Back to School - Teen Queen II

<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibUaLBq4BKV4jvCtGz5AE4eIroDzkSt1_Nunp_zx6s2ikwBGCfCW8HZTzm5Ca6WXU-QCR3Mo_VLNQAlouV7XO7phcKg2qc5auDk_fkRj_i1dN6WNG_-eu5lZNzGQK0srVNuywviuZWqRY/s1600-h/gal_clothes4.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP2ZJcTuMy7nHhD05GK8NH73vqRFXtAreZb3jYWdGv4mndJ5kUVdZMK6ipehj4WyI_JtXQJU6UU_L1SPu0I4b4jk6l6bNV4oQCrQ0Gggxq0R4fIp1NhIASEDNrr2dLwG3rvGD5hQpXjlk/s1600-h/0,,6104840,00.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377008569327213698" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP2ZJcTuMy7nHhD05GK8NH73vqRFXtAreZb3jYWdGv4mndJ5kUVdZMK6ipehj4WyI_JtXQJU6UU_L1SPu0I4b4jk6l6bNV4oQCrQ0Gggxq0R4fIp1NhIASEDNrr2dLwG3rvGD5hQpXjlk/s400/0,,6104840,00.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 316px; height: 360px;" /></a><br /><!--StartFragment--> <p class="MsoNormal">This <b><i>Pro</i></b> is not only a makeup artist, but I am a mom too and more importantly, I have teenagers!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>In a past <b><i>IMPO</i></b> post titled <i>Teen Queen</i>, I mentioned a few of my <i>“pet peeves”</i> when it comes to teen girls who <i>must</i> put loads of makeup on their pretty faces in order to feel confident or to <i>“fit in!”</i><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>This post will be a little different, it is time to go back to school and that means it is time to help your teen get prepped for the upcoming year.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">As parents we shop for new clothes, school supplies and other back to school <i>“must haves,”</i> but have you ever stopped to consider that <i>now</i> is the perfect time to replenish your teen’s supply of skincare and makeup?</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377008820946940994" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibUaLBq4BKV4jvCtGz5AE4eIroDzkSt1_Nunp_zx6s2ikwBGCfCW8HZTzm5Ca6WXU-QCR3Mo_VLNQAlouV7XO7phcKg2qc5auDk_fkRj_i1dN6WNG_-eu5lZNzGQK0srVNuywviuZWqRY/s320/gal_clothes4.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 190px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Go through your teen’s accoutrement of facial wash, moisturizer, sunscreen and all cosmetics.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Throw out the gross, expired, crusted, stinky product and shop for some new items.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><i>And</i>, it is o.k. for your teen to express herself when it comes to her individual look.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Embrace her differences, encourage her to play up her most outstanding features (eyes, lips, skin) and help her cover those areas that she feels are embarrassing, like acne or other skin issues.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377009163901587986" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_c2ehk4kSCyD4VYlgju2j-CYgdqCKv_lkQzklgK3F0WnvSCL2Gb3S8k22fR6yJkxFimcbVuV3SHF2vMwTBu69L1wJp7lcdYZUm0HTyY0s7wmS5LKNO8N5oCzCCFn7VpVqmNSaLTAumVQ/s320/teens.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">When I was a teenager I wanted to change my looks so badly!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I didn’t like my face, my hair or the fact that I was 5 feet taller than everyone else!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Instead of being guided to <i>appreciate</i> my gorgeous green eyes, high cheekbones or the fact that I had perfect skin at the age of 14, all I wanted was to look like someone else!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I hated my nose, my hair was not blonde enough, I was too tall and it took several agonizing years before I was able to be thankful for what I was born with!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377009500898102018" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO_TpOSHtNsYitv6LBlQlt-x84sU8AQOLnWoYKzjJdNkf02PEcgtE4eMjCtF_5l-MRvXeJtyeSghACeR3Xys6J4s5S6mbuWZ2gUGh5KvbYmmISUYckoG_h6pCNCs0Kvyekw6P87PCOpz4/s320/ali+michael+black+and+white+2.jpg.png" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 237px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Junior High is the <i>worst</i> time for teens!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>High school is a little easier, but not much.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Your teen is in <i>desperate</i> need for a parent’s approval and attention, but at the same time, she or he wants their independence and privacy!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Others who are huge influences surround them and if you are not careful, your teen will latch on to someone they think is the ultimate and that can spell disaster.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">I try hard to be the <i>“cool” </i>mom by listening to my teenager’s needs; feelings, anxieties and I try to help however I can.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Sometimes all I can do is listen and offer good old mom advice like, <i>“tomorrow will be a better day!”</i> And one of the most important things I do is to <i>accept</i> and <i>inspire</i> my teen’s individuality.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377011862199268290" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwgx5MtxjxV-84H9EsHuvfYSc0JQWP3eyo9c0QGf0R_3Mb9FgTa4knpV9k8U6V-EmezBn2B7mPcjq_Fudewy6g062TLqtPWcCfJHh0Uzk4C2i0KAeY84pKvf9EMlrUCkHbfE34M403d8E/s320/retro39.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Now, I am <i><b>not</b></i> an expert and I am <b><i>not</i></b> here to lecture anyone who is reading this blog post, but I <b><i>am</i></b> going to advise other parents in my position to set aside a few dollars and go shopping for products that will boost your teen’s confidence and help them brave a new school year.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">It is worth every penny and it is an investment in the one person who will <b><i>not</i></b> appreciate your effort on the outside, but on the inside loves you more than you know!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>That is tough love, but I’ll take it!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377012121941604818" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0kgMjZNOCEPJrcZvBZ1iFmuYaUiUbevC88yNp9fpRV2xffJ1PTT65nmaRLy3HZXHM-6xCdE_ZJrPN6MMyre6706iTrUZKQbq5_0eWo3fP0RtCAaBNiprM92C3zzQBteF_8g6jnwq31ps/s320/090805-fashion-vmed-10a.widec.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 243px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">This <b><i>Pro</i></b> has tested more beauty products for teens than I ever care to admit and I will tell you that most have gone straight into the garbage because they either clog the pores of the skin or they damage the hair or they make beautiful, young ladies look like tramps.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">But, there are many products that I do love and have given to my own teens to wear and use with much success.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Here is a list of the <i>“goods”</i> that have this <b><i>Pro’s</i></b> seal of approval:</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><a href="http://www.janmarini.com/">Jan Marini Teen Clean</a></i></b> – this skincare line is top notch and helps to fight <i>all</i> adolescent skin concerns.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>This is a 3-step program that includes a wash, lotion and daily face protectant. It is amazing on skin that is changing and developing and that may be suffering from more major acne issues.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Jan Marini says, <i>“most sun damage occurs before the age of 10 and at least 80% of sun damage happens before the age of 18!”</i><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I cannot stress enough the <i>importance</i> of giving your daughter or son a good skincare regime that includes proper sunscreen.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Think about it – did <i>your</i> mom make you wash your face every morning and night and apply sunscreen before you left for school?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>How do you <i>feel</i> about your own skin right now?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Enough said!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377012287082436578" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizT4hBB_xF6qGHtOlA1Hm4kWsBLaV80OODbqmFxjkjTRi9Q90fM-xJHY2yICz5bwv_-GT1EkQV3qo7JzYELTXu8GcgrzxEi82mrlXGYWcD7XbszgyJ7HLF38LGo2RgVyQ0anF5OEuNuLI/s320/6056.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><br /></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><a href="http://www.dermalogica.com/us/#/home">Dermalogica Clean Start</a></i></b> – this product line does <i>not</i> have a bejeweled jar or glittered packaging like most teens love however, what it does have is a star-studded following and user base like the cast from <i>The Suite Life of Zack and Cody</i> and <i>Wizards of Waverly Place</i>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>The kit contains a foaming cleanser, toner, scrub, two daytime moisturizers, a nighttime moisturizer, spot treatment for blemishes and a lip moisturizer.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>It does not have a sunscreen so you will want to purchase a facial protectant to accommodate this regime.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I like this line for more dry to normal skin with few acne issues.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377012503867958706" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGltoQ1nL5VOWDrx9Fb7mk8m7JhwAAvgKioWJm9MqxHQLHZgQ0SZDmqXD5xfWNIK_s34V2G-rN16p5xTIiO1d9DL_Ja2yqOwA1XGf2U71KZZLQ698-i-UzGRAj3Hxcv1OervrsfoPSCaM/s320/DM_106_CS_KIT_A.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">It is important to instill in your teen the effectiveness of cleansing and you must show them how to maintain, prevent breakouts and protect their skin everyday.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Starting them off with good skin habits will last a lifetime and when they are in there 30’s they will thank you for nagging them!