring. To get her look, these are the the steps and products I used:

1.)Foundation Cream Base; take a dime size amount, warm on the back of hand and apply with fingers, foundation brush or latex sponge. Be sure to apply the product evenly.2.) Powder; set base with with translucent powder. Complete the finish with a Bronzer.3.) Eyes; brown matte, rust & cream shimmer shadows. Using a shadow brush, color the entire lid to the crease with the rust tone. With an angle brush, place brown in the crease and highlight the brow bone with cream tone.4.) Liner black cream; using a liner brush, starting from inner corner draw a thin line and gradually make it thicker as you come to the corner and wing it out slightly. With an angel brush, set the liner with a matte black shadow.5.) Brows; brown & black powder shadows. Using a brow brush, fill and shape the brows. Use the brown as the base color and slight bit of black for drama.Tip: Eyebrow sealer really does the trick.6.) Theatrical eyelashes; use lashes of your choice by placing glue on lash allow to dry for a few seconds (blow on 'em a bit) apply as close to the base line as possible. Use liner to mask any gaps.7.) Mascara; coat top lashes 2-3 times and once on the bottom.Tip: Blend natural lashes and fakes by using your baby finger to blend the lashes together and coat.8.) Blush; pull in cheeks and place blush from along side the jaw bone to the temple.9.) Lips; using the wand from the gloss tube or a lip brush paint a nice amount of gloss for "super sexy" lips.

Products Used (click to buy):

Cream Base: *Joe Blasco (Honey)

Bronzer:Black Opal Beautiful Bronze

Powder: Makeup Forever HD

Shimmer Shadows: 88 Palette Ultra Shimmer

Brown Matte Shadow: MAC Eyeshadow Brun

Eyeliner: Joe Blasco Cake Eyeliner -Black

Blush: BH Cosmetics 10 Color Pro Blush Palette

Gloss: MAC Lipglass Shock O Late

Latex Sponge or Foundation Brush:

Japonesque Pro Wedges
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Duo Clear Glue

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Sigma 12 pc Prol Kit w Brush Roll, Click to Buy:

Shadow Brush

Angled Brush

Liner Brush

Brow Brush

Blush Brush

Lip Brush

Ardell Demi 120's
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Please Note: I prefer to use Ardell Demi 120 Lashes and Duo Glue for this look.

* I used this particular product because its commonly used in film and television as gives the subject matter a flawless appearance.

On A Side Note: Okay girls put on your "Power Suits" and show those "Suits" who's really the BOSS!!!

Ouote Of The Day: "Watch those men looking up your skirt as you climb the ladder."

Enjoy!!!

Model/Actress: Arreyon Collins

Photographer: Shawn "ShawnStudio" Ellis

"Out of the Loop"

2010-09-30T02:56:00.000-07:00

Well I've been out of the loop for a moment, but I'm back and ready to put my all into blogging. Over the last several months I've worked with many different artist helping to create websites, blogs, photos and a variety of marketing ideas and tools. This has confirmed what I've always known, which is I love marketing, talking and writing. Of course, I love working as a makeup artist too, but with this economy, work is slow. Not that I haven't always lived on the edge, which is par for the course considering my craft is very competitive. However, like many others, I'm left to figure out ways to create interesting and fun opportunities for my self. Perhaps, with my expertise, love for the English language, popular culture, people, places and the arts, I can keep you interested enough to follow me and let me entertain you. So Please click the FOLLOW button and let's see where we can go...

Thanks for the support!!

P.S. If you like Jazzy Soul music. Then please check out the link below and watch Rebecca Ferguson's performances. I'm sure you will dig her as much I do...

Enjoy!

"Creating Marilyn Monroe"

2010-07-20T21:09:00.001-07:00

Well here I am putting the finishing touches on my Marilyn Monroe masterpiece. The model and I worked together for a hair salon shoot. The look the hairdresser was going for was of course, old Hollywood glamour. I use the term of course, since the model looks the part of a Hollywood Bombshell. It was a long exhausting day, but of course, we pulled it off with flying colors. I also had the pleasure to work with Mike Martucci, which is one of the model's favorite photographers among several other models, makeup artist and stylist. As always, I'm so happy to be part of a team creating art for all the World to enjoy.

