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I'm back....and it's finally Spring Season!!!

Hello Friends......I’m back!!

I took a very long break, and I’m sorry for being gone.  I have been very busy with work and my personal life the past few months, and posting my updates sorta took the back burner.  BUT no more excuses this year – it’s a clean fresh slate and why not get back on track on the first day of Spring.  J

So with that said……since it’s officially Spring Season, what is one of your favorite makeup products? 

        - Mine is MAC’s Mineralized Skinfinish in Gold Deposit. It’s my go to product when I want to add that illuminating look to my skin.

Share with me your favorite spring products….I’d love to see what you have! J

I'm backk....and IT'S CYBER MONDAY!!! :)

It’s Cyber Monday!  And that means, I’m announcing my first online deal offering my makeup services.  Book an appointment with me to have your makeup done for only $55 (a $85+ value).  Message me for details (purdyfaces@gmail.com).  This offer ends 11/26 at 11:59pm Pacific Time.

Welcome Fall 2012 (Beauty Regimens and Fall Makeup)

Hi Bellas!

I know it’s been a while since I discussed beauty tips.….so why not start back again as we now step into a new season. J  It is now Fall and you know what that means – change of weather for sure but most of all….change of makeup colors, products, etc.; change in your skin care; change in your hair care; just everything related to beauty it all will change.

A few most important things to consider changing from the Summer days to the Fall days are:

-  Face Moisturizer

-  Lip Treatment

-  Foundation

-  Hair Treatment

-  Body Moisturizer

-  Makeup colors/textures (optional)

Face Moisturizer – Since the daily temps are beginning to cool you’ll notice a difference in your skin.  It may become a bit drier, not as soft and silky, and just in a yuck phase.  Definitely start switching your face moisturizer to something a bit more heavy.  You can start slowly by using a face cream during the evenings as you sleep, but continue using your normal-to-light moisturizer during the day.  This will help your skin stay nourished at night so that by the time you wake up in the morning, your skin is at its perfection.  If your skin continues to stay dry and feel not so good, try finding a day face cream  to use throughout the entire day.

Lip Treatment – Similar to your face, you will notice a difference in your lips being a bit more drier or chapped.  Definitely you’ll need to start using a heavier lip treatment to prevent any cracked lips or burns.  Especially since the temps are cooler yet the sun is still out shining, you may not feel your lips getting sun burned, but they will be if you don’t protect them.

Foundation – This goes hand in hand with how your skin is reacting.  Since your skin may be a bit drier, it may be best to pick up a foundation that has more of a moisturizing effect.  Usually liquid or cream foundations can help solve that issue.  Also try mixing your foundations, for example; if your skin is normal/combo try applying a small mix of oil-free and non oil-free foundation together.  You will feel a difference in the way your skin will stay moisturized.  Or, use an oil-free primer and a regular type (non oil-free) foundation.  (This is what I do personally and it works wonders) Those with dry skin, continue using the same foundation you own, but religiously apply a heavy moisturizer on your skin morning/night.  Ladies….it’s an absolute must that your skin is hydrated and moisturized before applying any foundation.  If it’s not, you will see the product begin to separate from your skin and that is not good! LOL

Hair Treatment – Same concept, with colder temps in the air this can also dry your hair out slightly.  Try incorporating deep conditioner treatments at least 2x a week.  Also don’t forget heat protectant sprays….they for sure save your hair from becoming so damaged.  And lastly, don’t keep your hair wet and in a bun.  Keeping your hair wet and then immediately going outside in the cool air can cause dryness immediately (and maybe slight mold)

Body Moisturizer – Same concept as to your face.  Also, try using some body scrubs to help remove any dry skin…..I would say about 2x a week or more (depending on how dry your skin is).  Following body scrubs, you can apply body oils and body creams immediately since your skin is nicely fresh and ready to soak up moister.

Makeup colors/textures – This is definitely optional, but always a plus to incorporate some new fall products.  A few must haves to fall wearing makeup: dark lips, dark bronze eyes and/or matte eye shadows (lay off the uber shimmery shadows, less is more and keep it subtle)

Welcome Fall 2012….I for sure can’t wait to start wearing the fall outfits and of course wearing fall makeup looks.  I hope you all are excited and ready for the new season…if that means shopping for new fall must haves, then even better!  J

We’re back again!! Now booking Model Portfolio sessions – Location is….Miami!!!

Attn Miami:

My very good friend/photographer Michelle Alexandra (www.michellealexandraphoto) and I are coming your way in November.  If you’d like to shoot with us…book your appointment asap!  The schedule is filling up quickly so contact us soon for details.  Email michellealexphoto@gmail.come to discuss logistics.  Hope to see you there!! J

Product Review: Neutrogena Shine Control Foundation

Hello Everyone!

Finally back…and I’m here to give a product review of the new Neutrogena Shine Control foundation.  Now, you all know how much I love my higher end foundations.  I’ve given several reviews and product fav rants on the ones I love, and also I express heavenly that if you’re going to spend $$$ on makeup your foundation should be the first and foremost product to splurge on.  However, on certain an everyday basis you may not want use that higher end foundation, you’d rather leave it for the special moments and may perhaps use more an affordable product.  With that said, I have found (and been testing) a dupe foundation called Neutrogena Shine Control. 

