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A few months ago I was hired to do a photo shoot for a book cover little did I know that it was for Trisha Lewis instagram sensation with over 100 thousand followers.

Trisha was unbelievably energetic, enthusiastic and her laugh is infectious. Her friend Dan Sweeney was with her in the studio too and the laughs we had that day with photographer Marc O’Sullivan when he was getting Trisha to do all sorts of high kicks, jumping jacks and hold tea cups and fruit to get the perfect shot.

The book is essentially Trisha’s weightloss and life changing story along with recipes as Trisha is a chef in Cork restaurant Jacob’s on The Mall. The book is filled with emotion of a woman on a massive journey and her followers on Instagram are her “Transformers” whom she inspires to “Beat The Bulge”.

The look and brief was for natural make up and with Trisha’s guidance we built it up to “Cork Natural” which envolved more of everything.

I’m delighted to be part of the number one best seller book and love how the book has been recieved.

The book from Gill Books is available in all good book shops and Easons.com

STAY YOU. STAY NAKED.

We’re totally over “Your skin, but better” products and the idea that looking flawless requires covering up who you really are. Meet Stay Naked Weightless Liquid Foundation, our new real-skin matte, waterproof, and vegan formula that lasts up to 24 hours and rejects the idea of a one-foundation-fits all solution. Let’s be real-no two skin tones are identical; consider all the different shades you’ll even find on a single face. It’s subtle undertones that make each of us unique, so our 50 precisely calibrated shades reflect your skin’s actual color. It’s time to find your exact match.

 

MADE FOR REAL LIFE

Stay Naked feels like a second skin, thanks to a breathable, flexible formula that moves with you. This longwear liquid foundation not only feels better on your skin, it even looks better with its stay-true color, which minimizes the appearance of pores. Plus, it’s vegan and cruelty-free, containing zero animal-derived by-products or ingredients.

 

FIND YOUR NAKED TRUTH

Our innovative, buildable medium-coverage formula reflects the true hue of your skin, down to its mastertone and subtle undertones. Our 50 shades break it down by 9 shade intensities, 3 mastertones, and 7 undertones. After you select your shade intensity, we’ll help you determine whether you’re a cool, neutral, or warm mastertone. From there, we’ll zone in on your undertones: pink (rosy), green (olive), blue (plum), neutral, yellow (golden), orange (peachy), and red (rich). Find your Naked truth with our online shade fi nder or ask any in-store Urban Decay Beauty Artist for guidance.

 

BUILD IT UP, BABY

We created the Build + Blend Sponge to give you everything you need to customize your Stay Naked look. Use the silicone center to build up product and max out your coverage, then blend and di_ use with the super-soft sponge. Dampen the sponge and watch it double in size for all-over buffng. Its tapered tip makes those hard-to-reach spots a breeze.

Stay Naked Weightless Liquid Foundation (RRP €36)

STAY NAKED CONCEALER

WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED

Drumroll, please…With Stay Naked Correcting Concealer, we’ve solved the problem of finding your true skin tone. Enter the mastertone—our key element when it comes to dialing in your exact shade. We’ve got this thing down to an exact science by factoring in shade intensities, mastertones, and undertones to reveal your naked truth (a.k.a. your true skin shade). With an expanded range of 25 vegan shades, there’s enough coverage to go around.

A FORMULA THAT FORMS TO YOU

Craving maximum coverage for up to 24 hours, but not the cakey feel? Good news—we’ve packed 25% more pigment into Stay Naked Correcting Concealer in a lightweight, breathable, and waterproof formula with a barely-there feel. With a lineup of 9 shade intensities, 3 mastertones, and 5 undertones, you’ll easily craft your best complexion yet. Plus, you can use it for just about anything—from covering an imperfection to highlighting a cheekbone. The demi-matte, flexible formula is made to last all day and all night so you can get on with yo’ bad self (no touch-ups required).

CURVES IN ALL THE RIGHT PLACES

Even when it comes to just the tip, we like to take it one step further—which is why we put a little extra work into creating a doe-foot applicator in a curvier-than-ever shape. Just use the flat side for precise, light application or lean into the curve for a heavier dose of product when you need extra coverage. Correct, cover, conceal…repeat!

 

Stay Naked Correcting Concealer (RRP €24)

Stay Naked Foundation and Concealer will exclusively launch at the Urban Decay Boutique, 50 Grafton Street on Thursday, 18th July.

Customers who would like to try out the formula will be able to get a 7-day sample of their matched shade from all Debenhams doors, House of Fraser and Arnotts also from Thursday, 18 July.

Stay Naked Foundation and Concealer will launch nationally on August 1.

 

RRPS:

Foundation: €36

Concealer: €24

 

 

I have looked at Phibrows for a long time, thinking this could be the answer to my prayers as I have very few eyebrow hairs left after manic plucking sessions in the 90’s!

I had saved up to have the procedure done last year but my little car Lola needed work so my eyebrow money was spent on that.

Recently I won a competition to have Phibrows done with Phi Master Kim O’Sullivan and I was so happy I actually cried.

So, on Wednesday this week I had my appointment and it’s safe to say I was nervous and excited at the prospect of having proper brows again.

As you can see by my before photo, I had very few eyebrow hairs!!!

Kim went through the formalities and forms, measurements and shapes to suit my bone structure etc. and the procedure began with numbing cream and the first cuts ( Scraping, weird sensation) It was uncomfortable but I kept thinking of the end result, BROWS!

Anyway, I could go on and on but I’ll keep it brief!

Here’s a pic of me about 30 mins later in my car with my new pals (BROWS)

Yon-Ka Paris Skincare is a creative brand that draws its inspiration from the botanical kingdom, its properties and benefits. The properties of essential oils act on the body and mind and have been an integral part of the Yon-Ka brand research for over 60 years. Yon-Ka believes that essential oils and well-being are inseparable. With this all natural harmonious approach, Yon-Ka has developed a smoothing exfoliating cream and a hydrating revitalizing body body milk which contain beautiful essential oils; to unveil properties that magically use their balancing action to restore wellness to the mind and body.    

Yon-Ka Gommage Doux, €36.00/£31.50 is a cream scrub that combines the exfoliating action of Bamboo and Apricot kernel powder with the hydrating and restructuring properties of Mango butter, Sesame oil and vegetable Glycerin. Infused with the essential oils of Cedar, Cypress and Rosemary, it removes dead skin cells, leaving a light hydrating film on the skin. A gentle action for perfect skin.  


Yon-Ka Lait Hydratant, €35.00/£31.00 is a fragrant body milk that combines vegetable Glycerin, Grape seed and Sweet Almond oil, leaving the skin hydrated and replenished, complete with Ginseng extract for a re-energizing effect. Apply a thin layer of body milk to the whole body in the morning/ and or evening after bath or shower to hydrate, soften and repair your skin. Boost your vitality and balance with this vibrant body milk enriched with essential oils of Mandarin and Sweet Orange.

Yon-Ka Lait Hydratant and Gommage Doux provide sensory experiences that will transport you to iconic regions of France and its territories. Take a breath of fresh air with A WALK IN THE FOREST with its fresh and woody fragrances. Indulge in the vibrant and tangy citrus notes of the CORSICAN DELIGHT. With its aromatic concentrates, Yon-Ka breaks the predictability of the daily routine, adding joy, positivity and wellness to the day. 

Yon-Ka Lait Hydrant and Gommage are now available in Yon-Ka destinations nationwide or online at Renaissance Skincare

The origin of the name Shiseido

Arinobu Fukuhara was working as chief pharmacist in a naval hospital at the meager age of 23 years old when he and his colleagues, also in their early 20’s, founded the first Western-style pharmacy in Japan.

Their motivation came from displeasure with medicine available on the market at the time, while their inspiration was “to take everything and anything good in this world and use it to create new things”.

The name “Shiseido” was chosen by the young pharmacist, with the words taken from a passage in I Ching meaning, Do (堂): “house of”, Shi Sei (資生): “where everything is born.” The whole passage reads “Praise the virtues of the earth, that is where anything and everything is born from”. Text taken from Shiseido.ie

I was so delighted to attend the presntation launch party for Shiseido Spring/Summer 19 last week in The Royal Hibernian Academy.

The Friends Room was decorated like we had just walked into Tokyo and we were sureounded by the latest make up and skin care innovations and collections.

Here are some pics I took on the night.

INNOVATION: SHISEIDO invented a weightless, Triple Gel Technology featuring a revolutionary combo of agar, clay, and copolymer gels that allow high levels of pigment to converge with water for a cushion-y, comfortable feel that stays put for hours. “It’s a whole new way of looking at lipstick,” explains GailBoyé,

SVP of Global Product Development for SHISEIDO Makeup. “These elements are normally incompatible, so this balance of pigment, water, and unparalleled glide is a true breakthrough.” In addition to the Triple Gel Technology, this formula is made of 15% water to provide a cooling burst upon coming into contact with lips and intense, lasting hydration. The result: vivid, high-coverage pigment. To keep this revolutionary lipstick as fresh as possible, the tube comes sealed in an air- tight silver wrapper to preserve its longevity and integrity.

BEAUTY MADE WITH SOUL: Designers and developers looked to theSHISEIDO archives when devising this this slender bullet that provides the ultimate level of precision straight from the tube. They were inspired by Inouï, a sleek collection created for the Japanese “career woman” in 1977.

COLOUR INSPIRATION: The shade names in the VisionAiry Gel Lipstick range are based on the bustling urban metropolis that is modern Tokyo.

J-BEAUTY TIP: Ginza Red (222) was inspired by the upscale, fashionable neighborhood in Tokyo, where, in 1916, SHISEIDO opened its first cosmetics shop. “It’s a timeless, universal colour that flatters every skin tone,” says James Boehmer, Global Director of Artistry for SHISEIDO Makeup.

