Plastic Surgery With Make-Up Series: getting rid of dark cirlces & slimming the nose

Hi everyone...

this is gonna be a fun series....how to re-shape and highlight all the features on your face, they you may not be madly in love with....example: me and my nose....ha ha ha ha

SIDE NOTE: I'm gonna be posting all the info on getting into the GLAMINAR!!! later tonight or first thing in the morning...make sure you check soon, it'll have to be first come- first serve...due to all the awesome people that want to come!!!! I can't wait!!!!

here's the first video....on slenderizing the nose:

I used a flat artist brush, no wider than my little finger....

I used a shade 5-6 shades darker than my actual skin tone....

I used the dark color from my RCMA palette (you can get them at www.naimies.com, or google RCMA...they are around $60...I used the KO palette, I also have the SHINTO palette)

you can use the concealer sticks from MAC too.....they are easy to take with you if you are traveling....

off we go to nose-adjusting town.....

now I'm gonna show you how we're gonna brighten and erase all those un-loved, DARK CIRCLES, UNDER EYE RINGS & BAGS......and say hello to beautiful bright and lifted looking eyes!!!!

same thing...I used the RCMA palette....or you can use the LAURA MERCIER SECRET CAMO concealer duo's.....or any light concealer ..and then a warmer goldy color.... and a good powder to seal it all in with...so it doesn't felt off.....

now let's go to  "No-Under-Eye-Circle-City"....

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Beauty Feature: Mascara's Battle It Out Round 5!

Back in October of 2008, Makeup Junkie tested and reviewed 10 must-have mascaras and we had a blast doing it! We've gone and tested more mascaras just in time for the hot, sweaty, summer season. If you've been searching for the perfect mascara and don't want to dish out a lot of money to do it, read on because we've got you covered! (Results may vary and can perform differently on everyone.)

Mascara: Stila Convertible Mascara
Rating: 9.5 winks
Price: $22 USD
Special Feature: Innovative polymer formula encases each lash with smudge-proof, water-resistant tubes. Double-ended brush: large brush volumizes and defines while thinner brush defines the lower and harder-to-reach lashes.
Smudge-factor: none!!
Clump-factor: none
Lengthening: yes
Volume: Definitely
Wand: Medium and thin brush
For: Gals who want everything out of a mascara with extra definition.
Overall: I've never tried any mascaras from Stila and was pleasantly surprised that this mascara performed so amazingly! You get it all plus it's one of the few mascaras that didn't smudge or smear after a long day at work. I would have given it a perfect 10, but washing the "mascara tubes" can get a little messy. Expect to invest an extra 5 minutes cleaning the tubes off.

Mascara: Dior Diorshow Waterproof Mascara
Rating: 6.5 winks
Price: $24 USD
Special Feature: Waterproof version of the cult classic, Dior Diorshow Mascara. Big fat wand for big fat lashes.
Smudge-factor: yes, very smudgy - boo!
Clump-factor: none
Lengthening: yes
Volume: extreme
Wand: Big fat brush
For: Gals who want big volume, dramatic lashes, and don't normally smudge.
Overall: I was sadly disappointed in this must-have cult fave. Big voluminous lashes - check. Smudgy-smeared mess - check! I figured the water-proof version would not smudge but I couldn't be anymore wrong. I really loved how dramatically long and full my lashes looked but hated the smeary mess it made throughout the day. I found the big fat brush quickly coated my lashes but it was hard not to get the mascara all over my lids. The icing on the cake - the high price tag. All in all, gals who don't have a problem with smearing will love the big faux lash effect but you can probably get the same effect for cheaper.

Mascara: Flirt! Lash-A-Delic in Groovy Blue
Rating: 8 winks
Price: $14 USD
Special Feature: Buildable colour and definition.
Smudge-factor: no
Clump-factor: none
Lengthening: yes
Volume: natural volume but buildable
Wand: medium wand
For: Gals who want electric colour and fun, bold lashes.
Overall: Love! Adding a bright colour on the lashes adds an element of surprise. It's unexpected and gives a fun twist on your everyday makeup. Groovy Blue is bold but really makes brown eyes pop! If wearing blue on its own is too bright for you, swipe this over your favourite black mascara to tone down the blue. You'll love the volume, lift, and definition this mascara gives you - and not to mention the hot pink packaging! Also available in Boogie Brown and Mod Black.

