I am continually impressed how color can brighten a face and enhance a woman’s appearance. Whether used for subtle enhancement during the day, or for a stunning appearance at night, colorful eye shadow shades are a must for a complete beauty regime.
Color rich eye shadow was something that I initially steered clear of. I [...]

Brrr…As evident by the snow covered ground outside, winter weather has clearly arrived. While taking the time to bundle up and protect yourself from the cold, it’s also important to protect the lips and skin from the detrimental effects of winter weather.

Daily exposure to icy winds, reduced temperatures and spending too much time in [...]

Tags: beauty tip, lip balm, lip care, Tastee Cosmetics, winter beauty

I always find it fascinating how nail color allows women to make a fashion statement without a single visit to the fitting room.
This often overlooked fashion addition is perfect for dressing up even the most basic of looks, and available in shades to suit almost every personality and budget.
Irresistible nail color was no [...]

Tags: Beauty Tips and Tricks, fall 09, MAC Cosmetics, nail color, nail polish, Thakoon, trends

Knock ‘em dead lip color is back on the shelves for Autumn/Winter ‘09/10. From Dolce & Gabbana to Christian Lacroix, intense red lip color paraded down the runways evoking a mood of unstoppable glamour.
Whether worn demurely matte, or dressed up with a high lacquer shine, red lip color is always in vogue. The key [...]

Tags: Beauty Tips and Tricks, beauty trends, christian lacroix, dolce gabbana, fall 09, lip color, red lipstick

ulti-dimensional shades and rich hues of vibrant color create a playful pallet for gorgeous summer hair! With color ranging from platinum blonde to intense chocolate brown, it’s no surprise that choosing the hottest hue for your summer look can be somewhat daunting. To learn more about choosing the right color, and caring for hair during [...]

Last week we had a chance to explore facial peels & skin treatments available for creating a smoother, radiant and more youthful appearance. This week I want to explore how to visually smooth and take years off through make up application and technique. Senior Makeup Artist Louise Zizzo for MAC Cosmetics has graciously assisted me in this endeavor and I am very excited to share with you the beauty tips I learned in our interview.

Tags: Beauty Tips and Tricks, MAC Cosmetics, make up, Skin Care

Sophisticated. Sexy. Strong. Thus was the beauty trend on the catwalk for the upcoming season. Aptly placed eye liner and deep, rich eye shadows were perfectly balanced with radiant, dewy skin. The end result? Sultry eyes & gorgeous skin that were as mesmerizing as the designs they accented.

But why should models have all the fun?

And so began my quest to uncover the beauty secrets necessary to make this sizzling look a reality. Where did my journey lead? To none other than Sr. Make Up Artist Jen Gaum of Glo Professional, Denver. Read on as she unveils in our interview beauty tips and tricks for creating this look at home.

Tags: beauty tip, beauty trend, eye shadow, eyeliner, Glo Professional, make up, skin