“Photo Face” Makeup — Corporate Headshots

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Makeup done by Senior Staff artist, Kate Block.
Photograph courtesy of Michael Carr Photography.

Makeup done by Senior Staff Artist, Dayna Leigh.
Photograph courtesy of Michael Carr Photography.

Although it is common for us to do makeup for weddings and bridal portraits–that’s not the only makeup we know how to do here at Facade.

Corporate headshots or other professional portraits are an increasingly common marketing tool. It’s critical for your business that you are portrayed in the correct manner as these photos become an important visual representation of you to your client on business cards, websites, and other marekting materials. It’s a great way to establish a sense of trust and rapport with potential clients before ever having met them.

THIS, however, is why it’s incredibly important that not only do you have an appropriate, professional look in your photograph–but also that you look like YOURSELF on your best day– not over-the-top or glamorous. It’s crucial that when meeting new clients you don’t look like someone else completely from the photo. But that being said, doing your own makeup as you normally would isn’t always the best idea. The camera lens tends to read light much differently than the human eye. This is why many times when you think you have on “enough” or even “too much” makeup in person, you may look washed out in photos.

We are skilled at accentuating your best features, concealing minor imperfections, and creating a polished yet natural look. Because every last detail is captured in head shots/portraits, makeup applications for this purpose (a “photo face” as we call them) are scheduled for 60 minutes to ensure a flawless application and finish.

A photo face is $100 when scheduled with staff artists Kate or Dayna, and is $125 when scheduled with the owner–Corinne. False lashes, if desired, are $25 extra. We recommend having hair styled or placed in rollers prior to your makeup appointment.

Please call 713.552.1545 to schedule your appointment.

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Diego Dalla Palma “Night Jazz” Fall 2012 hits U.S.!

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We added Diego Dalla Palma’s gorgeous products to our store early this spring. We absolutely adore the colors and textures employed by this line, and were thrilled to welcome their latest collection, “Night Jazz” for fall. Here’s what’s new!:

Diego’s Touch Velvet Blush, $42, is the perfect mauve-y pink. Gorgeous for many skin tones this time of year. Looks wonderful with ALL of the brand new lipsticks they released this fall!

Also the Natural Silky Powder, $50, comes in a universal translucent color (it’s not WHITE, though like some other loose HD powders so it won’t wash you out or leave you looking chalky). It buffs away imperfections while cutting shine and leaves behind the appearance of buttery smooth skin–NOT powder.

The new lipsticks, $34, are definitely what steals the show. Each of them varying in color and texture, they’re all simply stunning:

• 175 is a deep metallic tone for some seriously dark glamour. Creates beautiful contrast against fair skin, but looks slightly less dramatic on a richer skin tone.
• 176 is a matte rose-y mauve that coordinates fabulously with the limited edition blush. Cool and dusty, this is the perfect way to transition pink-lovers into fall.
• 177 is a cool matte red. Even though it has a matte finish, it feels surprisingly moist on the lip for a look that’s never flaky or looking dated.
• 178 is a shiny fleshy nude. This formula is insanely sheer and glossy. The convenience of a lipstick with the feeling of a lip balm and the shine of a gloss. These “shiny” formulas are some of our faves. This one is great for a girl that likes a barely there lip but doesn’t want to make her mouth PALER than usual. It accentuates a natural lip tone only slightly.
• 179 is a shiny fleshy pink. Just as sheer and glossy as it’s sister, 178, this lipstick has just a hint more pink in the formula. It doesn’t show up baby pink at all, but rather adds a kiss of pink to your natural lip tone. Pretty, but never fussy.

Unfortunately, I feel the photos released by Diego don’t do these brilliant glosses, $28, justice.

• #95 gloss is a rich, deep shade. It’s very sheer, so it looks great over several colors. Especially the #175, #176, and #177 lipsticks or worn alone for a hint of berry color.
• #96 gloss looks much paler and more neutral in person. It’s a beautiful transparent nude that would be gorgeous over #178 or #179 lipsticks or worn all by itself.

These brow fixer gels, $28, are fabulous! Keep your brows in place while masking gray hairs or adding a little bit more contrast to paler brows. #11 brow fixer is best for fairer hair, and #12 brow fixer is best for darker brows. Simply brush through for fuss-free, stay-put brows with just the right amount of color.

The liners this season are strong and gorgeous! Left: waterproof “wine” liquid liner. A gorgeous plum shimmer. Right: black technical eyeliner–a convenient felt-tipped marker applies smoothly. $30 each.

New Customizable Lipsticks from Paul & Joe are Tres Chic!

