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Summer is a time for embracing sunshine, carefree vibes, and of course, a touch of effortless elegance when it comes to beauty. As a makeup artist who loves a natural, elegant, and timeless aesthetic, I’m excited to share some ways to achieve that effortless elegance this summer. The Luminous Canvas This summer, it is all […]
We are officially well on our way into spring and the earth is in that time of transition from cold days and nights into a warmer weather pattern. At least in theory, as right now, I’m still wearing wool socks and boots as the weather has not started to cooperate just yet. But, as we […]
Makeup has become a staple in many people’s daily routines, and for good reason. While it can enhance our physical appearance, it can also boost our self-confidence. In this blog post, we will explore how makeup can help improve our self-esteem and provide tips for using it to boost confidence. The Complex Relationship Between Makeup […]
While there are many things that you want to have perfect for your wedding day, your bridal makeup is the one that has the most potential to be overlooked. Your pictures will last a lifetime, and given all the time you spend planning your wedding, you don’t want to look back on them with any […]
Spring is here, and I love the fresh air and the bright sunshine so much that I am spending all non-working hours outside in the backyard. I’ve rounded up my current favorite products, which happen to be mostly organic beauty products. I’m using these products day in and day out for those Spring beauty vibes. […]
It’s that time of the year. Spring is officially here, and winter weather is on its way out. Well almost. I am looking forward to the warmer weather and hopefully a little bit more rain as California has been super dry this winter. As the weather starts to warm up, it’s time to rethink […]
It’s early in the morning. The kids are fussy. They were up too many times the night before. You want to go back to bed, but that’s not an option. Or you hit the snooze button one too many times, and you are late for work. At this point you think, there’s no way I […]
After a crazy 2020, it looks like 2021 will bring more of the same for at least the first quarter. Until March 2020, my clients have always seen me in person for makeup lessons. However, with the continued social distancing and shelter-in-place guidelines, face-to-face makeup application and lessons are not an option for everyone; therefore, […]
It’s no secret that 2020 was a difficult year for almost everyone. Between the working from home, the kids schooling from home, and everyone just being at home together, we are now spending more and more time online and on video. Being on camera might include, teaching, giving a presentation, virtual meetings or maybe just […]
