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The Techie! Holiday Gift Guide 2013

18 Monday Nov 2013

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The “Techie” is a technological savvy girl with the latest and greatest smartphone or tablet. She may be a gamer, or just likes to be well-connected and have the latest gadgets. She likes clean lines, bright colors, and things with a modern edge! Wow her with these gifts:The Techie Gift GuideA.) Bkr in “kitsch” (shown), “kvetch”, “smith”, “crush” or another bright color, will hold their beverages in sleek style! These fun-colored bottles look stylish, are easy to carry, and won’t leech BPA into beverages or change the taste. They are also dish-washer safe ($30).

B.) IT cosmetics Vitality Lip Flush in “Je Ne Sais Quoi”– her inner nerd will FREAK OUT when she finds out that this lipstick CHANGES COLORS based on the pH of her skin! It turns a slightly different shade of pink on whomever it is applied. Not only that, but it also STAINS the lip that color for long-lasting wear, AND moisturizes the lip ($20).

C.) Beauty For Real Illuminating Lip Gloss in “D Light” (shown), “Light Hearted” or “Kiss Me”- this satisfies her need for all things bright and shiny! The container actually has a black button on the lid that contains a small LED light that shines directly on her lip as she applies. It also has a nifty mirror on the side of the gloss so she can always see what she’s doing! Not to mention the gloss gives sheer color, smells like peppermint, and plumps the lip! ($22.50).

D.) Clarisonic Aria Pro in white (shown) or black- this awesome device is the smart-phone of skin-care! Sonic cleansing will clean her skin 10x better than manual washing alone. It’s slim, shiny design will appeal her senses, and she’ll love the charger that has a USB connection or outlet connection so she can charge from her computer or a wall outlet! It comes with a brush head (recommended to replace every 3 months), a trial sized cleanser, 3-speeds and the PRO that we sell here has a 3 YEAR warranty (the regular only has a 2 year warranty) ($199).

E.) Diego Dalla Palma Twiggy Eyeliner– for the most precise, technical line, she will LOVE the ease of use she will get from Diego–it’s like a felt-tipped pen that is water-resistant and smudge proof, but is not difficult to remove when she’s done ($30).

If you let us know you are purchasing a gift–we would be happy to gift wrap the item for you or put it in a gift bag with ribbon, complimentary!

Stay tuned for the ultra-femme gift guide next!…

 

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NEW from IT Cosmetics!

19 Thursday Sep 2013

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Welcoming the newest addition from IT cosmetics— Vitality Lip Blush Hydrating Gloss stains!!!

IT Gloss stains

These glosses are AWESOME! $24 Each

What IT says about it: These are your super- hydrating lip glosses, anti-aging lip serum and lip stain all in one! Delivers high shine and rich pigment that glides on like a lightweight serum that instantly hydrates, repairs and protects lips with a flush of naturally pretty color that lasts.

What WE say about it: These are GREAT glosses with a pretty range of color! We find that they ALL adapt a little from person to person. After a few minutes of wearing the color it will transform slightly based on your pH just like the Vitality Lip Flush lipsticks! LOVE the texture, and the scent is nice too! We also love that they are paraben free!

Ingredients:Polybutene, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Octyldodecanol, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Polyethylene, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Tribehenin, Silica, Bumetrizole, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Vanillin, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Sorbitan Isostearate, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract, Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Camellia Oleifera (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Prunus Domestica Seed Oil, Prunus Cerasus (Bitter Cherry) Seed Oil, Butylene Glycol, Hyaluronic Acid, Cholesteryl Oleyl Carbonate, Cholesteryl Nonanoate, Cholesteryl Chloride, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Phenoxyethanol. May Contain: Mica (CI 77019), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140:1), Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090:2), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850:1), Red 30 Lake (CI 73360), Red 6 (CI 15850), Carmine (CI 75470), Red 28 Lake (CI 45410).

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YLBB Lip Liner Stains!

04 Wednesday Sep 2013

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We posted a little while ago about IT Cosmetics YLBB Lip Liner Stains, and MAN we adore them! We couldn’t have anticipated how much we would love them. When they say it’s a stain it REALLY is. Great for lining the mouth as usual, or even coloring in the entire mouth and topping with a sheer gloss for long-wearing color! Previously it was only available in two colors a nude/light and nude tan/rich. NOW they have added true COLOR to the mix plus another nude! The nude/light has had a name change to “buff nude” and the tan/rich has been changed to “spicy nude” but are still the same colors! At $20 a pop, we’re sold!