Mascara: Benefit BADgal Waterproof Mascara
Rating: 6.5 winks
Price: $19 USD
Special Feature: Waterproof version of the best-selling original, BADgal Mascara. Waterproof and smudge-proof formula that gives you the same voluminous effect as the original.
Smudge-factor: yes!
Clump-factor: none
Lengthening: yes
Volume: yes
Wand: medium wand not like the original fat brush
For: Gals who want lushes lashes while singin' in the rain. Good for those who don't have a problem with smudging.
Overall: Another mascara I had high hopes for. I definitely preferred this brush over the original one because it was easier to coat each lash without the mess. I also liked the lift and volume it gave. I did NOT like the smeary mess it made. It's not fun walking around thinking you look great only to discover hours later that you have mascara smeared all over your bottom lash line. I guess I'm just not one of the lucky ones who don't have smudging issues!


Mascara: CARGO blu_ray Mascara
Rating: 7 winks
Price: $20 USD
Special Feature: Comb-like brush allows for extra definition and a natural finish. Made for high-definition film.
Smudge-factor: a little
Clump-factor: none
Lengthening: yes
Volume: natural but buildable
Wand: comb-like wand
For: Gals who want extra definition and natural volume.
Overall: You can expect good lift and no clumping with this mascara. The comb-like brush also allows you to get right to the root and those hard-to-reach lashes. If you like a natural finish then this mascara is great, but if you want more volume you can add a few more coats. But if volume is what you want then just go with a volumizing mascara. The mascara smeared a little but surprisingly not as bad as the waterproof brands. While it gave good lift on first application, my lashes did start to droop throughout the day. Bottom line, for those who have naturally voluminous lashes and just want a natural finish and extra definition, then this mascara gets the job done.

Mascara: Anastasia Lash Lifting Mascara
Rating: 7.5 winks
Price: $22 USD
Special Feature: A multi-effect volume mascara that is formulated with hard waxes and synthetic polymers. Creamy formula conditions lashes.
Smudge-factor: a little
Clump-factor: none
Lengthening: yes
Volume: yes
Wand: medium wand
For: Gals who love volume and want to reapply without the clumps.
Overall: I am a huge fan of Anastasia's brow line and was excited to try this mascara. The mascara gave instant volume and lift from the first swipe. I was able to reapply more mascara for extra volume without clumping. It smeared just a bit on the outer corner but nothing too noticeable. All in all, it's a good mascara but you can probably get the same results with a cheaper brand.


Mascara: CoverGirl LashBlast Luxe Mascara
Rating: 7 winks
Price: $8.99 CDN
Special Feature: Blackest-black formula, now tinted with luxe shimmers. Giant luxe brush helps blast lashes to their biggest, boldest and most beautifully shimmering.
Smudge-factor: a little
Clump-factor: none
Lengthening: yes
Volume: yes
Wand: fat wand
For: Gals who loved the original LashBlast mascara but want to give their eyes more attention with some shimma'.
Overall: I'm a huge fan of the original LashBlast waterproof formula, however, while it gives you the same big volume, I found the shimmer really subtle. What's the point of a shimmer mascara if you can barely see it? I applied a few more coats and was able to see it shimmer in the right light. It's kind of gimmicky but fun for perking up those lashes for a night time event.

Mascara: Maybelline Lash Stiletto
Rating: 6.5 winks
Price: $9.29 CDN
Special Feature: Elastic formula stretches lashes up to 70% visibly longer in one step. Pro Vitamin B-5 and silk protein strengthen and condition for hi-gloss black-patent shine.
Smudge-factor: a lot
Clump-factor: none
Lengthening: yes
Volume: yes
Wand: wand is tapered at the end
For: Gals who want sky-high length and glossy shine.
Overall: This mascara gave good lift and length but nothing extreme compared to other lengthening mascaras. I found the length of my lashes to look the exact same compared to that of a volumizing mascara. I did like the wet glossy finish it gave my lashes but hated how much it smeared and smudged. The tapered brush made coating each lash really easy but overall didn't win me over.

