The Makeup Dolls - Airbursh Makeup and Hair Artistry

Client Reviews

2011-11-08T08:00:00.000-08:00

We really do have the nicest, most wonderful brides. I can't tell you how much it means to me that one of our brides would take the time to write a review for us on YELP, and such a nice one at that!

To read more about what our brides are saying, check out our YELP page :)

xo,

Indiana

The Makeup Dolls can be booked for bridal, engagement, boudoir, maternity and occasion makeup and hair. Please call 650.394.4942 or email us at info@themakeupdolls.com to contact Indiana and Violet.

Trial Photos - Jenny

2011-11-04T06:59:00.000-07:00

A look at our bride today Jenny's trial because it's her wedding day today and she is going to look oh, so pretty! Don't you love the hair piece and veil!?!?!? We can't wait to see Aaron with API's images...

Congratulations on marrying your love today Jenny!

xo,

Indiana

The Lab Event - See you there 1/14/12 Sonoma!

2011-11-03T08:00:00.000-07:00

Violet and I are thrilled to be a part of The Lab Event! We are taking over Sonoma on January 14th! What is The Lab Event, you ask?

The Lab is a handpicked collection of some of the top trend-setting wedding industry professionals Northern California has to offer. It's designed to be an experience for couples seeking vendors, inspiration, and style definition for their wedding day. The Lab won't have typical vendor booths or pushy salespeople. Instead, in a laid-back setting, couples will experience inspiration boards brought to life, sips and bites from some of the best caterers, sweet and treats from top dessert designers, a vendor library, a non-traditional runway show, and one heck of a party to round out the night. Come see what else we have in store - there are many secrets...

The Makeup Dolls will be providing makeup and hair for the runway show, as well as, glossing lips and smoking out lids on all brides to be! Please come by and say hi.

Tickets can be purchased here and keep an eye out for a ticket give away on our blog...coming soon!

xo,
Indiana

The Makeup Dolls can be booked for bridal, engagement, boudoir, maternity and occasion makeup and hair. Please call 650.394.4942 or email us at info@themakeupdolls.com to contact Indiana and Violet.

Yelp Reviews - Thank you Barbara!

2011-10-31T14:28:00.000-07:00

Sorry for the absence! My husband had knee surgery about a month ago and I have been working full time, Makeup Dolls almost every weekend, caretaker to a husband in need and of course my favorite job, being a mom to my 1.5 year old. Needless to say, I didn't have a moment to blog.

I thought a good way to start back would be to share a lovely review from one of our brides moms. It is so nice that she took the time to review.

Have a fantastic Halloween!

xo,
Indiana

The Makeup Dolls can be booked for bridal, engagement, boudoir, maternity and occasion makeup and hair. Please call 650.394.4942 or email us at info@themakeupdolls.com to contact Indiana and Violet.

Published - Style Me Pretty Danielle & Alex

2011-10-04T16:58:00.000-07:00

Violet and I just had the best time getting Danielle and her family ready for her wedding and for a cherry on top, her beautiful wedding was just published on Style Me Pretty's California Blog! Yippie!

Elle Jae Weddings beauty and quality of work never disappoint! We are always in love with their images from wedding details to bridal beauty shots. We were lucky enough to make their "Vendors We Love" section a few months back. It's a love fest over here people!

xo,
Indiana

The Makeup Dolls can be booked for bridal, engagement, boudoir, maternity and occasion makeup and hair. Please call 650.394.4942 or email us at info@themakeupdolls.com to contact Indiana and Violet.

Violet is now at Le Reve Salon for all your hair styling desires....

2011-09-30T08:00:00.000-07:00

Our very own Violet will be cutting, coloring and styling at a brand new salon, Le Reve Salon, located at 841-A California Drive, Burlingame, CA 94010 starting this coming Monday, October 3rd!

If you enjoy all of the beautiful work Violet does styling our clients for weddings and photo shoots, be sure to call and book hair services with her today.

Appointments can be booked directly by calling the salon at 650 581 1270 or you can email Violet at violet@lerevesalon.com. Don't forget to "like" them on Facebook too!

The Makeup Dolls can be booked for bridal, engagement, boudoir, maternity and occasion makeup and hair. Please call 650.394.4942 or email us at info@themakeupdolls.com to contact Indiana and Violet.

Client Reviews - Gina, thank you!

