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March 2011

OILY SKIN? MATTIFYING FOR OIL CONTROL



I'm asked often about oil control and mattifying products - timely because higher temperatures and Summer are right around the corner - meaning more oil production usually.  Mattifying gels and lotions are great to use either alone without any makeup - this gives the appearance of perfect pores and luminosity without that oil slick - also under your foundation - mixed in with your foundation (as in the Make Up For Ever product) - and applied over your makeup for extra shine and oil control.  This summer try any of these application tips for your perfect complexion. 
 
MAKE UP FOR EVER
All Mat
Face Matifying Primer

Bridal Makeup 2011

The All Mat Matifying Primer formula is based on an oil-free and colorless powdered gel  providing extreme comfort. Designed to absorb the excess of sebum, it leaves the skin soft without a hint of shine. 

TIP: All Mat can also be used as a make up primer.  Applied in a thin and even layer (I use a foundation brush), it makes make up application easier and provides long-lasting results. It can easily be blended with a foundation or make up primer to enhance the matifying properties of make up.







FACE TO FACE
Super Matte Antishine

Bridal Makeup 2011


This innovative product has been uniquely formulated to matte the shine of oily skin. Most of the large makeup manufacturers have tried to duplicate this product with no success. Super Matte Antishine has been used by leading film and television actors.  It leaves skin feeling fresh and taut and won't produce that "caked on" feeling you get from powder. It is available in three sheer shades: light, medium, and dark. Antishine is great not only for women, but also for men's palms, foreheads and balding scalps.  (Always in my professional kit.)










PETER THOMAS ROTH
Anti-Shine Mattifying Gel

Bridal Makeup 2011 Brides by Lisa

An advanced mattifying gel formulated with powerful oil absorbing and pore minimizing properties.  Absorbs shine and controls excess oil and perspiration on contact without stripping skin’s natural moisture. Helps makeup stay fresh longer while creating a lasting, clear, satiny
matte finish.

TIP:  A perfect product for men too!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

Dolce and Gabbana Summer 2011 Teaser


 
There is NO doubt about it NEON is big for Spring/Summer 2011.   I like these teasers from D&G - impeccable color from their incredible SS 2011 NAIL VARNISH COLLECTION - to compliment perfectly their vivid LIPSTICK and other color cosmetic colors.  Can you love it?  I can.  VIVID, NEON colors just burshing with color for this summer!
 
MIDNIGHT - isn't it incredible pigment?  I MUST HAVE.

cf nailvarnish 170 midnight pr












SHOCKING - another incredible color ready for the neon colors of this year!  MUST WEAR.

cf nailvarnish 220 shocking pr 











FIRE - a scrumptuous HOT orange neon for those summer nights you want some heat.

cf nailvarnish 125 fire pr.jpg
 
 
 








Be sure and check out their website at www.dolcegabbanamakeup.com for all of their amazing innovative cosmetics - sure to tease and please!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Perfect Skin Prep

(BE SURE TO CLICK THE LINKS/PRODUCT NAMES FOR THEIR WEBSITES)

 
HOW DO THEY LOOK SO FRESH? In my line of work I run across a plethora (I love that word) of beauty and skin products every single day.  It can be intimidating even for me in the business - I can only imagine how it is for my clients.  What to buy, what to try, what on earth to TRUST?

Here are a couple of great products I recommend and to whom:

 
LORAC makeupPREPGentle Skin Resurfacer

Bridal Makeup 2011


This gentle resurfacing cream contains the exclusive PROmc3, an earth mineral complex of Calcium, Magnesium, and Aluminum along with hydrating Jojoba Beads that leave your skin looking youthful, healthy and clear. 
 
TIP: I recommend this for everyone that needs a special de-DULLifying - which frankly is everyone - use sparingly, GENTLY and no more than 2x a week on average.  Overuse will cause skin problems.  Less in this case is more.  An amazing product for most all - but those with skin eruptions or major acne.  Avoid the eye area.
 






Pure Enzymes30ml


This gentle, exfoliating mask harnesses the natural power of cranberry enzymes and lactic acid to tenderly scrub away facial impurities and decongest blocked pores. As active ingredients exfoliate, protect and revitalize the skin, potent, oil-free moisturizers add a dewy softness to blemish-prone skin. 
TIP:  Safe to use after your gentle cleanser 2-3x per week.  Avoid the eye area.  Pure Enzymes is a great way to “clean up” the last traces of sloughing skin following a peel and jumpstart the recovery process. For best results, apply five days after peel.
 












3605531530285 0.5oz RENERGIE-MICROLIFT-EYE-RARE-LIFTER


Immediate lifting, lasting repositioning*. Inspired by eye-lifting surgical techniques, Rénergie Microlift Eye R.A.R.E.™ Lifter Helps recreate a younger, lifted look in the delicate eye area. At the same time, the unique R.A.R.E.™ oligopeptide helps to re-bundle collagen**. The eye contour regains a visibly lifted smoother, naturally youthful look. 
TIP:  WHAT DO I SAY?  THIS STUFF JUST PLAIN WORKS.  It's simply amazing and I recommend it for everyone over 35.  Those younger girls can switch over to the Renergie Eye line for their own perfect formula.
 




 


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