If your are a true Marilyn fan, here's a pretty cool lil' bag, which may interest you? check it out!

Marilyn Monroe Duffle Bag
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Enjoy!

"Kids Choice Awards"

2010-03-23T00:17:00.000-07:00

Well its that time once again and the Kids' Choice Awards will be just as slimy and exciting this year as it has in the past. The Kids' Choice Awards is one of the biggest award shows in Hollywood if not, the Biggest! Why? Because its all about the kids and their choice for the best in Film, Music, Television, Sports and more. This year the show will be hosted by Kevin James and attended by a host of A-Lister and many of their off springs. As far as nominees, look to see the likes of Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Jay Z, Ne-Yo, Sandra Bullock, Shia LaBeouf, Kobe Bryant, and the list goes on and on. I mention this show because its all about the kids and because I will be one of forty artist selected from 9 states to groom and doll up 350 boys and girls whom will be attending the show in the first four rows. The event is sure to be a hit and tons of fun. The Kids' Choice Awards will be held in Los Angeles on Saturday March 27 and will be televised at 8pm. Check your local listing.

Enjoy!

"Alexander the Great"

2010-02-11T11:41:00.000-08:00

When I woke up this morning and went to one of my favorite gossip sites I found the news of Alexander McQueen's death and my heart just dropped. As a makeup artist, this man has fueled and inspired my creativity time and time again, and like many makeup artist I'm sure, I had many dreams of working with him. Alexander McQueen simply put, was pure genius when it came to his career as a fashion designer. He can not nor will he ever be replaced. I'm sure all of us involved in the beauty, fashion and entertainment fields, feels a great sense of loss today. His legacy will live on forever. R.I.P. Alexander.

"The Queen Gets Her Hair Worked"

2010-02-11T02:57:00.000-08:00

I must say Madonna looks rather young and refreshed. Whatever her secret is, I'm sure many fifty year old woman would love to have it. Of course, one can say she has all the money in the World and the best surgeons at her beckon call. However, like most woman with means, I'm sure she has had some slight improvements. Nothing obviously drastic. However, I am a fan. Therefore, I use my words kindly! I still remember when Madonna hit the scene some 27 years ago and the media and press labeled her a tart, which would disappear as quick as she arrived. I guess when Dick Clark asked her what was her next goal and she said "to rule the Word", many thought she was just a wee bit arrogant too. Well she proved and continues to prove the arrogance she displayed was sheer talent. It appears she had no plans on going away then, and she's not going away now. Madonna is a marketing genius with no end in sight. As she once said, "as long as I have the energy to do what I love, I will continue to do so." All I can say, is keep rockin 'em girl. Looks like 52 is already looking better than 51........

http://www.dolcegabbana.com/dg/

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"Starter Makeup Kits"

2010-01-22T01:46:00.000-08:00

For those of you looking to pursue a professional career as a makeup artist. Check out these cool little kits from NYX. I read the description and their kits have all the essentials one would need to become a self taught guru. Of course, every makeup artist has a tool or shadow they can not live or work without. So one would want to purchase little goodies, which would make the kit their very own. If you're in the market for a kit, and you want to do it on budget, I suggest heading over to NYX's website and check it out their wonderful kits. Have fun!

Side Note: Kits come in A & B (NYX Link Below)

Other Cool Cases:

Pro Rolling Makeup Case

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Enjoy!!!

"Tools of the Trade"

2010-01-21T03:12:00.000-08:00

If you don't know, now you do because I can tell you from first hand experience, Shu Uemura's eyelash curler is a must have for all makeup enthusiast. I've used this eyelash curler in my kit for years and I love it! Shu Uemura eyelash curler has been rated number one by beauty experts all over the World. At this point, it has the same reputation as the pink and green mascara by Maybelline. I can guarantee every professional makeup artist Worldwide has a Shu Uemura eyelash curler in their kit and if you love all things makeup like I do, this a MUST have for you too. Check it out below.

