To achieve optimal health and create sustainable wellness, it’s imperative that you become aware of not only what you are putting in and around your body, but also, what you put on it. Between shampoos, toothpaste, face creams, deodorant, cosmetics, and so on, most people are voluntarily dousing themselves daily with multiple chemicals, carcinogens, and ...
Your wedding is coming up, and if there weren't enough details to think about, someone poses the question, "Are you going to hire someone for makeup or do it yourself?" That's tricky because you know your everyday makeup probably isn't going to cut it for a long day (and possibly night) of endless photos, talking, laughing, dancing ...
One of the first things I wanted to change as I made my makeup kit "green" were my makeup brushes made of animal hair that was collected through some rather inhumane practices. Why not try these eco- and animal-friendly options? In my quest for the balance of beauty and wellness, I've delved into the contents of ...
Have you ever thought about how the colors of your makeup can evoke a mood or feeling? Every color in the rainbow has an energy that conveys different meanings. Some are universal, while others change depending on where you are in the world. Color is a quick way to brighten up your face, as well ...
Since my job is often times to make jet-lagged and over-worked models look perfect for the catwalk, I realized that some of my beauty secrets could be interesting for those of you trying to look a bit more refreshed, no matter where your lives have taken you. Whether you're working hard, playing hard, traveling a ...
The new year is in full swing and with it, fresh starts of all kinds. Along with the many other things you may want to try or begin, a new makeup look is sure to be one of the simplest and most fun! Woohoo! Did you wear the same shades throughout 2012 (and maybe even beyond)? Well, ...
On the heels of Hurricane Sandy, I escaped New York City this fall and headed to the sunny, palm tree lined vistas of Los Angeles where I joined the Live Dress team as their makeup artist. Our job was to transform Beth Behrs, from the hit TV show 2 Broke Girls, from a sunny, girl-next-door ...
The holiday season is upon us, and whether meeting friends for dinner, attending a company party or reconnecting with family, this time of year presents a plethora of occasions for looking our best. At the same time, we also tend to be busier and more stressed, which can leave us looking a little less-than fabulous. ...
End of summer? Not for surfers! We live by endless summer rules: savor every sunny moment on the sand and in the surf ! You don't have to live in California or Hawaii to follow our lead. Even if you’re a city-dweller or country girl with no desire to hang ten, with these surfer girl secrets, you ...
Two years ago had you ever heard of BB creams? I hadn't, but now they seem to be everywhere, and almost everyone has been asking, "Do I need a BB cream?" Last year I had my first exposure to BB creams from a brand that brought their formula over from Korea where the trend started. This brand, ...
