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M·A·C PRO class with Makeup Artist Gina Bettelli
ERAS REINTERPRETEDThe vamp. The siren. The bombshell. The diva. M·A·C PRO Artist Gina Bettelli shows how to interpret the looks of legendary beauties for inventive editorial makeup. Learn techniques for creating iconic makeup from the smoky eyes of the Twenties to classic red Hollywood lips to drawn-on lashes. http://www.maccosmetics.com
After an informative and fun class I was excited to meet with the artist behind the creativity of the day! During my discussion with Mac's make-up artist, Gina, she provided advice for any of us in the industry with a passion and desire to succeed. The most significant bit of advice I'll always remember..."be humble" Gina said. You can read a little more about Gina in here http://www.stylecaster.com/people/52048/gina-bettelli/profile
Skin: Oil Control Lotion, Prep+Prime/Face, Studio Sculpt Concealer SPF15, Mineralize Skinfinish SPF15 Foundation Loose, Dainty Mineralized Powder Blush, Gingerly Sheertone Blush, Blot Film, Shell Cream Color Base. Brows: Eye Brow Pencils, Clear Brow Set. Eyes: Full Lash Curler, Smolder Eye Kohl, Blackground Paintpot, Vanilla Pigment, Haute& Naughty Mascara. Lips: Studio Fix Powder+ Foundation, Wonder Woman Lip-gloss, Cherry Lip Pencil
Modernizing the 1940’s
Skin: Studio Moisture Fix lotion, Mineralized Satinfinish SPF15 Foundation, Studio Careblend Pressed Powder, So Ladyblush Cremeblend Blush, Refined Golden Bronzer. Brows: Eye Brow pencils, Charcoal Brown Eye Shadow, Clear Brow Set. Eyes: Studio Sculpt Concealer, Groundwork Paintpot, Wedge Eye Shadow, Scene Eye Shadow, Studiofix Lash Mascara, #34 lashes. Lips: Lip Conditioner, Viva Glam I lipstick, Brick Lip Pencil, Gently Off Eye/Lip Remover
Modernizing the 1960’s
Skin: Light Ultra Moisturizer, Strobe Cream, Fix+, Prep+Prime/Skin, Face & Body Foundation, Studio Sculpt Concealer, Mineralized Skin Finish Natural Powder, Ladyblush Cremeblend Blush, Pearl Cream Color Base. Brows: Eye Brows Pencils, Omega Eye Shadow, Conquette Eye Shadow, Clear Brow Set. Eyes: Fast Response Eye Cream, Fascinating Eye Kohl, Medium Blot Powder, Phloof! Eye Shadow, Lady Justice Eye Shadow x4, Black Fluidline, Haute & Naughty Lash Mascara, #33 lashes, #20 lashes, #43 lashes. Lips: Lip Conditioner, Viva Glam Gaga 2 Lipstick, Oyster girl Lipgloss
BRUSHES
#242 to intensify eye shadows with patting technique
#239 to soften eye shadows with a delicate sweeping or stippling application
#219 for precise eye shadow definition
#210 for eye cream or liquid liner perfection
#224 to apply eye shadows or concealer with buffed effect
#252 to blend out eye shadows and edges using a clean brush
#263 for perfected eye brows and eye liner using powder or cream products
#188 to apply liquid foundation in a circular motion
#109 to apply cream blushes with control
#129 to apply powder blushes with perfect placement
#150 for pressed and loose powders
#190 to apply cheek highlights in cream or powder products
#249 for applying spot concealer
#316 to perfect crisp lipstick edges
XOXO Svetlana for IEN Skin Care
Picking...
Yes, I have decided to admit it… I’m not perfect and have a picking problem. As so many of us pickers living in self denial are a part of life. There I was lying to myself and others on my acute break- outs, flaky patches and scabbed over areas. Continual stories of being super dehydrated and under moisturized… but deep down I knew the truth; it’s all my picking.
My magnifying mirror no longer was my magical looking glass; it became a total obsession and a best friend to my nails. Once upon a time my skin was clean, clear and virtually flawless; until my pore obsession. That daily routine of inspecting each pore for the tiniest spec of congestion. I made it clear that any blackhead, whitehead and zit were the enemy.
I’m at a loss for words on why picking is so addicting… Could it be while peering into a magnifying mirror insuring each pore is spotless, perfectly clean and empty takes over and all rational thinking disappears? Or is picking one of those problems people face like alcoholism? Hey, everyone has an ism…right? Shopism, eatism etc., etc. and my ism became pickanism! I wish there was a rehab for pickers!
Well there’s one thing for sure; I’m grateful for my personal intervention, admitting the problem and facing it. The truth be told … the more I picked the worse my skin became. My occasional breakout literally went to Grade 2 acne. It’s been a week since I did the dirty deed and my skin is becoming less flaky, it does not look like one giant wound- I look human again. Unfortunately, attempting to be spotless has left my face with areas of scaring from picking. I’m excited to inform everyone of an herbal peel that will improve my scars! GREEN PEEL Before and after pictures will be posted to share with everyone!
Who said skin care professionals are perfect?? News flash- no one is…
Well, I have got rid of my dirty secret,
Have you???
XOXO,
Recovering Pickaholic
A Pursuit For The Nose
Take note, when you buy a perfume bottle most of the cost goes to the packaging, advertising, sales profit and tax. Only a small percentage, actually around ten percent, is dedicated to the costs of the scents.
So why buy when you can make your own perfume. Not only will you be able to save some money but you'll get a blast from the pursuit of the perfect perfume.
