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Having worked at the cosmetic counters for twenty years, the most troublesome product women have finding is foundation. There are so many kinds, so many colors and so many different ways to apply that learning trigonometry can seem easier. In this article, I hope to demystify this cosmetic staple for you, which can be as simple as 1, 2, 3.
The basic types of foundation are liquid, which come in different versions, either moisturizing and oil-free; powder, which is great to use either alone or on top of …

Put away your old powder puff and foundation brush and start transitioning to today’s cosmetic airbrush systems. If you haven’t already heard of it, airbrushing is the modern method of makeup application which utilizes a highly pressurized “gun” and compressor to turn liquid foundation into a fine mist that spreads evenly on your face. With the advent of HD cameras, the regular powder-and-paint no longer works since pores and other imperfections become apparent during close-ups. Airbrushing removes this problem by giving far better coverage and results, compared to what can …

For the seventh consecutive year, makeup artists, beauty bloggers and industry insiders joined together this past weekend for The Makeup Show NYC. And of course, BeautyStat was hot on the scene to experience all the latest and greatest products from the biggest brands in the biz. Major companies including M·A·C, MAKEUP FOR EVER, YSL, NARS, INGLOT, Stila, and Smashbox were all part of the landscape, including some lesser known brands with some spanking-new products to introduce. Here, I’ve rounded up all the trends, standouts, and unique up-and-comers worth …

Dinair has always remained in my mind as one of the first airbrush makeup brands. With over one-hundred airbrush makeup shades, they are giving both men and women the option to apply cosmetics via an airbrush tool for a more flawless, professional coverage. You can stencil on eyebrows; pop on some blush; plump up your lip line — all via an airbrush system.
Dinair was designed by the brand’s president and founder Dina Ousley over twenty-five years ago for the demanding needs of film, television and also high definition. Nowadays, I see …

They some some items are indeed collectors items and true works of art, but would you pay $1 million for a perfume bottle? Martin Katz, visionary extraordinaire, teamed up with DKNY to come up with the Be Delicious truly “Golden” edition in every way. The “Golden Delicious” fragrance bottle is inspired by the lights of New York City and the gems are sourced from all around the world.

If I personally plunked down the spare $1 million I have lying around on this bottle, I would be tempted to just stare …

In case you were wondering, makeup DOES matter. The proof is in the pudding.
A few weeks ago, I went to get a makeover from Alison Raffaele, makeup artist extraordinaire and someone who really knows her formulations. I was introduced to Alison’s products a few years ago at The Makeup Show and have become a diehard fan since then. Her products are not simply effective, they’re also true complexion care (hence, her branding).
I have a tendency to be super sensitive to just about everything: chemically-treated water, pollen, and virtually every harsh …

I guess I’ve always had a lot of hair. And, much like its owner, it’s always been a bit indecisive. As a baby, I was born with a head of hair, which promptly fell out in the coming months. As it grew back, my hair manifested itself as thin, fine, and straight. Then as I got older, my thin, fine hair, turned into a thick, wavy mess. Now, as I settle into my early twenties, my hair has settled into a nice thick curl.

Before (Straight, sleek, curl-less)
When I was in …

Let’s face it, dear readers. This is the age of the longest lash. We’ve seen so many products to hit the market, but our staple — the mascara– remains our wand of choice when it comes to amplifying lashes. Today’s guest post comes from Adina Zilberman of KraseyBeauty, who takes her quest for the perfect mascara into verse.
There once was one very fair maiden- and a princess no less! Both honest and kind, just- and sweet as a warm spring day, she ruled the land with her heart in …

A few weeks ago, the annual awards of the Fragrance Foundation were held. Known as the FiFis, these awards are the Oscars of the industry. There were, like any awards shows, a few surprises and a few past winners who took home another award this year.
One of the highlights was seeing Bond No.9 win not just one but two FiFis. Bond No. 9 has been nominated several years running but had never won. This year they took honors for their Astor Place and Brooklyn scents. While Astor Place …

Each year, the Makeup Show in New York brings together the best and brightest of makeup artists and makeup products under one terrific roof. This year, the quality of the participants was beyond stellar, with brands that included Mac Pro, Temptu, Alison Raffaele Cosmetics, Mehron, Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics and Makeup Forever.
As we expected, Makeup Forever’s new waterproof Aqua Creams stole the show. These are versatile WATERPROOF colors that are so multipurpose that they’ll transform your entire face single handedly. We’re talking color for the eyes, lips and cheeks!

The pigments are …