INNOVATION: This flexible formula boasts a superior refractive index that boosts colour vibrancy when worn as a top coat and creates the illusion of fuller lips. Unlike most glosses, this crystalline fluid is infused with high-shine polymers that provide a Lucite-like finish that looks wet. In addition to high shine, lips are also wrapped with moisture. Free of shimmer that can compromise clarity, this crystal-clear varnish is contained in a sleek tube with an integrated applicator that helps prevent contamination after the gloss is layered over pigmented products.

J-BEAUTY TIP: Apply directly to bare lips or use as a top coat to add instant sheen to any product underneath. Pat this ultra-smooth gloss across the tops of cheekbones for a dewy effect, or layer it over Minimalist WhippedPowder Blush for a radiant flush. Mix directly with Aura Dew Face, Eyes, Lip for multi-dimensional sparkle. Or, lend lips major shine and create the illusion of volume by swathing

it across VisionAiry Gel Lipstick or ModernMatte Powder Lipstick.

INNOVATION: Developed exclusively for SHISEIDO, these weightless powder shadows are made using a breakthrough Cream Powder Matrix Technology comprised of an emollient blend of oils and esters. A transparent base eliminates any chalkiness and lends lids pure colour that lasts 12hours without creasing, while spherical powders offer a smooth, rollerball effect with zero drag. The four coordinating colours—available in satin, matte, and shimmer finishes to create a multitude of looks—come contained in a super sleek compact developed by the brand’s premiere packaging design architect.

BEAUTY MADE WITH SOUL: Known for its vibrant, inventive, and often quirky street style, these palettes draw inspiration from Tokyo’s bustling neighborhoods. Named after iconic streets— like Hanatsubaki Street—a historic neighborhood known for

its mamasan bars and jazz clubs—offers up a sultry range of smoky purples. these ultra-sleek compacts contain colours that convey the unique energy of each district.

1.Miyuki Street Nudes (matte ivory, matte taupe, matte sand, shimmer copper)

2.Platinum Street Metals (shimmer white gold, shimmer silver, shimmer pewter, shimmer bronze) 03 Namiki Street Nature (shimmer gold, shimmer antique gold, shimmer moss green, matte brown) 04 Kaigan Street Waters (shimmer white, shimmer gunmetal, matte navy, matte black)

05 Kotto Street Vintage (matte beige, matte ash brown, shimmer neutral brown, shimmer graphite) 06 Hanatsubaki Street Nightlife (matte mauve, shimmer taupe, matte plum, chocolate brown with red pearl)

07 Cat Street Pops (shimmer baby pink, shimmer lilac, matte magenta, grape with gold pearl)

08 Jizoh Street Reds (shimmer rose gold, shimmer copper, matte muted red, matte espresso)

Professional and contemporary, the Shiseido beauty tools aim to recreate multiple beauty experiences at home and delight your senses. “The brush is easy to control. You can pick up as much product as you want with it and vary the coverage, whether you’re going for a more opaque finish or a sheer look. I think this brush will enable the costumer to achieve her ideal foundation.” Dick Page, Shiseido Makeup Artistic Director

VISIBLE FEELS INVISIBLE

Always an innovator and pioneer in the powder category, SHISEIDO created 7 Colours Powder in 1917, a groundbreaking product Jill Scalamandre, President of SHISEIDO Global Makeup Center of Excellence, describes as the world’s first “non-digital filters.” Developed specifically for geishas, these tinted powders were designed to play off different lighting conditions. Now, the brand is breaking

new ground via unexpected textures and unconventional forms that feel weightless but provide intense colour payoff.

INNOVATION: Thanks to breakthrough AirFusion Technology, this fluffy, meringue-esque blush blends effortlessly across skin like a mousse, but transforms into an ultra-thin, featherweight powder with a soft matte finish that lasts eight hours. These vivid shades never feel dense or dry and can be washed across skin for a natural flush or layered for more intensity.

BEAUTY MADE WITH SOUL: Whether you desire a kabuki-style cheek draped with dramatic colour or a subtle glow, this blush delivers and melds seamlessly with the complexion much like SHISEIDO’s world-renowned skincare. The colour palette isinspired by the brand’s many muses throughout the years.

COLOUR INSPIRATION: Shades are named after SHISEIDO’s brand muses and collaborators from the company’s inception to the current day.

J-BEAUTY TIP: Apply with fingertips or stipple into cheeks using the silicone side of the DAIYA FUDE Face Duo brush. For a lit- from-within effect, layer a light veil of Synchro Skin Glow Luminizing Fluid Foundation overtop.

INNOVATION: This blush and highlighter hybrid is the future of cheek colour thanks to a Cream Powder Matrix Technology that helps this texture stay put for eight hours. Refined mica provides a lit-from-within glow, a transparent base allows for true colour payoff, and a blend of spherical powders, silicone oils, and emollient esters offers superior glide. Use the various shades to lend the face an instant, illuminating flush or sculpt cheekbones for a subtle contour.

BEAUTY MADE WITH SOUL: Similar to a delicate silk kimonothat skims effortlessly across the body, this innovative formula floats over cheekbones for a naturally radiant flush.

COLOUR INSPIRATION: Ethereal shade names play on the ideaof lightness and the diaphanous nature of the cheek colour itself.

BENEFIANCE WrinkleResist24 intensively addresses lines and wrinkles before they become more serious. Offers visible reduction in the appearance of wrinkles, and helps promote silky smooth skin condition.

BENEFIANCE NutriPerfect fortifies skin affected by hormonal changes, prompts skin to recall its youthful ways. Fragile, fatigued skin finds new energy to fight dullness, roughness, wrinkles, and decreased density. Ultimate age-defying solutions in privileged care for mature skin, with unique, high-tech formulas.

Ultimune is a product that embodies Shiseido skincare. It strengthens the skin’s natural powers of defense, enabling it to build its own beauty.
It enhances the benefits of skincare routines that follow. Smooth, supple, and with less fine lines – skin radiates with a healthy look.

Ultimune Complex– Comprising of superior, originally-developed and naturally occurring ingredients, Ultimune Complex nourishes and shields your skin, and defends against the harmful effects and external hazards.

French make up artist Amelie Moutia giving me the low down on the blush she applied and the beautiful brush she used, it was honestly the softest brush I have ever felt. The Shiseido make up brushes are absolutely beautiful and scream of quality ❤️

Shiseido is available from

Sam Mc Cauley

Debenhams.ie

Arnotts

©Alexi Lubomirski for Lancôme

22nd February 2019, Lancôme is pleased to announce the appointment of American actress, singer, and fashion authority Zendaya Coleman as the new face of the brand.

At age 22, Zendaya becomes part of the stellar cast of Lancôme ambassadors, adding her unique and diverse vision to the esteemed French luxury house of beauty. “It’s a huge honour to be able to represent a brand like Lancôme and join such an incredible line-up of iconic women,” says Zendaya.

Françoise Lehmann, Lancôme International President adds: “We look forward to a joyous future with Zendaya, whose charisma, influence in film, music and fashion is undoubted.  Zendaya brings a youthful and a unique approach to beauty that perfectly complements Lancôme’s vision and creativity.”

A Perfect Partnership

With a social media following of more than 54 million, Zendaya has become one of the most influential and prominent names in the industry.

She is a role model for her generation and she uses her voice to promote education and positivity.

At the same time, Zendaya’s involvement with charitable causes ties in with Lancome’s philanthropic commitment as well.

Joining the Lancôme stellar group of ambassadors of Julia Roberts, Kate Winslet, Isabella Rossellini, Penelope Cruz, Lupita Nyong’o, Lily Collins and Taylor Hill, Zendaya’s irresistible appeal and strong identity – attributes she shares with the other ambassadors – is indicative of a happy, bright and shining future within the Lancôme family. 

 

“LONG-WEAR AND LIGHTWEIGHT IS NOW POSSIBLE”

So a couple of weeks ago I was invited to the unveiling of the newest foundation from Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear Nude in the Ice Bar, Intercontinental Hotel,Dublin.

Designed for the woman who wants a “no makeup” look and needs an effective formula that works hard from dawn to dusk.

Teint Idole Ultra Wear Nude boasts a wide range of shades (40), with light matte coverage for up to 24 hours and a result that looks like your own skin

The lovely Lorraine Lynch, Lancôme Make up Artist demonstrated a natural make up look on model Audrey

I have been trialing Teint Idole Ultra Wear Nude for the last couple of weeks since The launch in the shade 03 and have loved the light coverage and although the finish is matte, it’s by no means cakey or flaky and I was surprised it even suits my dry skin and it doesn’t look heavy at all.

I have put it through it’s paces and I loved how it looked at the end of the day as much as I did when I first applied it.

Teint Idole Ultra Wear Nude RRP: €40 and is available from Lancôme retailers now.

XO 😘

Pantone, the colour mixing company have announced the colour for the year 2019 as “Living Coral”

The Gorgeous people at The Publicity Loft have shared their top picks of Coral/Peachy tones we can add to our make up bags.

Personally I always have Coral/Peachy tones in my kit to warm up cooler complexions, even the dullest of skins can benefit from a warm hue of the wonder that is coral!

Even if you’re not a fan of peach or Coral you’d be quickly converted but a little coral blush lightly applied to the top of your cheekbones giving you a pop of colour and a youthful glow to your skin.

Still not a fan, pop some Coral/Peach lipliner,Lipstick or Lipgloss on to get the look in a more subtle way.