</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Foundation, concealer and powder are part of the skincare <i>team</i> and it is mandatory to purchase good cosmetic formulas that are made to work along side your skincare and not against it!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Mineral lines are great for teens and the only line that I approve of is <b><i><a href="http://www.purelycosmetics.com/">Purely Cosmetics</a></i></b>.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377012677272447778" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUeUV1z9a-CpppHNf33vhVEX27-4XM3OnKmf9_nJEbK2s53og2gv0ZEdgOnNGFByiFVaTKxEPaKyf5Cew8DvhjP7_GsX8_aoL5ofVGAyPRpLtBwqp46V3q6COBGXb_lEFHNg8oXCbHjko/s320/2756350469_77d9a9e841_o.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 286px; height: 258px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><br /></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><a href="http://www.purelycosmetics.com/">Purely Cosmetics</a></i></b> is great for teen skin because it contains 100% natural ingredients that have no bismuth, talc, micronized minerals or other skin irritants.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>This product line is formulated by hand to match the exact skin tone and it will effectively cover minor to major skin blemishes without clogging the pores.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><i>Purely’s</i> color line is <i>not</i> full of sparkles or glitter so allowing your teen to wear the latest colors from the runway won’t be as intense (even though that is what she wants)!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377014771850228674" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk6-_MAQI5Nt7zFtMyMMPC26VWC9Yhargb2XgCmSIOfc4In2WU3YfFqE6uK4vgZi3AuZfi-VkiBHP21DU1QiC1nJrm4pkF0jdloOHLnOIsitxUPkuogvBnEeCwgeSfyTvAo1PAFvHcaxE/s200/d200507lcbrowsimg1_Full.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 155px; height: 200px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">One of the tricks that I have taught my teens is to use an all over <i>neutral</i> wash of color on the eyes from the lid to the brow bone – like a warm vanilla shade.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Then use a more vibrant and fun color to line the top lash line – like a sapphire blue, amethyst, emerald or gray.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Black liner will always be a parent’s <i>nemesis</i>, but it is time to make peace with that enemy and either encourage your daughter (and now your son with guy liner) to <i>only</i> line the top lash line or inside, bottom water line and use more neutral colors as eye shadow.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377012965225821570" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrG_quan_i-zKFybV77ozqr-d_eFHDhb6TvYLWFxq-bvFLcgMD0sNtjLMPUAhpyKydRRIhLVRMPiKzSOmphTKVzJXxAhpM1fmttCCOo1iqHz9TmVGraxnVqo4YZOSPa5nL2UxGTWHw5S8/s320/harryPottertheEyeshadowofBlack.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 273px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Mascara can be any drug store brand that is easy to remove with soap and water or eye makeup remover.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>It is up to you which formula you allow your teen to wear and with many mascaras debuting colors for the fall season, you may find that using a pretty blue, green, purple or gray product really makes your teen’s eyes pop instead of the traditional black or brown.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377050806138262994" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinQid6ptTa2iV9Ms6DFUH6Kgkcc_Axk_XfNhcuyBzU2ROCF9qlGhrRhitHxDsRBfjynv4-xxiXKXUxlKLuIhoh2YdwFxWuSaFQDMfDwHAF-rFfc4zdlGXL7HLIzzIUi2lLjDDZlZJxlx4/s320/cglblast.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 198px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Neutral blush is <i>very</i> important and it is crucial that you encourage your teen to choose a light color in a peach or pink tone or wear no blush color at all opting for the natural flush of their skin tone to show through.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377013301699024994" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIYLFJU0wKAd6u7-KbO9HxL39dsikG23YYtZYqxYbYnYL3fbs6wEw8BhMlgR3RmUc6mPVck2RGdIV1kwKLKFe15v1hnZfJ5svCoP2sn5lqY8u_Dapn1xLTMRk7p-shaynR8U9j99JWBsc/s320/23053187_Full.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"></span>A highlight is <i>not</i> recommended for teens because they tend to go overboard when they apply something with more sparkle and that can be an overwhelming look on any young person (like they were playing in their mother’s makeup)!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I <i>don’t</i> want my girls looking like Brooke Shields a la <i>Pretty Baby</i>!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">This <b><i>Pro</i></b> makeup mom loves the <b><i><a href="http://www.sephora.com/brands/sephora/index.jhtml">Sephora</a></i></b> brand of cosmetics because they have a wide range of color in all textures with great prices!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>My teens feel as if they are shopping like grown ups instead of being treated like little girls!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><i>However</i>, the testers at some of the Sephora stores <b><i>do not</i></b> meet with my approval and so I have forbidden my girls to place a <i>“tester”</i> product directly onto their face and insist they use the backs of their hands in order to test product prior to purchasing.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377013562557932914" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdbi5_zKkm5Q1Q-f5-AuNUZzipKttR9vjfbd6pSfiwulXgr9L3MtPf68fEpZfEi-Nej3NBjhSr170AKjMxdeABqvgVOKO3SDORk2d-4jjIrcYfa1A2PoZE0WfSp7Hxg5Hjnet1r5USY7Q/s320/P242002_hero.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Lipgloss is the only approved product for teens.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I <b><i>do not</i></b> like the look of a heavy lipstick and lip liner on any young lady.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I allow my teens to use pretty colors from <b><i><a href="http://www.maccosmetics.com/">M.A.C.</a></i></b> or <b><i><a href="http://www.lancome-usa.com/">Lancôme Juicy Tubes</a></i></b> also score big points from my girls.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Even though your teen will <i>constantly</i> be applying and reapplying lipgloss (especially if it smells and tastes like chocolate, strawberry or watermelon), we parents have to pick and choose our battles and as long as the gloss color is not <i>neon</i> yellow, orange, green, blue or red than I say, let this one go!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377013760130101202" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc2shQVutd-juN6na6A3DgZRuiC_injvPW210v3HtNkMZMrFkth_wlo8CnDj8VB-a_6aUTVKZ-Cu7tg_UWnOgVGTRE-Hsy7gQ1j6iXvAya_eNuHstOmPKJrCetbK2VyqrA0EZPApRZNsw/s320/lancome-juicy-tubes-ultra-shiny-lip-gloss-15ml-.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 271px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Now get out there and bond with your teen over a trip to the mall and enjoy the one-on-one time you will have with your offspring!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>They are growing up fast and you never know, they may end up teaching you a thing or two about beauty products!</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>PRO TIPS AND TRICKS:</i></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal">If your teen suffers from <i>very</i> oily skin after they have washed their face properly, have them apply at mattifying product.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>This <b><i>Pro</i></b> loves <b><i><a href="http://www.evepearl.com/">Eve Pearl’s Anti-Shine</a></i></b><a href="http://www.evepearl.com/"> </a>product, which goes on after skincare, but before cosmetic.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Also, have them use blotting papers during the day to control the shine instead of constantly powdering their face.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I love <b><i><a href="http://www.rodanandfields.com/">Rodan + Fields UnBlemish blot papers with Zincidone</a></i></b>, they will absorb oil without adding product to the face!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377013930585300802" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbuQW52MqDXe_cArS3YlQUM-mHML2QdEezsUdnXeWaK0H6b-JKWkp1L8ASs_ZP218GIAx2bPvU9sTqWfbvyXo2Sr_xWRYSFU_iWrWIwn1BAaXnb2sXHIcH8jaLcyXU-n_jQb61S2_jYUc/s320/thumbnails.php.jpeg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 216px; height: 247px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><br /></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377014169832689010" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd23ijPSbMCIoJXgJ3xASjCP0lejpzrWJBsd4n7Ba0kGB4jDYXnO8TqhSLea8std8_-GVPyEEQ0Ezq8UEyOaJPLoC-7VnG3bVHw5PZmC7cujtfst6NO8i60UEJPDpLFMdyFPgM8Q9KIr8/s200/blot_papers_500x375.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px; " /></span></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><br /></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>STAY TUNED:</i></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Up next on <b><i>IMPO</i></b>: Spotlight on <b><i><a href="http://www.juliehewett.net/">Julie Hewett</a></i></b>!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Ever wonder what Annette Bening, Jodie Foster, Nicole Kidman or Mandy Moore wears on their face?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Step into the world of Julie Hewett and discover exquisite beauty!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377014367441204642" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg06EvujoCWOZibVQj6clafLtnE9xxvj0jPHcPtRz8v6Tzn7VEmoxFqInk6i6M6-HtiXMQM4vYkK9-dG1KgRt97W4pcO4CeFD0aMytLl_HYH-hP3SztM-QoIsmFdgZ24Hfcv2cfrBZjB6A/s320/annette_benning_300x400.jpg" style="display: block; 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Back to School - Teen Queen II

This Pro is not only a makeup artist, but I am a mom too and more importantly, I have teenagers! In a past IMPO post titled Teen Queen...