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Psssst! In case you were wondering, YLBB stands for “Your Lips But Better”!

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Casual Chic on Campus

14 Wednesday Aug 2013

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You have class across campus in about 30 minutes, and you can barely pull yourself from your bed after last night’s cram-session (or party…or both?). You don’t have much time, you are willing to put in minimal effort—but you want to look fresh and pulled-together in class. You never know who you’re going to meet and when, so having that edge can give you extra confidence during a sorority rush event, or even introducing yourself to that cute guy in Economics…

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So here’s the deal…you want to look fresh, polished, but EFFORTLESS too…you don’t want to look like you’re trying too hard. And frankly–do you even have time to try “too hard?”

Use your study skills and you may just stand out for all the right reasons!:

  • PRIORITIZE
  • Multi-task
  • Keep it simple.
  • Organize it.

Prioritizing your beauty routine:

You’re not accepting a golden globe…you’re just going to an 7:30 AM Calc lecture… so we aren’t putting on every stitch of makeup you own. What is REALLY important to you? Do you feel naked without mascara? lipstick/gloss? You know how people will ask if there was “one makeup product you couldn’t live without, what would it be?” Mine is concealer…so make sure the 1 or 2 must-haves are the first things you put on!

I would say that lipstick, mascara, concealer, and eyeliner are probably the top answers to that question….so here are some of my faves (and why they are great for going to class)

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1.) Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer by IT cosmetics. A little goes a LONG way and can cover blemishes or under-eye circles in a snap. Has a really realistic-looking finish so you don’t look cake-y. Having a bad skin day? Mix a smidge extra into your usual tinted moisturizer or foundation for added coverage.

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2. Diego Dalla Palma Semi-Permanente Mascara. Volumizes lashes like nobody’s business. Waterproof because it has to last all day, and even possibly through your afternoon nap between classes.

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3.) Facade waterproof eyeliners. Uber creamy so they glide right on without tugging your skin. Available in 10 shades (3 of the most popular are shown above). Dries waterproof so it will last all day without smudging.

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4. (A)  Jouer SPF 15 Lip Sheers. These lip colors glide on as smooth as silk leaving behind just a kiss of sheer color, and protecting your lips from the sun. Every single color looks effortless and suits many skin tones. And if you use one of these in lieu of lipgloss you won’t have to constantly un-stick your hair from your lips every time there’s a slight breeze between classes!

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4 (b) Lipsticks by Paul & Joe. Every single one of these contains a lip treatment to keep your lips soft. ALSO won’t stick to your hair like gloss. The lipstick is sold seperately from the case so you can choose a cute pattern or design you like. Then you can buy another lipstick to refill it when you’re ready!

Multi-Tasking products will swoop in and cut your time in half!:

Just as in other areas of your life, multi-tasking with your makeup will make you WAY more efficient. Choose products that you can use for more than one use and you will stream-line your collection–letting you get out the door way faster!

BB creams

1. Use a tinted moisturizer or “BB Cream”. More than just providing a little simple color, these products cover uneven pigment in the skin while TREATING it to improve. So instead of applying moisturizer and then foundation separately you get both steps in one foul swoop! We like the Sensual Skin Balm from Kevyn Aucoin, and the Jouer Matte Moisture Tint for great moisture with moderate coverage. Plus the convenient squeeze tubes make it easily portable in your bag. For less coverage and a more dewy look plus MAJOR skincare benefits AND a sunscreen, we’re obsessed with Natura Bisse Cure Sheer Cream. (The one from Jouer also has a sunscreen built in, and comes in a luminous formula as well!)

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2. Scout out products that you could use for color in more than one place! We like the tints AND the highlighters from Jouer for this exact purpose! You can pick 1 or 2 of your faves and smear on lids, lips, and cheeks with a finger for a quick pick-me-up anywhere! What makes them EVEN cooler is that they can slide and lock together or clip back-to-back, so you can keep them organized/together but also customize the colors you want! We LOVE their tints in petal, whisper, peony, and honeysuckle for a fresh pop of color that you could use on lips and cheeks, and ADORE the highlighter in champagne to smear along cheekbones for a luminous POP and to spread across lids for a gorgeous nude shimmer!

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3. If you like, try a curling mascara so you don’t have to curl THEN apply mascara. We love Kevyn Aucoin The Curling Mascara. It isn’t waterproof, but it DOES have pretty great staying power. So if you prefer NOT to do a waterproof mascara and/or want the added benefit of a curl while applying your product. This is the mascara for you!