Mascara: Kiehl's Marvelous Mineral Mascara
Rating: 7.5 winks
Price: $16.50 USD
Special Feature: Mineral pigments add natura rich colour. Anacia Senegal thickens for length and volume.
Smudge-factor: none
Clump-factor: none
Lengthening: natural
Volume: natural
Wand: medium
For: Gals who are looking for something all natural for the lashes in every way - natural finish and natural ingredients.
Overall: I like the natural ingredient factor, however, the finish was too natural for my almost non-existent lashes. This is great for the "no-makeup-makeup-look" when going to the gym when you just want a little definition. The volume is buildable but it took several coats before I was satisfied with the volume. At least there are no clumps! Amazingly, it did not smudge. Not sure if that has anything to do with the mineral pigment possibly working like a stain on the lashes.

Mascara: Lise Watier 24 Hrs Glam Mascara
Rating: 4.5 winks
Price: $20 CDN
Special Feature: Elastic polymer formula and Flexi-QueenTM brush surrounds each lash with 3D waterproof film for 24 hour glamourous look. Waterproof and resists sweat, humidity and tears.
Smudge-factor: none but it did flake
Clump-factor: very clumpy
Lengthening: yes
Volume: yes
Wand: medium
For: Gals who want glamourous volume all day and all night.
Overall: Do not attempt a 2nd coat if you want to avoid a clumpy, spidery-mess. It's no joke when they say it's elastic. When I applied a 2nd coat the elastic fibers stuck to each other. It was like stringy cheese! It would also pull some of the first coat off which was very annoying. When I attempted to comb the clumps out, I ended up taking the mascara off instead and had to reapply in some areas. There was no smudging but the mascara did flake a lot. While the lift and volume lasted all day, my lashes looked like a mess.

To view previous mascara reviews click Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 and Round 4!

What's #1 on your mascara list? Have you tried any of these? Makeup Junkie wants to know!

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Seashells

The inspiration for this look came from the masses of beautiful seashells that I brought home from my vacation, and although I myself am not too particularly happy with how it came out, I'll stillpost it because I have left the blog deserted for so long :P.... Bear with me, I'm out of practice because I haven't been doing much make up for the past 3 weeks!

I used Gesso all over the lid, then lined with Prestige eyeliner pencil in magenta, winging the line out at the end a little higher than my lashline (I should have gone higher though) and blending upwards with MAC Sushi Flower. Then I wetted a small eyeliner brush, dipped it into MAC Platinum pigment and drew a line along my crease, with several "lashes" pointing upwards, and the same on the lower lid. I added white kohl to my waterline and glued on some Salon Perfect Lashes and a real seashell in matching colours.






Product List
MAC Bare Canvas, MAC Gesso, MAC Sushi Flower, Prestige Eyeliner Pencil in Diva, MAC Platinum, Salon Perfect Lashes, Maybelline Expression kohl in white, CG Lash Blast Luxe in Black Cabernet

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Make-Up Glaminars (classes)

Definition of a GLAMINAR: 

the most fun, information packed, glamour intensive class

by none other than yours truly.......Kandee!

Debuting at the same time as the IMATS in Pasadena...

if you're in town....see if there's still room!

spaces are very limited due to the high volume of people reserving their spots in the class

PLEASE leave a comment below with your contact info to reserve your space!

PREMIER CLASS:

June 19th

6-9pm

Downtown Los Angeles

(possibly additional classes saturday & sunday morning)

This glam-packed class, is going to be a mega-intensive that will cover everything you need to know to set your make-up career on fire....and surpasss other make-up artists....

You will get:

* A gift bag of treasures....hand picked by me...with some of my favorite tools and make-up!

*You'll get a detailed shopping list of everything you need in your make-up kit to get started.

* A list of all the "top secret" supply houses and there pro-only, products.

