Tarte- Beauty products that pack a punch, but are still green, safe & healthy. Available online or at Sephora, you won’t be disappointment in their performance for your everyday makeup. Intro product: LipSurgence

Urban Decay- Makeup with spunk. UD has some unique items that will open new doors for your morning routine. Also available online or at Sephora, they are high pigment colors with pizzaz and products that address everyday issues such as eyecolor creasing. Intro product: The Naked Palette. A palette so fantastic, I’m devoting an entire blog post to it next week.

Dior- When you think luxury, you think Dior. These products are amazing quality and prefect for the girl who wants a couture look, even when she’s just going grocery shopping. Found online, at Sephora, or at department stores, this is a brand that oozes lavishness and boasts products that merge beauty and fashion. Intro product: DiorShow mascara

So step out of the Maybelline box ladies and start exploring other lines that may have your next all time fav waiting for you!

Lip balm- Everyone needs several lip balms. One will either get lost, melt in the car, or run through the washing machine. If you only own one, you are left without protection for your pretty pucker. And with this cold, protection is mandatory. So multiple lip balms are great to stash various places. I love Burt’s Bees Lip Balm. It’s simple, slightly minty, and keeps lips soft. Another favorite is Rosebud Salve in minted rose. A little glossy, with a fresh scent.

Mascara- Considering you switch out mascara every three months, you really can never have a big enough stock. And this year, Sephora has come up with a brilliant gift set to allow for trying several mascaras in 2012. The Sephora Lashstash includes TEN mascaras from various lines so that lovely lady can try them all and pick a favorite!

Glam Sessions- I saved the best for last. Everyone needs a cosmetic revamp now and then. Glam Sessions are one-on-one makeup lessons to teach you how to create the look you’re seeking. We begin a Glam Session by examining the cosmetics you already have and determining if they are the best fit for your needs. We then discuss adding new products that will benefit your personal kit. I teach you step by step how to apply cosmetics in the way best suited for you to achieve your own unique look. You leave your Glam Session with a customized face chart, a cosmetics shopping list, and a new sense of confidence! Time: 1-1.5 hours. Gift certificates are available!

Here are some images from Glam Sessions past. Each person had different makeup goals and each left with a clear understanding of how to achieve them.

To book one for that hard to buy for lady, or for yourself, email info@amylynnlarwig.com or call 615-210-2861.

Happy Holidays Friends!

1- Sunscreen. Duh. I use Alba Fragrance Free sunblock. It’s a natural product sure to keep the sun’s harmful rays at bay, without the worry of harsh chemicals. 

2- ELF waterproof mascara. It’s pretty rare that we need waterproof mascara. But the beach is one of those times when it’s mandatory. Just don’t worry about spending a ton of money on it, since after your vacay you’ll probably chuck it anyway. You just need enough to coat your lashes, without looking overly glammed. 

3- Make Up For Ever Aqua Cream. This eye color is ideal for those beachy nights, sitting on a restaurant deck with a cocktail. It gives you a bit of waterproof shimmery color that is virtually unmovable. I like #13 Warm Beige for day time and #2 Steel for night. 

4- Cheek color is totally optional on the beach. Your skin should have a natural flush, so for some it may be overkill. But for others who can’t live without something gracing their apples, try Tarte Matte Waterproof Mineral Powder Bronzer. It gives a sunshiney glow, without the chunky sparkles found in many other bronzers. And, it’s waterproof! 

5- Josie Maran Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain. A pop of color that doesn’t budge. Just make sure there is no dry skin on your lips before applying. 

6- Beach hat and towel. I make sure to wear my big floppy hat to protect my face, and to look super cute. An extra hand towel is also handy to cover my face when I’m lying down and the hat is too large for comfort.

7- Kevin Murphy Hair Resort. Looking for perfect beach hair? This is it. Just scrunch it in when your hair is damp and viola! instant waves and a strong hold. No stringy mess here. And no need  for hot tools. It also comes in a spray. 

8- Extra ponytail holders. When a big wave sends you tumbling, you don’t want to be left with your hair all over the place. Bring some extra holders for a quick side braid when the water gets rough. 

9- I really believe in letting your skin breathe when you are out on the beach with no foundations or powders. But if you do have a pesky zit pop up that absolutely cannot be seen in public, Makeup Forever Full Cover is a waterproof concealer that will hide that baby all day. Ideally though, you’ll let the clean air and salt water use its healing properties on your skin instead of trying to cover it up. 

10- Water. Please stay hydrated! Heat stroke = not cute. So no matter how glamorous you look, the minute you get over heated, so amount of makeup will bring you back. So drink up!

I plan to return refreshed and full of sunshine! See you next week!

1- Make sure your foundation still matches. A white winter face on a tan body is not cute. You could also switch to a tinted moisturizer to cut back on the heaviness and let that pretty skin show through. Try Laura Mercier’s oil free tinted moisturizer.

2- Work with products that blend into the skin. As you sweat, you don’t want loose powders sliding down your face. Creams tend to have a second skin look and hold a lot more solidly. Makeup Forever’s HD blush is phenomenal. Try Mandarin or Coral for a fresh cheek. For eyes, use Aqua Cream by Makeup Forever for a long lasting, waterproof pop of color.

3- Use a good exfoliator to get all the winter time gunk off. I love Origins Modern Friction.

4- SPF!!!!! Protect that pretty skin EVERY time you are out in the sun. No excuses! Try Kiss My Face Face Factor.

Enjoy the summer!

Thank you Mod Media for the video love!

Thanks to Nashville video production company, Mod Media for shooting our Two Minute Tutorials!

Big thanks to Nashville video production co, Mod Media for the video magic!

ALL answers: Lots of ideas! Change up the usual smokey eye by doing a colored smokey eye. Try using purple or navy instead of the boring old black and grey. Or use some fun glitter liners to add a little sparkle to that eye. Try Too Faced Liquid Shimmer Eyeliner or Urban Decay‘s Glitter Liner. Look to Sephora’s website for great how-to looks. Although, some of the ideas may need to be tuned down for practical wear. And one of the funnest ways to add some OOMPH! to your eyes when you’re going out, LASHES! Try some funky strip lashes from Sally’s. Beer goggles never looked this good.

After showing Becky what to do on her left eye, she practiced by repeating it on her right eye.