After being asked for years to post video tutorials, I finally did it! During this shelter in place, I wanted a creative outlet to stay connected. Finding ways to encourage others that might have similar beauty challenges during this time, I am happy to be able to assist y'all! So I present, the first of many videos! Fixing Root Color TemporarilyThe reason I am presenting this is because I personally didn’t like the root color spray by itself, nor do I like the root touch up kits. I find the touch up kits pricey and not as pigmented or dense of color, for my taste. Also, self dying kits at home are tricky and you can really damage your already colored hair for future appointments. And who wants to spend more money to fix something that expensive when you can do this!
Click HERE to watch the video on IGTV. Full breakdown and links of what I used, you can find below. I only needed 2 products to help me get the desired effect! First, I used MAC Eyeshadow in Mystic (**discontinued), but if you have dyed hair darker than your roots, any pigmented eyeshadow that matches your hair color will work. Using a sponge, I generously applied the color to my roots. You can use as much color in as many places as you see fit, to get the coverage you want. Second, I used L'Oréal Magic Root Color Spray, $10.99. Using the spray, I literally sprayed enough to balance out the eyeshadow coverage, creating a thicker and more believable color. If your eyeshadow alone gives you the color coverage needed, you only need to use hairspray to seal it in, (seal = to keep color in place and possibly wear the next day, or until your next shampoo). I am using the two products to help get my desired color effect. On my scalp, (I do not have an oily scalp) this coverage lasts a few days with minimal touchups for me. If you are blonde, hiding darker roots, you can find: blonde, platinum, white, as well as silver and gold, (if you want to have fun with it, as I explained in the video). Enjoy the tutorial... please let me know what videos you want to see next! **You can find your desired eyeshadow color in eyeshadows from products such as, Huda Beauty and other similar brands.
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W3LL PEOPLE'S Mission (from their website); W3LL PEOPLE is an uncommon beauty dream team founded by an elite makeup artist, cosmetic dermatologist and treehugging entrepreneur. We're passionate about making positive choices in life, particularly when it comes to self care. Skin, our largest organ, absorbs about 80% of what we put on it. This crucial fact drives our mission to create super premium quality cosmetics without using the potentially harmful artificial chemicals found in most conventional makeup. Our modern approach to beauty is built on simplicity, authenticity and performance. We get that you want minimalist makeup, but need instant gratification. You'll find our delightfully stylish products unmatched in delivering a natural "no-makeup" look. State-of-the-art, premium non-toxic formulas effortlessly deliver flawless coverage and soothing protection that's unbelievably light. With W3LL PEOPLE you don't just look good, you feel good. Join us in our crazy beautiful dream and look naturally fabulous every step along the way. Get out and get you some! W3LL PEOPLE is getting a lot of my attention lately. Having such diverse clientele, this brand has become my one stop shop. With the different allergies to cosmetics and personal skin issues that my clients have, I found myself turning to this brand for answers, time and time again. W3LL PEOPLE have products that benefit my sensitive skin clients for televised events, as well as live events, print work, and television performances. It also looks gorgeous for every day wear, and at a reasonable price point. Products I carry in my kit: Bio Correct Multi Action Concealer Realist Invisible Setting Powder Altruist Foundation Powder Nudist Multi-Use Duo Natural Highlight and Contour Duo Nudist Lip Butter W3LL PEOPLE'S Mission Statement, (from their website): At W3LL PEOPLE, our gorgeously good for you cosmetics contain premium natural ingredients with an emphasis on superior performance. There are NO potentially toxic chemicals, preservatives or petro ingredients, not even a little bit, ever. What our plant-based makeup does contain are a host of hydrating and therapeutic botanicals, including organic aloe, organic chamomile and organic green tea. About the owners; W3LL PEOPLE is an uncommon beauty dream team founded by an elite makeup artist, cosmetic dermatologist and treehugging entrepreneur. Shirley Pinkson James Walker Renee Snyder, M.D. Be sure to check stop by the North or South Austin locations. They provide multiple services; including one-on-one time with a makeup artist, or a skin care appointments by licensed skin care professionals.