*A list of all the cosmetic companies that will give you a make-up artist discount and what you need to apply.

*Face Charts

*You can bring a notebook to write or sketch anything down.

*Everything you need to know to start making money as a  make-up artist, asap!

here's more........l

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Stila Indian Summer Collection

Get the Look
Eyes: Charmed Palette; Eye Liner: 24kt Smudge Pot; Lips: 24kt Luxe Lipgloss; Face: 24kt Loose Mineral Powder

Back in March, I blogged about Stila's Indian Summer Collection, this gorgeous collection is now up for purchase.

I have my eye on the Charming Eye Shadow Palette, Mango Crush Lip & Cheek Stain and the Golden Noir Smudge Pot.

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Angelina Jolie Medium Length Layered Haircuts

Angelina Jolie is often associated with being one of the top beautiful women in Hollywood, and beauty and style seem to go hand in hand for this talented actress.Checkout the stunning long flowing brunette hairstyle of Angelina Jolie in the photos below.

Angelina Jolie Medium Length Layered Haircuts

Angelina Jolie Medium Length Layered Haircuts

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Total Beauty Beauty Bubbles

Quiz: Is Your Eye Cream a Rip-Off?

Pinpoint the right ingredients for dark circles, puffiness and wrinkles

Whether you're ready to dump your current eye treatment or still testing the water, take this quiz to find out what product will work best for your eye issues. Take the quiz

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Beauty Product of the Week: Glycolactic Skin Renewal Peel Mask

What is it? REN's Glycolactic Skin Renewal Peel Mask is "a peel mask made with 100% natural fruit acids. This gentle but potent peel mask is formulated to dramatically remove dead cells, smooth lines, and help prevent the appearance of spots and blackheads. Formulated WITHOUT Parabens, Sulfates, Synthetic Fragrances, Synthetic Dyes, Petro-Chemicals, or Phthalates, this peel contains natural AHA from fruits, and does not irritate the skin like its synthetic counterparts" Available from Sephora (and has been awarded Sephora's Natural Seal) for $55.

What did you think? You know I'm budget minded, so I always worry that when I try out a pricier item, I'll get hooked. And damn if that wasn't the case with this product! I used to be really diligent about giving myself a facial once or twice a week. I'd pull out one of my many masks or use an at-home microderm kit. In the past few months, I've fallen out of the habit of doing this. When I got this mask, I made a point to use it regularly. I've been using it at least once a week for about a month now, and I'm so glad I'm back in my facial habit.

The mask has an orange tint to it and smells like it's just packed with vitamins. The scent is fresh, somewhat citrus-y, and pleasant (in my opinion!). It feels cool and nurturing when it goes on, but what I really like is that it tingles a little when it's on. The mask stays on for about 10 minutes and then you just wash it away with some warm water. No need to pull it off like messy peel off mask, and there's none of that hard drying you get with mud.

My face feels thoroughly cleansed with this product. My skin is soft, supple, and looks refreshed. I don't feel like my skin's been stripped of its oils or anything like that. I feel dewy and clean after using the mask.

The final verdict? I hate recommending pricey items, but I really like this mask. The only thing I might change would be for REN to give you more mask for the same price, because even though one squirt of product is typically enough, I could see going through this very quickly.

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Megan Fox Hairstyles

Megan Fox Hairstyles, Always Good Looking

As a beautiful celebrity, Megan Fox has been turning heads not only for her talent, but her fabulous hairstyles that gracefully frame her face. Recently, she has let her chin-length bob haircut grow long enough to just graze her shoulders. Of all of the raven-haired beauties in Hollywood, both Megan Fox and Angelina Jolie have proven that dark hair can be glamorous and sexy.
Megan Fox Hairstyles

Fans have watched the evolution of Megan’s style through a variety of hair colors and style, but wearing her dark hair in a softer, longer style seems to suit her best. For all-out sex appeal, Megan Fox is an absolute knockout wearing soft, cascading sexy waves. A good example of how Megan Fox wows her fans was seen in her appearance at the Kids’ Choice award ceremony where her dark, flowing locks were styled in a way that combined glamour with a lighthearted feel that was perfect for this event.
Megan Fox Hairstyles