Wet n Wild Megaglo Hello Halo Liquid Highlighter €5.95

Fuschia Blush singles €15.95

E.L.F. Cosmetics Blush Palette €10.75

KISS Gel fantasy range €9

CND VINYLUX in the shade Tropix €11.95

NOTE Cosmetics Long wearing Lipgloss in the shade “Coral” €7.97

PS…Beauty Lip Kit in the shade Hustle €4

Fuschia Eye Shimmer in the shade Peach Puff €14.50

Thanks for Images and prices supplied by The Publicity Loft.

I attended breakfast with Stila at Harvey Nichols in Cookes restaurant in Dundrum Town centre to preview their Christmas range.

I’ve always loved the Stila Gerbera for a pop of blush on brides and of course the stay all day eyeliner so I loved being able to play with all the new Christmas offerings.

Sascha Jackson Stila UK’s lead artist and trainer demoed all of the gorgeous products including the iconic 3D Dazzle Glitter & Glow Liquid Eyeshadow Set, Shimmering Heights Shimmer & Glow Liquid Eyeshadow Set, Nouveau Nude – Stay All Day® Liquid Lipstick Set, Aqua Glow Serum Foundation & One Step Illuminator.

Here’s some swatches of the glitters and liquid lipsticks I got to try out. Please excuse my hands, they were extremely dry at the time.

Stila cosmetics is available in Harvey Nichols Dundrum

Last year I was privileged to be invited to so many product launches and one stands out because it was a new brand to me!

It Cosmetics!

I had read about their CC cream foundation and had been meaning to try it when bam I got an invitation to preview their products and see their Christmas Collection.

This It Girl Beauty Book Vol.2 is in the Arnotts winter sale reduced from €56 to €37.52 on Arnotts.ie

Your exclusive must-have super palette is back and better than ever in this new version! The IT Girl Beauty Book Vol. 2 Your Life-Changing Super Palette All-in-One Essential For Complexion, Eyes and Lips includes all your IT Girl makeup must-haves for the holidays—and beyond. Available for a limited time only, it truly has everything you need to look and feel your most beautiful. Developed with plastic surgeons, each product is created with high-performance anti-aging ingredients to deliver your most youthful, flawless-looking results. You’re an IT Girl the moment you try IT!

Sitting in a boardroom setting surrounded by beauty bloggers and journalists I was like a magpie drawn to the sparkly new make up range and listened intently to the fabulous voices of Caolan Kelly and Mixed Gem Beauty AKA Rose Gallagher demos and play time with the products! I couldn’t wait until I got to try the foundation and I have been wearing it everyday since.

The bye bye under eye full coverage anti-aging waterproof concealer is also a revelation. And the consistency is thick to you only need a tiny amount to cover those dark circles.

Basically the brand is a women’s dream as it makes make up quicker as you are treating as well as applying make up in one step. Here’s the product information for the CC + Cream I have been using in shade Medium.

Discover your #1 best-selling,* award-winning beauty miracle—now oil-free with a poreless, natural-looking matte finish that lasts! Developed with plastic surgeons, CC+ Cream Oil-Free Matte with SPF40 Poreless Finish Full Coverage Cream is your color-correcting Full-coverage, anti-aging skincare and SPF 40 UVA/UVBbroad-spectrum physical sunscreen—in one simple step.

Created to improve the look of skin texture, this complexion-perfecting breakthroughs provides long-wear coverage and camouflages skin imperfections including dark spots and discoloration without creasing or cracking. It’s also infused with charcoal, tea tree extract, colloidal clay and Moroccan lava clay—plus, oil-absorbing, pore-minimizing technology and an advanced anti-aging serum. You’ll see powerful results instantly and more dramatic results over time. Finally, a full-coverage CC cream that airbrushes the look of your pores while providing natural-looking matte complexion perfection that lasts!

The CC+ Cream is €39 Shop at Arnotts.ie

I’ve been applying mine with the Heavenly Luxe™ Complexion Perfection Brush #7 €39 available at Arnotts.ie it gives a flawless base without make up brush stroke marks being left behind and the small end is perfect for blending around nose and eyes ❤️

Here’s the official product description

Discover your most flawless complexion with this #1 bestselling,2-in-1 foundation and concealer brush. Featuringultra-plush, award-winning Heavenly Luxe™ cruelty-free hair,a soft-touch handle and precision-cut brush heads, it givesyou all-over, streak-free coverage and a perfectly poreless,optical-blurring finish. While the large, fluffy end allowseffortlessly flawless application of your favourite foundationsand concealers, the micro-end easily blends awayimperfections in hard-to-reach areas around your eyes andnose. A makeup bag must-have, this dual-ended tool trulydoes the work for you to deliver your most natural-looking,airbrushed results every time!

The Superhero Elastic Stretch Volumizing Mascara €25 Buy has made my lashes appear thicker and longer and the brush is designed to cling to even the shortest of lashes making the most of the lashes you have without the need for fake lashes which again saves time and money.

New to it Cosmetics comes Bye Bye Redness Correcting Cream €32. At Arnotts.ie

Say “bye bye” to redness and hello to your most flawless complexion in just one step! Developed with plastic surgeons, Bye Bye Redness™ is your color-infused skincare that starts its life as a hydrating, skin-calming cream and cancels redness from view—all while delivering long-wearing, color-correcting full coverage. Rich in anti-aging peptides, colloidal oatmeal, hydrolyzed collagen, aloe and avocado, it helps camouflage any red-toned skin discolorations including rosacea, broken capillaries, blemishes, skin irritations, sun damage, scars, age spots and more. This soothing, cutting-edge, super-blendable, hydrating cream truly provides perfect coverage that won’t crease or crack, and makes your skin appear supple, even and youthfully radiant!

Images courtesy of it Cosmetics and Arnotts.ie all products available in Arnotts and online at Arnotts.ie

Kisses 😘

It’s 2019!!! Sounds futuristic doesn’t it! I thought we’d all be in flying cars (like Bruce Willis in 5th Element ) and hovering around the world by 2019!

Anyway my diary is open for weddings and I still have some limited dates available in 2019 & 2020 so get in touch if you’d like to check availability or book a trial.

Looking forward to a year full of new fresh faces to paint.

Kisses 😘

I’m trying to be more active on Instagram for 2019!

I also have a Facebook page but it doesn’t seem to be the thing anymore so I update my Instagram more.

I am on Snapchat too!

If you follow me on these leave a flag from your country in comments so I know who you are and I’ll follow you back 😘

I don’t do resolutions as I never stick to them.

But I do like these quotes I found online.

I just want to be a better me!

Saw this on Paddy Mc Gurgan insta and wanted to share it

So here’s to 2019 whatever it may bring.

I’m so sorry I wasn’t active much of last year but LIFE just took over body,mind and soul.

There were family dramas and some losses and blogging became too hard, writing in a happy tone became impossible.

I tried to concentrate more on my instagram as pictures do the talking and I just had to caption them with hashtags, much easier.

We lost our beloved Luna, our black beauty cat, she caught a nasty virus and couldn’t fight it. We were there with her right up to her last breath and it was the hardest thing I’ve ever done. Myself and my daughter were devastated, she was part of our family for seven years and we miss her everyday.

We also said goodbye to little Cami our Syrian hamster, we didn’t have her very long, she fell off the sofa and passed away very quickly. Another sad day.

My daughter changed schools which was a massive adjustment in both our lives, but the best decision, I only wish we’d done it sooner. Walking away from negativity and bullies felt so refreshing and empowering.

We adopted two little kittens in August Poppy and Lilly and they are the cutest little furry babies. They have certainly woken our house up, they are crazy and very funny!

Anyway that’s just a brief summary for 2018, I could go on but I’d fear I’d bore you all.

My next blog will also be up today.

Until then kisses and Happy New Year xxx

The daughter of one of the original Supermodels Cindy Crawford and Randy Gerber, A rising star with supermodel genes who inspires and excites. A young beauty that incarnates an entire generation. Introducing Kaia Gerber, as the new Makeup Ambassador for YSL Beauté.

“To be the new face of YSL Beauté is an opportunity to write a new story full of fun, colour and makeup. I love the DNA of a brand that is so subversive while being so luxurious and cool!”, underlines Kaia.

A SUPERMODEL IN THE MAKING

Long brown hair and deep dark eyes, striking cheekbones and a big, heartfelt smile: Kaia is definitely a supermodel in the making. Only 17 years old, Kaia has a natural confidence and self-assured sense of style that has enabled her to create an impact on the global fashion community.

Now with notable campaigns and catwalks under her belt, the much sought-after model has earned a name for herself in her own right, with covers for trend-setting publications like i-D, Love and Pop as well as well-established magazines like Vogue Paris, Vogue Italia, and Teen Vogue already achieved.

The face of a new generation of fashion stars, Kaia forges her own path, and with a social media following of 3.8 million, is already at the vanguard of fashion’s new landscape.

 

“I think these days, everything you do has to be measured with a degree of responsibility. If there are people who view me as a role model, I really hope to be able to create positive images and messages that inspire others to feel confident about the way they look, to look after themselves, and basically to be kind to themselves”, declares Kaia.

She represents a new youthful image that is both playful and edgy. Her growing independence coupled with an innate confidence makes her aspirational as a modern-day girl, doing things her own way. Whether she’s photographed by paparazzi while on holiday with her family, or pounding the runways with the fashion elite, she’s her own person, a young woman shaping her destiny, and inspiring others to do the same.

ANNOUNCING 1, 2…3 NEW YSL BEAUTÉ CAMPAIGNS

With her own effortless style – a combination of teenage eclectic yet classic taste partly inspired by the legacy of growing up at the forefront of fashion – Kaia Gerber’s commitment to YSL Beauté’s makeup is an exciting new face and voice for the brand.

Starting with a campaign in January 2019 shot by renowned photographer David Sims, Kaia will star as the face of Rouge Volupté Shine, the iconic moisturizing lipstick, and will also be the muse for Touche Éclat and Mascara Volume Effet Faux Cils in forthcoming campaigns.

