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Wednesday, September 12, 2018

5 MAKEUP MISTAKES TO AVOID

Get SUPER Excited!  Let's talk about makeup mistakes...

Did you know your makeup should never enter the room before you do?



Here are five makeup mistakes to keep in mind, before you leave home.

Dark Lip Liner and Light Lipstick: The trend now is to wear lip liner shade close to your natural lip color. If you do use dark liner like a red, berry or brown shade, fill in your mouth completely, and then top with clear gloss.

Draw in Eyebrows: If your brows are super-thin, make short, feathery strokes with a pencil, them top brows with powder.

Clump Mascara: Before applying wipe the mascara wand against the opening of the tube to get rid of excess mascara. Wiggle the ward from side to side, from the base of your lashes to the tip. Comb lashes before they dry to separate them.

Cakey Foundation over Bad Skin: Suffocating your skin with a heavy cover up will draw attention to the problem. For fines lines: Add a little moisturizer with your foundation. For blemishes: Mineral makeup can give great coverage for acne.

Foundation Line on the Jaw: To avoid foundation mask, select the right shade. Ask a salesperson at the makeup counter to pick out several shades and test a few on your cheek.




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Monday, September 3, 2018

LABOR DAY End of Summer Makeup Transformation

Happy Labor Day!  Hope you had a fantastic summer.  Today is the last day to celebrate all those amazing summer festivities.   Take a look at my end of the summer makeup transformation video that was released this morning.  Thanks for watching! 





Products Mentioned Flori Roberts Magic Set Flori Robert's Shiny Gold Mineral Shadow Flori Roberts Lipstick Black Brandy Flori Robert's Radiance Blush Dark TheBalm Hot Mama Bronzer
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Friday, August 17, 2018

REMEMBERING THE QUEEN OF SOUL ARETHA FRANKLIN

Get Excited! Celebrating the life of Aretha Franklin "The Queen of Soul".  She left a legacy that should not be forgotten.

Aretha Louise Franklin (March 25, 1942 – August 16, 2018) was an American singer and pianist. She began her career as a child singing gospel music.  At the age of 18, she embarked on a secular career, recording for Columbia Records.  Franklin achieved commercial acclaim and success with songs such as "Respect", "Chain of Fools", "Think" and  "You Make Me Feel Like A Natural Women" and many others.  By the end 1960's she was being called "The Queen of Soul".   

In 1979 Franklin received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, also, her voice declared a Michigan "natural resource" in 1985, and became the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987.  Franklin received an honorary degree from Harvard University in 2014, as well as honorary doctorates in music from Princeton University, 2012.  


Aretha Franklin number one singles between 1967-1971:


  • I Never Loved a Man The Way I Love You 1967
  • Respect 1967 
  • Baby I Love You 1967 
  • Chain of Fools 1967 
  • Sweet Sweet Baby Since you've Gone 1968 
  • Think 1968 
  • Share Your Love with Me 1969 
  • Call Me 1970 
  • Don't Play That Song You Lied 1970 
  • Bridge Over Troubled Water 1971 


In memory of Aretha Louise Franklin here's a 1970's  makeup look I created to celebrate the life of  The Queen of Soul.  Rest In Peace.  Thanks for watching!  






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Wednesday, August 15, 2018

HOW TO CREATE A COLORFUL EDITORIAL MAKEUP LOOK


Get EXCITED!  Get SUPER Excited!  Let's talk about how to create a colorful editorial makeup look... 

Did you know that editorial makeup is makeup that's usually used for magazine spreads and runway?  This colorful editorial makeup transformation came from my creative side. Thanks for watching!






PRODUCTS MENTIONED
Flori Roberts Loose Mineral Eye Shadows...
Blue Slate
Gold Bronze
Dazzling Shamrock

B-fly671 Deep Flight Mineral Powder "Corinne's Glow"
TheBalm  Hot Mama Bronze

Queen Latifah Ebony Bronzer

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Friday, July 27, 2018

Highlight and Contour Makeup Techniques

Get EXCITED! Get SUPER Excited! Let's talk about highlighting and contour... 

Today I will share with you how to use makeup to highlight and contour your face, using bronzer, blush and highlighting powders. You can practice highlight/contouring techniques until you have perfected your look.

Products Needed:

Bronzing powder 
Powder blush
Highlighting powder
Foundation
Translucent powder
Makeup brushes

1. Apply a foundation that matches your skin tone. Blend foundation well at the jaw and hairline until there are no visible lines.

2. Dust your face with translucent powder.

3. Suck in your cheeks to locate your cheek bones. Brush a small amount of matte bronzing powder under the cheek bones. Add bronzer to the bridge of your nose and at the temples. Blend all areas of bronzer well.

