Category: Other Makeup Tips
Yes you can – Michelle Obama
While the majority of us were all ears for Obama’s inauguration speech early this morning, all eyes were definitely on Michelle: her dresses, hair and makeup. And while often her choice of clothes has made headlines (for good or bad), she consistently nails her makeup and hair look. Regardless of the fact that Michelle [...]
View PostA new year with new additions
This month (or early next), two of my friends will become first-time mothers. As some new-mums will attest, your new addition doesn’t mean your makeup routine need disappear. In fact many look forward to this “me time” to brighten tired eyes, even hormonal skin or just feel more confident about their look. If [...]
Best wishes and thank you
Well it’s over and out from me for this year. Thank YOU for taking the time to log on, look around and read my new blog. I wish you a Merry Christmas (for those who celebrate), Happy Holidays (for those who can take them) and a great New Year (for everyone!). Good luck with making [...]
Wardrobe matters
Working closely with a wardrobe team or a fashion stylist is an essential part of my job. The clothes can influence what makeup colours will work and be seen. We can apply this principle to our own makeup and wardrobe too. Do you apply your makeup with a certain outfit in mind? The easiest [...]
Eau de Obama
There are thousands of great beauty products that have come out of the States. And today, better than all those beauty products added together, was the exciting announcement of new US president – Barack Obama. If only the President-elect could bottle that “yes we can” spirit…. now that would be a pretty beautiful product indeed.
Stuck in a rut
Are you in a makeup rut? In an earlier career (before I was a makeup artist) I would wear one particular shade of lipstick every day without fail. It didn’t matter what I was wearing, what I did with my hair or where I was going. If I didn’t wear it for a day, [...]
A good photo and a good cause
I couldn’t help but notice the stunning roll-out cover of Madison Magazine’s Nov 08 Issue with 10 Aussie models over 2 pages. You really need to see the magazine up close to enjoy this perfect example of makeup balance. Balance in makeup is where none of our individual facial features overshadow each other. Here [...]
