I didn't even know what day it was....

due to my lack of sleep....confusion as to what day it was dropped on me like a 2 ton truck...
every night I've fallen asleep with lights still on and still in my clothes....that's what early morning call times will do to you...and late night shopping trips for the next morning.....
oh sweet production....I miss the whole crew of actors and production people...I made some great new friends...and I really miss not having to cook or clean up meals...Hot food served up at all appropriate meal times...and someone else cleans it all up! HEAVEN!

Here;s some pictures from all the fun to be had on set....shot near Squaw Valley, California... (the Olypics were held there many a year ago)....I miss everyone...and I miss running up and down the snowy mountains all day fom set to the trailer....and my snowmobile rides, and I miss all my new pals....here's me "pulling" a broken arrow out of Sandy Danto's chest (he does the best Chris Farley impersonation ever...he's really a stand-up comic-actor)..and everyone was yelling for me not to step on his Squibb (a bloody packet that explodes to look like a gun shot him)...ha ha ha

me and actress Monej Cruz....and Timothy V Murphy...one of the "bad guys"...he was the bad guy in National TReasure 2....I just that recently toome helping Special Effects Make-Up Master, Thom Suprenant, hook up the tubing and blood pump for the stabbing scenecowboy have to eat too...and wearing period piece sunglasses too!

I've gone over my allowed amount of photos...ha ha ha ha...i've make a sequel tomorrow!

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Make Over Your Makeup Bag at Sephora

Make over your makeup bag this spring…only at Sephora!

Spring has arrived…and so has spring beauty. Spring cleaning means out with the old, in with the new – new beauty that is! Get a fresh new look and give yourself a makeover with the hottest and the latest. From color palettes to skincare essentials, Sephora has it all. Stop by to have one of their friendly specialists give you a consultation that will have you springing towards the right direction.

I made a visit to my local Sephora recently and got some good stuff. Here are some other ideas to revive your look for less with the season’s freshest finds:

Sephora ColorPlay Palette ($22 a $120 value!) The color star of spring! Save big with an all-in-one ensemble featuring 36 shadows, 12 glosses, 3 blushes and 1 bronzer, spring beauty never looked so pretty.

Sephora PURE Palette ($36) – Get gorgeous…naturally! This green makeup palette features six eye-mazing shadows and a blush in a chic eco-friendly case.

Marc Jacobs Splash - Cucumber ($68) – Beauty-full scents are in full bloom! This crisp, cool fragrance of cucumber will leave you feeling clean and rejuvenated.

Korres Materia Herba Moisturizing Cream Oily to Combination Skin ($15) – Let your flawless skin flourish with this all-natural lightweight moisturizer that helps control oil while regulating skin hydration.

Urban Decay Pocket Rocket Lip Gloss ($19) – Turn heads, literally! This highly pigmented gloss releases pheromones with each application to enhance mood and attraction!

Josie Maran Earth Day Essentials Green-On-The-Go Kit ($48 a $98 value!) – Give your makeup a healthy jumpstart with this all-natural kit packed with a lip gloss, mascara, eyeliner, blush and organic argan oil for glowing skin!

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back in black.....or pink

today is the first day I've logged onto my computer in a week!!! oh sweet keyboard tapping....
I'll post some cool pictures from the set and some rad products that I have become quite smitten with.....
and i;ll be back like arnold.....

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When Worlds Collide...

I have an older sister. Growing up, I was the girly-girl younger one, and my older sister was more the tom boy. She has always been a huge fan of Star Wars, Star Trek, and almost all things Sci-Fi. Me? Yeah, not so much. I was forced to attend a Star Trek convention with my sister and saw all sorts of people dressed up like Klingons and other non-humans. It was bizarre. I appreciated the strangeness of it all even though I am not a fan.

Well, I saw this article from the Seattle Times and chuckled to myself. It looks like the world of Star Trek and the beauty world (the perfume world, specifically) have collided together. There must be a warp in the space-time continuum.

