Kim Kardashian Lush Eyelash Secrets

Kim Kardashian always looks perfectly put-together from her long raven black shiny tresses to her flawless skin and spectacular eye make-up.  Did you know that one of Kim’s beauty secrets are eyelash extensions?

While Kim watchers might suspect the Keeping Up With The Kardashians bride-to-be uses Latisse to grow those lush long eyelashes, insiders have revealed that she goes with eyelash extensions which keep her eyes looking amazing.

Kim is envied for her lashes, but the reality is that anyone who has a good eyelash extension expert can get the same exact results.

The advantage of eyelash extensions versus Latisse is that while Latisse will grow eyelashes, making them longer, thicker and darker, the results are gradual rather than instant, which is the case with eyelash extensions.

Of course even though Kim has lush eyelash extensions applied she still uses fabulous mascara to pump up the volume even higher.  For nighttime she goes with even more dramatic results.  (more…)

Knowledge gained from a BA in Education, amazing artistic talents in hair and makeup, and more than two decades of successful salon ownership have made Sherri Jessee one of the most sought-after educators in the beauty industry.

I had a rare opportunity to catch up with Sherri today where she graciously shared some of her vast wisdom about the hair industry, her long relationship representing Rusk and her goals for the immediate future.

(Image of Sherri Jessee – Courtesy of Sherri Jessee – All Rights Reserved)

Sherri is charming and very easy to talk to.  She willingly shared details about a wide range of hair care techniques and products, specifically some of the Rusk products and amazing color line. By the end of our phone interview I was very impressed with Sherri’s passion for her work as an educator and her boundless energy.

With work featured in more than forty acclaimed publications including MODERN SALON, COSMOPOLITAN, and OK! Magazines and widely quoted as an industry expert in the international media, Sherri is a recognized source for all things beauty.  The highly respected beauty expert works tirelessly and creates gorgeous results.

Extensive travel to five continents working as a platform artist provides a universal perspective as she educates and inspires others through dynamic educational events, fashion shows, and stunning photo shoots.

Sherri can often be seen working with celebrities, in live TV interviews, videos and charity fundraisers.  Sherri’s work with celebrity Nancy O’Dell includes a video collection, numerous live TV interviews, an infomercial, charity events, a national ad campaign and a magazine Cover shoot!

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Makeup Trends For Spring 2011

Bobbi Thomas was on the Friday, April 1st Today Show (on NBC) talking about the latest make-up trends for Spring 2011.  Bobbi pointed out that everyone is so anxious for Spring to kick in that they are pulling out big, bold colors to kick it off.

Bobbi noted that for Spring 2011 make-up is all about color.   Big, bold, color.  Bobbie showed off all the latest cosmetics including:

Eye Shadow

Although it may seem a tad scary, blue eye shadow is back and it’s big.  Bobbi pointed out the best blue eye shadows are in the wet/dry version available from YSL, Elf or Maybelline, to name a few.

Wet/dry is best because it means you can apply it either wet or dry, but it prevents too much color transfer or powder flying everywhere.  It definitely provides more control over traditional eye shadows that are not wet/dry.  Not only will you not over apply color but you can mix better with wet/dry formulations. (more…)

When it comes to looking good, many women believe their most important asset is their eyes. Eyelashes have long been considered an indicator of beauty, so it is no surprise that classic beauty Elizabeth Taylor was recently revealed to have a genetic mutation that gave her lush, thick eyelashes naturally.

Since we all can’t grow our own second row of eyelashes, Barbara Rattigan, founder of Shavasana Eyelash Extensions, has the next best option: natural-looking eyelash extensions. According to Barbara, “adding volume to your lashes with extensions can create a beautiful, natural look.”

Barbara notes that eyelash extensions commonly mistaken as a “one size fits all” service, which is not the case at all. “Adding eyelashes can create a wide variety of looks and styles,” says Barbara. Below; she has shared her top five favorite “Lash Looks” for spring and how to obtain them with eyelash extensions.

Barely-there lashes for the “fresh faced” look

Barbara says, “this is my favorite look, because it’s for the woman that doesn’t want a lot of fuss, doesn’t wear a lot of make-up, but wants to feel beautiful when she walks out the door every day.” To achieve subtle, long lashes that appear natural but give a boost to your everyday look, Barbara suggests a very thin lash that is identical to your natural look, but slightly longer.

“Chocolate brown lashes are a great way to really soften the face if you don’t want to appear harsh,” says Barbara, “people shouldn’t know you are wearing extensions – they should just know you look great, but can’t figure out what ‘it’ is!” (more…)

EnvyDerm: Effective Eyelash Growth & Conditioning Serum for Fuller, Longer and Stronger Lashes

Step aside, full lips and tan skin. These days, it’s all about drama in the eyes. A few years ago, we might have wanted plump, bee-stung lips like Angelina Jolie, suffering through stinging lip glosses and collagen injections for it. But these days the focus has shifted to another “It” facial feature – eyelashes.  Stars like Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Lopez and Penelope Cruz are batting their way down the red carpet with these feathery eye fringes.