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Cover Up!

<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAuAVUik3HvQ91JVNuVEixQi-wa8hb1G_07ZmywUIFn2uO6tuXlVv_qLylJu_ZTnhjMT6NZFqeNYtpJHm1E9IS9IzcWngK6M78Qtm7HemcxSFU5BjdWc9SDi9VVf_vJ0K6JgXYxBHitvg/s1600-h/johnny-depp-tattoo3.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitCRiCTXB_LlyjtY2ifJKmAnyrTbdKDqnu_s-ixOh8ZsWD2VjokXq7ujDLIJTzCG6fbaiPl6zYXGpA6kXwUUWVLtLCUV2FPDWsrkph1iCJHZ_jclPOght9DdFhVi5ZxctQHK5T8RzEouk/s1600-h/a1.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1p4_OgEgIONj2LAXdn-Phw1f8ax1p6wB3y48OIh4mo5-pN1RJQDixbhdDPuAdli3gWECiAEhVPNLnrHKfYlqt36NcJ6KNO72d3Jtdt3AWkgYDy6dhagBooLmr0g2Ov5iQaE4-joKD25k/s1600-h/1921458382_aad46f8079.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366503612072816578" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1p4_OgEgIONj2LAXdn-Phw1f8ax1p6wB3y48OIh4mo5-pN1RJQDixbhdDPuAdli3gWECiAEhVPNLnrHKfYlqt36NcJ6KNO72d3Jtdt3AWkgYDy6dhagBooLmr0g2Ov5iQaE4-joKD25k/s400/1921458382_aad46f8079.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><!--StartFragment--> <p class="MsoNormal">In this <b><i>Pro’s</i></b> world of television, film and photography makeup sometimes I think I have seen <i>“it” </i>all!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>However, I am reminded daily that I am naive in having this type of thought process because some people live life on the edge, fulfill their deep desires, wear their hearts on a sleeve and they choose to share it with the world through the art of <i>tattooing</i>.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">This <b><i>Pro</i></b> does not have a <i>"tat,"</i> but I know many who do and I have been asked to use my artistic talent to free-hand tattoos on actors/models or cover up some pretty amazing art work when the <i>“character”</i> is supposed to be a more <i>“innocent”</i> type.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366842169520500882" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitCRiCTXB_LlyjtY2ifJKmAnyrTbdKDqnu_s-ixOh8ZsWD2VjokXq7ujDLIJTzCG6fbaiPl6zYXGpA6kXwUUWVLtLCUV2FPDWsrkph1iCJHZ_jclPOght9DdFhVi5ZxctQHK5T8RzEouk/s320/a1.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 223px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">I find tattoos to be the ultimate <i>“art”</i> form because they tell such personal <i>“stories.”</i><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>People who have tattoos display them proudly and share their life experiences with the world both happy and tragic.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Tattoos announce the birth, marriage, initiation, union or death of many and can appear so life-like that you can feel the emotions of the person displaying these <i>“events”</i> without them ever muttering a word.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366842398055878754" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAuAVUik3HvQ91JVNuVEixQi-wa8hb1G_07ZmywUIFn2uO6tuXlVv_qLylJu_ZTnhjMT6NZFqeNYtpJHm1E9IS9IzcWngK6M78Qtm7HemcxSFU5BjdWc9SDi9VVf_vJ0K6JgXYxBHitvg/s320/johnny-depp-tattoo3.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">However, there are the occasional drunk-off-my-ass type of tats that can be forever a regret in the mind of a young man or woman and usually those are able to be covered up by clothing…sometimes!</p> <p class="MsoNormal">This <b><i>Pro</i></b> loves watching the reality show <i>L.A. Inked</i>!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Kat Von D and her family of incredible artists are extraordinary and create some of the most inspiring pieces of art that I think even Picasso would have found intriguing.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366842604848555442" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1B-kuDBwSruRRPOGX1WvDmZ8rL2p28CJfv_8YZoCmxotAu1xwHlSxKg3uTZVgz2XQiTb0bAQl5aSK7OLCoCGpYeiwX3AUa2G1yIfHUEiHQ9JcEoIQGhP7jG-nEISRHYgQ9hvMl4o9YsA/s320/kat.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Don’t you wonder what stimulates a person to want to permanently <i>ink</i> their passion onto their skin?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I do…I want to know what the stars on Kat Von D’s temple mean to her.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">I want to know <i>who</i>, <i>what</i>, <i>where</i>, <i>when</i>, <i>why</i> and <i>how</i>…because I know that there is a testimony behind each mark.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>A fascinating, funny, fearless, tragic or manic story and to me, tattoos are like reading a book, but the author is standing in front of you eager to share their personal experience and take you with them on a journey!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366842811220495170" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoWoPcQjnv6T3RsLhzU7y36wpCYK2i-cDX9Jpn0B-T5BHTmtbJdvh06GK9rxWT8ZMqKQP3N4wO4Ywl_FK3BM7H0mAlkbkxFKZHV0EGWAISpnELnGdP-YHbVxJwxcqUCL5r4_-N0mJGDdE/s320/tattoos_gallery__480x400.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 266px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">I find tattoos also frightening and horrific.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>When an inmate jailed for a lifetime turns to inking his entire body, face included, with eerie words, numbers or symbols.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Those who worship a faith that is satanic or killers who proudly display their murderous adventures are <i>too</i> much for this <b><i>Pro</i></b> to handle and I feel overwhelming sadness for these people knowing that they are someone’s children and have chosen a path full of hatred.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Most of the time I find that individuals who express themselves through the art of tattooing are creative, loving, free-spirited and maybe a tad bit <i>“naughty!”</i><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>It is requested of this <b><i>Pro</i></b> on most shoots to cover up said <i>“art”</i> especially when it is time for the individual to walk down the aisle or stand-up and support a friend who is walking down the aisle.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366862016585584418" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUUDNrGgUv5YRiBLqov9ojV0CBWnkEMXVZ774MomXDonLeyGIwmUPpXmfOhrMfKB8HBgPPUFf-GVzwXuDWFm2Ywo88sUfZvk0qQ8td11phplQ7QRRTQWgnZmRguecvewZ6fYc61M9TULo/s320/megan-fox.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">I also have been asked many times to help women (never a man) cover up an inked area in order to give them the advantage over a competitor in a job interview.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Or on a more rare occasion, I have been begged to school a young soul on covering up the tattoo gone wrong!