“The campaigns were so enjoyable to shoot – David (Sims) and I had both worked with Kaia before, so everything felt very easy, very connected, and we appreciated every moment”, says Tom Pecheux, Global Beauty Director for YSL Beauté.

She embodies the youthful spirit of YSL Beauté, an iconic value of the brand. These new campaigns enhance the natural beauty of this rising star, while allowing for self-expression and makeup creativity.

 

“Kaia is a blossoming talent with a unique sense of style and a stunning beauty. The perfect embodiment of her generation’s desire for authenticity and edginess, as a muse and ambassador she will convey these values which entirely resonate with what YSL Beauté stands for”, stated Stephan Bezy, International General Manager of Yves Saint Laurent Beauté.

 

Photographer Shane O’ Connor

Clothes Dresses.ie

Stylist Una O’Boyle

Model Cassia from Distinct Model Management

Hair Lynsey

Make up amcjmakeup

Available to buy on Dresses.ie

Make up product list used on Cassia:

  • Urban Decay b6 prep spray
  • Make up forever HD foundation
  • Mac studio fix powder foundation
  • Bella Pierre powder
  • The balm Mary Lou Manizer & Bonnie Lou Manizer highlighters
  • The balm hot mama blush
  • Eyeshadows from Flique desert sands palette
  • Eye liner and furocious brow from the balm
  • Lipstick Penney’s liner in no.2
  • Gloss catrice lip booster
  • Lashes Penney’s individual
  • Brushes: blank canvas

Another fab day in the studio with an amazing team!

Model: Teodora Sutra at 1st Options Model Management

Photographer: Shane O’Connor

Stylist: Una O’Boyle

Hair Stylist: Lynsey

Make up by me: amcjmakeupartist

All dresses available to order on My Kind Of Dress

Make up product list:

  • Primer: Urban Decay b6 spray
  • Flormar highlighting primer
  • Make Up For Ever HD foundation
  • Mac studio fix powder c4
  • Make up for ever full coverage concealer 7&8
  • Bella Pierre foundation in Nutmeg
  • Blusher Dainty MAC
  • Blusher Hot Mama from theBalm
  • Eyeshadows Charlotte Tilbury palette & Urban Decay Backtalk palette
  • Mascara Troublemaker from Urban Decay
  • Liner Coffee pencil Mac & feline from Mac
  • Lashes are “WILD” from Michelle Ross x Madison cosmetics at Penney’s
  • Duo Glue
  • Lipstick Backtalk from Urban Decay
  • Gloss Catrice lip booster
  • Beauty spot enhanced with Coffee eye pencil from MAC

I was privileged to see the preview of Penneys/Primarks Autumn Winter 2018 collection and I loved so many pieces my bank account is going to be very quickly emptied when it hits stores!

My love for animal print and anything sparkly was reignited when flicking through the rails.

Legendary Lashes Volume 2 from Charlotte Tilbury is the mascara you need to elongate and add volume to your lashes! Just take a look at the pictures!

I will be getting some for myself as my lashes are still recovering after lash extensions.

Legendary Lashes Volume 2 is a brand NEW! reformulated mascara to give you volumized lashes in a long-wear, smudge-proof, humidity resistant formula that INCREASES volume by 507% after just one application!* It gives the dreamiest Hollywood flutter in seconds! The intense jet black colour will add the finishing touches to any eye makeup.

WHAT MAKES LEGENDARY LASHES VOLUME 2 MAGIC:

• Charlotte’s best-selling mascara is BACK and reformulated for a long-wear, smudge-proof, humidity-resistant Hollywood flutter!

• Intense black shade to help your eyes stand out from the crowd.

• Lash thickness increased by 108% after ONE application*

• Lash volume increased by 507% after ONE application*

• Fill: 8 ml / 0.27 fl.oz

• Paraben-Free

* 103 women tested over 7 days

It’s available from stores now and online too at CharlotteTilbury.com or from Brown Thomas

Legendary Lash mascara is €32

MAC Cosmetics have expanded the iconic strobe cream product even further with the launch of MAC Strobe cream body lotion so your whole body can glow and glisten no matter the weather.

It moisturises as well as highlights so is perfect for bringing on holidays with you or for prolonging the tan long after your holiday.

The glow and irridescence gives your skin a healthy youthful glow and leaves your skin feeling fresh and supple.

MAC Strobe cream body lotion is available from MAC Cosmetics now ⭐️⭐️⭐️

New from MAC Cosmetics!

They’ve added gold and pink to their magic Fix sprays and just in time to get your glow and shimmer on for those festivals and days on the beach.

The Goldlit is lit with Golden particles which will add warmth to pink tones and give extra luminosity to bronzed yellow toned skin! I can imagine it on legs and décolletage on every girl.

The Pinklit will give a pink fresh hue to yellow toned skin and also perfect for the English rose/Porcelain skinned beauties.

Applied to sallow skin it may brighten up skin and leave a fresh glow a pearlescent finish to any base.

Available from MAC Cosmetics now!!

relaxed vibe secrets in a recent interview.

“She’s done such a good job of maintaining her sense of self amongst the spotlight,” she tells Refinery29.co.uk

https://www.refinery29.uk/2018/02/190231/meghan-markle-hair-makeup-routine-products

“Even now, her look has stayed the same. She’ll throw her hair back in a low bun and it actually looks like she’s done it herself, and it’s beautiful and chic because she’s so confident. That’s the great thing about Meghan — she’s so confident with herself and her look, and she sticks with that.”

Meghan is very in-the-know — she had her blog for a while, so she just gets beauty,” she says. “But her approach is very effortless. She just wants to look like a better version of herself. That’s something she believes firmly in.”

“Every time I’d do her makeup, she’d say, ‘Can we just make sure my freckles are peeking through? I don’t want a ton of foundation,'”

Sellers says. “It was more about the amount of product that went on her skin and keeping it really fresh and dewy, rather than caking it on. So I’d use the Armani Luminous Silk Foundation with a Beautyblender because it’s really easy to sheer out.”

 

Launched in 2000, Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk foundation and its revolutionary texture won over millions of women and top professional make-up artists worldwide. Using exclusive Micro–fil™ technology to sculpt and brighten, this buildable, medium coverage foundation improves texture and blurs imperfections. Available in 24 shades to match every unique skin tone, offering a luminous, silky, lightweight fluid foundation for seamless application for an all-day, buildable coverage – suitable for all skin types.

 

Luminous Silk Foundation is available exclusively at Brown Thomas Dublin, Limerick, Cork and online at Brown Thomas

With a RRP €49.00 Luminous Silk is available in 19 shades.

Yesterday I had the pleasure of working with Flique Cosmetics a brand you’ll be familiar with if you’re a Gordie Shore fan as Charlotte Crosby is the face of the brand.

Mc Cabes Pharmacy in Tallaght opened it’s new store at the Lidl complex in Tallaght village and I was in store to promote the Flique range and talk through the products with customers. The staff are so friendly and couldn’t have been more helpful to the customers. The highlight and contour palettes are most popular and the liquid lipsticks and lashes are a must have for any make up lover. The eyeshadow palettes are so good, lovely range of colours which would suit most skin types.

It was so lovely being back in my hood, it’s been years since I’ve lived there and a lot has changed.

The range consists of two brush sets, beauty blending sponges, two eyeshadow palettes, a contour palette a highlighting palette, false lashes, liquid lipsticks and just launched lip kits.

Price range is from €9.99 for one of the gorgeous liquid lipsticks, my favourite colour is “Nude on Flique” which I’m wearing in this photo along with the contouring kit and the Moroccan Sands eyeshadow palette.

The make up I applied that morning lasted until I arrived home that night so it has good staying power.

Flique is available from Mc Cabes Pharmacy or Easilocks.com

Are you getting married or planning your hen? Looking for cute accessories? I’ve found some really cute ideas and you can get them for a fraction of the price online Here

This Donut wall decoration is only £14.99 but can make a big impact to your sweets station.

I’m loving the rose gold and coppery colours for interiors and these balloons are just so cute at £3.49

These tassels will bring some glam to an empty space for £5.99 and there’s loads of colours here too GingerRay.co.uk

10 Pcs/set Hen Party Photo Booth Prop Team Bride To Be Photobooth Wedding Decoration Bridal Shower Bachelorette Party Supplies

Cute little set of props to make your hens pictures cuter only €2.67 from AliExpress

Mr and Mrs Party Photo Booth Prop

These cute Mr & Mrs props only €1.53 on AliExpress

These transfer tattoos are only €1 from Wish.com

Tissue Pom Poms

€2 from Wish.com

I could go on but you get the idea! If time is on your side you won’t mind waiting for the post to arrive but you’ll save all those pennies for the big day ❤️

The balm have released brilliant palette with 12 eye shadows so there’s plenty of choice even for the fussiest of make up lovers.

So many combinations and endless looks can be created using the 6 matte and 6 frosted/shimmer highly pigmented, triple milled and velvety smooth shadows! I’m in love with it and It’s going straight into my kit.

Meet Matt(e) Shmaker Eyeshadow Palette is €29.50/£27.50 and is available from:

Cloud10beauty

Debenhams

Make up For Ever

Weirs Pharmacy

The Balm are on social media too InstagramTwitter and Facebook

Thebalm.com

Primark’s latest PS… beauty collection, PHr, is turning its attention to giving you confidence while getting active. The 11 piece collection, Perform, Hydrate and Recover, is about looking your best while you work out and providing the skin with key functional products that care for your skin before, during and post physical activity. These efficient products help you to recover and prepare for the next stages of your day.

The collection is divided in two categories with the first half focusing on performance products and the latter ensuring that hydration and recovery periods are covered – getting you prepped for your busy daily life or simply brunch with the girls.