Shu Uemura's "Famous" Eyelash Curler
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Enjoy!!!
xo

"Larchmont Beauty"

2010-01-21T00:31:00.000-08:00

Larchmont Beauty Center is one of the coolest beauty supply stores in LA. It's tucked away in this fantastic little shopping area referred to as Larchmont Village. Of course, they have all your standard favorites. However, because they cater to makeup pros who work in the industry, they have all sorts of goodies your normal beauty supplier would never carry. If you live in LA and you love makeup, you have to check this store out. If you don't live in LA or the US and you plan to visit, check out this wonderful little gem. I promise you will not be disappointed. Also, Larchmont Village is a wonderful place to grab a bite (delightful restaurants), shop at all sorts of cool boutiques or grab a cup of coffee and check out one of the best newsstand in LA where you can catch up on all your celebrity gossip. Oh yeah, if you're in to star gazing, you may just catch a star or two going about life as usual. For all I know, the woman in the photo could be famous.

Beauty Blender Hot Product
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www.larchmontbeauty.com

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"Makeup & Hair by Miranda"

2010-01-20T21:47:00.000-08:00

This photograph is from one of my very favorite shoots. Fifty photography students in the US entered a photo contest held by the New York Metropolitan Museum and our photo was chosen. I was shocked and happy!!

"2nd Annual Makeup Show in Los Angeles"

2010-01-20T06:20:00.000-08:00

How exciting! The 2nd annual makeup show for Los Angeles is coming to town in the next few weeks. I'll be there both days covering all the events. Of course, I'll post every little bit of fabulous information I can get my hands on. My post will include photos and perhaps a little video coverage as well. I'll keep you updated as the event gets closer.

www.themakeupshow.com

Enjoy!

"MAC Lovers on a Budget"

2010-01-20T03:23:00.001-08:00

NYX Glitter Cream Palette

Okay all you MAC makeup lovers. Here's a list of products by NYX, which according to this anonymous MAC makeup artist, the products on this list are comparable to MAC. I have a few of their products in my kit, which I enjoy using. Now with all the sudden interest in NYX, and the comparison to MAC, I feel it's worth checking out their line. Plus, their price points are a great value for the quality. NYX link below. Have Fun! Beware this a long list, but worth the read.

First off, before I worked for Mac and had a discount, I frequently bought NYX makeup, especially their shadow trios. Their makeup is very pigmented, and absolutely great. I will gladly make a list of comparables for you, but i'm only going to do ones i'm absolutely sure of...

FOUNDATION & CONCEALER: NYX Liquid Foundation = Mac Hyper Real SPF 15 (Mac Pro only): NYX Twin Cake Foundation = Mac Studio Fix Powder or Studio Tech Maxfactor Pancake Foundation = Mac's Full Coverage (Pro only) NYX Concealer Jar = Mac Studio Fix Concealer NYX Concealer Stick = Mac Studio Stick Concealer NYX Concealer Wand = Mac Select Moisture Cover

POWDERS: NYX Bronzer Powder = Mac Bronzers
NYX Loose Face Powder = Mac Select Sheer Loose NYX Highlight & Contour Set = Mac's Sculpt & Shape (Mac Pro only)

BLUSH: NYX Mosaic Powder Blush = Mac Mineralize Blush NYX Rouge Creme Blush = Mac Blushcreme
NYX Powder Blush = Mac Powder Blush**
** I noticed a lot of the NYX blushes have the same name as Mac's blushes and are very similar in color (dupes).