2011-09-29T08:00:00.000-07:00

Seriously, we must be doing something right! Another fantastic review from an August bride Gina! Thank you for taking the time to review us!

Introducing.....The Makeup Dolls Beauty Studio

2011-09-27T08:00:00.000-07:00

Violet and I opened our Beauty Studio this past March and we have been so busy, we haven't had time to take any photos until this month. Our lovely client Kimberly of Tatum Brooke Photography, who's wedding is next week, took these fabulous images for us and we couldn't be happier! I think the photos really show the space for what it is, clean, bright, inviting and intimate. It is the perfect location for bridal trials, occasion makeup and makeup lessons. Let me know what you think...

xo,

Indiana

Client Reviews - Thank you Liz!

2011-09-26T08:00:00.000-07:00

I can't say how much a great review of our services means to Violet and I! Being a part of a brides wedding day is such an honor and when we are lucky enough to hear that we made them feel great on their day, it really does make us smile and beam with pride. Here is a recent review from Liz on www.weddingwire.com:

Thank you Liz for taking the time to post such a sweet review. Funny enough we had the same wedding DJ, http://www.djjeremyproductions.com/, he is absurdly good! You have great taste in makeup and hair artists, DJ's and husbands, of course! :)

xo,
Indiana

The Makeup Dolls can be booked for bridal, engagement, boudoir, maternity and occasion makeup and hair. Please call 650.394.4942 or email us at info@themakeupdolls.com to contact Indiana and Violet.

Red Carpet Beauty Review - Emmy Awards 2011

2011-09-20T06:11:00.000-07:00

I don't think I have ever posted a negative beauty review on here before but these looks are just so bad, too bad in fact, not be mentioned.

Paz de la Huerta? Wow, the picture speaks for its self really, doesn't it? Makeup and hair, all bad.

Nancy O'Dell - This hair was all sorts of yikes! The front appeared worse on tv, very cockateel-esque. It really looks like something I did in the bathroom mirror in 8th grade and I was doing some really questionable hair back then...see below? That's me at my 8th grade graduation below. Sorry mom! Ha ha ha!

xo,

Indiana

Hair for the girl on the go...travel tips and tricks

2011-09-15T19:24:00.000-07:00

Indiana covered her makeup must have's in the previous blog post so I thought I would share with you my hair must have's for the girl on the go, you and me!

I just recently traveled to Las Vegas for just one night of fun (yes, I know crazy right!). I wanted to look my best at the pool during the day and for a night on the town, all in one small carry one bag. That's when its time to use my go to essentials:

Vavoom Shapemaker Hairspray is my absolute fav spray for styling and keeping my hair looking good all night long! It holds extremely well and it comes in a mini if you are only taking a carry-on.

To amp up your style and to absorb oil and refresh you locks, I always recommend Treseme Dry Shampoo. For under $4, this spray will give you volume, refresh your style and take away any unwanted smell on your hair from those smoky clubs!

Moisturized hair is a must especially in Vegas and Healthy Sexy Hair Soy Renewal Treatment is the best at locking in and sealing moisture and adding shine to dry ends. I apply it to damp hair then dry or add some before I curl and style for the night out.

Don't forget a few hair ties and a maybe some bobby pins to create a sexy braid for the pool or the plane ride home!

xo,

Violet

The Makeup Dolls can be booked for bridal, engagement, boudoir, maternity and occasion makeup and hair. Please call 650.394.4942 or email us at info@themakeupdolls.com to contact Indiana and Violet.

Makeup for the girl on the go....Travel tips and tricks

2011-09-13T18:11:00.000-07:00

I (luckily) don't have to travel too often for work. Though I enjoy flying to new, exciting (and not so exciting) destinations, I am a self confessed homebody. It's easy to see why I want to stay home when you lay your eyes on my sweet, sweet baby love Ellie.

See...it's pretty hard to leave that loveliness for too long. When on the road, I like my makeup bag to be super streamlined, stocked with the absolute basics so it's really easy to put together a day time look at my 6 am wakeup call and to freshen up for a dinner out. The key to ease is thoughtfully chosen pieces that work well together and of course do double duty. Here's whats in my makeup bag on my way back from Minnesota...

