I recently had the privilege to try some CoverBlend products out, thanks to my new friend, Michelle at The Neostrata Company. I quite enjoyed them and have integrated some into my personal routine. Exxuviance Skin Caring Foundation- This foundation is very light. I didn’t care for it because it felt slightly watery. But it would...
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Summer Time Beauty- Nashville Makeup Artist
I spent a day at the beach last weekend and while there, was watching all the bikini clad girls laying out on their towels, lathering on sunscreen every half hour or so. I was doing the same and occasionally stepping knee deep into the water. It was an absolutely perfect beach day, with a cool...
Mario Badescu Review- Nashville Makeup Artist
Ok, so this is the final review in the series. That was a lot of goodies to go through! Oil Free Moisturizer SPF 17- I like that it has an SPF. It feels light and goes under makeup well. Soaks into my skin with no residue. But this moisturizer has parabens in it, which is...
Mario Badescu Review- Nashville Makeup Artist
So what exactly is a toner? Toners are used to make sure all the makeup, oil and dirt on your face comes off that is left behind after cleansing. Kind of like an extra rinse cycle. It is important. Here is why: Gross. Don’t judge me. All this would have been left on my face...
Mario Badescu Review- Nashville Makeup Artist
Skin care is something I ask all my bridal clients about. It is so important to wash your face twice daily and moisturize at the bare minimum. But not everyone knows which skin care is right for them. After years of struggling with acne and dehydrated skin, I still haven’t found a perfect skin care...
Your ?’s- Nashville Makeup Artist
Katie asks: Oooo…. Amy Lynn! I need someone to show me how to do a really good sexy night/bar eye. Any ideas? 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...
Your ?’s- Nashville Makeup Artist
Zinah asks: My Asian, oily skin is melting beneath this humid, hot, TN weather! Recommendations on a GOOD face primer that will keep me from looking shiny and oily? Also, I need to get a very thin eye liner for the bottom of my eyes. Brands recommended? Any tips for eye make-up/ liner would be...
MAC Greasepaint Stick- Nashville Makeup Artist
Sounds gross, huh? Greasepaint is a thing of the past when it comes to makeup, but this stick has staying power, literally. I bought this product impulsively, as it is a limited MAC item, and got to use it this past weekend on a few bridesmaids. LOVE IT. Similar to a crayon, and in true...
Primer- Nashville Makeup Artist
Primers are made for various parts of the face, but one that makes huge difference is eye primer. Since the trend this spring is bright colors on the eyes and lips, a primer is a must to ensure a great hold and true saturation. We all know the feeling of buying a vibrant color at...
Skincare- Nashville Makeup Artist
Your makeup is only as good as your skin. Having a fantastic foundation will do great things for the overall look of your makeup. But if you have flaky dry skin, or large cystic acne, or a super shiny Tzone underneath, the foundation can only do so much. You only get one skin, so there...