Keep it Simple:

Keep in mind that you do not need to wear every stick of makeup you own to class. You want to look fresh and effortless–NOT overdone. If your goal is to get out the door fast, this is NOT the time to blend 5 eyeshadows together! Heck, you can even SKIP eyeshadow all together! (We won’t tell anyone–pinky swear!) Remember to PRIORITIZE what you feel is most important, but to still keep the steps themselves simple!

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 1. Try a roller loose shimmer eyeshadow from Kevyn Aucoin so you can simply roll a great color straight onto your lids, and use your finger to blend it out in the blink of an eye! We LOVE the colors Rose Quartz (pictured), Topaz, and Citrine for pretty shimmery nude tones. (The Deeper Lapis, Jade, and Amethyst jewel tones will be great going into fall, though!)

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2.) Try a CRAYON eyeshadow from Jouer! WHAT!? These things are FAB. They glide on with a gorgeous creamy consistency, but have the power to really last! Scribble to your heart’s content and blend with your finger or a brush. We LOVE Rococo (soft nude) and Baroque (metallic taupe) for a sexy day look. Stash Abstract in your bag if you want to INSTANTLY up the ante for a night out after study hall! 😉

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3.)Instead of keeping track of a powder compact and mirror, stash powder papers in your bag! Just press the pink side of the paper to your face and watch as it absorbs oil and leaves behind the sheerest veil of translucent powder!

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4.) Don’t have time for mascara? Just CURLING your lashes makes a humongous difference, and only takes a couple of seconds! We can’t get over what a great job The Eyelash Curler from Kevyn Aucoin does. The wide mouth gets even the teeniest of lashes near the corners of eyes–so you get an instant lift!

 Organize it!:

All the best products in the world won’t do you any good, if you can’t find them quickly!  Try containing everything in a TRUFFLE Petite Clarity Pouch! We can’t get enough of these things (Senior staff artist, Kate, has about FOUR of these in her purse as we speak). These things are great because they are easy to wipe clean, and since they are clear you can see exactly what’s in it…no more searching for what you need! (Kate has hers color coded…pink has makeup….blue has pens/notepad/coupons, nude has pain reliever, tampons, first aid items, gum, etc…)

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All of the above items can be found in our store located in Houston’s Uptown Park. Please feel free to stop in our store and take a peek around, or call to order any of the products listed above! We are always happy to help!

A lip PENCIL stain!?, Creamy illuminator, and Bye Bye Red from IT Cosmetics

08 Friday Mar 2013

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IT Radiance Illuminator

IT Cosmetics never fails to amaze us. Seriously! Hello Light! Illuminating creamy compact, $24, can be used to highlight cheek bones, the center of the nose, brow bone, cupid’s bow, or anywhere that you want to fake it until you make it for that healthy hydrated skin. When I say “fake it until you make it” its because this product actually helps improve your skin while you wear it! Infused with hydrolized silk and collagen proteins, plus hyaluronic acid and antioxidants. The texture is very similar to one of our favorite products from girlactick, Glamorous skin glow, $23, except the color is slightly lighter, and is therefor much better suited for lighter complected girls. Girls who have medium to dark pigmented skin may still want to stick with the glamorous skin glow for a more realistic color.

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Bye Bye Redness, $32, immediately won our respect when we tried a bit from a tester we had on a client who had accidentally worn a Retinol product in the sun and got HORRIBLY burned (that’s a big no-no, by the way). Her face was scarlet, and she had a big event to go to…so we gave it a go! A little bit goes a very long way–it too has hydrolized collagen as well as peptides to treat and strengthen the skin. But the one thing that really makes it a star is the cream’s ability to cancel out redness from rosacea, broken capillaries, sunburn, or other irritation. We saw it for ourselves, and it works. It can be worn alone or under a foundation of choice, depending on your coloring, and the amount of coverage desired.

IT lip stain pencilLast but certainly not least, we were wowed by the Waterproof lipliner STAINS, $20! Available in two shades (this picture doesn’t do it justice): Light/Medium (similar to our facade color Vanity, but a smidge darker), and Medium/Rich (just slightly darker than our facade color Fever). Just like all of their other products, it’s packed with anti-aging powerhouses like vitamins A, E, and C, as well as collagen, hyaluronic acids and peptides. ALL THIS, while actually STAINING your lip the color you lined it. No longer will you have to carry around your liner, lipstick AND gloss to reapply. Fill in your lip, if desired, so you never have a VLL (Visible Lip Line). then top with your favorite lipstick or gloss! (P.S. It looks like a normal pencil, but is an automatic pencil that winds out–so you don’t have to sharpen it! But the end does pop out with a mini sharpener so you can shape the creamy end back into a more tapered point!)

