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Healthy Skin = Less Coverage, Less Makeup. A flawless Makeup Application starts with fresh and healthy skin. For fast and effective results, I reach for the Dermalogica skin care line. I think of it as the skins gatorade. I find using this specific brand provides a quality product that works to give amazing results, especially when in a time crunch. Each time  you wash your face, it will feel clean, hydrated and simply yummy! Primarily, I am Makeup Artist, as well as a licensed Esthetician (Skin Care Therapist). Working within the beauty field, I can't stress enough how important it is to analyze...


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We all know red is the color of love, and that's one thing that never goes out of style. Dare to go bold and rock Taylor Swift's signature red lip? This lip defines Taylor, and sends the message that she's always ready and determined to find love, yet she's tough! This is a guide for any makeup lover who would like to achieve an easy, yet Spicy-Red-Hot-Lip too! Red is so powerful, it screams attention. When wearing this classic color on your lips, you want to make sure they are properly exfoliated and moisturized for an even and flawless application. Attempting to wear red on dry, flaky lips...


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Itch, Itch... Scratch, Scratch...It's The Dead of Winter. During the brisk winter months, the dry heat is pumping indoors, and we tend to bundle up and hibernate in layers of clothing to keep warm. When venturing outside, it feels like a sharp slap in the face of igloo coldness. The fluctuating range in temperatures from hot to cold, really does a number on our skin. Here's what you can do to gain back that baby smooth touch! The Exterior:  The top layers of our skin act as a shield or barrier, making it hard for products such as lotions and creams to do their job.  Reverse the winter...


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Skin Care and Makeup are my close companions, but I wanted to breakdown some important information to keep you safe and healthy. FACE IT people, our world is pulling a fast one on us and I feel it's my beauty duty to spread the word, and raise awareness. Have you ever really evaluated the ingredients you put on your skin and face daily? On a daily basis, most of us apply skin care and makeup products to our faces. Our body absorbs harmful ingredients, and if you put them on your lips, you're technically eating them.  Not Cool: Parabens.   What is a paraben anyway?  It's a bad, bad chemical...


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"I'm in love with my favorite eyeshadow, but every time I wear it, my eyes blow up like The Nutty Professor, and itch like crazy! What do I do?" A major factor which may cause itchy eyes, and irritation could be from your favorite eyeshadow, eyeliner, and mascara. Say Whaaaaat?! Yes, red dye present in a broad spectrum of colors including browns, purples, blues, and even greens may be the reason behind your eye allergy. The culprit is found within the pigment of the dye, which may cause itchy, burning, inflamed, and watery eyes. When our body develops an allergic reaction to a cosmetic,...


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I am writing to THANK everyone for their support, encouragement, and participation while competing in the Raw Artist Semi-Finals! I am ecstatic and thrilled to announce I have been selected as the: Winner of Philadelphia's Raw Makeup Artist of the Year! With the assistance of friends, family, the beautiful faces of MMA's models, the very talented Carol from The Giovanni & Pileggi Salon providing intricate Hair Styling, Jason Klein arranging Black Light Production, and my extremely gracious cousin, Rebecca Dittrich (who pulled through walking last minute in the show) helped me WIN this incredible...


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Happy Hour just called, and you need a Quick Makeup Fix NOW! Transform Your Every Day Makeup with a Winged Eyeliner Accent! This Easy Makeup Tip Adds A POP OF COLOR, switching up your Go-To makeup while keeping it simple and classy at the same time. The Secret to this look is Double Liner!  First, apply a light wash of matte eyeshadow in a soft brown on the base and crease of your eyelid. If you want to add a little highlight under the brow bone, I suggest using a light, neutral color in a shimmer or matte finish closest to your skin tone. As close as you can get to the lash line,...


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(Ding) Hello Class, We Meet Again! It's the start of The Beauty Scoop School Year, and I plan to teach you so much! During today's lesson, we will be covering the start to an everyday face that will not clash with your Neon Pink Polkadot Scarf, Printed Pants, or even your Oldest Raggedy Sweatshirt you can't seem to part with. Pay Attention For The Basic Face Essentials! Basic Essentials:  Skin Prep Cover Neutral Eyeshadow Colors Natural Lip Color, Gloss or Stain Start So Fresh and So Clean: Always start with a Clean Face, and throughly Moisturize (the proper amount of moisturizer...


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You are about to become a Beautified, Multi-Tasking Babe Machine. Well, Hello There Hot Stuff! Sometimes we get so caught up in the daily routine of our schedules, and forget to take care of OURSELVES. Get your tush in the kitchen ASAP, whip up this simple Facial Mask, and get gorgeous while tackling the rest of your TO-DO List. By the way, it is 100% Natural, Safe, and Edible :) Ingredients:   1 teaspoon Honey (A natural anti-inflammatory)  1/2 Fresh Pineapple (Acts as an astringent to help exfoliate, and contains enzymes which eats away at dead skin cells)  3 tablespoons...


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Everywhere I went, people kept telling me I had to meet this chick, Mia. I finally agreed to meet her in Sephora one day, and I was surprised to learn we had so much in common. She was petite, worked hard, and even made funny noises! Oh My! I noticed she's little more quiet and shy than me, but I must say she has a lovely humming voice. I knew she was someone I wanted to stick around when she mentioned she spends most of her time in the bathroom perfecting clear skin. I was like "Seriously, Mia? You too!?" (lightbulb goes on, and cha-ching sound)...Instant BFFS! Our favorite activity...


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