The PHr waterproof mascara and PHr waterproof eyeliner are everyday products, perfect for anyone heading straight from the office to a hard-core HIIT class. These handy products will make sure you’re top of your game and help avoid any sweaty selfies or post-workout panda eyes. The PHr Pressed Powder BB Cream, the PHr Concealer Sticks, and PHr Lip and Cheek Tint are all smudge proof and convenient additions to any makeup bag.

Post workout the PHr lipstick with hydration core comes in four shades and nourishes the lip to prevent dry lips, perfect for chapped lips exposed to extreme temperatures of outdoor activities or hot gyms. There is also a PHr Liquid Lip Balm for those looking for something a touch lighter. The stand out product is the PHr cooling recovery primer which helps cool your skin whilst swiftly reducing redness. It’s also the perfect primer for makeup application, making it ideal for those heading from weights to work life. The PHr Cool Setting Spray is handy not only for workout enthusiasts but as a handbag essential, cooling you down on public transport or for when the days get warmer.

The PHr ethos is that fitness and wellbeing is for everyone – whether you are totally beauty obsessed and love trying out the latest beauty innovations or you are simply a dedicated gym bunny wanting a beauty buddy to get you through your workout confidently, these products are for you!

All PHr products are currently available in Primark nationwide.

PHr Pressed Powder, €3.50 (3 shades)
PHr Concealer Sticks, €3 (3 shades)
PHr BB Cream, €4 (light brown, brown, dark brown)
PHr Highlighting Stick, €5
PHr Cooling Setting Spray, €5
PHr Lip and Cheek Stain, €5
PHr Mascara, €2.50
PHr Eyeliner, €2.50 (brown, black)
PHr Nourishing Core Lipstick, €2.50 (nude, pink, brown, coral) PHr Primer Recovery Gel, €4
PHr Liquid Lip Balm, €2.50
PHr Essentials Kit, €8

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Happy New Year

So…. Christmas is over and I finally took our Christmas decorations down today!

With a lot of huffing and puffing, lifting and lugging, getting the cases down from the attic it’s all nicely packed away. Will brave the attic tomorrow and force the cases back up there! I can do it, with brute force that is.

Now the house looks so bare, and I’m on the hunt to find something to fill the spot where the tree was🤣 first world problems I know.

Anyway I hope you all had a lovely Christmas and got to relax and maybe you were lucky like me and you got to spend it with some family around.

Normal blogs will resume this week.

Love to you all xxx

Jo Malone Christmas tree ornament gift- perfect for Secret Santa ssshhhhh

Jo Malone blurb

A duo of our favourite scents – a delightful Orange Blossom Cologne and a refreshing Grapefruit Body Crème – nestled in a contemporary Christmas ornament. A jovial addition to the tree.

€28 from Brown Thomas

Penneys SS2018 preview of women’s wear and accessories 

Yesterday morning I was privileged to attend the Penneys preview of their Spring Summer range and it’s fab! 


It was held in Penneys Head Office in Dublin and the place was jam packed with press. I managed to take a few pics.



















The collections are all well made and there’s a collection for everyone whether your into striped nautical, floral, denim, faux fur,faux suede or pleather. 

I snapped the collections and the feedback was people loved the Rugrats tee shirt, nod to the 90’s, sliders are staying and the cut off denim shorts. 

I’m always happy to see Spring Summer clothes just right when I’m sorting through my winter wardrobe so I see an end in sight and don’t get depressed by the dark mornings and driving home in the dark. 

So if you like what you see don’t forget to make a note of the items so you don’t forget them. 

OXO Ann-Marie ❤️


Starting from €16 these candles and diffusers from Purcell & Woodcock make a great gift idea for anyone in your life. 


The Christmas cracker contains two scented Purcell and Woodcock candles and they smell delicious. 

The products are refined with beautiful fragrances and signature packaging, and aim to delight, enhance and enrich customer’s homes and lifestyles with every product.

Available from stockists nationwide and online too! Purcellandwoodcock

Penneys SS2018 men’s preview 

Taking inspiration from the sandy stretches to the streets of the city, Primark’s SS18 menswear collection is all about keeping it fresh. Our three distinct trends create the perfect mix for spring, taking you on a colour journey from the muted shades of Meadow Lab through to the deeper tones of End of the Road, with classic pops of colour being ever-present in Dog Town. Cool, sleek and urban – welcome to Primark SS18.

Creating a seamless transition from autumn into spring, Meadow Lab kicks off the new season. Inspired by a desert landscape, the neutral colour palette is comprised of earthy tones with soft touches of faded blues and burgundy, anchored by silver and beige. This combination of colours constructs a sense of freshly pressed yet timeworn outfits. Marble print tees and crisp shirts lay the foundation for this trend, whilst a layering of fine stripes and white denim all help to craft a relaxed and effortless aesthetic.

Dog Town creates that true spring feeling, with the introduction of brighter colours and metallic accents. A nod to its name, this trend has a street style edge, combining clean whites with pastel shades of pink, purple and yellow making a splash. Colour blocking is key to this trend, flawlessly blending athleisure and urban, with reflective and high-shine pieces. Key styles include acid wash denim, wide leg trousers and baseball jackets, whilst prints, slogans and collages create a youthful touch.

End of the Road leads us into the beginnings of high summer where holiday vibes are in full force in the form of neon, botanical prints and tie dye patterns. Tonal shades of coral, teal and boysenberry are three of the key colours taking centre stage. Stripes prevail but in more of a statement form, with warped graphics and ombre effects fashioning a psychedelic feel. A merge of Miami days and Shanghai nights, the satin bomber is the star of the show, with rip and repair denim, western shirts and peace symbols all making an appearance.

The SS18 collection is available from January to May 2018!

Penneys Beauty Gifts 

There’s hundreds of Beauty goodies in Penneys making Christmas shopping so easy to shop for your loved ones. 

Here’s a small selection to give you some inspiration and take the stress out of shopping x 

Disney and Novelty gifts from Penneys 



This is just a sneak peek at the range of novelty and licence Disney and Harry Potter merchandise from Penneys and is on sale from now/ Novemeber so keep your eyes peeled or you could miss out! 

Debenhams Ireland #Glamoween event in The Morgan Hotel 

YSL Beauty were there showing the new All Hours Foundations which I have been trailing and I love it! Also, the All Hours Primer and Tatouage lip colours and lip liners. I couldn’t resist a swatch. 


Urban Decay team were there also showing off the new Heavy Metals Metallic eyeshadow palette, the perfect Christmas present for UD lovers and of course their glitter liners and metallic eyeshadow creams which are so dreamy,creamy and easy to apply for party nights. 

Kat Von D cosmetics were there too! I just love the packaging and these lipsticks were so cute, perfect for nights out! 

Nude by Nature cosmetics. 

This is Y by YSL, men’s fragrance but I loved it! Perfect gift for the men in your life. 

Penthouse in The Morgan Hotel

NYX cosmetics is now available in Debenhams 

Make up For Ever were there too doing a demonstration and talking through upcoming events and new products. 

Thanks for having me Debenhams I had a great night and looking forward to going through my goodie bag and trick or treats 

Happy #GLAMOWEEN @DebenhamsIRE

@Themorganhotel

Penneys Gift Guide for Her

Some gorgeous goodies for the girls in your life!


I’ve made my list 😘

Available in Penneys now 🌟

My Brush Buddy by my kitco the perfect Christmas gift for make up junkies 

The ultimate brush holder for make up lovers! Has four sections to organise your make up brushes £32.50


And The Big Brush Buddy for those who have loads of brushes ( perfect for make up artists) has six sections to separate and organise your tools of the trade £42.50

All available to order at MYKITCO.CO.UK

And for a limited time if you preorder now you will receive a free My Beauty Buffer Brush worth £14 which is perfect for applying foundation or concealer. 

Penneys Christmas Dresses are the cutest and I want them all 

Penneys have these gorgeous dresses on sale in the north and in the U.K. And I want to start a petition to get them on sale here in Ireland! 

Mrs Claus dress €20


Christmas Pudding Dress €20


Elf Christmas Dress €20


Snow Angel Dress €20

Rumour has it that they are coming to Penneys stores in the Republic of Ireland 🇮🇪 but so far they are only available in Northern Ireland and the UK 🇬🇧 

Fingers and toes crossed 

Christmas Gift Guide : Naked Palette Vault by Urban Decay 

The vault contains the original Naked 1 palette, the Naked2 palette, the Naked3 palette and Naked Heat palette. 

Naked palette 


Naked 2 Palette


Naked 3 palette 


Naked Heat Palette 

The vault costs £120 so it’s perfect for Urban Decay fans! It’s on sale from 2nd of November! 

Penneys Stocking fillers for under €10 

Penneys have a fantastic selection of stocking fillers in store between now and November these would also be great for Secret Santa! 


2 pack tumblers €6


Large make up beauty bag €6


Gold hat €4


Small make up beauty bag €5


Earring €3


Do not disturb eye mask €2.50


Candle €9


Ombré scarf €8


Candle jar €2


Gold lip kit metallic collection €4


Copper tea cup €5


Ombré hat €4


Wine charms €1.50


Girls shoes and bow set €6


Girls hairband €2.50


Unicorn keyring €3


Make up bag €7


Peruvian style hat €6


Socks 2 pack €5


Boys Star Wars backpack €9


Boys Star Wars set €6


5 pack socks €6


Trapper hat €6


Boys velvet dickie bow €2.50


Premium flat cap €9


Slipper socks €4


Chewbacca cap €6


Slogan slippers €4


Long cable knit scarf €8


Emoji gloves €3


3 pack dress up set €3.50


Emoji face necklace €3


6 pack emoji clips €2.50


Glitter kit purple €4


Make up bag €5


Statement tassel earrings €6


Pink tassel earrings €3


Make up bag “where’s the after party” €5


Fluffy hoop earrings €3

PENNEYS GOODIES TO GET YOU ALL SET FOR THE  LATE LATE TOY SHOW 

Penneys has teamed up The Late Late Toy Show to create a limited edition collection of pyjamas, loungewear and accessories for kids big and small.