</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Whatever your reason for needing to cover up a tattoo, here is a list of what you will need for a D.I.Y. method:</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Cool-toned concealer with yellow undertone 1-2 shades lighter than skin-tone</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Warm-toned concealer with orange/red undertone matching skin-tone</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>EXACT</i></b> skin-tone match foundation</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Sponge</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Orange Puff</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Setting Powder</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Makeup Sealer Spray</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Cover up Facts:</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Your main objective is to <i>“neutralize”</i> colors in a tattoo.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Remember the color wheel theory this <b><i>Pro</i></b> has mentioned in past posts?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Which colors <i>“cut”</i> colors?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Orange cuts Blue, Green cuts Red…etc., that is how you will neutralize the colors of your <i>“inked”</i> area.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366862544116277122" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3MFIGQpFY81O38DvzYTMy-D0947Str11j0_nrAQdlWQ5HxKjs2ADoQD2z_3d48VZhxqWxn6kr4BY8sDoXeFd7tLOCflvyy5hAnKmjesgJc-4iV0k00CMnjbL7fZgP-4E43nxyPXjeRds/s320/color_wheel.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">However, for this type of quick disappearing act use the above-mentioned product.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Don’t try to get fancy with green, purple, yellow or orange primers, concealers or neutralizers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Those usually require special training by a professional and can be more time consuming and frustrating when you feel the <i>“pressure”</i> to make your tattoo invisible.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>WARNING</i></b>:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Covering a tattoo should only be done when your tattoo is completely healed!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>If you choose to cover a fresh tattoo you may cause an infection.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Here is the how-to (small tattoos only):</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.5in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bidi-;font-family:Cambria;"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">1.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span></span>Clean area and use razor to remove hair if needed (this is necessary for makeup to adhere to your skin properly).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Dry area thoroughly.</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.5in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bidi-;font-family:Cambria;"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">2.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span></span>Begin with cool-toned, yellow-based concealer and stipple product onto the tattoo with sponge.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Build up the coverage if needed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Let dry and adhere to skin, approximately 5 minutes.</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.5in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bidi-;font-family:Cambria;"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">3.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span></span>Use warm-toned, orange/red-based concealer and apply on top of yellow-based concealer lightly using stipple method.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Swiping product across the area will only <i>“smudge”</i> and wipe off the first concealer application.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Build coverage.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Let dry and adhere to skin, approximately 5 minutes.</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.5in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bidi-;font-family:Cambria;"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">4.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span></span>Set with setting powder using orange puff and gently patting powder onto the concealer.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Dust off excess powder.</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.5in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bidi-;font-family:Cambria;"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">5.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span></span>Apply <b><i>EXACT</i></b> matching foundation using sponge and stipple method over concealer.</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.5in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bidi-;font-family:Cambria;"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">6.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span></span>Set with powder using same method listed in Step 4.</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.5in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bidi-;font-family:Cambria;"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">7.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span></span>Apply spritz of makeup setting spray or fixative.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Pro Tip:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I recommend using theatrical, cream concealers and foundations, which are listed below because of there <i>“staying”</i> power, however you <i>can</i> use liquid product, but <i>do</i> <i>not</i> expect the same coverage or lasting results.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">While researching this post, this <b><i>Pro</i></b> came across an interesting technique used by another makeup artist and I just <i>had</i> to test out this theory…</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Using all of the same makeup products listed above, add a <i>red-based lipstick</i> to that group and use it first prior to the yellow-based concealer.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Let dry and adhere to skin and then continue with the steps above in the same order.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Below are photos of our experiment.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I was surprised and excited by our results!</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366864233581657218" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjynQ9u4w2vVZOr543lXlsXHTyu1zr38zN9SQkDyNlh4q7QgNBOQusLua65__heqWwnPzYi_xJ1TPbVkYjBPs0csgTb-p-_9YGImSCJQHF6EHKe7n-9FuPImJLFWenjkwh2Uga9xoCn1jU/s320/Aileen3.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366864403811444418" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTwQrw3VgC95-JbOAY9TYGN_LGxQoGj-nYJU-idZJVb-7BvcFkWDW7bLBWIrwFnSJRYCBMvItGAF6MIlGyOkKMd3XUE6bxp9ROy_xdaqrTuwjtM8GQt3HrebfUbHdYEzJBro-uWmGpDaE/s320/Aileen1.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px; " /></span></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366864579666381650" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjprsImhRA3qZXQ3wn75k7QfNwtzsq6Pt0Cl4PwjfR-vGpH8gUw0fzbhjIfJ9Y8-ie-KTzZmbaik88HaGm9KhJoz5zF0M3UcffXPX64uDcYfXEx5R2Qws1tRu_ivmbwtUaxN2OEQFrSpGc/s320/Aileen2.