Megan Fox hairstyles whether the casual ponytail or the red carpet back bun accent her facial features wonderfully. She’s blessed with an oval-shaped face, which gives her a lot of styling freedom: she can wear sexy, edgy haircuts and as a result she has become one of today’s leading trend setting celebrities.
Megan Fox Hairstyles

Recently this star of the movie “Transformers” was photographed for FHM men's magazine wearing a layered haircut with a nice sweeping bang. If you are looking for a jaw-dropping hairstyle for an oval face shape, any of those worn by this popular celebrity is a winner.

Pictures Copyright of PR PHOTOS

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Lady Gaga Make-UP from the Love Game

Lady Gaga has some really cool make-up looks......this one is a bit more wearable than the lightning bolt one...ha ha ha ha...still, you may not want to wear this to work...but it's a fun look to wear for a night out or prom....or some other, more wild night out...

This  look is pretty and a bit more "wearable" without the eyelashes....ha ha ha

what i used:

EYES: MAC paint pot in painterly

silver eyeshadow like MAC pigment in Silver

a frosty pink shadow (i used Da Bling from MAC)

a frosty lavender ( i used Beautiful Iris)

a dark silver shadow like (Electra from MAC)

a shimmery peachy pink like (like Naked Lunch or Kitten from Stila)

Black creme liner...like fluidline from MAC in black

Black Mascara in L'Oreal Double Extend Tubes

False Lashes in #316 Nbs Feather Eyelashes from Naimie's  (www.naimies.com)

Lips: a pale-pinky-peach lipstick....I used BUERRE lipliner (pale nude-rose) then Pretty Please lipstick from MAC (a pale frosty pink) or BUBBLES from MAC

BLUSH: Blunt from MAC to contour (a dark bronze matte)

and Golden Bronze Iridescent Loose Powder to highlight

now go get your lady gaga on....

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Gwen Stefani - no doubt about it

No doubt.... (pun totally intended)....I've loved Gwen Stefani's style for a long time......I loved her boy pants and punky tank-top look forever...it suited my tomboy-ish style of dressing....In high school I work baggy pants and skate shoes...ha ha ha ha ha

Gwen's look is to timeless and old Hollywood glam......I love it!

Here's what I used to get her look.....

EYES:

MAC shadows in BRULE or BLANC TYPE (nude-ivory colors)

CONTOUR SHADOW colors......OMEGA (light beige-y brown with a slight green hue)

or charcoal brown (a medium cool brown)

LINER in CHROMALINE liner in BLACK BLACK (from MAC) or you could use the FLUID LINE

Black Mascara - L'Oreal Double Extend Tubes

LIPS: RUSSIAN RED from MAC (a cool blue-red-great on all skin tones) or for a more matte look you could RUBY WOO from MAC (it's the one with clay in it...) optional...lipliner.....

BLUSH : just for contour and slight color

HARMONY from MAC (a warm browny-pink)

ANGEL from MAC (a really really light baby pink)

enjoy and go Gwen-it-up!!!!!

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Ask Lydia x2: Face Cleansers and Foot Care!

I've had two questions from readers lately. If you have anything to add, please leave a comment. I appreciate your thoughts, and so do two of your fellow Kiss and Make-up readers! And if you want to ask me anything, shoot me an email (asklydia@hotmail.com).

Question #1: I have normal to oily skin. What facial cleanser would you recommend that could double as a makeup remover?

Even though I did a "Battle of the Eye Makeup Removers" awhile back, I never use a special makeup remover. I don't have the time for it, and honestly...unless I'm wearing a ton of makeup, I don't see the need for it. Who wants to buy a special product when they don't have to?

When it comes to face cleansers, my first rule is stop using soap. Soap makes your skin too tight, drying it out and leaving it in need of extra moisturizer later. Instead, try a gentle product specifically designed for the more sensitive skin on your face.