Blanket €16


Eye mask €3


Slipper Socks €3.50


Mugs €6 each 


Men’s Jumper €16


Ladies Jumper €16


Baby’s First ToyShow Bauble €3


Men’s pj’s €14


Women’s pj’s €14


Baby’s first toy show sleepsuit set & hat €10 & bib €3


Stocking €5

Penneys is donating a total of €75,000 to Temple Street Foundation and CMRF Crumlin. The range will be on sale in Penneys stores nationwide from Tuesday November 7th.

I was a patient of Crumin Children’s hospital for many years when I was a young child so this is very close to my heart and I love to support this initiative every year xxx

LUNA by Lisa Jordan lip glosses are back in stock!


LUNA by Lisa Jordan lip glosses are back in stock! All orders placed today will be shipped before the 31st October.


These glosses are pigmented so make for a fab Christmas gift for any make up loving girlie in your life! 

I just love Lisa, her sense of humour, her Cork accent (I was born in Cork) her bargain fashion tips from Penneys to River Island and now these glosses! 

“I created these four lip glosses to suit everybody. With over a decade of experience in the beauty industry, I chose each shade to complement the face. Pink Ruby and Sapphire are ultimate soft shades for day time or a special occasion while Peach opal and Amber finish off a perfect glam look. Our lips are our most beautiful feature and with a touch of shine and a layer of soft colour you will be selfie ready!” – Lisa x


The Blush Sets are €30 and are available Here at LUNA BY LISA

No7 Beauty Calendar from Boots 

The Limited Edition advent calendar costs €50 and has a fantastic selection of luxurious skincare and gorgeous make-up treats waiting to be revealed behind each door.

The advent calendar is worth over €230 and has everything you could ever need, including the renowned Protect & Perfect range.

And here’s what’s Included in the No7 Ultimate Beauty Calendar:

• No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Day Cream SPF 15

• No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Night Cream

• No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Eye Cream

• No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Serum

• No7 Protect & Perfect Lip Care

• No7 Airbrush Away Primer

• No7 Beautiful Skin Micellar Cleansing Water Normal/Dry

• No7 Total Renewal Micro-dermabrasion

• No7 Stay Perfect Amazing Eyes Bronze

• No7 Stay Perfect Liquid Liner Black

• No7 Exceptional Definition Mascara Black

• No7 Lash and Brow Perfector 

• No7 Stay Perfect Eyeshadow Matte Mocha

• No7 Stay Perfect Eyeshadow Wheatsheaf 

• No7 Stay Perfect Eyeshadow Mink

• No7 High Shine Lip Gloss Naturally Nude

• No7 Matte Lip Crayon Raspberry Red

• No7 Limited Edition Nail Colour Oyster

• No7 Limited Edition Nail Colour Bronze Gold 

• No7 Limited Edition Nail Colour Teal 

• No7 Limited Edition Small Powder/Blush Brush

• No7 Beauty Blender 

• No7 Slanter tweezers

• No7 Match Made Bronzer Voucher 

• No7 Mini Eyeshadow Brush


Click here to join the waiting list and get notified when stock is available
Boots.ie

YSL Masterclass with Fred Letailleur

What a pleasure it was to see Fred Letailleur demonstrate the newly launched YSL All Hours foundation in the beautiful surroundings of The Morgan Hotel a couple of weeks ago in Dublin. 


He also briefed us on the new All Hours concealer which has just been launched which adds more coverage where needed and the formulation doesn’t exaggerate fine lines under the eye area so that’s a yes from me. 


The All Hours primer was also used by Fred which gave the skin a flawless base on the model before application of foundation. 


Also being spotlighted was the new Tatouage Couture liquid lipstick which promises to keep lips nourished and soft without drying lips out and it lasts all day. And The New Eponge Teint YSL’s version of the beauty blender which is uniquely designed infused with charcoal. The sponge is double sided with a larger side for applying foundation and a smaller side for reading hard to reach areas for example concealing under eyes and around nose. 


I am trialling the foundation at the moment and will be writing up my review of it in the next couple of days. 

YSL Tatouage Couture is €35.50

YSL All Hours Primer is €38.00

YSL All Hours Foundation is €42.00

YSL All Hours Concealer is €34.00

YSL eponge teint is €20.00

Available from all Yves Saint Laurent counters and stockists now. 

Full review of YSL All Hours foundation coming soon 

Christmas Gift Idea No.3 Nima Brush gift sets 

Nima Brush have compiled some pretty fab gift sets for Christmas and as a lover of their brushes and a fan of Niamh the creator I just had to add these to my Christmas Gift Guide😍


There’s something for every budget and as the quality of the brushes is so good they are great value. 

Also, they are Irish so if you wanted to buy Irish for Christmas, what are you waiting for! 

Shop Nima Brush HERE

Urban Decay Trouble Maker Mascara Launch 

Yesterday I attended a master class with Urban Decay Make Up Artist Danielle Roberts in the Urban Decay Boutique which is at 52.Grafton Street,Dublin 2. to launch Urban Decay Trouble Maker mascara. 


Trouble Maker mascara promises 13.7 times lash volume giving a sexy,fluttery,intensely black look to your lashes. 


It gives volumizes and lengthens as it separates, the custom hook like bristles on the mascara brush grab lashes, even short lashes curling as it coats. 

Danielle created a catwalk make up look to showcase the star of the show “Trouble Maker” the model was stunning and I always enjoy a master class, I find them therapeutic and you always get some tips or  tricks with existing and new products. Every make up artist has their own style and techniques making master classes a must. 

SUPER FAT

SUPER LONG

AND…

SEX PROOF 

#UDTroubleMakerMascara will be on sale from 27th of September 2017 from stockists nationwide including House Of Fraser Dundrum,  Debenhams.ie and at the Urban Decay Boutique. RRP €23 

You can watch Danielle Roberts on Debenhams Ireland Facebook page giving a demo of the Troublemaker Here

I’m off out over the weekend so will give this mascara the big test and let you know how I get on 🖤❤️🖤

Lidl 1st collection collaboration Esmara by Heidi Klum sneak peek

Lidl Ireland have a pop up shop on Grafton street where customers can pop in and try on the clothes and see the stock before the 1st range from Heidi Klum goes on sale @8am on Monday Morning. 

I popped in today after a launch I attended and was amazed by the range and quality. 


I know leopard print isn’t for everyone but I’ve always been partial to a bit of Leopard print and so I was pleasantly surprised. 


I have my eye on the black biker jacket €69.95 and I tried it on in size 14 the only size they had there but I’ll be getting it in a size 10 as the assistant in the store advised shoppers to go up a size. 

The brown suede €69.95 one is gorgeous too but I’ve learnt from past experience that I never wear it, black is just me. 

The range has tops from €12 trousers,jackets from €19.95 jumpsuits,hoodies,jeans,fine knit tops. It’s going to sell out as there is something for every woman, school run clothes,work wear right through to Christmassy sequinned jackets and leopard print trousers. 


The jeans again come up small so if you’re usually a 12 go for a 14. 


My advice is buy and keep your receipt and you can get a refund if they don’t fit when you’ve tried them on in the comfort of your own home. 

Lidl Esmara by Heidi Klum lands in Lidl Ireland Stores Nationwide @8am! 

Christmas Gift guide (2)

Girls Getaway Trio from theBalm €24

This fab trio of blushers  and bronzer

 In full swing= a dark peach/coral blush  

Warm it up = a lighter peach/coral blush 

And 

Take a dip= A bronzer/contour shade to slim and contour your face giving gorgeous definition and dimension. 

It’s compact, perfect for any make up bag. Just the right shades to add warmth and definition to any complexion. And at €24 it’s a gorgeous little stocking filler ❤️

In the Balm of your Hand by theBalm €32

This to me is the next “Pippa Palette” It has eyeshadows and Frosted/shimmer, blusher,bronzer, contour and highlighters, the perfect travelling companion.

Matt Reed from the Meet Matt(e) Trimony palette= A gorgeous warm chocolate brown matte eyeshadow.

Firm from the Nude Dude palette= a shimmery gorgeous gold/champagne shade. 

Alice Copper from the Rockstar Palette= A rich burgundy frosted shimmer eyeshadow. 

Matt Russo from the Meet Matt(e) Ador Palette= A peachy warm matte shadow.

Mary Lou Manizer= My favourite highlighter ever!

Bahama Mama a perfect bronzer, also good for contouring.

Down Boy can be used as a pink eyeshadow and gorgeous on English rose/fair complexions.

Frat Boy a coral blusher to warm up even the most tired complexions.

Instain a deep coral/pink blush perfect for deeper skin tones. 

Handy for after work impromptu nights out to get glam for a few drinks. This should be a staple in everyone’s make up bag/kit. The pigments are great and easy to blend for the beginner. 

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theBalm is available in pharmacies and department stores everywhere and also available here: 

theBalm.com
Make Up For Ever Ireland
Cloud10Beauty
Debenhams.ie
Weir’s Pharmacy Mullingar

My Latest Penneys finds  

Firstly as the weather becomes more winter day by day I just couldn’t resist getting matching onesies for my daughter and I. We love cosy nights watching movies and chilling around the house in the evenings wearing our Pj’s so these onesies were just perfect. I saw JustJordan wearing hers on Snapchat and as blue is my daughters favourite colour along with the love heart design, I couldn’t resist. 