For your reading pleasure, I give you information about the upcoming Star Trek line of fine fragrances:

"Star Trek" fragrances boldly go where no cologne has gone before
By John Lendman, Chicago Tribune

The world of fragrance is about to boldly go where few have ventured before: the Trekosphere.

Hoping to profit from the May 8 release of J.J. Abrams' new Star Trek film, chronicling the beginnings of Captain James T. Kirk and the USS Enterprise, Maryland-based Genki Wear will release three Star Trek-themed scents on April 24.

John McGonigle, president of Genki, said the two men's colognes and one women's perfume will retail for about $30.

Soon, Trekkies will be able to channel their inner Starfleet commander — or inner William Shatner — with "Tiberius," based on Kirk's character. The scent which carries the tag line "Boldly Go," is described by Genki Wear as having a "warm vanilla, white musk and sandalwood" base.

For those living like the next workday could be their last, there's "Red Shirt." This cologne, with the tag line, "Because tomorrow may never come," is in honor of the unnamed Enterprise officers who don't typically survive past the TV show's first scene. It's described as having a "leather and gray musk" aroma.

But it's the "Pon Farr" perfume that may require a double take. That's right, it's for the ladies. Perhaps a great gift for mom for letting you crash in the basement for 50-some-odd years? Maybe not. It actually refers to the Vulcan mating ritual which occurs every seven years. So maybe this one's only for special occasions?

John Tenuto, merchandise editor of TrekMovie.com, the largest independent Star Trek news site, said fans have responded positively to the fragrances.

But some Trekkies still have doubts.

"I predict incredibly stinky Trek conventions in the near future," one online comment said.

Others simply made fun of the idea: "No Worf scent? You know, peaty, with a hint of lilac."

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White Fairy

This weekend's look is a little change from the more colourful looks of the past weeks, but today I felt more like doing something light, fairy-like in more neutral colours like beige, white and silver, with the focus being on the half-lashes. I did my entire lid in Vanilla and then added just a touch of Quarry to contour my crease. Then I lined my eyes with the white kohl, winging them out several times and adding a little pearl with lash glue at the end of each wing. Then I lined my inner corners with Platinum pigment and drew a little flower with the kohl and Silver Fog pigment, and a rhinestone in the middle. I did a very thin line with my Manhattan liner and glued the lashes onto the outer thirds of my eyes:











Product List
Face: p2 perfect Face, MAC SFF NC15, MAC Studio Finish NC15, Palgantong theatrical powder, Jane Blushing Orchid
Eyes: p2 perfect Eyes, MAC Vanilla, MAC Quarry, Maybelline Expression kohl in white, MAC Silver Fog, MAC Platinum, Manhattan JT, CG Lash Blast, rhinestones and falsies by Misslyn
Lips: MAC Cutester l/s

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Stimulating the Economy

Maybe it's the bad economy, maybe I've been in a funk....whatever, but I haven't been shopping as much as normal. Now, that is not a bad thing, but I realized that I hadn't taken a trip to Sephora in quite some time.

Well, this weekend I made my first visit to Sephora this year and spent lots of time (and money) wandering around, checking out all the lovely goodies. I'm sure I'll be blogging about some of these things later, but here's what spent my money on this weekend:

• Benefit's Girls Night In Kit: a fun zipper bag containing a lipstick, two cream eye shadows, a makeup brush, and cute mannequin magnets, $48.
• Dior Iconic Look Diva to Go Kit: this comes with a nice case, a tube of mascara, and a small-sized high shine lipstick, $27.
• Cargo blu-ray High Definition Lip Gloss: this has something called "Timestrip" technology that I'll be telling you about soon, $24.
• Clean Shower Fresh: a rollerball of perfume to go, $22.
• Sephora Brand Slim Pink Atomizer: what I originally came in for! Add your favorite perfume and viola, you have an instant travel-size of your favorite scent, $10.
• Fekkai Dry Shampoo: since I spent so much money, I got a free trial of this product. I've been dying to try it for ages now, and I've mentioned it a few times on my site...now I get my chance without spending any money. Nice!

