Showing posts with label Mattese Elite. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mattese Elite. Show all posts

Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Secret tip to getting 3D editorial-worthy makeup at home !

While on location a few weeks ago serving as a make-up artist assistant to fabulous makeup artist friend Stepanie Flor , and I noticed these small little futuristic cylinder / cone like objects she would use to make the models face blend flawlessly.  From the concealer , contour , foundation, not a shade of color was not blended - I was amazed that I had not already been using these sponges on myself !!!  Luckily, (ironically actually -) I discovered that Mattesse Elite ( Sold at the iconic Rickys NYC) carries these little cylinders of magic, they're called 3D Makeup Sponges .  Check out the photo below for an example of the flawless finish these blenders can produce. 

Photo: Phil Knott for BG Magazine

I also love this image, because it was taken after I took on being in charge of touch-ups, and I made some alterations to the eye-makeup. Stephanie is a great teacher !!




How to use: Use the pointed side for application around corners of the eyes, nose and mouth area and the wider side to contour under the jaw and cheekbones. The sponge is washable and expands when wet for effective cleaning, returning to its original size when dry.

The Mattese Elite 3D Makeup Sponge retails for $19.99 for 2 sponges and is available for purchase at Ricky’s NYC store locations and at www.RickysNYC.com.

Monday, April 5, 2010

Top Reasons I LOVE Spring !!!!!!


Sultry Tresses

Sultra Beauty Sophisticate Power Dryer dries your hair in lightening SPEED literally!!! I can speak for myself, and I have a lot of hair, and I was able to dry my hair in under 15 minutes!!! That is AMAZZZING! Also these dryers are fabulous ! If they're NYFW -worthy to be used backstage at numerous shows they're more than worthy to be added to your beauty bank at home!!!!




High Shine Lips

American Beauty Fabulous Feel High Shine Lipgloss (Available May 2010 - Exclusively at Kohls) is another reason to pucker up! Everyone loves a nice glossy lip !!!!!





Lashes that POP!

Flirt! itCurl Lash Curling Mascara is on my daily to-do list! It has a patent-pending CAT Brush Applicator that guarantees 144% more curl and lift than the average mascara applicators. There is no need for false lashes when using this mascara.



Exuding the "Glow"

Flirt! Cosmetics Totally Bronze For Eyes and Cheeks is great to warm up your look for spring. Say goodbye to pale winter skin, and hello to bronze beautiful and fabulous!!! This great set was just released this month , so you better get it while its HOT !!!






Out of this WORLD nails

Mattese Elite Nail Polish has some of the most daring , and attention-grabbing shades ! I especially love the following shades : Lime Ricky, Neon Caution, Neon Flash .. just to name a few. They're only 5.99 each!! Which in these times where we like to get a good deal wherever we can. Definitely an absolute STEAL !!!!




Art Inspired Nails

Essie Spring 2010 Collection is an absolute favorite!!!! With hues named after artist and trends ( i.e. van d'go , pop art pink, tart deco - I LOVE that color on!) , this is a MUST-Have for spring! Essie always takes it up a notch with every season!!!! Waiting to see what Summer 2010 will have in store !





Chrome Nails

I just LOVE Dashing Diva Design Nails on the Go.... in Gold , Silver and Red Chrome ! They're a great alternative to the ultra popular MINX (which I also love) , and at the fraction of the cost, you can change your nails as much as you apply lipgloss!!!!! The difference is that these are actual press on nails, so you might feel a bit more security with these as were the MINX are just nail coverings applied to the nails.. Either way, these are a SPRING MUST Have !!!


Flawless Complexion

I love that Tarte Cosmetics added new shade extensions to Smooth Operator natural oil-free tinted moisturizer with SPF 20 , and Provocateur Powder natural mineral based press powder with SPF 8. Great for us darker skinned beauties!!! Now that it's officially Spring, the SPF factor is very very important !!!




Luscious Skin

LaLicious Coconut Cream Collection - from the Sugar Souffle , Body Butter , Body Oil, and Body Soap . Its the next best thing to a Spa Visit. Your skin will be smooth, and there will be a luminous glow that will not go unnoticed. Another reason to love this line is that LaLicious is eco-friendly, Paraben and Sulfate Free !!!!!




Kings & Queens NEW Queen Elizabeth Sugar Showergel & Body Butter (Available at Select Target Stores). Paying homage to the sugar addicted 15th century queen, both the Showergel and Body Butter are enriched with the Kings & Queens paraben-free ‘Royal Mix’ - a blend of Pomegranate, Blue Egyptian Lotus and Malachite extracts rich in Hazelnut, Grape, Sunflower and Avocado Oils. It is purely divine on the skin, and a real steal both retailing under $16 !!

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