They are only €10 in Penneys but I did find the sizing a bit small so we both got the size medium(my daughter is only 11yrs old).

We both slept like logs and woke up not wanting to take them off, so cosy and comfy.


Next up I spotted stationary that resembles Kate Spade!!! I couldn’t believe my eyes. Penneys have really upped their game yet again and I love the stapler €8 and tape dispenser €5. Their Perspex and rose gold are so gorgeous and would make any desk look glam! 


And last but not least my mermaid travel mug and highlighters €3.50! Any magpie or sparkle queen will love these as stocking fillers! 


Until next time! Have a great day 😘

Lancôme Advanced Génifique Sensitive 

Yesterday I had the pleasure of going to Lancôme Ireland HQ to find out about their new hero product Advanced Génifique Sensitive.

It’s active ingredients antioxidants that are 99% pure create a boosted youth activating serum. 


I can’t wait to share my findings with you as I embark on this 28 night treatment. 

With all the stress and sleepless nights I’ve had lately I’m really hoping this brings my skin some much wanted TLC. 

Lancôme Advanced Génifique Sensitive is available nationwide and available online from Brown Thomas

Two cute Christmas Gift ideas from theBalm

Yes I just said the C word! 

Christmas 😂

These little cuties just arrived in the blogger mail and I had to share. 

Every year I promise myself I will be more organised for Christmas and this year is no different. 

So with that in mind I plan to get one present a week and avoid stress during the holiday season. 

These offerings from theBalm are fabulous and the packaging as you all know is my favourite. 

First up is “Smoke Balm”

Trio eyeshadow palette featuring Striking,Luminous & Smoking a beautiful mix of Warm sexy tones and a highlighter to make your eyes pop at your Christmas party! And the best part is it’s just €14.50!!!


Second up is Meet Matt(e) Hughes – 6 Mini long-lasting liquid lipsticks.

 I’ve shared these before as I love them. They’ve introduced 3 new shades into the mix, Loving,Captivating & Passionate. 

These liquid lipsticks don’t dry out your lips and your lips don’t feel like you’ve painted them with nail varnish. They allow your lips to breath and you can eat,drink and dance with these on and kiss under the mistletoe 🎄😘 €29.00 for six gorgeous lipsticks! Bargain! 


theBalm is available from MakeUpForEver

Selected Pharmacies or find your local stockist for theBalm

More gift ideas coming soon 🎁🎄🎅🏼😘

My Inglot essentials 

I love lots of products from Inglot but here are the items I couldn’t live without. 


No.77 eyeliner gel is a kit staple as it’s the blackest black eyeliner. It does annoy me that it dries out so quickly in the pot but that brings me nicely to my second staple product. 

Duraline makes the liner flow and more pliable. Just add a drop to your mixing palette and add to your liner and you’ve a perfect consistency to get gorgeous lines again. 

The brush pictured is the 30T it’s an angled brush I’ve yet to try but I’m planning on using this for the inner corners of the eye to get a nice clean finish to my lines, I’ll let you know how I get on. 

Do you like Inglot? Have any favourite products you couldn’t do make up without? 

XOXO 

Inglot’s, unique ‘Signature Collection’’ ‘CANDY PALETTE’ 

🍭 Introducing the final palette exclusive to Inglot Ireland. This is the final palette revealed in Inglot’s, unique ‘Signature Collection’’ 🍭Announcing Inglot’s exclusive ‘CANDY PALETTE’ €32….. ( Includes 2 brand new shades of freedom system shadows!! ) 


Presale online NOW!! The full collection is available online now for pre-sale and in celebration of this we are offering 10% off all palettes in the collection online now!! Get yours here now: INGLOT.IE

The full collection will be on sale in all Inglot stores nationwide tomorrow, Thursday 13th July with a VIP night from 6-9pm.

Introducing Inglot’s charming Candy Palette. An aesthetic addition to Inglot’s ‘Signature Collection’, this luscious palette adds an intense pop of colour to your eyeshadow collection. This day-to-night selection of shades proves popular for making green eyes pop, but looks stunning on all eye colours. Including two brand new shades of Inglot freedom system eyeshadows, this unique palette is a summer 2017 essential.  

We are in love with this palette . Be the first to get your hands on the Candy palette.🍭🍭

INGLOT.IE

URBAN DECAY STORE SET TO OPEN ON DUBLIN’S GRAFTON STREET TOMORROW


Urban Decay is beauty with an edge. It is feminine, dangerous and fun…appealing to anyone who relishes their individuality and dares to express it. From brazen shade names and an insane range of colours to innovative (and ultra-long lasting) products, we have an endless array of high-performance cosmetics that include best-selling palettes, unique eye makeup, high performance foundations, primers and setting sprays that give makeup serious staying power. 

Revolutionising the beauty industry for over 20 years, Urban Decay is now proud to announce the launch of our very first Irish store on Dublin’s Grafton Street. The ultimate manifestation of our beauty with an edge mantra (and equal parts feminine, dangerous and fun), our Irish boutique will be like no other store you’ve ever seen. From the moment you step inside, you’ll feel like you’ve died and gone to a luxurious UD wonderland.


Our co-founder and Creative Director Wende Zomnir always says that makeup is about self-expression and our new store takes that theme to a whole other level. When we say we went all out, we mean it. From exclusive UD makeup and boutique lifestyle products you won’t find anywhere else, to gorgeously extravagant fixtures. 


We’re talking ten makeup stations over two floors and reclaimed wide-beam flooring to counterbalance all the chrome fixtures and keep the space warm and inviting.

Our pad also includes a UD Lounge on the first floor, which houses a ring of light selfie wall with interactive screen to share photos within the store and on your own phone. where you can upload photos of your new look online, and an Instagram screen on the ground floor, where we’ll share all your Urban Decay love. This new space is more than just a store; it’s the ultimate beauty hangout.

 

Urban Decay’s very first Irish boutique, located at 50 Grafton Street, Dublin 2, opens to the public on Thursday, 22nd June 2017 at 10am.

 

 

 

#UDDUBLIN BOUTIQUE CONTACT INFORMATION AND OPENING HOURS:

 

To contact the Urban Decay Boutique from opening day, Thursday June 22nd, please call the team on: 01 6705403
Opening Hours:

Sunday: 12noon to 6pm

Monday: 10am to 7pm

Tuesday:10am to 7pm

Wednesday: 10am to 7pm

Thursday: 10am to 9pm

Friday: 10am to 8pm

Saturday: 9.30am to 7pm

 

Flormar triple action mascara review

The endless search for the perfect mascara wand continues and Flormar have come up with this invention where you twist the lid of the mascara to change the brush shape and add length, volume and curl to your lashes. 


Everyone has a favourite wand they prefer to make their lashes pop and flutter. I personally like a wand with volume and a tapered end to catch the smaller lashes at the inner corners of the eye. I haven’t really warmed to the plastic type wands as they don’t seem to coat all of my lashes and as I don’t tend to wear false lashes I really want what I do have to look thicker and not necessarily longer. I prefer volume over length. 


So, I gave this mascara a whirl and I’m not a convert. It has a plastic wand where as I prefer the bristles. I only wish they had brought this out with more of a brush like wand, it would probably be my favourite then. The idea behind the twisting mechanism is good,3 mascaras in one. With that in mind I will continue using it but with a disposable mascara wand instead. 

If you like a plastic wand then this is for you.


Flormar is available at nationwide in pharmacies,Mullingar Pharmacy Penneys and you can check stockists here www.flormarireland.ie

Kiehl’s apothecary preparations review 

Here it is! The big review of a special product with big promises.


I was hoping for a miracle in a bottle to minimise my pores and smooth out my wrinkles.

After using this product every night religiously for the last 4 weeks I have come to my verdict.

My skin feels softer and make up application is smoother. My open pores on my cheeks do seem less noticeable but not totally cured. My wrinkles(Furrows) haven’t diminished but my skin does seem somewhat healthier. 


I did also up my water intake to help the process and this did help hydrate my skin.

Overall, it’s a beautiful product to have and to use. 

Would I recommend it? 

Yes! Yes,I would. 

Why?

Because it’s a luxury everyone should witness and because of it’s pharmaceutical background and appearance along with the effect it has on your skin, it definitely does improve your skins texture and appearance although it doesn’t work miracles. 

I guess I’ll have to just keep saving for Botox and fillers and I’ll continue using my Kiehl’s apothecary preparation until a miracle in a bottle comes my way in the endless search for youth. 


Kiehls is available world wide Here

and online in Ireland Arnotts.ie and Debenhams.ie

Blogger mail 

I was gobsmacked when I received this gorgeous hamper from the lovely people at Mullingar Pharmacy



I had a great time going through it all as you can see and I will have fun trying it all out and let you know my verdicts. 


It’s always fun to receive goodies and this one was so thoughtfully put together 😍😘

Marina Hoersmanseder X CATRICE Limited Edition Collection

How pretty is this! I just love love love the packaging from this collaboration. I am so delighted to have a few samples of the range to try out and as you know for an affordable make up range, CATRICE always comes up with the goods. 


The eyeshadow palette CO1 EYEconic straps contains four shades that suit anyone and any occasion. Silky and smooth texture with different effects. Three frosted shadows and one satin(brown). 

This cute Mini brush is angled to help you achieve that subtle GLOW when applying your highlighting pearls.
These little pearls are so shimmery and pretty and when applied over your base will give your skin (cheekbones,nose,decollatage) a beautiful GLOW and highlight. It can be intensified for nighttime by layering on more. Easy to apply and easy to blend. 

I’m loving the colour of this nail polish, it’s called Garden View, a pretty it would suit any skin tone and it has a matt effect so it makes it that bit more edgy and elegant at the same time. 