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px; " /></span></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><br /></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>Pro</i></b> tattoo cover-up product recommendations:</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Yellow-based concealer:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/brand_hierarchy.jhtml?brandId=5333&categoryId=C108"><i>Lemon-Aid by BeneFit</i></a> or <i><a href="http://www.alconeco.com/products/straight_makeup/skin/correctors_and_concealers/ben_nye_mellow_yellow">Ben Nye’s Mellow Yellow</a></i> Neutralizer.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366864897947577842" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQmYEKjCuEU8aL0F5Mb1UYHWGCsX7lbgiKgKO7WN5_amwC3_UwjiA4KCqbzW8NezkrMzp5X6Uk3pQewgEOSRwELmIL7wkacZ-VYkcih70t6cl48a9MrU7AGw4Tisf3Q20Stxa3DWIfJ9o/s320/lemonaid.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 265px; height: 265px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366865239502551874" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz6aFFMzNdFeAMjsNC2FLISGPP1m9ugHnMMyA0eusBsqgLaqFBvSoIEdwNe9tJCCHcpJU6XzOSnRV8RPvxK28n7OctKmUO3nKYOTDlM4bxc3X72I2BwrZFzv0uRkDgFWsMbMoa-NRBxRM/s200/Thumb.aspx" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal">Orange/Red based concealer:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><i><a href="http://www.neostrata.com/coverblend/">CoverBlend Concealer</a></i> in various shades.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366865660752843970" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXmdONstlDrrS_Uefgxej6RxgdCO2zIXHjsiGCnypzrgab0sLsUufZZ4xVn_zZTmL-c2dA6AhCUNyBcLPBXpyO4WmhwZjcbF1N_smP5WdaNFIt6RxlIGHlOID3pPA5ruw-f3SydHlJ25E/s200/8772_lg.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Cream-based Foundation: <i><a href="http://www.cinemasecrets.com/support/sup_cosmetics.html">Cinema Secrets</a></i>, <i><a href="http://www.graftobian.com/commerce/catalog.jsp?catId=2080">Graftobian</a></i> or <i><a href="http://www.alconeco.com/products/straight_makeup/skin/foundation/ben_nye_foundations">Ben Nye</a></i> theatrical foundations.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Also, <i><a href="http://www.coverfxmakeup.com/">CoverFX Total Coverage Cream Foundation</a></i> or <i><a href="http://www.dermablend.co.uk/">Dermablend</a></i> camouflage makeup are good alternatives if you are unable to purchase a theatrical product.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366866101854008594" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzn3Zrhm0s4jSF9E2295BC7A0jHK6NLco0MnpyVPt_pfV0S19_byiVhkNCE-AclPhygcNZw0fnpZYS7aHQf-NpUArPloBDJTw_3BCWAi_OxvLQgTpqdfx-h3UEQfiR9lEHtHwhv-U1sFA/s320/AAAADLKeRZUAAAAAAEgAMA.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 251px; height: 250px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366866107701505186" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY4TXY8wcokP3b5beLJgfWTChmISz9iEAzCUhU4QkmW009OkElCY48dMqpIvuaWrLbNNz9q8QihYdZ9uxdvWL7_RMPFSjlxDFwMRqy-pv-7O2c7ap5O88E5fz1dvbf7ypa7SACTXBDkiI/s320/GraftobFound.JPG.jpeg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 210px; height: 200px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366866101967772306" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoYYtM0MCtEwhFtq1YScGze9p7eTQZj-qvDBPuVDs3_Ee4WtKt_Z8GtQhHYP4hWqvfxC_Ls_0mR9ewut1MPHpRezRScqDcv1Q5VN2QewdwhQ60HrU-FRXzlheE2SRe7FsTADB_Ji16PuU/s320/correcteur_teint_haute_couvrance.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 265px; height: 320px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366867207336170594" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaVfMiCbnq5eP84NiPLJRXk7o-cIKv7lSLNrvtp1GPco2hVRic6OzpKkQmutp_NHRvgiCj4KAUUMk_NPmXVFoAR2LZW-mnhuRx-BO52oAl0GaCOpWhvnxCRznEttVFtsvKGIr_f-w5C7A/s320/P191303_hero.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal">Setting Powder: <i><a href="http://www.cinemasecrets.com/support/sup_cosmetics.html">Cinema Secrets</a></i> theatrical setting powder.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Comes in translucent or skin-tone hues.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366867220693174882" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs6zTgi1MYZKpcurQ2EVNdXScQ0L1MZwO30lTKgNiEwlHqfgLQvBJBDPJzHdSSj9vMQJqqrS93ur_RSSSICRucVbivrd5UDykM8hvSaribEjruMzpp_akfvQeXLzvX5IHNrKZkkClNkcQ/s320/powder_lighttouch.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 297px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Makeup Sealer: <i><a href="http://www.skindinavia.com/web/">Skindanivia</a></i> Makeup Setting Spray.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366868672260105314" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmFo3RXIXBomZtDC6VmvOZYQrlOgKRRKwCw_9ynaHDCjeEZLqDdkSFjtrYgplJvs65Hk1jgNwkDU9qn2ebRyLJ0sR_2hni5lVP8vlLkGKgFosLVRQ-1FoqMARJROEALEPWFnLqpXoQ8xE/s320/skindinavia_makeup_finishing_spray_6_oz_productfull.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Specialty Products: <i><a href="http://www.tattoocamo.com/?gclid=CNjqjMypj5wCFSBN5Qodah8RXg">Tattoo Camo Makeup</a></i>, which includes Camo Paste that will hide all colors of tattoos. The kit contains paste/setting powder/remover.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><i><a href="http://www.neostrata.com/coverblend/">CoverBlend Corrective Leg and Body Makeup</a></i> will cover most blue/green ink. <i><a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P231113&shouldPaginate=true&categoryId=5905">Kat Von D Tattoo Concealer</a></i> found at your local Sephora has you covered!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366867223345731794" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRbxABA2zPMgp5Kn4GBfFZrJxu132CoSX9gfCpDNLdfu-kaUXIcCtOwUMDGRBkD7wYiGSb4Z9PwDCST2Lsh18sbn3DlbpdxKQn5NzLPUT6EILgW8ErH9KJc4wEgMNqbZUyfYkGffEUIOo/s320/tatto2.JPG.jpeg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 157px; height: 220px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366868662394823250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimukA71Ziu1VTJuig7T1hxm6ARlR6FcdzZNOQfvWX77sEsCpYeZd6otZbvcBZUCrRsQ6tATwTDQ3IFjxvvbRlvu3NoZE9SCn47tR66bqSd5KETlz7kzkTg12bcl8zyrSngN6B7MId96jg/s320/41tG5TuPWlL._SL500_AA280_.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 280px; height: 280px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366867218364116450" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq1OeAzQt5O-b_gGDo_jVGeq_CmIf6QqBZoxjSfQgCIo2ovHt3o91CMVwOURgM-ge9wtLBW5thmT5nppt7LO_WYnahlulPjK0qlZ-J8cCoOaNiPgM4j17lh82MUaNnZXx7vEFjXFQLy5Q/s320/P231113_hero.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal">These same instructions and products can also help cover major skin <i>"issues" </i>and discolorations. If you suffer from Rosacea or other types of skin related or genetic problems try the tips above, they should provide and satisfy your need for coverage.