BRUSHES: NYX B07 Flat Top Brush = Mac 187/188 Duo Fibre Brush NYX B01 The Big One Brush = Mac 150 Large Powder Brush NYX B24 Kabuki Brush = Mac 182 Buffer Brush NYX B02 Cheek Brush = Mac 168 Large Contour Brush NYX B03 Blush Brush = Mac 129 Blush Brush NYX B05 Foundation Brush = Mac 189/190 Foundation Brush NYX B06 Powder Brush = Mac 134/150 Powder Brush NYX B08 Fan Brush = Mac 184 Duo Fibre Fan Brush NYX B09 Flat Foundation Brush = Mac 191 Square Foundation Brush NYX B10 Blending Brush = Mac 217/222 Blending Brush NYX B20 Concealer Brush = Mac 194/195 Concealer Brush NYX B15 Smoke Brush = Mac 219 Pencil Brush NYX B13 Shadow Brush = Mac 213 Fluff Brush NYX B14 Shading Brush = Mac 239 Shading Brush NYX B11 Primer Brush = Mac 242 Brush NYX B12 Crease Brush = Mac 224Tapered Blending Brush NYX B16 Contour Brush = Mac 275 Medium Angle Brush NYX B17 Smudge Brush = Mac 228 Mini Shader Brush NYX B22/B18 Angled Brush = Mac 266 Small Angle Brush NYX B19 Liner Brush = Mac 209/210 Liner Brush NYX B21 Definer Brush = Mac 212 Flat Definer Brush

SHADOWS: NYX shadow trios are similar to the Mac special edition palettes that come with three or four shades together. I believe NYX makes 45 different trio palettes alone, not to mention their single and loose shadows. Their single shadows have the same finishes as Mac ones, ie. Pearl, Frosty, Matte, etc. Some shadows I can attest for: NYX Black = Mac Carbon NYX Cream Cheese = Mac Nylon NYX Midnight = Mac Black Tied NYX Irises = Mac Electric Eel NYX Morocco = Mac Deep Truth NYX Golden Orange = Mac Orange NYX White = Mac Gesso
NYX Deep Bronze = Mac Bronze NYX Herb = Mac Brun
NYX Yellow = Mac Chrome Yellow NYX Hot Pink = Mac Passionate NYX Platinum SIlver = Mac Electra NYX Seafoam Green = Mac Newly Minted NYX Khaki = Mac Mink & Sable NYX Marrakesh = Mac Greensmoke
NYX Deep Purple = Mac Beauty Marked NYX Lime Juice = Mac Bitter NYX Antique Gold = Mac Woodwinked
NYX Odyssey = Mac Contrast

LIPS: NYX Tube Lip Gloss = Mac Lipglass
NYX Lip Gloss w/ Mega Shine = Mac Lustre Glass NYX Lip Plumper = Mac PlushGlass
NYX Sheer Gloss = Mac LipGelee
NYX Tinted Lip Spa = Mac Tinted Lip Conditioner NYX Diamond Sparkle Lip Gloss = Mac Dazzle Glass NYX Round Lipstick = Mac Slimshine
NYX Black Label Lipstick = Mac Lipstick

Enjoy!!!
xo

NYX Giant Glitter Palette

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"Glam-Me-Up"

2009-12-10T23:01:00.000-08:00

When I started blogging my first follower was Gena from Glam-Me-Up. I was so excited she liked my blog and became a follower, I started blogging away. However, life was full of twist and turns and I didn't have time to dedicate to blogging. Now I have the time so I'm going to be blogging full time. Seeking inspiration, I checked out Glam-Me-Up to see what Gena was up to. To my surprise, her blog has grown so much with a couple hundred followers and counting. I was so inspired by her ambitions, I immediately, sat at my computer and began typing away. I'm having so much fun it's becoming addictive. Seeking advice, I posted a comment on Gena's blog and she immediately wrote back. I was so happy when she responded ASAP. She's so sweet and helpful, which of course is the reason why she has loyal followers. If you want the advice from a young woman who's fashion forward, honest in her opinion and approach, then check out Gena's blog, which is listed on the sidebar. She likes to run contest, give sound advice and of course, show her tricks for the everyday girl. Recently she posted a fantastic tip about a lil' kitchen item, which she uses for her brushes. It's so cool, functional and a great idea to keep your tools organized and ready to go. Little tips like this are priceless. For more on this little gem, great tips and ideas do check out her blog..

Enjoy!

On a side note: Inspiration can come from many places. For me, it's beautiful to be inspired by a talented young artist and beauty expert like Gena.