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MAC @ Erickson Beamon S/S 2012

MAC @ Erickson Beamon S/S 2012

Makeup @ Erickson Beamon S/S 2012

More photos of the look by MAC - more like the step-by-step process, which I felt really privileged to watch as Chantal Miller (MAC Senior Artist) go through and demo for the other artists. They did a few different color combinations as well. I'm hoping to get more...

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Makeup, Hair, & Nails @ Erickson Beamon S/S 2012

Makeup, Hair, & Nails @ Erickson Beamon S/S 2012

Makeup, Hair, & Nails @ Erickson Beamon S/S 2012

WOW! The styling at Erickson Beamon was ridiculous--and I mean that in the best way! After seeing a lot of nude/neutral colors and looks at other shows, it's such a breath of fresh air!

Nonie from Butter London for Beauty.com created pops of color on the...

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NARS @ Joy Cioci S/S 2012

NARS @ Joy Cioci S/S 2012

NARS @ Joy Cioci S/S 2012

“A free-spirited woman in pursuit of love,” said designer Joy Cioci about the inspiration behind her collection. “The pieces are effortless, but luxe with a juxtaposition of soft details and vibrant colors.”

Beauty Breakdown

  • Face: Tinted...

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MAC @ Suno S/S 2012

MAC @ Suno S/S 2012

MAC @ Suno S/S 2012

Beauty Breakdown

  • Face: Studio Moisture Cream - hydrates and illuminates skin, Matchmaster SPF 15 Foundation - buffed lightly over the skin with 188 Brush, Cake Mix Cream Eye Shadow (available S/S 2012) - applied over high planes to highlight
  • Eye: Bisque Eye...

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Beauty.com @ Erin Fetherston S/S 2012

Beauty.com @ Erin Fetherston S/S 2012

Beauty.com @ Erin Fetherston S/S 2012

After VPL, I headed to Erin Fetherston with the Beauty.com team to check out the hair styling by Alterna and nails by Butter London.  There were four different styles for hair, 60s inspired with a sexy-without-spending-an-hour-on-it kind of hair. My favorite was the...

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MAC @ Peter Som S/S 2012

MAC @ Peter Som S/S 2012

MAC @ Peter Som S/S 2012

Beauty Breakdown

  • Face: MAC Pro Sculpting Powder Pro Palette - blended over natural looking skin to emphasize contours, Fleur Power Powder Blush and Peaches Sheertone Blush - blended together and softly dusted over the apples of cheeks with 129 Brush...

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MAC @ Jason Wu S/S 2012

MAC @ Jason Wu S/S 2012

MAC @ Jason Wu S/S 2012

Beauty Breakdown

  • Face: Studio Finish Concealer - perfects skin only where needed, Blot Powder/Press - applied over the center of the face for a polished effect, Silver Dusk Iridescent Powder - dusted above cheekbones, over bridge of nose, and inner...

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MAC @ Doo.RI S/S 2012

MAC @ Doo.RI S/S 2012

MAC @ Doo.RI S/S 2012

Beauty Breakdown

  • Face: Pro Longwear SPF 10 Foundation - applied to achieve flawless matte perfection, Immortal Flower Powder Blush (available S/S 2012) - blended over cheeks for a healthy flush from within, Fusion Gold Metal X Cream Shadow (available S/S...

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Rescue Beauty Lounge Stormy Nail Lacquer

Rescue Beauty Lounge Stormy Nail Lacquer ($18.00 for 0.40 fl. oz.) is described as "moody and mysterious dark gray." It's a dark, neutral gray; it looks a hint blue under really bright light but otherwise rather neutral on me (and typically, if there is blue, it becomes more...

Rescue Beauty Lounge Stormy Nail Lacquer ($18.00 for 0.40 fl. oz.) is described as "moody and mysterious dark gray." It's a dark, neutral gray; it...

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bareMinerals Purely Nourishing Moisturizer Review & Photos

bareMinerals Purely Nourishing Moisturizer Review & Photos

bareMinerals Purely Nourishing Moisturizer

bareMinerals Purely Nourishing Moisturizer ($28.00 for 1.7 oz.) is a lightweight lotion for daily moisturizing needs.  The scent is the same as the rest of the product range--a subtle herbal scent.  I don't find...

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