Last year, I took fought with a few different brands of tinted moisturizers and BB cremes. I loved the Dr. Jart+ Premium Beauty Balm SPF 45 out of all of them, but this year I wanted something different. And, with our cold one week, warm and humid the next week weather, it really has affected my skin and my foundation choices. (Side note: I change my foundation to a tinted moisturizer in the fall/winter because my skin shows more dryness patches and to fight the wind, sun and other free radicals.) So far, I have tried Laura Mercier, Oil-Free Tinted Moisturizer against the Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Tinted Moisturizer and the Hourglass Illusion Hyaluronic Skin Tint. To be fair, I only tried the Hourglass on a client, I don't know that I loved it. I really need to try it on my skin. But now I want to try the Dior Hydra Life BB Creme, (hahaha, whoa.... ) there are too many products to choose from. When I go back to Sephora to return the Laura Mercier, I will purchase the caudalie today. Also asking for couple samples from Hourglass, Dior and any other types my Sephora consultant suggestions. I posted the reasons below for the why and why nots. Feel free to ask any questions if you have them! Let's keep this conversation going! 1. Dr. Jart+ Premium Beauty Balm = Best SPF coverage, lightweight, light coverage, but a bit oily faster than I like. 2. Laura Mercier Oil-Free Tinted Moisturizer = SPF smells was very strong, very oily application, then faded into matte. But brought out my lines and got oily pretty quick. 3. Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Tinted Moisturizer = lightweight, really light coverage. Blurs imperfections better than previous two products. This battle to be continued....
Another amazing product that will have you glowing is Make Up For Ever's; Desire Me Cheek Set, $49. This limited edition set was inspired by the 50 Shades of Gray film. You have 3 gorgeous colors that blush, highlight and glow. You can use them individually or all together to create your very own look. I have even used them as eyeshadows, (as package suggested) and they are really a beautiful addition to any makeup kit. Personal and professional. The kit also includes a MUFE Pro contour brush and a very sexy travel bag. Be sure to get them while they last! Even though I still ADORE the following 2 eyeliners listed below in the previous blog! I stumbled upon the Cover Girl Ink It! By Perfect Point Plus, around $5. The colors glide on smoothly without skipping, dragging or pulling. There are bright bold colors, it REALLY lasts all day, it is NOT a liquid liner. And there is minimal smudging. This really is a great stay put product. I even wore the Black Ink & Golden Ink together, with little movement throughout the very humid hot day. I even walked a couple miles to dinner in the heat and high humidity. My entire face was dripping sweat but my makeup stayed put! YAY for great new products! Eyeliner – a cosmetic for the eyelids, usually applied in a thin line close to the lashes to accentuate the eyes. Even though we all know what eyeliner is, there are many ways, and types of liners to purchase. I have had my favorites in the past but now, I have found the holy grail of LIQUID LINERS! That’s right, no smudge, no thick cracks of liner! Smooth, and beautiful for hours! Sephora-Collection Long-Lasting 12HR Wear Eyeliner is my absolute favorite liquid liner. And for only $12, it’s a steal! At Sephora you can get this collection of ultra-pigmented eyeliners to create strong, beautiful lines. It’s very pigmented and there are 12 shades to choose from. Amazing! In a very close second favorite is Kat Von D’s Tattoo Liner, $18. A liquid liner pen that works on the face and body. It comes in 5 shades. It is not as awesomely pigmented as the Sephora liner, but if you are new at liquid liner application. This is the product for you. It turns your nervous fingers into a pro with a few applications! br /> I love using both for different occasions. And the BEST part is they BOTH last for 12 hours. The Sephora Collection liner wore beautifully with nothing on my eyes EXCEPT the liner. No primer, no shadow! It’s such a MUST HAVE product. New Years is right around the corner everyone! And you know you want that makeup to wear fabulously for your all night adventure!!!!! (Excerpts taken from our facebook conversation) Miss Fabulous LV Question: I was wondering if you could recommend a full coverage foundation for my dark circles and blotchy skin like what you used for the photo shoot. I've never looked better than when you did me girl! Thanks in advance, and remember I live in a DRY climate! I need a good covering foundation, nothing really works for me and I will be 59 in two weeks. I need product HELP! FireMakeup: Happy Early Birthday! I have a few products to recommend to you, some from Sephora, and others from your local drug store or Ulta, everyone has different price points, it's easier not to assume. So I will list