 

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Newest Swag from It Cosmetics!

02 Tuesday Oct 2012

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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!

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Look Younger with Makeup

14 Thursday Jun 2012

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Try these tips to start looking (or KEEP looking) younger and more revitalized!

1.) Moisturize!

Think of your skin cells like grapes vs raisins. Cells with plenty of water are plump and smooth– cells without it look shriveled and collapsed. For de-hydrated skin (i.e. skin lacking water NOT oil) try Darphin’s hydraskin serum, $75– what they like to call “the little black dress of skincare” because everyone could and should have one! Dry skin (lacking oil) might switch to a richer cream. Also drink plenty of water!

 

 

 

 

2.) Use a liquid to illuminate under the eyes.

Natura Bisse Sheer Cure Eye cream, $115,  mimics the pretty glow from YSL’s Touche Eclat–but has something YSL doesn’t–powerful anti-aging benefits! Fighting under eye darkness and puffs, while lifting and firming. Plus sheer iridescence that gives skin under the eyes vitality! Avoid using thick concealers on this area: it thins as we age, causing this to look worse not better.

3.)Use a translucent powder.

Our hearts flutter a little when we think about Bye Bye Pores from IT Cosmetics, $24. It’s so finely milled that it doesn’t settle in and hi-light fine lines and wrinkles. Instead it creates a sort of “veil” like effect: diffusing and softening the appearance of the skin, and making larger pores magically appear smaller!
4.)Use cream/liquid blushes.

Cream Blushes keep the skin looking dewy and hydrated instead of dry and powdery. Apply it to the apples of the cheeks- where you would NATURALLY flush for the most youthful–and natural–look. We’re gaga for the 8 new shades from Kevyn Aucoin, $24–
pictured here in shade “Isadore”.

 

 

5.) Fill in eyebrows.

Whether it’s from over-tweezing or just becoming sparser over time–brows tend to lose their density as we age. Get the youthful look back by delicately coloring the skin between hairs in the brow. Paul & Joe’s “skinny brow” pencils, $22, are slim like mechanical pencils which makes it possible to draw in individual hairs-without fear of looking like Groucho Marx!

 

6.) Start with a shadow primer.

A primer not only increases wear-time of your eyeshadows–the best ones also help smooth the appearance of the tissue on the eyelid which can start to look crepe-y as the aging process takes over. IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Lid Lines, $25, not only does these things but also contains green tea, vitamin K, and collagen for their anti-aging benefits. Win-win!

7. Don’t be so scared of shimmer!

Seemingly every woman over 35 thinks she can’t wear shimmer– Unfortunately many makeup artists helped spread this falsehood. But look at Susan Sarandon, Diane Keaton, and Helen Mirin above and YOU tell ME they don’t look great! I double dare you! The key is to LIMIT shimmers to a few areas. All of these ladies have dewy glowing cheeks, and a highlight somewhere on the eye. Diane Keaton chose to highlight the inner corner of her eye–giving it that glint like she’s up to something. Mirin and Sarandon chose to highlight the browbone. The trick is to use shimmer on the FIRMEST part of the eye to show off how smooth it is! Using shimmer adds dimension and interest to your look. A face done entirely in matts looks dull and lifeless–and you want to GLOW! Try any number of our beautiful Facade eyeshadows with a satin or pearl finish, $18.50 each.

8.) Try a lash serum!

Long, dense lashes are a sign of youth and vitality. If yours are starting to diminish, try undoing the damage with a lash growth serum. We love Revitalash, $100, which goes on once a day like a liquid liner and helps generate new growth while conditioning lashes. It’s even better that there are no reported side effects like with the prescription, Latisse.

 

9.) Plump your lips!

We’re not talking about that over-injected bee-stung look–we just want to restore fullness from your youth.Lipsmart, $30, keeps skin cells in the lip hydrated so they remain plump and smooth (remember the raisin metaphor earlier?)

10.) Try on a NUDE lipstick.