If you want a high end product, I'd recommend Philosophy's Purity Made Simple. It effectively removes makeup--even tough to get off mascara and eyeliner--without striping away your skin's natural (healthy) oils. If you're looking for a drugstore brand, any of Olay's facial cleansers are worth a try. I usually keep a tube of Olay Regenerist Daily Regenerating Cleanser in the shower and a bottle of Purity Made Simple by my sink. And on days when I am really lazy, I swear you cannot beat Boot's 4-in-1 Quick Thinking Face Wipes, as I've said many, many times before!

Question #2: I've been wondering if you know of any good pedicure products. The heels of my feet are in awful shape (really rough), and it always tickles too much to have them filed or whatever when I get a pedicure. Do you have any recommendations for a good pumice stone that will really do the trick? My foot filer thing hasn't been working too well.

I try to get regular pedis in the summer (once a month if I can swing it), and I always worry that I am going to laugh when getting worked on. Sometimes I can't help it, but I can usually quash my giggles with the latest edition of Town & Country magazine (for some reason, reading a snooty magazine while getting a pedicure seems like the right thing to do!).

If you don't have the time or resources to go in for a pedi--or if you're ultra ticklish!--there are plenty of products you can try at home. Look for high end, high quality (high priced) products from Tweezerman. Their Pedro Callus Stone has a decent handle and is easy to use. If you don't want to invest in an expensive tool, all you really need is a decent pumice stone. They're typically pretty cheap and readily available. Look for affordable products from Earth Therapeutics (I adore their foot wipes in the summer time!), ecoTOOLs, or the ultra cute, budget friendly Ms. Pedicure line of goods.

One word of caution, and this is coming from me, a beauty enthusiast, not a professional: avoid callus shavers. They shave off the skin from your feet and are very effective in the short term. I forget where I read it, but supposedly over-use of callus shavers can actually worsen your callus problem. I've only had a callus shaver used on me once--in a salon I won't be going back to. The whole thing freaked me out for some reason. But hey....maybe that's just me.

So readers: if you want to add your thoughts, please do so!

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Don't Forget: May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Here are a few more tidbits for Skin Cancer Awareness Month:

Dermelect Cosmeceuticals is partnering with the Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) for the month of May in honor of National Melanoma/Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Dermelect will donate the May net sales of its two best-selling products, SPF 20 Facial Armour and Age-Def Eye Cream with SPF 15, to the MRF. These SPF products are great because they protect against the sun while also targeting wrinkle reduction and signs of aging.

The SPF 20 Facial Armour sells for $42 and the Age-Def Eye Cream with SPF sells for $36. Both products protect against UV sun damage and free radicals and are available for purchase at www.dermelect.com.

ABOUT MELANOMA
Melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer, is one of the fastest growing cancers in the United States and can strike people of all ages, all races and both sexes. In fact, with a one in 50 lifetime risk of developing melanoma, more than 62,000 Americans were expected to be diagnosed with the disease in 2008, resulting in an estimated 8,400 deaths (approximately one every hour). Melanoma is the most common form of cancer for young adults age 25 to 29 and the second most common cancer in adolescents and young adults age 15 to 29.

ABOUT DERMELECT
Dermelect Cosmeceuticals is a forerunner when it comes to easy-to-understand, multi-tasking cosmeceutical skincare, developed with the most effective and innovative ingredients on the market. With a refreshingly realistic beauty philosophy, Dermelect Cosmeceuticals is the must-have brand if you want to treat your skin with the latest product innovations that provide actual results. Availability of Dermelect treatments includes high-end apothecaries, specialty retailers, department stores, medispas, and pharmacies. Dermelect is distributed in over 12 countries globally and is also available online at www.dermelect.com.

ABOUT MELANOMA RESEARCH FOUNDATION
The Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) is the largest independent, national organization devoted to melanoma in the United States. Committed to the support of medical research in finding effective treatments and eventually a cure for melanoma, the MRF also educates patients and physicians about the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of melanoma. The MRF is an active advocate for the melanoma community, helping to raise awareness of this disease and the need for a cure. The MRF’s Web site is the premier source for melanoma information seekers. More information is available at www.melanoma.org.