4. Brush blush onto the apples of your cheeks. Pull the blush back towards your temples, making the line of brush narrower as you get closer to the hairline. Blend the blush into the hairline and the bronzer using clean fingertips or a clean powder brush.

5. Use a lighter shade of powder to highlight your face. Brush highlighting powder on the bridge of your nose and around the outer corners of your eyes. Add a touch of highlighter to cheek bones, your chin and the temples.

6. Blend all of the cosmetics well so there are no harsh lines. Use a clean brush for the best blending results.


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Wednesday, July 18, 2018

APPLYING MAKEUP FOR HOODED EYES

Get EXCITED!  Get SUPER Excited!  Let's talk about applying makeup for hooded eyes...

Did you know that hooded eyes are sometimes called bedroom eyes? 

 When applied correctly, eye color can help hooded eyes appear more open by minimizing the eyelid. Your goal is to make the fleshy lid area "push away" or recede, and help your eyes become more prominent than the eyelids.


  • Never use a dark eye shadow over the entire lid, because it makes it appear heavier and will close in your eyes.

  • Don't be tempted to highlight the brow bone too much because doing so can accentuate the hooded appearance.


PRO TIP
The eyebrow shape is very important, because attention can be diverted from the hooded eyelid with a beautifully shaped eyebrow.



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Tuesday, July 10, 2018

HOW TO APPLY MAKEUP FOR WIDE EYES

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If the spacing between your eyes is wider than the width of one eye, your eyes are considered wide-set. Your goal is to create the illusion that they are set closer together.

*In this case, you need to darken the inside hollows of your eye next to the bridge of your nose more than for any other eye shape. Deepening the color helps this area appear to recede and makes your eyes look closer together.

*Begin all dark-color application slightly in from the outer corners and blend your shadow in and up instead of outward, because an outward blending will "pull" the eyes wider apart, and your goal is to "pull" the eyes wider apart, and your goal is to "pull" them closer together.

APPLICATION:

1. Highlight shade: Apply to brow bone and lid.

2. Mid tone shade: Starting from the outer corner of the crease, bring the color towards the inside corner of your eye. Be sure to apply a few more layers to the inside corners to deepen the color and help visually push the eyes closer together.

3. Contour shade: Starting slightly in from the outer corner, brush it across the upper lash line and up into the crease of your eye. Also sweep it underneath the lower lash line, being careful not to extend the color beyond the outer edge of the eye.


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Friday, June 29, 2018

EDITORIAL MAKEUP INSPIRATION WOMEN OVER 40


Get EXCITED!  Get SUPER Excited!  Let’s talk about beauty
over 40...

This month Beauty Over 40 editorial collaboration makeup 
inspiration is our state flower(s).  Here's my RED ROSES 
inspiration look for  the state of New York.

Thanks for watching! 




PRO TIP
Use an eye cream before applying shadow this will soften  fine lines.

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Sunday, June 24, 2018

HOW TO DETERMINE YOUR SKIN TYPE

Get EXCITED!  Get SUPER Excited!  Let’s talk about skin type…did you know there are three skin types?

Your skin type depends on how much water is in your skin, which affects its comfort and elasticity.  Also, how oily it is, which affects its softness.  The three skin types are dry, oily and combination. 

Normal Skin Type
Not too dry and not too oily, normal skin has:
No or few imperfections
No severe sensitivity
Barely visible pores
A radiant complexion

Combination Skin Type
Your skin can be dry or normal in some areas and oily in others, such as the T-zone (nose, forehead, and chin). Many people have this type. It may need slightly different care in different areas.
Pores that look larger than normal, because they’re more open
Blackheads
Shiny skin

Dry Skin
You may have:
Almost invisible pores
Dull, rough complexion
Red patches
Your skin is less elastic
More visible lines
Your skin can crack, peel, or become itchy, irritated, or inflamed. If it’s very dry, it can become rough and scaly, especially on the backs of your hands, arms, and legs.

Oily Skin Type
You may have:
Enlarged pores
Dull or shiny, thick complexion
Blackheads, pimples, or other blemishes
Oiliness can change depending upon the time of year or the weather.

No matter what type of skin you have, these tips will keep it looking its best.
Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen that blocks both UVA and UVB rays.
Avoid direct sunlight and wear a hat and sunglasses.
Don't smoke.
Stay hydrated.
Wash your skin gently but thoroughly every day and never wear makeup to bed.
Moisturize.

Now that you know your skin type, you can choose the best products that will deliver a healthier, more radiant complexion.


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Sunday, June 17, 2018

HOW TO LOSS 110 POUNDS IN A YEAR

Get SUPER Excited!  I'm back with another blog.  Did you know that eating boiled eggs burn fat?  Last week I interviewed Alberta Ebony Evans on my Glam Show TV.  Alberta shared how she loss 110 pounds in one year.  Alberta looks AMAZING!!! Go girl fabulous at 60.