SIDENOTE: I have been getting ALOT of compliments for what foundation I use. Every time I walk into MAC, one of the trainer/managers consistently asks what is on my skin. It's the Smashbox Halo Powder, (from the set in #2 listed above). With #4 foundation. The combination looks great on me, even in this Texas humidity. And if I have to get some extra-dew off my skin, I just blot with the nearest CLEAN tissue and apply MAC Blot Pressed Powder in Medium, $24. Question from Megan: Could you possibly do a tutorial for the different colors of brown eyes? I have very dark brown eyes. Unlike a lot of people with brown eyes my color has no gold in them at all, in fact, they seem to pull a little purple. Every tutorial for brown eyes seems to lean to a warmer brown. Megan, you lucky girl! Your eye color can get away with wearing more shades of eyeshadow than almost all the other eye colors! One rule to remember is any color lighter or darker than your own will attract attention to your brown beauties. My favorites are shades of blue, steel blue/grey, plum, eggplant, tans, golds, such as those that are in MAC Cosmetics Mineralize Eye Quads, $19.50 in Odd Bits or Assemblage: Depending on your skin type, you can also choose from any of the MAC Cosmetics Mineralize Eye Duos, $19.50 in Sea & Sky, Earthly Riches, Family Silver, Fresh Green Mix or Bright Side, Gallery Gal: Oh you have so many to choose from! One quick way of achieving a stunning, and light contour look: 1. Use one of your deeper tones and apply on the outer corner of your eyelid following the outer edge, softly blend toward the center of your eye, but keep a light hand, then you can apply more if need be. 2. Then apply your highlight shadow under your brow and blend into your crease where your lid and crease meet. 3. Apply either the same color as your highlight or a tone deeper than highlight, (2) but lighter than your contour, (1). Enjoy your trip to the makeup store Megan! Green eyes are so diverse in color, there are so many ways to enhance this color of eyes! But you need to have the correct colors. Color Selection: To get off to a good start you need to pick colors that really make your green eyes stand out. Anything with a red or pink base will bring out the yellow gold in your green beauties, such as Dior’s 5 Color Shadow compact in Stylish Move, $56. Or if you want to enhance the green only, choose colors like copper, gold, and chocolate. Such as MAC’s Mineralize Eye Shadow Quad in Natural Flare, $19.50. Remember to be careful while selecting color. If you are feeling brave and want to try a shade of blue, make sure that blue is almost black, such as MAC’s Eye Shadow in Contrast, $14.50. Otherwise, most shades of blue will take away from your Green eyes. One great way to utilize all these colors is to pick a deep color from your quad or 5 shadow, and apply to your eye lid and blend into your crease (sort of asmokey eye wash). Choose the lightest shade possible for your highlight color and apply to your brow bone. (If the color is too deep for a highlight there, blend with another highlight color you love instead.) Then use a black liner pencil and line the INNER rim of your lower eye lid. Apply a thin line of black liner to your eye lid, and smudge into the eyeshadow you have already applied. Then, line the bottom of your lower lash line with the same color as your smokey wash. And now you have not only brought out the pop in your green eyes, but achieved a sassy and sexy look too! Next time you want to dip into your new tones, you can repeat the same steps with the other color you didn’t already choose for another new look! The possibilities are endless!
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AuthorJessi Pagel is a makeup and hair artist working in commercial, lifestyle, corporate, editorial, tv and live events. This blog has everything from how-to's to the adventures of her life and works in progress. Archives
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