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The trend of cosmetic products with long-term benefits has grown over the years, as consumers continue to seek products that work together to enhance their appearance long after being applied. From acne fighting makeup to moisturizing lipsticks, consumers want continuous benefits that have quick results and longevity.

We all know the wonders of mascara well; in fact, most of us feel naked without it. But breakage, thinning and damaging of the lashes are mascara’s little known drawbacks. Fortunately, EnvyDerm, a groundbreaking new nonprescription formula eyelash growth serum is here for our eye batting rescue. (more…)

Oscar was in town last week and there is no way to miss that big golden man with the amount of star studded events invading LA.

KTLA reporter, Lu Parker got glam for the Hollywood Reporter Big 10 party with a visit to LA makeup maven, expert Juliana Landis at her private brow and lash studio.

Using some of this season hottest makeup must-haves…Juliana gave Lu Parker a gorgeous glow to her beautiful soft skin making her look fabulous on the red carpet!

Listed below are some of Juliana’s insider tips on how you can also achieve this look:

She wanted to give Lu a dewy look and used her favorite foundation Face Atelier Ultra, which is silicone based and sits beautifully on the skin and giving the affect of a soft dewy glow.

Next Landis used a small amount of Mac Studio Sculpt concealer around the eyes, nose and mouth and used Mac’s Mineralize Skin Finish in a dark golden color as a bronzer just on the forehead on the cheeks down the nose and on the jaw line. (more…)

On Oscar night, we saw Natalie Portman looking stunning in a deep purple Rodarte dress, which from the looks we saw on the carpet it will definitely be a standout color for the Spring season.

The Oscar winner’s complexion was naturally glowing as a mommy to be and her makeup was soft and pretty to highlight that.  Get the lovely Natalie’s gorgeous make-up at home with simple tips from LA-based makeup connoisseur Juliana Landis.

To re-create this look start with a primer and a light tinted moisturizer, lightly conceal around the eyes nose and mouth and use a setting powder such as Mac’s Mineralize, to help set the makeup for the evening.

Use a neutral shade all over from the lid to brow with a slight purple hue such as Mac’s Yogurt would be a great color, follow with a softer lilac color all over the lid such as Glomineral’s lilac and Mac’s Parfait Armour in the crease and to line the eyes for a slight smokey look, use a big fluffy brush to blend and finish with a waterproof mascara just incase you weep.

Use Nars Orgasm on the apples of the cheeks to accentuate the glowing skin and a beautiful peachy gloss.

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Actress Marisa Tomei looked breathtaking in a dark blue Lily et Cie 1950 Charles James Couture gown which was accented with  layers of asymmetrical navy tulle.

She carried a Kotur miniaudiere and was shimmering with Van Cleef & Arpels sparklers.

Her hair and make-up was flawless.  Celebrity Make-up Artist Matthew VanLeeuwen created presenter Marisa Tomei’s Red Carpet look for the 83rd annual Oscar Awards.

For Marisa Tomei’s gorgeous red carpet look, makeup artist Matthew VanLeeuwen worked exclusively with Anastasia Beverly Hills product.

Matthew took the Anastasia Highlighting Crème Duo in St Tropez (image #1 below) dipped into the crème blush and applied it in gentle back and forth sweeps across Marisa’s smiling cheeks. (more…)

Pauley Perrete plays Abby the adorable brainy lab technie on the beloved NCIS every week on CBS.  When Pauley is onscreen as Abby she rocks thick eye-grazing bangs with a few longer face-framing pieces of hair which blend into her trademark high pig tails.

Pauly’s bangs look best when they’re sharp, precise and kept at the proper position along the forehead.  Too short and they look dorky, too long and you can’t see Pauley’s gorgeous eyes.

(Image of Pauley Perrette and Kaley Cuoco from The Big Bang Theory – Comic-Con 2010, July 22, San Diego, CA – All Rights Reserved)

Big bangs like Abby wears don’t work for all face shapes, hair types or hair textures.  Someone with naturally curly, wavy or textured tresses may only be able to achieve blunt across-the-forehead bangs like Abby with the popular clip-on bangs.

Of course someone with natural curls can achieve a version of bangs by having a fringe cut that literally extends below their chin to allow for natural curl shrinkage.  Wavy hair can be tamed into a fringe (I know, I have this type of hair) with a paddle or round brush and a blow dryer. (more…)

While I love the smudge proof benefits of waterproof eyeliner and mascara sometimes they’re challenging to remove without elbow grease.

A make-up guru suggested layering would afford me a much easier time removing my waterproof make-up.  She suggested applying my waterproof eyeliner and mascara on top of a traditional non-waterproof version.

I was amazed by the results. By following a double coating technique I enjoyed the stay-put liner and smudge free lush lashes the sealers provide, but the under layers made it much easier to remove because the first coat prevents the sealants from adhering directly to my lids and lashes.  Thus any eye irritation from excessive scrubbing is gone forever.

I’m always amazed at how a few simple tricks can always make hair and make-up application and removal a breeze.

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