One of the greatest advantages of making your own perfume is that you don't have to worry about having chemicals and preservatives going onto your skin. Since you're more likely going to work with natural, you don't have to worry about the possible effects of synthetic materials on your body.
However, care should still be taken when using various essential oils. Some people might still have particular allergenic reactions to specific types of oils. It is therefore important to know or be familiar with your own body chemistry first before trying experimenting with blending perfumes.
First, let's differentiate between the various types of perfumes. Basically, a perfume is a mixture of aromatic compounds and diluted in alcohol and water. The amounts of aromatic oils dissolve in a blend determine if it can be called a perfume or a cologne. Arranged from highest concentration of oils to lowest the sequence would be: perfume, eau de parfum, eau de toilette, eau de cologne and body splash.
When we say perfume, the blend of aromatic oils is from 25 to 40%. Eau du parfum, meanwhile, are 15-30% aromatics. Eau du Cologne has even lighter aromatic oil contents. This type of scent usually has around 5-15% aromatic compounds. Toilet water or sometimes referred to as body splash has only 3-5% aromatics. Body splash are ideally used after you take a bath or shower.
When you make your own perfume, you get to choose which solvent you would use to dilute the blend. Available at your disposal are either jojoba or alcohol. Both have distinct differences and benefits. Jojoba is great for perfume blends because it never turns rancid.
When you have created your own perfume blend, it is best that you use the perfume only on your pulse points. Anywhere more and you might overdo the scent. For diluting the blend the traditional way, you use grain alcohol or a high grade proof of vodka. Alcohol makes the blend more volatile. The problem with alcohol is that you have to let the perfume blend evolve. If you don't the scent will smell more like an alcohol rather than a perfume. Usual proportions of alcohol and perfume blend is about three or four ml of the blend combined with five or 10 drops of alcohol.
Making your own perfume should be fun. Don't delve too much on the technicality of blending perfumes. Explore and try to make combinations that are unheard off. You never know, the resulting blend might be perfect to your body chemistry.
Scents and fragrances react differently when applied to your body. Choosing one that fits you is like choosing the right color of dress or the right pair of shoes to wear. Perfumes cannot just be worn arbitrarily. The resulting scent might be catastrophic. That's why you need to experiment more when making your own perfume. Try various combinations of scents until you find the perfect one for you.
So why buy when you can make your own perfume. Not only will you be able to save some money but you'll get a blast from the pursuit of the perfect perfume.
One of the greatest advantages of making your own perfume is that you don't have to worry about having chemicals and preservatives going onto your skin. Since you're more likely going to work with natural, you don't have to worry about the possible effects of synthetic materials on your body.
However, care should still be taken when using various essential oils. Some people might still have particular allergenic reactions to specific types of oils. It is therefore important to know or be familiar with your own body chemistry first before trying experimenting with blending perfumes.
First, let's differentiate between the various types of perfumes. Basically, a perfume is a mixture of aromatic compounds and diluted in alcohol and water. The amounts of aromatic oils dissolve in a blend determine if it can be called a perfume or a cologne. Arranged from highest concentration of oils to lowest the sequence would be: perfume, eau de parfum, eau de toilette, eau de cologne and body splash.
When we say perfume, the blend of aromatic oils is from 25 to 40%. Eau du parfum, meanwhile, are 15-30% aromatics. Eau du Cologne has even lighter aromatic oil contents. This type of scent usually has around 5-15% aromatic compounds. Toilet water or sometimes referred to as body splash has only 3-5% aromatics. Body splash are ideally used after you take a bath or shower.
When you make your own perfume, you get to choose which solvent you would use to dilute the blend. Available at your disposal are either jojoba or alcohol. Both have distinct differences and benefits. Jojoba is great for perfume blends because it never turns rancid.
When you have created your own perfume blend, it is best that you use the perfume only on your pulse points. Anywhere more and you might overdo the scent. For diluting the blend the traditional way, you use grain alcohol or a high grade proof of vodka. Alcohol makes the blend more volatile. The problem with alcohol is that you have to let the perfume blend evolve. If you don't the scent will smell more like an alcohol rather than a perfume. Usual proportions of alcohol and perfume blend is about three or four ml of the blend combined with five or 10 drops of alcohol.
Making your own perfume should be fun. Don't delve too much on the technicality of blending perfumes. Explore and try to make combinations that are unheard off. You never know, the resulting blend might be perfect to your body chemistry.
Scents and fragrances react differently when applied to your body. Choosing one that fits you is like choosing the right color of dress or the right pair of shoes to wear. Perfumes cannot just be worn arbitrarily. The resulting scent might be catastrophic. That's why you need to experiment more when making your own perfume. Try various combinations of scents until you find the perfect one for you.
Green Peel- my prince charming..
There (during my apprentice days) while dusting shelves, folding towels, straightening books; a training manual for the GREEN PEEL® simply feel into my lap. Each turn of the pages left me longing for more…We all have heard the stories about love at first sight. Well, this was mine, my true love had arrived- the one I’ve been waiting for. Right from the beginning I knew this wasn’t going to be another series of dates leaving me burned, irritated, looking for the next; this was going to become the perfect long term relationship.
The one who rejuvenates you, gets under your skin and so much more. Soon all of your friends began to notice the changes. “Wow, you’re positively glowing and then it happens… you look younger” they say. Where did you …? How did you…? Can you help me..?
Wait there’s more; in 2007 my pumpkin turned into an airplane and off I flew to Essen, Germany with my fairy Godmother, Carrin Scott, to meet Dr. med. Christine Schrammek-Drusio.
You see…dreams really do come true.
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