BECOME A MELANOMA MESSENGER
If you want to do more to fight melanoma, head over to MRF's Melanoma Messenger page. The MRF Melanoma Messengers program is a national network of volunteers that help educate, build awareness, and raise money for melanoma research in their local communities. As a MRF Melanoma Messenger, you can bring the national voice of the MRF to into your local community. Check it out--get involved!

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Purple Tuesday

Video!!! I love purple...... these are some fun purples that I just got.....and purple makes every eye color look amazing...it brings out all the highlight colors in the iris.....

so here's what I used:

vibrant grape- from MAC...it's like a magenta-purple color

purple haze - a bright purple

indian ink - a dark violet purple

and for a contrast or highlight (under the eyebrows) you can use a light yellow or gold....I used a frosty-peachy gold like, KITTEN from STILA or SHROOM from MAC

then L'Oreal Double Extend Tubes Mascara in Black

and for the lips I used.....

BUERRE lipliner or you can use SOAR 

(both a nude pinky-rose-nude lipliners)

and VIVA GLAM SPECIAL EDITION VI lipglass..... very pretty

I bought so many other goodies and new colors and fun things, I can't wait to show you them all.....and I went to buy that wire i needed to make my new camera work....and it was still not right! arghhhhhhhh

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How to Grow Long Hair Fast

There are lots of methods to follow in growing long hair. Here are some tips on how to grow beautiful long hair.

Beautiful long sleek hairstyle for women

Shampooing
When shampooing, wet your hair by putting your head under the stream of water and work the water into the hair with straight downward strokes. Pour the shampoo into the palm of your hand, not onto your head, and begin working it into the ends of your hair, moving up toward the crown of your head. Do not scrub at your hair or bunch it up on the top of your head.

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Back Soon...I Promise!

Hi All!

I spent the long weekend at the beach and am slowly--very slowly--adjusting to normal life again. It's back to my house, my cats, and--sadly--my crappy day job. I'll get back to blogging and all things beautiful in no time, so hang in there and I'll be back soon!

In the meantime, if you're feeling voyeuristic, head over to my flickr site to see my vacation photos!

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paint and cameras

so my fabulous new camera doesn't seem to want to play with my computer......

I have to go buy some special "bonding" wires so they'll get along.....and play nicely....

I have a really fun video on there.....it is me getting my hair cut...then I take you along on my walk around Melrose Ave in Hollywood....

so I'm off to go buy the "magical" cable for my new video cam.....

until then ...here's some extra artistry from myself.....I started off drawing and painting......on canvases...and now it's moved to warm and soft, living canvases of wonderful souls.......

here's some other goodies that decorate the walls of my home....

she is new to my home....she's not done.....I bought some black paint crayons to finish her off....but haven't had any time to complete this lil' lady.........she'll be all better soon...ha ha ha ha

this guy got painted a long time ago in an old Spanish Style, Hollywood house with high ceilings and wood beams....with arched doorways....and I had a graffiti artist, hip-hop roomate...and an actress friend.....I listened to some trip-hop jazz and painted away.......

i kinda like this one....but I kinda wish I could paint over it! ha ha ha ha ha It's pretty harsh with all the lines and black.....but for some reason, I still kinda like her.......

these little guys are just some doodles that are on my desk........when my computer is taking forever to load a page...and I've got pen and paper......little, desk, masterpieces are made...ha ha ha ha ha

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Pictures from Paradise

Hey everyone,

I apologize for my recent lack of postings - I spent the last week and a half in Florida, visiting Miami and Sanibel Island, and have just come back last saturday. It was a holiday, and I have brought you all some pictures I took on Sanibel Island. Great fodder for my Sigma 10-20 mm lens ;)!













Honestly, Sanibel Island is one of the most beautiful places I have been to - it just feels so much like paradise to be there! We had several spells of rain, but on the other hand this made for quite dramatic skies, which photographers adore :D!

I also bought some pretty lashes, from both Ricky's and a Dancewear store in Miami:



I will try and post regularly again, but as I usually do make up on sundays and rehearsals are on sunday afternoons as well, I apologize beforehand in case I can't post in one week!

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