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Anti-Shine Instant Matte Cream for Oily Control - NURTURING FORCE

Lisa Johnson
 
 
Blot Out Offensive shine + oil control cream
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Our Blot Out Offensive™ makes skin into an instant matte / anti-shine canvas for you to apply makeup, a HD primer and barrier cream that controls oil secretion throughout the day, providing excellent adhesion for all Airbrushed applications (Water, Alcohol & Silicone Airbrushed Foundations), all Foundations including: Liquids, Powders, Creams Makeup, Mineral Makeup + Body Art.    $24.00 @ www.nurturingforce.com
 

This is Not A Gel Product, but a fast absorbing cream, makeup does not slip, slide, crack or bubble as with other anti-shine liquids and gels. Our • Paraben-Free• Silicone-Free• Alcohol-Free formula moisturizes as it Solves & Controls Shine + Oil Problems on the skin - Face, Body, Head - Non-Drying + Without Irritation.
 
Moisturizes as it Solves and Controls Oil + Shine Problems
Ideal for Sensitive Skin • Feels Good On + Good For the Skin
Use as a Primer Before Applying All Types of Makeup or Use Alone
Fast Absorbing Cream Formula Provides Great Adhesion for Makeup • Make Your Application Last
Barrier Cream that Slows Degradation of Makeup
Eliminate Shine On Sealed Prosthesis
Not a Gel Product! No Slipping, Crawling, Creeping, Cracking or Bubbling of Makeup
A Must for Sensible • Sensitive Skincare • Helps Blemish Prone Skin • Great for Hormonal Skin Changes
Paraben-Free • Silicone-Free • Alcohol-Free
No Added Colors • No Added Fragrances • No Animal Testing
 
 
 
 
 
 

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!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

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

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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.
 




 


Nashville Makeup Artist - Skincare 2011 - Beauty Nashville - Nashville Beauty

Beautiful Skin = Consistent Skin Care

THE BASIC RITUAL
~A good cleanser appropriate for your skin-type - am & pm.
~Make-up remover and cleanser at night.
~Toner for your skin type - NON ALCOHOL after cleansing.
~Daily moisturizer appropriate for your current skin.
~A weekly or 2x weekly mask to deep clean and nurture.
~A GENTLE exfoliant once to several times a week.
~Eye cream and lip conditioner are nice to have on hand too.THE BASIC RITUAL
~Night moisturizer for your particular skin type and seasonal need.
 
 
Nashville Bridal Makeup - Lisa Johnson - Brides by Lisa - www.bridesbylisa.com
If you are not already acquainted with a skincare routine - Try to start your skincare plan at least six months to one year before your wedding day to ensure your skin is properly cared for and looking its best. You don’t want to wait until the month of your wedding to start using new products because you could develop an allergic reaction to some products which could take up to two months to clear. Or the opposite can occur and it could take 30-60 days for new products to really work their magic.
 
 
 
On the morning of your wedding, skip the lotions, toners or any products that will be between your skin and your makeup before you get your makeup done. Let your makeup artist do their complete skin prep (I DO THIS STEP FOR YOU) - this is optimal for a few reasons...mainly, they know their products and what skin products to use in coordination. This step will help your makeup adhere to your skin better with less chance of slippage when you start to get hot and sweat, because there is a fine line between a sweaty shine and a dewy glow. Be sure to let your makeup artist know about your skin concerns so that they may use additional products if necessary to help achieve the best application. Throughout the day and evening, avoid the temptation to apply too much pressed or loose powder to absorb shine because you will only cake on the powder, so use blotting sheets (oil absorbing papers) which are the best way to eliminate shine and not smudge your makeup. Sometimes even adding the simplest efforts to your routine can help your skin look more luminous:
 
drinking eight glasses of water daily,
cutting back on caffeine and alcohol consumption,
keeping a gentle and appropriate skincare routine (!),
not stressing out about the little details before your wedding
and getting plenty of rest the week of will help your skin glow and allow your makeup artist to make you into the beautiful blushing bride you dream of!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Lisa Johnson is a Nashville bridal makeup artist, also a makeup artist for red carpet, celebrity, music videos, print ad, HDTV, as well as an instructor. She is much sought after by discerning commercial and bridal clients. Beautiful faces are her calling card. View her bridal work at www.bridesbylisa.com  and commercial portfolio www.lisajohnsonmua.com
 
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