It doesn’t have to be paler than your mouth–try something close to your natural lip tone. When you’re concerned about feathering in lines around your mouth bright colors are your WORST enemy! So instead try something a little more understated. Plus, when lips have lost volume very bright or very dark colors can make the mouth look even smaller. For suggestions from Facade, refer to our earlier entry: “The Perfect Pout“. Don’t believe you can get away with “not wearing enough color”? Look at those pictures of Susan, Diane, and Helen again! Their lips definitely aren’t loud!

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Put an END to smudgy eyeliner!

12 Tuesday Jun 2012

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One of the FIRST pieces of advice you’ve probably already heard is go WATERPROOF! The natural moisture of your eyes, combined with Houston’s humidity, and possibly tears- waterproof is the only way your liner can last the day.

Of course, we recommend our very own FACADE WATEPROOF EYE PENCILS which are available in 10 shades. For lining the inside (or membrane) of the eye we particularly recommend Bardot (Black) or Lido (Dark Blue). $22 each. If you prefer a liquid liner to a pencil, we’ve recently become smitten with Diego Dalla Palma’s liquid version which is available in both brown and black, $30.

Many of you have used our liners before and STILL may have a problem with smudging. So HERE are some great trouble-shooting tips:

If it’s not WATER-soluble (i.e. water PROOF), it’s likely OIL-soluble–meaning anything with oils in it will cut right through it. So if you use an oil-based concealer around your eyes or a rich eye cream, they may be breaking down the eyeliner. You have options: For eye creams- try switching to something lighter and GEL-based for the day, and reserve your really rich eye creams for night (We like Darphin Anti-Fatigue Smoothing Eye Gel, $38; Natura Bisse Eye Recovery Balm, $95; and Natura Bisse Stimul-Eye Gel, $65). You can also try changing the formula of concealer you use.

Also try dusting a little bit of a translucent POWDER with a small fluffy brush under your eyes when you’re completely finished with your makeup. This creates a barrier so the oils in other makeup don’t mix with the eyeliner. [We like our FACADE pressed powder in NILLA CREME ($42.50 new or $30 for a refill) it Cosmetics BYE BYE PORES, $24; or Diego Dalla Palma Rice Powder, $52]

STILL getting smudgy?

Consider this: maybe your LINER isn’t the culprit–the problem COULD be mascara!

We don’t always recommend wearing waterproof EVERY day because it can be drying to your lashes—HOWEVER, if you coat them first with a mascara primer like the one by REVITALASH, $24, it may be moisturized enough to handle waterproof every day. We LOVE Diego Dalla Palma Semipermanente mascara, $36—it’s not going ANYWHERE until you take it off!

In addition, we recommend always using a waterproof mascara on bottom lashes (if you use mascara on the bottom lashes at all!) because the bottom is where you’re likely to smudge- especially if your eyes water, or you wipe at them frequently. We recommend Maybelline Lash Discovery in waterproof for this. The itty bitty brush allows for precision–and you don’t need volumizing/lengthening for these lashes–just color. This gives you exactly that!

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Primed and Ready

03 Thursday May 2012

Posted by Facade Beauty Inc. in Product Picks

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Bye Bye Lid Lines, CLASSIFIED Cosmetics, Diego Dalla Palma, Diego Dalla Palma Universal Makeup Base, ERA primer, Eye shadow Primer, Face Primer, Girlactik Beauty, Girlactik Eye Glazes, it Cosmetics, Kevyn Aucoin, Kevyn Aucoin Sensual Skin Primer, Makeup Base, Makeup Primer, mascara primer, Revitamash Volumizing Primer, Revitlash, Shadow Primer, Skin Primer

There’s been a lot of buzz about primers over the years, but how do you know if you need one? What do they do and how do they work?

FOR THE FACE

Generally speaking, primers for the face are similar to paint primers for your walls–they create a clean canvas for your foundation to adhere to– often resulting in more even coverage and longer wear.Many of them also act somewhat like a “spackle” too, by lightly filling in large pores and fine lines, creating a more smooth look for skin with textural imperfections.

That being said- primers may not be worth it to some girls. As far as longevity goes, our Facade Natural Touch Foundation and Classified ERA Spray-On Foundation are already waterproof, and Ilona Realistic True-To-Skin Foundation is water resistant! Even in Houston’s OVER THE TOP humidity, it’s not going anywhere! But if texture, or even tone are still a concern—a primer might be for you. But in addition to primers for the face, there are now primers for lashes and lids! Here’s the skinny:

ImageDiego Dalla Palma Universal Makeup Base, $42.00, 1.0 fl oz.