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Paul & Joe Lipsticks have been a serious LIFEsaver here at Facade. For a woman of any age, these lipsticks have a range of beautiful color and always a wonderful texture. We have recommended them for a girl of 6 to swipe on like a sheer sparkly balm, to a freshman in highschool, a young bride, a working professional, a stay-at-home mom, all the way to a retiree.

At any age, we’re all MAD for lipstick that glides on easily, never feels sticky, and is a little bit different than any other shade you’ve seen before. Which is why we are so excited to announce the debut of Paul & Joe’s brand new lipstick collection at Facade!

What’s amazing to us is that it was like it was MADE for us! Our Facade brand eyeshadows, blushes, and powders have always been sold seperately from the compact so you can customize them exactly the way you want… Similarly, these new lipsticks are sold seperately from the case…So you can choose the color you want in a range of available textures (sheer, natural, and full-coverage) and then pick the case you’ll pop it into to. Genius! A fun beauty treat and a fashion statement all in one! When you need more of your favorite shade, you can just buy a refill lipstick and pop it into the same case–but you could always buy a new one if you wanted to spice things up a bit!

Sheer: These are INCREDIBLY sheer. Don’t let the seemingly bright pinks scare you. Just the teensiest breath of color is delivered in each of these balm-like lipsticks, for a very natural-looking (and feeling) lip with a delicate hint of tint! From Left to Right: Secret D’or(101), Sheer Bliss(102), Just Peachy(103), Mademoiselle(104), & First Kiss(105).

Natural: These go on feeling silky and creamy. Very true to the color they appear, only varying slightly on the mouth depending on your natural lip color. A beautiful range of color: some of which are slightly opalescent, and others are slightly more matte. From Left to Right: Potpourri(201), Pret-a-Porter(202), Petite Princess(203), Toujours Heureux(204), Strawberry Jam(205), (206), Grapevine(207), & Le Marais(208)

Full Coverage: Providing the maximum amount of coverage while still feeling light and silky on the mouth, these colors hug your lip and stay moist throughout the day. From Left to Right: Mon Mimi(301), Retro(302), Silk Stockings(303), Rouge(304), La Vie en Rose(305), Avenue Montaigne(306), & Cathedral(307)

Fall 2012 Limited Edition: Two “full coverage” textures (003 & 006), two “natural” textures (002 & 005), and two “sheer” textures (001 & 004). We are IN LOVE with 004 “Beloved”!!! We’re crossing our fingers P&J will consider keeping it permanently! From Left to Right: Cupid’s Kiss (001) sheer, Eros(002) natural, Tenderness(003) full-coverage, Beloved(004) sheer, Venus(005) natural, and Je T’adore(006) full-coverage.

Once you’ve selected the desired lipstick ($17), the fun doesn’t stop. Time to pick a case! A paper case or the signature pink & white plastic case is $5, and the limited edition vintage-inspired turqouise metallic case is $20.

All of these items are available for sale at our store location in Uptown Park near the Galleria in Houston, TX.

For inquiries or to order any of these products to be shipped in the continental united states, feel free to call 713-552-1545 or e-mail kate@facadebeauty.com !

Newest Swag from It Cosmetics!

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We have been smitten with IT cosmetics ever since we were first introduced to their revolutionary concealer BYEBYE UNDER EYE a few years ago. Since then they have delivered product after product with nary an item we didn’t fall for!

So here are the newbies~

Vitality Cheek Stain in shade “Radiant in Rose”, $24.00

Goes on as easily as a powder. Bonds with the skin as naturally a liquid. Staying power like a stain. Yes please! A beautiful cool rosy tone for the coming Fall/Winter season. Just like all of their other products, this contains ingredients to improve the skin like hyaluronic acid, seaweed extract, aloe, vitamins A, C, & E, green tea and more. Also FREE of Parabens and artificial fragrance.

Vitality Lip flush, $20.00 each
4 gorgeous sheer colors…the convenience of a lipstick that hydrates and conditions the lip, and leaves behind a beautiful stain, so you don’t have to keep re-applying! Feels silky and smooth on the lip and hydrates with plum oil, cherry oil, shea butter, aloe, jojoba, and other ingredients. Also paraben and artificial fragrance free.

Hello Lashes!, $20.00
The mascara to revolutionize mascaras. Includes a lash growth serum built right into the formula. PLUS the benefits of a lash primer, volumizing mascara AND–get this–it STAINS the lashes gradually so that over time even SANS mascara you have longer-looking darker lashes! UH-mazing! Plus it’s magical wand has a neat little ball on the end to help you get even the ittiest bittiest lashes in the corners!

Stop by the store and ask about these products to try them, or call us at 713-552-1545 to order!

V beaute Event at Facade

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Stop by this week to have a chance to meet founder of vbeauté! A fabulous line that’s relatively new to Facade that features luxury results-oriented skincare in convenient travel sizes!