Like I said, I'm going to blog these items in no time. I forgot how fun it can be to get a black and white Sephora bag filled with new goodies to try out!

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Britney Spears Hairstyles in 2008

Britney Spears Hairstyles in 2008

You will find a huge range in Britney Spears hairstyles, Britney Spears has worn all types of different hairstyles that suited not just her facial features but were done according to the events she was visiting to.

Britney Spears hairstyles are all blonde because it was very less numbers of times that the star went on the change the hair color. You will find all Britney Spears hairstyles suiting and enhancing her facial features so she looks great in all these hairstyles. For a formal Britney Spears hairstyle you will find straight styled hair and very simply done.

Britney Spears hairstyles are also best suited for medium and long length hair. You can check out some of the hairstyles that have layering. Whether it is the heavy layering or minimal layering, all Britney Spears hairstyles aim at achieving perfect result, these hairstyles enhance her facial features. You can also check out Britney Spears short cropped hairstyle which is cute and sexy and you will not require much time maintaining it.

Britney Spears Hairstyles in 2008

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Kate Beckinsale Hairstyle

Kate Beckinsale Hairstyle

Kate Bailey Beckinsale, 35, born London, is a beautiful actress with atypical long face, lovely facial features, British culture and style and glamorous hair. Kate Beckinsale got her first Hollywood breakthrough in a 2001 commercial successful film 'pearl Harbor' after Charlize Theron turned down the lead role. Kate' subsequent appearances in Hollywood films have established her image as a vampire. Kate Beckinsale is married to Len Wiseman, a successful film director.




Kate Beckinsale hails from that breed of celebrities who are well-known for their fabulous long hairstyles, most notable being Jennifer Aniston, Nicole Kidman, Beyonce, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Julia Roberts. In fact, these celebrities have helped the wig sellers and hair extension sellers to a great extent, as they are the leaders in setting the latest hairstyles trends. Kate Beckinsale can also be frequently seen sporting long formal hair with subtle highlights, shoulder-length hair with bangs, disheveled chignon, sleek and sexy ponytail and messy loose updo.

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LFW 2009 Day 1 Make-up Trends [Abdul Halder and Asmita Marwa]

Abdul Halder

Asmita Marwa

Abdul and Asmita's make up trends were kept nude and very neutral keeping the eyes in focus. The eyes were a subtle smoky with big lashes and flawless, matte skin. The cheeks were a shimmery coral peach. The lips were left a neutral matte, milky nude.

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LFW 2009 Day 1 Make-up Trends [Lina Tipnis and Archana Kocchar]

Lina Tipnis

Archana Kocchar

The make-up trends for Lina Tipnis and Archana Kocchar were matte, porcelain skin teamed with a strong brow, neutral beige and brown eyes and orange-red lips. The cheeks were a peachy-bronze.

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LFW 2009 Day 1 Make-up Trends [Barbie All Doll'd Up]

The Barbie Doll'd Up show was all about pastel pink make-up which is the epitome of Barbie. To get Katrina's Barbie look try the Barbie Loves Stila Paint Can - 2000 Jewel Doll. Use the pink shimmer shadow on the lid, contour it with the brown shade, and to finish off apply the tan eye shadow on the brow bone to highlight. To complete the eyes apply Stila Multi-effect Mascara in Black to the lashes for a false eyelash effect. Apply Stila Lip Glaze in Jewel to finish off.

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WLIFW Backstage Beauty 2009: Raghavendra Rathore

Martina Luisetti's interpretation for Mickey Contractor's key look

To read my thoughts on the look, click here

Martina's initial thoughts on the look:

For Raghu's show the girls were indeed made to look like china dolls. There was definitely a winged liner extremely intensified with black eyeshadow, fake eyelashes in #7 and tons of mascara. It was a super clean effect, a tiny black line on the lash line at the bottom of the eye to get this.