Listen to this life changing interview...




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Thursday, May 31, 2018

Summer Nail Trends and Colors

Get SUPER Excited! Let's talk about nails...Did you know summer is traditionally the best time for brights, neon, and pastels?  Step up your nail game with these new ideas this season....  







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Sunday, May 20, 2018

MAKEUP TRANSFORMATION | MARY J BLIGE LOOK 3

Get SUPER Excited!   I'm back with another Mary J Blige makeup transformation.  Smokey eyes with a nude lip, this is how we do it!  Thanks for watching. 





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Sunday, April 29, 2018

BEAUTY OVER 40 SPRING COLLAB | YELLOW AND LAVENDAR

Get SUPER Excited!  We are back BEAUTY OVER 40 COLLAB this month is all about spring. Here's my yellow and lavender look.

Catch these ladies on YouTube to see their FABULOUS spring looks...

@_beautyover40 @_amateurmakupgirll @_mua_larisa @lrpmakeup @jjmua @iamnaturallyhappy


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Sunday, April 15, 2018

CREATE HEALTHY SKIN SMOOTHIES

Get SUPER Excited! Let's talk about healthy skin...Did you know that antioxidants keep wrinkles and sagging to a minimum.  
Smoothies are a great way to get all of the nutrients you need for beautiful skin in just one drink.    Let's create some healthy skin smoothies...


The Clear Skin Smoothie

This smoothie, created by Koff, uses a protein powder made from hemp seeds, which is a balanced source of skin-boosting omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. The dandelion greens are great for the liver, helping to detox the body and skin; the avocado and raw cacao powder contain a powerful mix of antioxidants, which help clear the complexion and get skin glowing; and the coconut water is loaded with potassium, which helps skin cells get the water they need to stay (and look) hydrated.

Blend …
1 scoop of hemp protein (Koff likes Manitoba Harvest Hemp Pro 70)
1/2 cup organic blueberries
1/2 bunch dandelion greens (no stems)
11 oz coconut water
1/4 avocado
1 tablespoon raw cacao powder


NONI COLADA

Coconut water kefir is another great non-dairy smoothie ingredient, and it's loaded with probiotics -- the "good" bacteria that help keep our digestion running smoothly (and our skin clear as a result). The pineapple in this recipe, created by raw vegan chef Jason Andrew Wrobel, also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent, helping to calm puffy, irritated skin.

Blend …
10 oz coconut water kefir 
Handful ice cubes
4 oz frozen pineapple chunks
1 tsp dried noni fruit powder
1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
Pinch of sea salt
Sweetener to taste (half dropper-full of vanilla stevia is great)

GREEN TEA COOLER

Created by Mary Kennedy, M.S., a nutrition and wellness professional who works for Stonyfield Farm, this smoothie combines two powerful skin foods: organic yogurt and green tea. The yogurt is loaded with live active cultures that provide the gut with beneficial bacteria, which helps digestion (the better your digestive tract runs, the better your skin will look); mint and honey also help fend off "bad" bacteria, and the green tea is loaded with anti-aging antioxidants.

Blend …
1 cup Stonyfield organic fat-free key lime yogurt 

1 cup prepared green tea, cooled

1/2 cup loosely packed mint, chopped

Juice and zest of 2 limes 

1 tsp honey

2 cups ice cubes

MANGO YOGURT SMOOTHIE

Koff Boyer created this smoothie and says the frozen mango gives it its sweetness and smooth texture and adds skin-boosting vitamins B6, C, and E. Plus, the omega-3s in the fish oil help to regulate oil production, says Koff, which boosts hydration, helps prevent acne, and staves off wrinkles.

Blend …
1 tbsp fish oil
1⁄2 cup plain, low-fat, organic yogurt
1⁄2 cup frozen mango chunks
1⁄2 cup orange juice
1⁄2 cup ice cubes
1 fresh mint leaf (optional)



Pro Tip:  Antioxidants keep wrinkles and sagging to a minimum.

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Sunday, April 8, 2018

BEAUTY OVER 40 COLLAB | WEEK 3 DRUGSTORE MAKEUP

Get SUPER Excited!  Let's talk about beauty over 40.. Did you know that drugstore makeup is dominating the beauty industry?   For week 3 we used Drugstore Makeup.  We had a blast creating these over 40 FABULOUS and CLASSY  looks.  

Drugstore Brand Used:

Pop Beauty
Wet and Wild
The Balm 





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Sunday, April 1, 2018

BEAUTY OVER 40 COLLAB: WEEK 2 URBAN DECAY | NAKED PALETTE

Get SUPER Excited!  Let's talk about beauty over 40... 
For week 2  Collab we used Urban Decay palettes. Urban Decay is one of my favorite.  To spice up the look shadows were placed on lips and eyes.   Get EXCITED!  





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