Summer is in full swing and with that comes a shift to brighter bolder lip color, especially after a year of mask wearing... it just seems so much more exciting to put on a lip color each day.
But what colors are really trending this year, and how can you pair them with your eyes for a pulled together look? Here are my fav combos you can try!
Read MoreWhen I thought about the amount of one-use products I was using daily- like makeup remover wipes, it started to really weigh on my mind. So I have been on the hunt for better products that replace those and support less waste. Here are some amazing brands doing just that, look for items that are reusable or refillable. Plus a giveaway!
Read MorePost pandemic beauty will probably never be exactly the same as it was prior. The last year has 'reset' many of the trends and styles that were once popular, specifically swapping out full coverage and heavier makeup, for a lighter more 'skin like' finish and just an overall more natural, easier approach.
As the world opens up again we will again be dressing up and getting ready more often, but my prediction is that the more subtle looks will still be at the forefront of trends moving forward.
When we DO want to up our game there are a few easy additions we can make to feel a little more put together.
Read MoreGood hair days may be partially luck, but there's also a rhyme and reason to achieving them more often. After 17 years as a hair stylist, I like to think I have seen it all- and these are the tips I would suggest for having more good hair days.
Read MoreBold, bushy brows are having a major moment in the beauty world- and treatments like BROW LAMINATION can help you achieve that look if you weren’t blessed with brows a la Brooke Shields. But there are some ground rules to be aware of before you take the plunge, and some people are better candidates than others. So let’s take a deep dive into the DM section of my instagram, and answer your burning questions about Brow Lamination. Ready? Let’s go!
Read MoreI have a hard time paying full price for anything days, but I feel like I am not alone on that one!? A good coupon code just does something to my soul. I’ve rounded up 8 of my top picks from Sephora that I have 100% confidence in that you’ll love too. You can shop online or in stores (although still no testers) until the 19th and save 10-15% with code OMGSPRING on your entire order depending on your VIB status. Not a VIB? That’s ok, it’s free to sign up and earns you rewards points for every purchase. Ok ready to shop? Let’s go!
Read MoreEvery season we get an exciting influx of new eye candy in the way of makeup palettes. There's just something about a collection packaged beautifully together, that makes us swoon. So if you're looking to add a new palette to your collection here are 5 that are worth noting!
Read MoreI have had the chance to give a few really BIG haircuts in my career, but nothing will ever top this one. Kelly hasn’t had her haircut in 25 years!!! You read that right… and her hair drapes well past her knees. But for her retirement from KSL TV after 40 years, we decided to give her a major makeover. She literally looks 15 years younger and her beautiful soul now radiates through her outward appearance. Take a look!
Read MoreOrganizing your beauty mess isn't always the most exciting thing, but I know first hand that once everything has its proper place its far more likely to get used and also returned to its spot, so things stay cleaner... no more bottomless drawers of expired products! Here are a few tips to try…
Read MoreWhen I came up with my signature eyeshadow class; Eyes in 5, the idea was that anyone has the ability to create endless eyeshadow looks using palettes they already have, but often under utilize. The overwhelm often stops us from trying new colors because we just don’t know how to start. So to take some of the guess work out, I came up with a 5-step process… but the combinations you choose within those 5 steps are unlimited! Ready to see how it works? Let’s go!
Read MoreI curse the dry air every Winter, and then I look at housing prices in warmer climates and change my mind real quick! Anyone else?! So it’s about this time each year I switch up my routine and start using body oils to quench my parched skin.
Natural oils from plants and botanicals go a long way to heal and moisturize the skin on a deeper level then lotions, and can even help to repair damage to the surface level of the skin. Here are 5 of my top picks…
Read MoreCan you believe we are almost to the end of 2020… thank goodness! But before we go, there is still fun to be had. It may look a little different this year, it may feel smaller and even a little harder than we’d hoped- but dressing up and putting on your festive looks can go a long way to getting in that Christmas spirit we all desperately need this year. I’ve got 4 super easy twisted hair styles that you can try- I promise they’re not hard and they will dress up your locks in a snap. Ready? Let’s go!
Read MoreIt’s go time people… so much to buy, so little time!
I’ve rounded up a nice little list of beauty gifts that every gal is sure to love. 5 made it to TV- but there are even more to get excited about down below. [video here] Plus be sure you ENTER TO WIN one of the gifts- a super cool Twist & Curl Iron, over on my IG *ends 12.7.20 US only
Read MoreI get asked often about my nighttime routine- what that looks like and what products I use. I also feel like more women are spending time on themselves for some much needed R&R during these uncertain times. So I wanted to share the steps that I recommend, as well as some luxury and budget favorites in each category. Remember you can always add on EXTRAS like masks or lip treatments etc., but these 4 will always serve you well.
Read MoreAs masks have become a permanent fixture on our faces, it’s brought new challenges for both our skincare and our makeup routine. Many are dealing with the dreaded 'maskne' and another major issue is the transfer of makeup to the mask. So here are a few ideas to try... I have tested pretty much every combo of products over that last 9 months and I feel confident I’ve found the best.
Read MoreWe are coming into colder weather- and our skin tends to go into a little bit of 'shock' when the temps drop and we turn up the heat inside. This major environmental change affects our scalps too, and it can lead to flaking, dryness, and itchiness, as well as cause negative effects on our hair like static electricity and dull looking locks. Today I am sharing a 5 step scalp care routine- that might have you wondering ‘where has this been all my life?’ Dramatic? No, never…
Read MoreWOW! What a year it’s been too. Crazy to think that when I started the ZODIAC BEAUTY project here on my blog, I had no clue what would be in store and that a global pandemic would be part of the picture. But throughout all the craziness, I have so loved this project… it has pushed me to be a better makeup artist, and it stretched my creativity to new heights.
On top of that, I researched and learned more about the Star Signs, and the traits that each carries. All along the way I had ‘aha’ moments, and so many of you told me that the traits did indeed align with your star signs. So amazing to think that although we are so different, we are all made from the same material- and that our personalities are more than just ‘how we were born’. Fascinating stuff!
Read MoreSometimes those IG and FB ads just suck us in, with claims of easy, amazing results... Clever wording and snappy videos make us stop and watch- and sometimes they're enough to make us buy! I'll admit I have purchased my fair share of flops, but these 5 products that have some sort of gimmick or hook ACTUALLY work, and they blew me away!
Read MoreOne area of 'skincare' that gets commonly overlooked is our lips. But just like any area of the face, our lips age and can often feel less plump, hydrated and youthful as they once did. I notice that when I am consistent in my lip care routine, my lip makeup applies so much nicer, I feel less parched and I am not in need of applying balms all day long.
Read MoreOne thing I know a lot about is getting my photo taken. ha! But it’s true… I have a professional photographer that I work with twice a month to grab photos for the blog or social media, and I am on TV every other week too. And like most of you I try to get a family photo taken once a year as well to document my kids at each age. Before that, earlier in my career, I did hair and makeup for at least one hundred brides and also worked freelance on many TV, commercial and magazine shoots. So after all of that- I like to think I have learned a few tried and true tips for better makeup in photos. I want to share 5 of those tips with you- and I hope they come in handy next time you find yourself in front of a camera lens.
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