The Viva Glam Lipsticks were heavily used because not only did they suit the look, but they also help raise money for the AIDS fund, which contributes in two of the biggest fundings to AIDS Project Los Angeles (APLA), India and International Center for Research on Women, India.

On to the look:

Martina started the look by applying Strobe Cream mixed with Studio Fix Fluid Foundation. She then applied Blacktrack Fluidline, blended that up with Carbon Eyeshadow. Carbon was also applied in a thin line that was then blended out into the eyebrows for a clean editorial feel. She finished the eyes off with Zoomblack Mascara on the top and bottom lashes with #7 Lashes on the top. A thin line of Blacktrack Fluidline was applied along the lower lid of the eyes just for definition, again very clean. The were lips outlined with Plum Lip Pencil, Viva Glam III to contour them, a touch of Viva Glam II to highlight the center and Viva Glam I with a fluffy brush to bring it all together, very lightly.

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WLIFW Backstage Beauty 2009: Nitin Bal Chauhan & Samant Chauhan

Martina Luisetti's interpretation for Mickey Contractor's key looks

To read my take on Nitin's look click here, and for Samant's click here.
Martina started off by applying Strobe Cream as a base and Studio Fix Fluid gently dusted on top for the skin. Folie Eyeshadow and Saddle on top lid with Blacktrack Fluidline inside the top waterline. #7 Lashes and Zoomblack Mascara. Madcap Lipglass on lips and Minerlize Skinfinish/Natural Deep Dark on the cheeks finished the look.

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Make-up Trend: Nude, Modern Lips

Noticeable nude lip liner has made a comeback from the 80's, thanks to the recent Harper's Bazaar shoot where Deepika Padukone gives it a pretty look. She gave her pout a modern touch that adds dimension and elegance to her overall nude look.

Opt for skin-toned liner when you're going for nude, shiny lips—it can easily blend into the rest of your face. Keep the look modern by avoiding that pointy V at the top of the lip line.

Rec: L'Oreal Colour Riche Lip Liner in Nudes for Life

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Reese Witherspoon Long Straight Hairstyle

Laura Jeanne Reese Witherspoon ,better known as Reese Witherspoon, is an American actress and film producer, who has established herself as a one of Hollywood's top actresses in recent years. In 1998 she appeared in three major movies: Overnight Delivery, Pleasantville, and Twilight. The following year, Witherspoon appeared in the critically acclaimed Election, which earned her a Golden Globe nomination. 2001 marked her career's turning point with the breakout role as Elle Woods in the box office hit Legally Blonde, and in 2002 she starred in Sweet Home Alabama, which became her biggest commercial film success to date. 2003 saw her return as lead actress and executive producer of Legally Blonde 2. In 2005, Witherspoon received worldwide attention and praise for her portrayal of June Carter Cash in Walk the Line, which earned her an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, a BAFTA, and a Screen Actors Guild Award for Best Actress.

Reese Witherspoon Long Straight Hairstyle

Long, Lash tickling bangs add a sexy twist to soft, blonde hair color. Her hair is styled straight and with a sleek, shiny surface and bangs are tugged down to just skim the eyes for a flirty finish.
Reese Witherspoon Long Hairstyle
Reese Witherspoon Straight Hairstyle
celebrity Reese Witherspoon Long Straight Hairstyle

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WLIFW Backstage Beauty 2009: Kavita Bhartia

Martina Luisetti's creation for Vimi Joshi

Read my take on Kavita's show here. Martina Luisetti shared her look that she did for Kavita Bhartia. She used Smolder Eye Kohl on the eyes blended into the socket and Bluebrown Pigment dusted on the eyelid and Blacktrack Fluidline along the lash line. Spice Lip Pencil and Revealing Lipglass on the lips. Studio Sculpt Foundation on the skin.