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366872272376280786" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgt-YHsC4Vg6tWN_RyOj1Pu9YMjQoBtW2EoRWxkQM5HEVq-A__KvqlcW5nIv2-XvVakMAaPwsUDTMuKZXLnNF_dFB_aSNoXL4H50v5sOWhYtnsqKTtoux-NF6vMju_MExw2vb6qYu_AJ4/s320/Dermablend_Model_1.JPG.jpeg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 238px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><br /></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>PRO TIPS AND TRICKS:</i></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal">If you are <i>“sleeved”</i> or your tattoos are covering a large area of skin real estate, then it is the opinion of this <b><i>Pro</i></b> that you should hire a makeup artist who specializes in <i>airbrushing</i>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>A skilled airbrush artist will be able to properly cover larger areas in a short amount of time and the silicone-based makeup used will have long lasting staying power!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366868680312826850" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBlI-QS0EKmhxi3yxSJ8hwTGbDZ4ggThmYeCVOEPceaT2refFA6pIlyAdsN0v923jHxoDRazNZORFKYa2oh6GxX40XgznotfcSdDBz6yfwLAFNzeBjF5iS5DATG7N4M12exQGsC4NNB5A/s320/tattoo-13.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 269px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>STAY TUNED:</i></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Up next on <b><i>IMPO</i></b>:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Get the Look!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Our Country truly is a gorgeous melting pot!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>The all-American look comes in many skin tones and you can look as sweet and innocent as the <i>“girl next door”</i> with <b><i>IMPO’s</i></b> step-by-step guide!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366872721585211410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpnw4MGKUrVJNw2BYv91ydXaS8QN4_fohurp4kTTfO4fb7llRPF8p6VTiSUA7lZCpk4wg4AALNQy9rfWZadnp76QFiLl4maHB9Ak6iGVdIb1gnf1_yiXNHHXJzZIxsNe2WsZXy5Z4dUo4/s320/america_ferrera.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 260px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <!--EndFragment-->

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The Makeup Show 2011 - Los Angeles

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvg3QGoph3W-S5nuAJHlvvOddTLZUptIVRIohIaen7d3HgomX4GPLr6YKHvyVokO8e6B-H1yXNEh0B8JwNU9YkCKJEYi4InyzwEMHU40e58CDBImpK3DIB_qUcP947jgiY1cHdXAvDHfI/s1600/371.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvg3QGoph3W-S5nuAJHlvvOddTLZUptIVRIohIaen7d3HgomX4GPLr6YKHvyVokO8e6B-H1yXNEh0B8JwNU9YkCKJEYi4InyzwEMHU40e58CDBImpK3DIB_qUcP947jgiY1cHdXAvDHfI/s320/371.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />The <b><i>Pros</i></b> are excited to attend this year's <b><i>The Makeup Show</i></b> on February 26th and 27th at the California Market Center in Los Angeles.  This event is a highlight that we look forward to each year because it is a gathering of some of the top <b><i>Pros</i></b> in our industry.  The mentors we turn to for advice, collaboration and continuing education will all be in attendance.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivx9DJRYHl7559T4pGHDBDubBzxtcQSMiRwoEVv3QM-rgVFC4ejiEVNnwHLpYPMcMEbhfmbxbq9v9O3DpujCCjD2wBPo7j2c6FxVW180q5SXUZAL6eJ3Y0A7_BdvJRTz2IeeYoxHIw420/s1600/occfw2010.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivx9DJRYHl7559T4pGHDBDubBzxtcQSMiRwoEVv3QM-rgVFC4ejiEVNnwHLpYPMcMEbhfmbxbq9v9O3DpujCCjD2wBPo7j2c6FxVW180q5SXUZAL6eJ3Y0A7_BdvJRTz2IeeYoxHIw420/s320/occfw2010.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />We have been attending this event for the past 4 years now both in New York and Los Angeles and this year we are excited to catch up with fellow artists that are representing some of the biggest brands in professional artistry and to discover new techniques that can take our makeup skills to the next level.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDgbxzS3mWS47j15dDPwcxtP2BX13yePFF1FlJlji0zSJYU9RMKRhumeel-bGhIbg7MZvpmQ9YBy68dLNdHUij34J7VtyEpqWSw7JRsLC6H4yiL2gGYg64v9ifymmiSjYeseQXrWo-Ae0/s1600/IMG_7434.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDgbxzS3mWS47j15dDPwcxtP2BX13yePFF1FlJlji0zSJYU9RMKRhumeel-bGhIbg7MZvpmQ9YBy68dLNdHUij34J7VtyEpqWSw7JRsLC6H4yiL2gGYg64v9ifymmiSjYeseQXrWo-Ae0/s320/IMG_7434.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />The <b><i>Pros</i></b> will also be attending the Blogger Preview Party and a reception honoring <b><i><a href="http://www.themakeupshow.com/the-makeup-show-blog/?p=221">Maurice Stein</a></i></b>, who is a legend in our industry having worked with many top celebrities, Grammy award winners and three US Presidents!  He is also the owner of <b><i><a href="http://www.cinemasecrets.com/">Cinema Secrets</a></i></b>, which is a cosmetics, hair and special effects supply store located in Los Angeles that provides product to every major studio, professional makeup artist, hair artist, celebrity, as well as the general public.  If Cinema Secrets doesn't carry it, it doesn't exist!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj-vklaBMpugpU1haHF6Scawkki7QvHzQg39uKna9JXlIBtfhQbWE0tj1fNrxGJreReJg4N40FD76Eh_votAREFibkXbkP1mxO0eNdnoDgalTXrwCoHS1G1mLtJnfnK63w0f8tDD4yE5c/s1600/Maurice-Stein-at-The-Makeup-Show1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj-vklaBMpugpU1haHF6Scawkki7QvHzQg39uKna9JXlIBtfhQbWE0tj1fNrxGJreReJg4N40FD76Eh_votAREFibkXbkP1mxO0eNdnoDgalTXrwCoHS1G1mLtJnfnK63w0f8tDD4yE5c/s320/Maurice-Stein-at-The-Makeup-Show1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />The Makeup Show Los Angeles is also the place to learn to become a makeup artist directly from the best in the business or if you already are a <b><i>Pro</i></b>, fine tune or learn a new skill that will boost your marketability.  This year top artists from <b><i><a href="http://www.makeupforever.com/">Make Up For Ever</a></i></b> will inspire you with their incredible workshops, as well as attend <b><i><a href="http://www.themakeupshow.com/makeupshow/LA/friday_hands_on.html">Makeup 101</a></i></b> with <b><i>Orlando Santiago</i></b> or <b><i><a href="http://www.themakeupshow.com/makeupshow/LA/friday_hands_on.html">Airbrush 101</a></i></b> with <b><i>Myles O'Reilly</i></b>.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW-8DR-jnxvwXW3SszKXRnLl5wc99DXU7ELc_b3EV3bxCK6tyFw4G9sXoazRibZLUGwXDSnm2iKKjTkXwroQUjkUQUt48mzocCGBwTOPLdJ4HaptSRSiQrVx7M9dFdc60sMbqrcS-23Bg/s1600/portrait.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW-8DR-jnxvwXW3SszKXRnLl5wc99DXU7ELc_b3EV3bxCK6tyFw4G9sXoazRibZLUGwXDSnm2iKKjTkXwroQUjkUQUt48mzocCGBwTOPLdJ4HaptSRSiQrVx7M9dFdc60sMbqrcS-23Bg/s320/portrait.jpg" width="315" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipOFCpF_HvPjfmOF_-4wu26S7xcuFqy3CpQsDlC0JhGee7yDUUwlPsscDTOyDmHIjZPdAN6MzeqZNN_TRzJgZ-73PjrflCeRrwAY5w7Ymd1d7OkMnRk1pPMXKjiQz7nYxr4kzl7PS8jY4/s1600/orlando-s.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipOFCpF_HvPjfmOF_-4wu26S7xcuFqy3CpQsDlC0JhGee7yDUUwlPsscDTOyDmHIjZPdAN6MzeqZNN_TRzJgZ-73PjrflCeRrwAY5w7Ymd1d7OkMnRk1pPMXKjiQz7nYxr4kzl7PS8jY4/s320/orlando-s.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><br />Interested in the editorial industry?  