Face:
I love a medium coverage foundation, one that is light enough and professional for the day but has enough coverage for night. My favorite right now is Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua. The coverage is buildable and can be applied with your fingertips...no brush, no sponge...great! Don't skimp on bringing along your concealer..it's necessary.

Eyes, Cheeks and Lips:
Pallets and more pallets! I love travelling with set that have everything in one. Though I have plenty of custom MAC pallets and individual shadows to choose from, when I travel, I want things to be easy and simple. I also pack one light and one medium/darker gloss with a liner. I can achieve three different looks from those three lip products. For pallets, try these:

Urban Decay - Shadows and liners...day to night perfection!

Chanel - Eyes, Cheeks and Lips...everything in one!

Brush Set:
A travel brush set is a must. Brushes are so bulky, they really do take up a lot of room so invest in a nice travel set. It's perfect for the gym too!

Sigma - Affordable quality.

Bobbi Brown - The mother of all brush sets ;) Impeccable quality!

Violet will be posting this week with tip on Hair for the girl on the go so stay tuned! We would love to hear your favorite "to go" products...leave us a comment and tell us your favorites!

xo,
Indiana

The Makeup Dolls can be booked for bridal, engagement, boudoir, maternity and occasion makeup and hair. Please call 650.394.4942 or email us at info@themakeupdolls.com to contact Indiana and Violet.

Personal - Glued to the Television...Mildred Pierce!

2011-09-09T06:16:00.000-07:00

I have been watching the HBO mini series "Mildred Pierce" that Kate Winslet was promoting in those fabulous outfits in our previous post below and am addicted! It is so well written and Kate is masterful in her role. If you aren't watching it, you should be! It is currently On Demand.

Did you see how amazing Evan Rachael Wood looked at the Zieglfield Theater premiere back in March? A deep berry lip and thick, black cat eye liner is always in style!

Just Lovely...Kate Winslet

2011-09-07T07:30:00.000-07:00

Now this is what hot looks like! Kate Winslet, at the Venice Film Festival, was simply amazing in this white and black number and black shorts and jacket. One word, AMAZING! Bravo Kate...fantastic weekend of loveliness for you!

xo,
Violet

The Makeup Dolls can be booked for bridal, engagement, boudoir, maternity and occasion makeup and hair. Please call 650.394.4942 or email us at info@themakeupdolls.com to contact Indiana and Violet.

Nail Must Have - Chanel Fall Color 2011

2011-09-01T09:12:00.000-07:00

Chanel, ever the leader in trendy polish colors will be launching three metallic polishes for Fall 2011. A green gold (Peridot, above), metallic silver and metallic beige are sure to be the it colors of the season.

p.s. Since we are on the subject of Chanel...have you seen this beauty! The Multi-use Makeup Palette has everything thing you need for color on your face: 2 glosses, 1 lipstick, 3 shadows, 2 cream concealers, 1 blush and custom applicators. Yes!

xo,
Indiana

The Makeup Dolls can be booked for bridal, engagement, boudoir, maternity and occasion makeup and hair. Please call 650.394.4942 or email us at info@themakeupdolls.com to contact Indiana and Violet.

Red Carpet Beauty Review - 2011 VMA Awards

2011-08-30T15:03:00.000-07:00

I don't find that I watch the VMA's that much anymore, I guess it's because MTV doesn't even play videos...Adam Levine couldn't be more right! I do however love to see the Red Carpet and this year didn't disappoint.

My absolute favorite of the night was Katie Holmes! I don't think I have ever thought of her makeup and hair to be something to emulate but Sunday night was the exception! She just looked all around amazingly good, don't you agree? Her hair was all over natural from her tousled hair and her makeup, her look was pretty and perfect.

I also really like Demi Lovato's look! I guess it's because I am always a sucker contrasting makeup as in her silver smoky eye (cool) and her peachy lip (warm). Deep part for her hair and loose waves....great, great and great!

Kelly Rowland looked amazing too...though I wasn't a huge fan of her dress but this blog is about makeup and hair and she got it perfectly right! Kelly is wearing a black smoky eye, a ton of lashes and a nude cheek and lip. This certainly should be a go to combo for all of us. It's easy to pull off and looks polished and clean.

Hope everyone is having a great week so far! I have been working on our new website and hope to be done with it next week.

xo,
Indiana

The Makeup Dolls can be booked for bridal, engagement, boudoir, maternity and occasion makeup and hair. Please call 650.394.4942 or email us at info@themakeupdolls.com to contact Indiana and Violet.