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Beauty Product of the Week: Tone Enhancing Ribbons

What is it? Olay's Body Wash Plus Tone Enhancing Ribbons "is the only body wash with an actual ribbon of mineral shimmer. It helps transform skin to the rich, lustrous tone it deserves. It contains tiny interference pigments which help to diffuse light, giving skin the appearance of a more even, radiant sheen. The cleansing ribbon and moisturizing mineral ribbon interact to provide a luxurious shower experience that results in hydrated skin and a beautiful, soft sheen without sacrificing lather." Available wherever Olay products are sold for $3.99 to $5.99, depending on size.

What did you think? I usually use soap in the shower. Yes, I know...it does make my skin dry, but I'm all about convenience. That said, I've been using Olay's Tone Enhancing Ribbons body wash for a few weeks now and my skin does feel much softer. The lather is comforting and scented with a slightly vanilla perfume. It makes me feel both clean and my skin nourished. With soap, I always feel clean but over-scrubbed! Once dried off, my skin has a subtle shimmer from the body wash without having that tacky glittered look. And my skin maintains a softness and pleasant scent out of the shower.

Final verdict? Overall, this is a very nice product, especially if you are a fan of body wash. If only I could use a body wash without having to get a shower puff, I'd be all set. Still, this body wash does everything it says it will: it makes my skin feel good and look good thanks to the subtle shimmer it provides.

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WLIFW Backstage Beauty 2009: JJ Valaya

This look was an interpretation of Vimi Joshi's look done by Martina Luisetti

Earlier I blogged about the trends at J J Valaya's show here. Martina Luisetti was kind enough to share her make-up breakdown of the look with me. The products used here are: Studio Sculpt Foundation (though on this look I used Studio Fix Fluid mixed with Strobe Cream) Mineralize Skinfinish Natural Powder to set and to contour the cheeks. The lips were concealed and Blackberry Eyeshadow to give some color and for a matte finish. On the eyes we used Smolder Eye Kohl to blend and Deep Truth Eye Shadow dusted on top of it. Carbon Eye Shadow to intensify and Zoom Black Mascara on the lashes. Brows were intensified done with Dark Edge and Typographic Eyeshadow.

Text and picture courtesy: Martina Luisetti for M.A.C Cosmetics

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WLIFW Backstage Beauty 2009: Hi5 Fashion Show [Jenjum & Jasleen, Jyotee Khaitan, Pallavi Mohan, Ritesh Kumar, Yuvraj Siddharth, Nagpal]

Make-up breakdown by Martina Luisetti for M.A.C Cosmetics.

The skin was Studio Sculpt Foundation and Prep and Prime Finishing Powder, smokey eyes with Smolder blended on lid and Carbon and new Cinderfella eyeshadow layered on top. The cheeks were Cantaloupe or Pink Swoon The lips were lined with Spice Lip Pencil and Roman Holiday Lipglass

Text and picture courtesy: Martina Luisetti for M.A.C Cosmetics

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Back to the Sea

Another marine look, to keep in with this week's (unintentional) sea theme :)... The main colour in this look is "Back to the Sea" by Archetype Cosmetics, a stunning teal/mint colour with a very complex gold interference. The shape I used in this look is a variation of this look, but this time, I decided to cut the crease only along the outer half of my eyes, instead of all the way past the inner corners. I then used Fyrinnae Sweet & Sour (matte medium dusky purple) and MAC Carbon in the crease and blended upwards, highlighting with MAC Vanilla. The lashes are by essence and have tiny glitter flecks on them - I would actually prefer them without the glitter (for once), but the shape fits my eye so perfectly that they are my favourites to wear!







Product List
p2 perfect Eyes base, Archetype Back to the Sea, MAC Carbon, Fyrinnae Sweet & Sour, MAC Vanilla, Maybelline Expression kohl in black, essence Glamour lashes, CG Lash Blast

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