How many times have you seen the publicity photos for a new collection by a cosmetics company or seen a fab look on a runway and wanted THAT EXACT look but weren't sure what products were used and how they applied? Happens to me all the time and I'm a pro MUA!! Lol... I end up staring at the photo and staring at the products trying to figure out what was used and how it was applied.  Well, thanks to Smashbox Cosmetics "how-to" guides on their website, how and what they used to get the striking … [Read more...]

The holiday season is all about giving. Giving however doesn't always have to be in the form of a Tiffany's box or a Neiman Marcus Gift Card (although I would graciously accept both...lol). It can be in the form of love, heartfelt wishes or...beauty tips!! Yes, my gift to you is a few beauty tips I have picked up over the years. Now, these aren't your typical tips and hints that you might find in a beauty manual, they are a bit odd, but they are effective I assure you. 1) For a unexpected … [Read more...]

As a makeup artist and proud member of the "Glamarazzi," I normally write about the hottest trends, must-have products or am usually dishing out beauty advice. And I love doing it. There is something else I love doing...making people laugh. So today I will combine my two joys. I will introduce you to YouTube makeup tutorial sensation Baby "Chola Girl" Smiley and you will laugh...and laugh...and laugh. Baby quickly gained notoriety and internet fame with her "Chola Makeovers."  The first time … [Read more...]

Harlem, New York born and bred socialite, singer, rapper, choreographer and dancer Teyana Taylor has developed a line of lip glosses called "Dope Lips" due in stores in early 2010. I was able to get my hands on some of the photos from the "Dope Lips" photo shoot. She has a great look and I'm really feeling the nude and pink shades in the photos. I will keep you updated with a release date and places of purchase. You can check the "Dope Lips" website for info as well. A statement from … [Read more...]

Uber Makeup Artist to the stars and creator of cult fave "Body Bling" Scott Barnes is releasing his highly anticipated book "About Face" just in time for the holidays. Jennifer Lopez, Barnes's longtime client/friend/muse, graces the cover of  "About Face" and Kim Kardashian makes an appearance as well. Scott, who originally went to NYC's prestigious Parson's School Of Design to fulfill his dream of being an artist, has long been one of Hollywood's most sought after MUAs. Photographer and … [Read more...]