Bargain Faves - Revlon Grow Luscious Mascara

2011-08-25T14:46:00.000-07:00

Leave us a comment below on some of your bargain faves...we would love to try them out!

Here is a "steal" product review for all of you, Revlon's Grow Luscious Mascara. I just started using it and it really accentuated all of my lashes and did not make them clump at all. I loved it! It also is supposed to make your lashes grow longer and stronger! I'll take that please :)

xo<
Violet

Featured on...Style Me Pretty!

2011-08-23T09:00:00.000-07:00

We recently did a photo shoot with A Girl and A Camera Photography, The Petal Company on florals and yours truly The Makeup Dolls on beauty and our work has been published on Style Me Pretty California! Yeah, yeah and yeah! Violet and I couldn't be more excited!

Style Me Pretty is THE (yes, THE in CAPS) inspiration blog for brides and all things wedding. They publish only the most stylish weddings, engagements and photo shoots and it is really an honor to have our work published on such a well respected and down right fabulous site! We are Little Black Book Members (we were selected by SMP!) too, so check out our listing on the site as well by clicking here.

Stay tuned for more pictures from the shoot this week!

xo,
Indiana

The Makeup Dolls can be booked for bridal, engagement, boudoir, maternity and occasion makeup and hair. Please call 650.394.4942 or email us at info@themakeupdolls.com to contact Indiana and Violet.

Wedding Day Sneak - Kate

2011-08-19T14:02:00.000-07:00

Wanted to share a sneak of a bride we recently did for a wedding in Palo Alto, CA. I can't wait to see the rest of her photos! Photos by Dream Lenz Photography. Have a fantastic weekend everyone!

Quick Tips - Beat the Heat - Hot Weather Makeup Must Have's

2011-08-16T09:20:00.000-07:00

I live in the San Francisco Bay Area and we need hot weather makeup tips maybe, three times a year, if that. Yes it is pretty rarely hot here, its mostly mild all year round but every once in a while this Bay Area girl ventures out to visit my mom in Sacramento (hot as...! most of the year) and vacation spots like Sayulita, Mexico.

Even when on vacation, in an extremely humid environment I want to look good in at least some of the photos my husband was taking and I will tell you what the secret is to that...makeup! Yes, makeup but not your everyday makeup but rather a few key selections that were going to keep me and you on your next trip out your front door or to a hot climate locale looking good despite the heat. So here they are, my beat the heat pics:

Complexion

MAC Face and Body Makeup is the choice for keeping your complexion looking its best. This formula is water based (feels like you have nothing on) and water resistent (holds up to the heat). The body part came in handy for me when I came home with about 50 mosquito bites and had to wear a skirt out on Saturday night. A little Face and Body on my legs really helped my legs look a bit better.

Eyes

Keep it simple. A bit of lid primer, a light shimmer shadow dusted on your lid (love Stila Kitten, just the right amount of sparkle) and a waterproof black liner right in the lash line. Aqua Eyes by Makeup Forever is my pick everyday of the year when you need eyeliner that will stay and hot weather makeup is no exception.

Cheeks

Creme, creme, creme! When it's hot, embrace a bit of shine instead of powder because creme blushes will look more natural than powders. My favorite and frankly only creme blush I use is Stila Convertible Color. It comes in a wide array of colors and is so easy to apply. Simply pick up some of the product on your middle finger and blend onto your cheek with middle and ring finger. It really couldn't be easier.

Lips

I love lip balms for the moisturizing properties of course. I am a big fan of Tarte's LipSurgence pencils and whats not to love about Burt's Bees Tinted Lip Balm?

Did I miss any of your favorites in this post? Please share my commenting below, I'd love to hear from you!

xo,
Indiana

The Makeup Dolls can be booked for bridal, engagement, boudoir, maternity and occasion makeup and hair. Please call 650.394.4942 or email us at info@themakeupdolls.com to contact Indiana and Violet.