This primer has a really luxurious, velvety feel. It gives the skin a smoother, more even texture. This silicone-free formula uses glycerin instead so it feels light-NEVER greasy! No ick-factor here.

ImageClassified Cosmetics Primer, (aerosol spray), $30.00, 25 fl oz.

This revolutionary primer has taken after it’s foundation big sister- Just like the foundation, you shake and gently mist it on the face. It imparts a pretty glow that radiates even under foundation and visibly leaves skin silky.

ImageKevyn Aucoin The Sensual Skin Primer$42.00, .34 fl oz.

A silky, lightweight primer that imparts a flawless pore-free finish. Also free of silicone, with a glycerine base to hydrate the skin without clogging problem skin.

FOR EYES

it Cosmetics BYE BYE LID LINES, $25, .25 fl oz.

This primer smooths the texture of crepe-y lids, prevents shadows from creasing, and helps your shadows go on looking TRUE to the color in the pan. It also helps provide longer wear, so there isn’t any reason your shadow can’t work overtime! Apply with the wand, and use your finger or a sable brush to smooth over the entire lid. Fabulous especially for smoothing the appearance of thinning or aging skin.

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Girlactik EYE GLAZES, $18, .20 fl oz.

These are a GODSEND for lids everywhere. Several water-proof shades to choose from– won’t even BUDGE through tears or sweat. We use these all the time on brides and bridal parties. These glazes combine a primer and shadow TOGETHER. We love a 2-for-1! Layer shadows OVER it, and it will increase their staying power as well, or layer other glazes! Gorgeous! Also great for smudging a little color under lower lashes for a CONTROLLED smudgy, sexy look that won’t smear afterward!

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Revitalash Volumizing Lash Primer, $24, .25 fl oz.

Compatible with ANY mascara, this primer doesn’t have the fibers in it the old primers had-this is a transparent gel formula that coats each lash adding fullness and length. Never clumps, flakes, or looks heavy. Great for everyday OR special occasions. If you’re a multiple-coat mascara girl- you have GOT to try this–it will cut your work at least in half! Apply mascara as usual after.

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IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Pores & Airbrush Bronzer!

10 Saturday Mar 2012

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Brow Pencil, Brow Power, Bye Bye Lid Lines, Bye Bye Pores, Bye Bye Under Eye, Clear lipliner, HD makeup, Invisible Lipliner, it Cosmetics, minimizes pores, pore minimizer, Reverse Lipliner, Translucent Powder

Okay, we’ve been smitten with IT cosmetics for awhile. The makers of Bye Bye Under-eye, have produced a powder that is hard for us to keep in stock: Bye Bye Pores ($25)! This incredibly fine-milled translucent powder creates a beautiful “veil” on the face that minimizes the appearance of fine lines and pores, while reducing shine and giving you a gorgeous velvety texture to the skin!

Just make sure you use a great brush to buff it in, and don’t use too much like Uma Thurman and Nicole Kidman did ! Yikes! (Note: They weren’t necessarily using THIS powder–just a translucent powder.)

I like using our Bronze Beauty brush ($75) which has very soft, airy bristles to dust it lightly on my T-zone especially. Our Beauty Brush ($35) has soft, very compact bristles that will apply a little more product–great if you really are concerned about diffusing the appearance of your pores! Or try the brush from IT cosmetics themselves!: the Heavenly Luxe brush ($48) is similar to our own beauty brush but with a synthetic bristle and a slightly larger head. We’re in love!

We’ve known about this product for awhile, but what’s new on the scene (at least here at Facade, anyway) is their AIRBRUSH BRONZER ($24)! It’s the same formula as the Bye Bye pores but with a gorgeous bronzy hue. No shimmer–just color! Like the translucent powder, it comes in a loose powder sifter. Girls who really like a lot of color or get a lot of sun can use it straight up—but fairer girls can mix the Bye Bye Pores powder with some of the bronzer in the cap for a softer touch of sun!

We also carry their eyelid primer BYE BYE LID LINES  ($25) which preps the tissue to keep eye makeup lasting longer and prevent creasing. It also smooths the appearance of crepe-y lids. BROW POWER ($25) eyebrow pencil, which self-adapts to your own brow color, and their INVISIBLE LIPLINER ($24)–a clear, wax-y feeling pencil used to line OUTSIDE your natural lipline to prevent bold colors from bleeding! These people are geniuses!

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