Then attend <b><i><a href="http://www.themakeupshow.com/makeupshow/LA/friday_hands_on.html">Understanding Photo</a></i></b> with <b><i>Jon Hennessy</i></b> or for bridal artists, you won't want to miss <b><i><a href="http://www.themakeupshow.com/makeupshow/LA/main_floor.html">The Modern Bride</a></i></b> seminar with <b><i>Jo Levy</i></b> for <b><i>Becca Cosmetics</i></b>. Legendary artist, <b><i>Eugenia Weston</i></b> will be demonstrating the art of perfecting eyebrows in her <b><i><a href="http://www.themakeupshow.com/makeupshow/LA/saturday_hands_on.html">Master Workshop-The Art of Brows</a></i></b> and <b><i>Kathy Aragon</i></b> will be conducting a workshop on achieving <b><i><a href="http://www.themakeupshow.com/makeupshow/LA/saturday_hands_on.html">Essential Eye</a></i></b> looks.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGzCLSr6PXrdx57_IXYFmGD4_agnj0-tqAkQHr5NkNwbFDr74xr_KjQytpXoBsHO10g5nhUxk34U2_fQhkv_ZRaD8H-osS-w-755DI3vzgC4tuaHwskKUnGK9Ize01J6W5gBtvnKDUsoM/s1600/Screen-shot-2011-02-20-at-3.31.30-PM-300x201.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGzCLSr6PXrdx57_IXYFmGD4_agnj0-tqAkQHr5NkNwbFDr74xr_KjQytpXoBsHO10g5nhUxk34U2_fQhkv_ZRaD8H-osS-w-755DI3vzgC4tuaHwskKUnGK9Ize01J6W5gBtvnKDUsoM/s1600/Screen-shot-2011-02-20-at-3.31.30-PM-300x201.png" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCu0M9PrEs2DjumNtPnP3fJGeNksVRR_4ijcfivTvSvQcWnk6MTCQbyQ-y8tQbzoneQQixpsMqpTEAvgKifRKHRcqCs2VHs9CvsC3RUB1YVeRIZb7JGr8qKtyMy8h04TIhy8O-q9zNSn4/s1600/John-Hennessey-560x373.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCu0M9PrEs2DjumNtPnP3fJGeNksVRR_4ijcfivTvSvQcWnk6MTCQbyQ-y8tQbzoneQQixpsMqpTEAvgKifRKHRcqCs2VHs9CvsC3RUB1YVeRIZb7JGr8qKtyMy8h04TIhy8O-q9zNSn4/s320/John-Hennessey-560x373.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9UjbmZYY58HmHpHaMKri2rZVq5JuDYABLOYL15KgBQHpte4JM6nI5hm83bayi6IdSgmFkuVdb6Cu-JrRLkQ6IyGhAntO1Gb8tPwKyGn-S6HE8-IWJQRn8BRzpX1UaRlsxCZyOI8ak0ps/s1600/makeup-artist-kathy-aragon.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9UjbmZYY58HmHpHaMKri2rZVq5JuDYABLOYL15KgBQHpte4JM6nI5hm83bayi6IdSgmFkuVdb6Cu-JrRLkQ6IyGhAntO1Gb8tPwKyGn-S6HE8-IWJQRn8BRzpX1UaRlsxCZyOI8ak0ps/s320/makeup-artist-kathy-aragon.jpg" width="234" /></a></div><br /><br />Need to be schooled on hair?  Guru <b><i>Daven Mayeda</i></b> will be teaching <b><i><a href="http://www.themakeupshow.com/makeupshow/LA/saturday_hands_on.html">Basic Hair Styling for Makeup Artists</a></i></b> this year and will show you how to maximize your career by understanding hair products, principals and fundamental techniques.  <b><i>Danessa Myricks</i></b> will show you how to achieve a perfect canvas in her hands-on workshop <b><i><a href="http://www.themakeupshow.com/makeupshow/LA/sunday_hands_on.html">Perfect Skin</a></i></b> and <b><i>Joanna Schlip</i></b> will be conducting a <b><i>Master Workshop</i></b> on how to achieve <b><i><a href="http://www.themakeupshow.com/makeupshow/LA/sunday_hands_on.html">Everyday Hollywood Beauty</a></i></b>.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj450rMWemXTp9mnVvLPrnNSwF5FYdEugZJk2HqVgkACRc7bNKDUME0T40hYVoI4n3b3KjcqeBqK46suh-xOW9Ys8zjn2Otv6dd_cJ0bpO3LiCsiJBdiR4riTPpi_mN6XrJ5EyQvfJBYGE/s1600/daven.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj450rMWemXTp9mnVvLPrnNSwF5FYdEugZJk2HqVgkACRc7bNKDUME0T40hYVoI4n3b3KjcqeBqK46suh-xOW9Ys8zjn2Otv6dd_cJ0bpO3LiCsiJBdiR4riTPpi_mN6XrJ5EyQvfJBYGE/s320/daven.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAkIpESiZ36E-bzNgUzrWEFe2jWTZcYwaQjCHG1-Cuk5hWLIX5bewE7MHZRWuNeltVvNuKjPAWNYqPb4sOFpun3lND7zaCDec6eiHRjRGqLZymQ_yWARcIR0G-CoffgVxURCgPrsjhZBM/s1600/images.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAkIpESiZ36E-bzNgUzrWEFe2jWTZcYwaQjCHG1-Cuk5hWLIX5bewE7MHZRWuNeltVvNuKjPAWNYqPb4sOFpun3lND7zaCDec6eiHRjRGqLZymQ_yWARcIR0G-CoffgVxURCgPrsjhZBM/s1600/images.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><br />Are you a makeup artist interested in getting into the local Union 706?  Then don't miss <b><i>Susan Cabral Ebert's</i></b> seminar called <b><i><a href="http://www.themakeupshow.com/makeupshow/LA/main_floor.html">State of the Union</a></i></b>.  Susan will tell you exactly what you need to do to become a makeup artist on Union film and television shows. <b><i>Michael DeVellis</i></b> for <b><i>The Powder Group</i></b> will help you learn how to capture long term success in his <b><i><a href="http://www.themakeupshow.com/makeupshow/LA/main_floor.html">Marketing Your Career Now</a></i></b> seminar and you <i>must</i> attend <b><i><a href="http://www.themakeupshow.com/makeupshow/LA/keynote.html">Women In The Industry</a></i></b> with legends <b><i>Eugenia Weston</i></b>, <b><i>Eve Pearl</i></b>, <b><i>Crystal Wright</i></b>, <b><i>Joanna Schlip</i></b> and <b><i>Danessa Myricks</i></b> as they walk you through what it takes to to become a brand creator, bridal and beauty artist or Department Head on major television and motion pictures.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMBB2TfKVASiO6Za30W9lmHQWwpSOuQ6dy9VUg3TioxXM4BaG7oqTdOlRSIpm-VRCXx9TjXZw7JQj51DWJ3Ik68qYfERE1a6cDe5lWgc7QuRIT2LQXWfxB6dhxUSs5zdH1o1c32AOZ9TU/s1600/eve-pearl.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMBB2TfKVASiO6Za30W9lmHQWwpSOuQ6dy9VUg3TioxXM4BaG7oqTdOlRSIpm-VRCXx9TjXZw7JQj51DWJ3Ik68qYfERE1a6cDe5lWgc7QuRIT2LQXWfxB6dhxUSs5zdH1o1c32AOZ9TU/s200/eve-pearl.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTWQfG0Buw7kWdjjs68M9I6k6r0uvlteTjY8yuY-N74Rj7tdxvCr1GsjnVNyPTjnmtlBk2GmdwXmqdWweqZvV8-_BAA2v-AsDlpCiqGS51f7vpwaS0RH9PqaB7187TXct8nC3uUda5UZo/s1600/Picture-44.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTWQfG0Buw7kWdjjs68M9I6k6r0uvlteTjY8yuY-N74Rj7tdxvCr1GsjnVNyPTjnmtlBk2GmdwXmqdWweqZvV8-_BAA2v-AsDlpCiqGS51f7vpwaS0RH9PqaB7187TXct8nC3uUda5UZo/s320/Picture-44.jpg" width="229" /></a></div><br /><br />Esteemed artist <b><i>Pati Dubroff</i></b>, whose worked has graced the magazines of <i>Vogue</i>, <i>Vanity Fair</i>, <i>W</i>, <i>InStyle</i> and <i>Harper's Bazaar</i> and who is called on by A-List Celebrities such as Gwyneth Paltrow, Julianne Moore, Drew Barrymore and Gisele Bundchen, will be on hand to demonstrate and share many secrets on how to become a successful celebrity artist in her workshop <b><i><a href="http://www.themakeupshow.com/makeupshow/LA/keynote.html">Making Up</a></i></b>.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwwtrd0-bpJwArRW4aH4vxAQ4EZtxg5hACeZITlSx_8nLaqLnacQGr-wrBfc3sCDYL-d4x46jurfqC1iDVuHBUhUXopqSv_y4-R8H5y1m3jSTJUrgF4lgD-kdh7b22eCxFc1SqLWXMiU0/s1600/6a00d8341c630a53ef014e86285c57970d-320wi.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwwtrd0-bpJwArRW4aH4vxAQ4EZtxg5hACeZITlSx_8nLaqLnacQGr-wrBfc3sCDYL-d4x46jurfqC1iDVuHBUhUXopqSv_y4-R8H5y1m3jSTJUrgF4lgD-kdh7b22eCxFc1SqLWXMiU0/s200/6a00d8341c630a53ef014e86285c57970d-320wi.png" width="158" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br />For a list of all education opportunities - click <b><i><a href="http://www.themakeupshow.com/makeupshow/LA/education.html">here</a></i></b>!<br /><br />As if this wasn't enough, all the major industry brands will be on hand for discount shopping and demonstration directly at their booths. Exhibitors include: <b><i>Alcone, BeautySoClean, Cinema Secrets, Crown Brush, Dermalogica, Dinair Airbrush, Embryolisse USA, Eve Pearl, Face Atelier, Frends Beauty Supply, Graftobian, Hakuhodo USA, Inglot Cosmetics, Kett Cosmetics, Kevyn Aucoin, Make Up Designory, Make Up For Ever, Mehron, Naked Cosmetics, Naimies Beauty Center, Nigels Beauty Emporium, Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics, Senna Cosmetics, Smashbox, Stila Cosmetics, Temptu PRO, Yaby Cosmetics, Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics</i></b> and <b><i>Yves Saint Laurent</i></b>, just to name a few.