This to me is very similar to the Chanel Perfection Lumiere and MakeupForever HD foundations I use often.  For me, when using the Neutrogena Shine Control, my skin has almost the same finishing results compared to my fav foundations mentioned.  ANNDDD….I tested this foundation while I was on vacation in Louisiana.  While in the south it was the most horrified weather I had experienced in a while. LOL  It was VERY VERY VERY HOT, very humid, and the weather fluctuated with being stormy but also sunny….while still HOT! LOL  So with that said, this Neutrogena foundation held up on my skin pretty well.  I would say you definitely need to use a primer and setting powder if you have combination to oily skin. 

The foundation can be applied with your fingers or brush.  I would say using a buffing brush would be best NOT a traditional foundation brush because it may leave some streaks behind.  When using your fingers I notice the coverage is a bit heavier.  The foundation to begin with is already a slight heavy “light” to medium coverage if that makes sense.  For example, it’s not very sheer or super light at all, there’s some great coverage when applying the first application, but definitely is buildable to a medium coverage, maybe even a full coverage depending on one’s skin.  The downside to this product is it doesn’t come in a wide range of colors. L  The color I use is the darkest one, and for me I feel it’s just a tad shade light….just a tad.  But it’s okay, because as you know it’s easier to darken up your skin with bronzer or sculpting powder if you have a lighter foundation on.  But if having a darker foundation on…that’s impossible to blend and look natural.

So just to recap…

Pros:

·         Foundation finish is similar to Chanel Perfection Lumiere and MakeupForever HD

·         Product can be a slight heavy “light” to medium coverage

·         Product lasts up to 8hrs+ and in hot weather conditions especially when using a primer and setting powder

Cons:

·         Does not come in a wide range of colors

·         Product comes in a glass bottle with NO pump and a thick consistency so can be difficult to extract and apply  

 

I hope you all enjoyed this review; I would say it’s worth a try.  And super affordable because you know at drugstores there’s always some sale you can take advantage of.

Ciao Beauties J xo

June Favorites

Hey Everyone!

It’s June Favsss!!  I know this is a bit tardy since it’s the 2^nd week of July already…but never late than never…right!! J  Soo..for the month of June, I don’t have much to feature.  Only because some may be redundant, so I didn’t feel a need to reintroduce everything, and of course it’s been a whirlwind of a month so I haven’t been able to try new things and they be considered some of my favorites.  Anyhow, lets get started…

Since it’s been hot hot hot, I’ve been loving these two makeup products for the eyes.  They definitely hold up in hot weather conditions:

Makeup Forever Aqua Eyes Liner

My favorite color is 11L.  It’s a nice rich purple color that compliments my brown eyes…and is a perfect pop of color but also a bit subtle

Maybelline Color Tattoo

My favorite shade I’ve been using is ‘bad to the bronze’.  It’s a nice rich brownish bronze color perfect for a summery sunkissed-bronzy look.  I use this as a base/primer before applying my eyeshadow (Woodwinked from MAC…another fav color)

MAC Fix+ Spray

Although this is technically not a setting spray; however, it acts as one on my skin.  I use in the beginning my makeup application to help refresh my skin (it’s original purpose), and then once I’m completed with my face I use again to set but also to take away the powdery look

I thought I’d throw in a favorite from my pro makeup kit

Ardell Lashes # 120 Demi

Love love love this pair.  These lashes are the best applying on most of my clients, I seem to grab for this style often.  And my clients love these as well.  They have the perfect natural wispy look, yet there’s still a bit of drama that helps give that umph to your lashes…especially in photos

Non Makeup Favs

SunBum Lotion

I picked this up in LA at Kitson….and I just love this smell.  It’s like you’re at the beach sunbathing soaking up the rays.  So when I can’t make it the beach or just sit out and sunbath for that matter, I just have a sniff of my arm to get my fix. LOL

I have been in love with wedges this season.  So my feet have been living in these wedges for some time now…hahaha!!  They are by Charles David, another gem I picked up in LA a few weeks ago, and have been wearing them almost every week.  LOL!!  And sooo comfortable I can run in them…okay not sprint, but you get the idea.  (I need to get new pairs so I don’t wear these out….an excuse for another shopping trip J)

I recently picked up this curling by Conair, I think it’s their professional line.  Anyhow, I was in a pinch because mine broke on me while in the middle of getting ready for an appointment, and low n behold I need to finish my other side of hair.  So I rushed out to Ulta since that’s the closest beauty store to me, grabbed this gem and viola I have been loving it since.  It gets really hot which is perfect so I don’t need to hold the barrel so long in my hair, I believe it’s an 1 ½ inch barrel and it just curls amazing.  It actually makes my locks look very full and luscious

This concludes all my favs that I have been adoring for the month of June.  I promise July will be better, because I’m going out of town again to the South, and I will be buying new makeup products to help me survive in that viscous heat. J  I’m not going to go all crazy and apply loads of makeup, BUT…I still want to look glam but effortless.  I think I plan on picking up a few BB creams to try and a few cream blushes, maybe a new setting powder as well.  Sooo look out for next months favorites for sure….I will feature some special stuff I just know….I’ll be on shopping hunts finding new gems to share

Anyhow…..hope you all are enjoying your summer so far.  Stay cool yet enjoy the weather……and until the next post, have a good day!

Ciao Beauties! J xo