Red Carpet Beauty Review - Teen Choice Awards 2011

2011-08-09T08:55:00.000-07:00

A quick Red Carpet Review from The 2011 Teen Choice Awards on Sunday night! I just loved Demi Lovato's look! She looked so cute and the hair and makeup was perfect for the fun night out. I also thought Kaley Cuoco had the best hair, with her beachy waves showcasing the buttery blonde color. Loving her lined eyes too! Ashton's Katy Perry song at the end of his acceptance speech was a bit over the top...who gives that guy so much camera time? I am with Ferggy, I don't get it (did you see her reaction when he beat Josh Dumel...crunchy!).

xo,
Violet

The Makeup Dolls can be booked for bridal, engagement, boudoir, maternity and occasion makeup and hair. Please call 650.394.4942 or email us at info@themakeupdolls.com to contact Indiana and Violet.

Back from vacation....

2011-08-08T10:56:00.000-07:00

Sorry for the lack of posts last week...I was staying at this house in Sayulita vacationing....

and Violet was staying here, in Puerto Rico....

We will be back to regular posting this week to include some tips and tricks for vacation makeup and hair!

xo,
Indiana

The Makeup Dolls can be booked for bridal, engagement, boudoir, maternity and occasion makeup and hair. Please call 650.394.4942 or email us at info@themakeupdolls.com to contact Indiana and Violet.

We are loving...Pinterest!

2011-07-27T20:56:00.000-07:00

Have you discovered Pinterest yet? It is a fabulous website where you "pin" your favorite images on to virtual boards. As Violet and I find photos that inspire us, we pin them on our Makeup Inspiration or our Hair Inspiration boards. Its a great way to virtually organize our inspirational thoughts for photo shoots and real clients.

Another feature I love is your friends or people that like your "pins" can follow your boards to see what inspires you. You can develop a fantastic like minded community and inspire each other...love that!

Here are a few images from our Makeup Inspiration board....

On the right side of our blog there is a red "Follow me on Pinterest"..click it to see what inspires me or click the link at the top of the page. Request and account and start following our boards, I can't wait to follow yours and see what inspires you too!

The Makeup Dolls can be booked for bridal, engagement, boudoir, maternity and occasion makeup and hair. Please call 650.394.4942 or email us at info@themakeupdolls.com to contact Indiana and Violet.

Personal - What's your hobby?

2011-07-25T15:13:00.000-07:00

It's really Monday again! I can't help but get the Monday blues sometimes, another week working for the weekend. Violet and I were busy with two weddings this weekend and have to say the brides we both worked with were so much fun! I personally love being in the mix when everyone is getting ready for such an important day. I am like their best friend makeup artist and I couldn't be happier. I would say that doing makeup is my hobby, my passion hobby is guess.

While I was working, my husband who is turning into quite the photographer, attended a lighting workshop at a studio in San Francisco. I am hoping that all he learned can and will be applied in our makeup studio. After each trial we do a mini photo shoot and I can't wait to see how great our photos are going to be when he sets up the lights properly. My husband has always taken great photos with our "regular" cameras but now that he has purchased a DSLR, a few lenses and a whole host of things I know nothing about (can you tell me what a puffer is?). I thought I would share a few images he has recently taken. It seems that photography is now his hobby and I am so proud of him!

Makeup, photography...what's your hobby? I would love to hear from you!

Love that not-so-baby-anymore of mine Baby E!

Cool shades right? A little Mrs. Roper if you ask me!

All images Tim Fischer (well, I took them off the computer without telling him)

xo,
Indiana

The Makeup Dolls can be booked for bridal, engagement, boudoir, maternity and occasion makeup and hair. Please call 650.394.4942 or email us at info@themakeupdolls.com to contact Indiana and Violet.

We are loving...Too Faced Matte Shadow Collection

2011-07-22T09:14:00.000-07:00

Too Faced has done it again! Their palettes for each "eye" look are always perfect, and this one is just that. The new Matte Eye Shadow Collection has everything you need for that smooth, matte eye look that is always in style. From Ivory to Taupe to Deep Charcoal, this collection of shadows provides you with so many options for day and night.

I love a matte shadow in the crease, especially a soft brown to create that sultry look without going too dark. I also enjoy sweeping deep charcoal and navy over my entire lid for a sexy smoky eye. Everyday you can have a different look! Just add a black liner and mascara and you are good to go.

This set can be purchased at Sephora and at only $36.00, you will love this set!
xo,
Violet

The Makeup Dolls can be booked for bridal, engagement, boudoir, maternity and occasion makeup and hair. Please call 650.394.4942 or email us at info@themakeupdolls.com to contact Indiana and Violet.