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3Qnh8IuDtUwOft5HLoQISp6N4NuIc5huyJw-IW6qR5JMn0Oiuo97n1oss8hK5_MxrAJ0iuu1YgmjyiZr5KL1UTAbN-5ln3I6MOj3Cvx5PwdYY_7y9Qed9Hoh83BHFR2LAFkCIM9kFx6A/s1600/freedom+system+palettes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="228" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3Qnh8IuDtUwOft5HLoQISp6N4NuIc5huyJw-IW6qR5JMn0Oiuo97n1oss8hK5_MxrAJ0iuu1YgmjyiZr5KL1UTAbN-5ln3I6MOj3Cvx5PwdYY_7y9Qed9Hoh83BHFR2LAFkCIM9kFx6A/s320/freedom+system+palettes.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3LQCBKqCfuQoWuLrMvTMdHAxeCM8N8mr_vUqY37a0FVa9llywoBei_TbJnJLTVxS1YrowMM6qP8OPjdX-Dw-1qLeH-5Y0UESg81IUChz0Lt4CttXzGpjjSnudyD8s120E-VnJo6xroE0/s1600/chacha-n-divine.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3LQCBKqCfuQoWuLrMvTMdHAxeCM8N8mr_vUqY37a0FVa9llywoBei_TbJnJLTVxS1YrowMM6qP8OPjdX-Dw-1qLeH-5Y0UESg81IUChz0Lt4CttXzGpjjSnudyD8s120E-VnJo6xroE0/s320/chacha-n-divine.jpg" width="270" /></a></div><br /><br /><br />For a complete list of exhibitors - click <b><i><a href="http://www.themakeupshow.com/makeupshow/LA/exhibitors.html">here</a></i></b>!<br /><br />The <b><i>Pros</i></b> are looking forward to interviewing renowned makeup artist, <b><i>Victoria Stiles</i></b> and <b><i>Liz Yu</i></b> owner and creator of <b><i>Yaby Cosmetics</i></b>!  We also can't wait to catch up with our YouTube friends <b><i>Koren Zander</i></b> from <b><i><a href="http://www.enkoremakeuponline.com/Home.html">EnKoreMakeup</a></i></b> and <b><i>Eleesa</i></b> from <b><i><a href="http://www.pursebuzz.com/">PurseBuzz</a> </i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">because these two </span></b>always have their fingers on the pulse of what is bigger, better and happening in the makeup industry!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiimBpQgfVrQmLoTgE8aomjpVceNVnzxton4a2zSvshhjBZ1n_46iiqshsggP0Fx6Jr1PU2_1J1SDeWUlRA0izr73m1njDHViJU5XMxevPDeHHXvw3cY_7XJuSNXfyJqkGTf-r6BDH2DYs/s1600/bio_pic_nick.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiimBpQgfVrQmLoTgE8aomjpVceNVnzxton4a2zSvshhjBZ1n_46iiqshsggP0Fx6Jr1PU2_1J1SDeWUlRA0izr73m1njDHViJU5XMxevPDeHHXvw3cY_7XJuSNXfyJqkGTf-r6BDH2DYs/s320/bio_pic_nick.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZAyMa5fBZQZBnjrLPUSi69wkEGgcV2MpsKMH6B3qrYkeWUrvkWvIwNzvy2XR1KOeHM_CXWfOfwJkCZ7B_kzeNppPgAzkmQQcHRRyPzF7qme8EwTI3ucBvB1VfNh-0NBIDNLuLrveYhP0/s1600/yaby-cosmetics-eyeshadow.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZAyMa5fBZQZBnjrLPUSi69wkEGgcV2MpsKMH6B3qrYkeWUrvkWvIwNzvy2XR1KOeHM_CXWfOfwJkCZ7B_kzeNppPgAzkmQQcHRRyPzF7qme8EwTI3ucBvB1VfNh-0NBIDNLuLrveYhP0/s320/yaby-cosmetics-eyeshadow.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqFuC6R2etiRKEI7Pz0VsvwMfcFXMaYfGUDr5P2JDoCUoZ9nnXF9usqqaSo4DPMk3wrkxKCVXf5X5l32nhrBnHJJVUywpA8Gks5NfH6CvFe1lxYJ7CYKrhER9MpE-UQ4KUbzdElVP1ylw/s1600/20100428171627_MG_9600.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqFuC6R2etiRKEI7Pz0VsvwMfcFXMaYfGUDr5P2JDoCUoZ9nnXF9usqqaSo4DPMk3wrkxKCVXf5X5l32nhrBnHJJVUywpA8Gks5NfH6CvFe1lxYJ7CYKrhER9MpE-UQ4KUbzdElVP1ylw/s320/20100428171627_MG_9600.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIWhmpvS2eoUtZfbsdS7WXSbvmwvO32BugriTwumY2hpIQog6XfwlrXNEWCzod7ptiAnhaHu8GsXlZ57y_l5TDWn9Dn8BJl8KNq_Ab9NQzwYtMm8ky0j_he2jSp-pGii-QpOXoooyLbhw/s1600/pursebuzz.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIWhmpvS2eoUtZfbsdS7WXSbvmwvO32BugriTwumY2hpIQog6XfwlrXNEWCzod7ptiAnhaHu8GsXlZ57y_l5TDWn9Dn8BJl8KNq_Ab9NQzwYtMm8ky0j_he2jSp-pGii-QpOXoooyLbhw/s1600/pursebuzz.jpg" /></a></div><br /><br />On the Main Floor, we can't miss Academy Award Winning Makeup Artist, <b><i>Ve Neill</i></b> as she talks about the new SyFy show, <b><i><a href="http://www.syfy.com/faceoff">Face Off</a></i></b>! Ve is a judge on the show and she will takes us on a behind-the-scenes look in her seminar <b><i><a href="http://www.themakeupshow.com/makeupshow/LA/main_floor.html">Face Off: Inside the SyFy Reality Show</a></i></b> on Sunday.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGSi6j4_LmP4WsgGx2oZXezwBXtrHa1cyft-g5mrVvtn25M63r7IQxMQCvHk4HQhoGsczciYJ2lKObNkQhYrgjpFsiMgxJC1nz0TvrB8GlD6s2dmN9O7YU89mKgAdhA_H4LnfVoAAhNzI/s1600/ve_01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGSi6j4_LmP4WsgGx2oZXezwBXtrHa1cyft-g5mrVvtn25M63r7IQxMQCvHk4HQhoGsczciYJ2lKObNkQhYrgjpFsiMgxJC1nz0TvrB8GlD6s2dmN9O7YU89mKgAdhA_H4LnfVoAAhNzI/s320/ve_01.jpg" width="232" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6bYrYvPZciqjXmOnNXHTZv49pF4FwBJqPcF2hO3MBou4B-_-8sHa2k8NVR5VvyiRpHdx4mqv_Mx0loTyYnWTzU8D6nJ1Q3TUrttz49bAG3Z8iWltHr5EtpDDNhU6izVgrvujhUuakWBI/s1600/syfy_face_off.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6bYrYvPZciqjXmOnNXHTZv49pF4FwBJqPcF2hO3MBou4B-_-8sHa2k8NVR5VvyiRpHdx4mqv_Mx0loTyYnWTzU8D6nJ1Q3TUrttz49bAG3Z8iWltHr5EtpDDNhU6izVgrvujhUuakWBI/s320/syfy_face_off.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />We will definitely be stocking up on our disposable supplies because the discounts offered from industry stores like <b><i>Alcone</i></b>, <b><i>Cinema Secrets</i></b>, <b><i>Frends</i></b>, <b><i>Naimes</i></b> and <b><i>Nigel's</i></b> can't be beat!  So if you need sponges, puffs, mascara wands, brush cleaner or even if you need empty palettes, we highly recommend purchasing them at this event!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU7MjaYqsjxOKxCBLHh1XMwJ1lPTkoxyRndzv-IqZ5VCBHmQHNZd5RqicDUc7TQtBtOGOSaACIMtdJI0Zb7TB8tuSRVSokOl1t5mZkEfH_1QL0bYbH8Qx44WsEqhs2cR-y10cTPy-NVTI/s1600/IMG_6462.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU7MjaYqsjxOKxCBLHh1XMwJ1lPTkoxyRndzv-IqZ5VCBHmQHNZd5RqicDUc7TQtBtOGOSaACIMtdJI0Zb7TB8tuSRVSokOl1t5mZkEfH_1QL0bYbH8Qx44WsEqhs2cR-y10cTPy-NVTI/s320/IMG_6462.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8PDTAXoyp13SxWvBSYZfNfwBslDr21QsPArUKc1x9NYZ__DHX4uxuZ6P3FPt4v8lEpzLmBrqPv_PZNC-1i_Hp5jozELDL3xsditeYO2Rcpzs0PPr0tTNwyLYOjfzKVxdzvr7Cqr4cPPI/s1600/NHP_MakeupShow10_1591.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8PDTAXoyp13SxWvBSYZfNfwBslDr21QsPArUKc1x9NYZ__DHX4uxuZ6P3FPt4v8lEpzLmBrqPv_PZNC-1i_Hp5jozELDL3xsditeYO2Rcpzs0PPr0tTNwyLYOjfzKVxdzvr7Cqr4cPPI/s320/NHP_MakeupShow10_1591.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfnY4eHquCafaH6ejjOxZ3aIzDq7LKTrrbIr1dnhyphenhyphenUKK55NrAHLgtDUXWKZ6s7xamJRt_fg6umY_ps_nLj3-fpAagxO1HFlYYHVzpM_SruMoDUiH4OQStGdkkgzbJPvJowcBrjzPbJK08/s1600/e14885image5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfnY4eHquCafaH6ejjOxZ3aIzDq7LKTrrbIr1dnhyphenhyphenUKK55NrAHLgtDUXWKZ6s7xamJRt_fg6umY_ps_nLj3-fpAagxO1HFlYYHVzpM_SruMoDUiH4OQStGdkkgzbJPvJowcBrjzPbJK08/s320/e14885image5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />There is still time to get advanced tickets to this event - click <b><i><a href="http://www.themakeupshow.com/makeupshow/LA/tickets.html">here</a></i></b> and if you see any of the <b><i>IMPO Pros</i></b> at <b><i>The Makeup Show</i></b>, make sure to say hello!  We would love to meet you!  See you there! <br /><br /></div>

The Makeup Show 2011 - Los Angeles

The Pros are excited to attend this year's The Makeup Show on February 26th and 27th at the California Market Center in Los Angeles.  ...

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