CATRICE also sent me the cutest little make up bag in blush pink with a saddle strap design on it. Perfect size for your handbag and finished with rose gold zipper. 

CATRICE is available in pharmacies and Penneys/Primark stores too. 

CATRICE is an affordable make up brand and prices start at €2.99

Happy shopping and if you enjoy my blogs please follow 🌟🌟🌟

MAC NEXT TO NOTHING RANGE COMING SOON

Using cutting-edge technology to help you nail the whole dewy, fresh-faced look, M.A.C’s newest formulas are packed with nourishing ingredients and light-reflecting opalescent microspheres. Plus, they have hydrating properties that allow for the product to double as both a primer AND foundation. Think of it like a toning BB cream.


To round out the collection, M.A.C is also dropping Next to Nothing Pressed Powders that can be applied after the foundation for a lightweight, glowy finish–like your favorite Instagram filter.

Next to Nothing is launching this month so keep an eye out, I’ll be stocking up my kit with these beauties 🌟💋😘

Giorgio Armani Cruise Collection

LIFE IS A CRUISE is the spirit of a private yacht summer cruise on the Mediterranean. 

Presented in a two-part series, LIFE IS A CRUISE focuses first on the face, glowing with sun-drenched colors. Episode two will bring out the eyes with the colors of a beautiful summer’s night.

For its new LIFE IS A CRUISE FACE collection, Giorgio Armani has once again drawn inspiration from the light of the Mediterranean sun to warm and enhance the skin.

This collection features summer makeup that can be worn all year long to bring a natural looking glow to any skin tone, for that “just back from holiday” look. With a three-product routine suited for all skin tones, the skin is heightened with warm, natural colors like those of the sun. 

The ritual features two star products and one new product:

– MAESTRO UV SKIN DEFENSE PRIMER SFP50 preserves and protects the skin against UV rays.

– MAESTRO LIQUID SUMMER BRONZER, with its legendary ultra-light formula, recreates the perfect sun-kissed glow.

– The new SUNRISE PALETTE flatters all skin tones with warm, natural colors.

 

A THREE-STEP SUNCARE RITUAL

CLOSE PROTECTION: MAESTRO UV SKIN DEFENSE PRIMER SPF 50

MAESTRO UV SKIN DEFENSE PRIMER SPF 50 protects the skin at all times. This liquid primer combines high UV protection with an antioxidant action, enveloping the skin in a protective veil. Its lightweight texture appears to vanish without a trace and is undetectable. 

A RADIANT COMPLEXION: MAESTRO LIQUID SUMMER BRONZER

MAESTRO LIQUID SUMMER BRONZER creates an amazingly natural-looking summer glow with flawless facial contours. Infused with micro-spheres, MAESTRO LIQUID SUMMER BRONZER boasts a silky weightless texture, as soft and airy as a powder. It lets the skin breathe and gives it a sheer glow. Three warm and luminous shades, N°090, N°100 and°110, adapt to all skin tones. Apply MAESTRO LIQUID SUMMER BRONZER over the entire face or in touches from the cheeks to the temples for a natural summer glow. A single drop is enough to revive the complexion.

A SUN-KISSED COMPLEXION: NEW LIMITED-EDITION SUNRISE PALETTE
The SUNRISE PALETTE bronzing powder flatters every skin tones with a warm, radiant tan, for a natural Mediterranean glow. More than just a powder, the limited-edition SUNRISE PALETTE boasts a creamy texture that glides on the skin with the stunning coverage provided by pure pigments. A simple brushstroke dresses the complexion with the warm, beautiful colors of a day out on a yacht.
The SUNRISE PALETTE is embossed with a wave just like light reflecting on the water. To be used alone or in a three-step routine, during the summer or all year round, LIFE IS A CRUISE FACE provides skin with a glowy summer tan and has a flawless hold.

Linda Cantello, Giorgio Armani International Make-Up Artist

“Traditional bronzing products are usually way too grey or orange and always look fake and cheap. Inspired by Mr. Armani’s magnificent yacht, Main, I created the perfect bronzing collection for a flawless natural looking tan. For the first time, Giorgio Armani Beauty offers a collection that recreates the “just disembarked from your yacht” healthy tanned glow.”


 

Giorgio Armani Life Is a Cruise Collection will be available exclusively at Brown Thomas Dublin, Cork & Limerick or www.brownthomas.com from April 2017.

SUNRISE PALETTE RRP €70.00

MAESTRO UV SKIN DEFENSE PRIMER SPF 50 RRP €46.00

MAESTRO LIQUID SUMMER BRONZER RRP €46.00

#LifeIsACruise #ArmaniBeauty #ArmaniIreland

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Grey Spring/Summer Boots

I’m loving these little boots I picked up in Penneys/Primark for €17. 


I’ve been looking for a grey pair and these are just the right heel height for daytime running around. 
I got mine in Penneys Mullingar last week! 

Only a quick little fashion fix post but I hope you liked ❤️💋🌟  And don’t forget to please Follow 🌟

Dimension Series from Blank Canvas Cosmetics 

In case you missed them on my snapchat I thought I’d share the prettiest professional make up brushes with you here. 


Blank Canvas Cosmetics Have just created these metallic and rose gold beauties called the Dimension Series and they are seriously beautiful. 

The pink metallic,Rose Gold metallic & Gold metallic have already been a huge hit with make up lovers,Magpies and Make up artists already and I swooned for them too, so I was delighted and squealed with excitement when I received these in the post.

New colours, colour combinations, handle and ferrule design are among the vivid design options that turn our cherished artistic tools into a thing of absolute beauty in themselves 

Tired of silver and black? New colour options  include stylish combinations of gorgeous gold and hot pink, rich rose gold and black, metallic rose gold, and gold combined with champagne pink.

The complete collection of larger domed and rounded buffing and contouring brushes all feature exciting new looks. The range includes F01 Face Brush, F06 Bevelled foundation/contour brush,F08 Dome buffing brush,F31 Targeted Contour Brush,F33 Extréme Angle contour brush, F38 Round contour brush,F39 Dome Powder Brush,F41 Flat Tapered Cheek Brush, and the F43 Flat Rounded Multi face brush. 


Even the cutest and most precise brushes are looking super stylish in new rose gold and blank handled livery! These include F09 Flat eye/Face blending brush,F11 Large eyeshadow brush,F12 angled eye/face brush,F13 small eye/face blending brush,E01 round eye blending brush,and E03 lip detailer/inner tear duct brush.

Prices for single brushes start at €6.99 to €19.99

Handy BC Standee!



This fabulous faux leather ‘standee‘ brush bag comes in black and hot pink. Priced at €19.99 it’s ideal for storing your brush collection and perfect for travelling too. When opened it sits on its reinforced base, allowing handy access and easy sight of brushes.

 Blank Canvas Are available online from:www.blankcanvascosmetics.com 

All major stockists, including

 Cloud 10 beauty

Magees,

  Meagher’s Pharmacies,

Healthwise,

 and 

Cara Pharmacies

Happy Shopping 💋🌹❤️

Christmas Gift Guide for Children 

Irish Fairy Door Company, Paint your own set €24.95 buy Here

Merry Christmas personalised jigsaw €18.95 from Gifts.ie


Interactive worry plaque €34.95 available in toy stores and online Here at Irish Fairy Door Company

Christmas Pippa Bows €8.00 from Little Bow Pip


3D Toadstool night light €29.95 in toy stores and online Here at Irish Fairy Door Company

Worry Monster €5 from Euro Giant


A personalised Plate for Christmas Eve to leave out for Santa €20 from Andrina’s Personalised Plates

Thanks for visiting my blog. 

Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas 💋🎄🎅🏻❤️

Kiehls is coming to Cork


Amazing news for Cork and Kiehls lovers! 

Kiehls is opening its first store in Cork, opening on 18th November 2016 at Debenhams Department Store, Patrick Street, Cork.

I have been a lover of Kiehls since I worked in Blu Eriu many years ago. 


Kiehls.com

Get The Look: Confetti Magazine with Cover Girl Katie Larmour

I’ve been so excited for this cover to hit the shelves so I can reveal it to you all. 

Katie was such a pleasure to work with, beautiful skin, great personality and that accent is just gorgeous. 

For the Autumn Cover I wanted to keep the look classic,fresh and pretty. 

On Katie’s skin I applied some of this amazing primer from Make Up For Ever
And to give a flawless yet not heavy foundation I chose the HD foundation no.140 from Make Up For Ever 
To cover little blemishes and redness I used Full Coverage Concealer Shop here

To set the base I used this gorgeous powder Here


To add some warmth on high points of Katie’s face I chose this gorgeous bronzer Pro Bronze Fusion

And to contour I used this sculpting kit See it here

For highlighting I wanted some light shimmer and chose this stunning iredescent powder to luminize the cheekbones, down the centre of the nose and Cupid’s bow Shine on compact click hereTo create a natural flushed cheek I applied no.225 on Katie’s cheeks Blusher link here

On Katie’s eyes I used this palette which has lovely soft Browns, perfect for creating a beautiful smoky eye.Shop Palette hereThe liner was kept close to the lashline using cake eyeliner with a few drops of water from Make Up For Ever

To give lashes definition I applied lashings of Smoky Extravagant Mascara from Make Up For Ever



And added some 711 lashes from BABYDOLL Cosmetics

I lined Katie’s lips and filled them in using light strokes with Rosewood Lip Pencil

I mixed some of these pretty lipsticks to create the perfect kissable lip using this divine lip palette Shop it here

I dabbed on this plexi gloss to finish the look Shop plexi gloss hereSetting spray was spritzed all over Katie’s make up to preserve it under the studio lights & keep it looking fresh. Shop here

On Katie’s Body I applied Cocoa Brown Golden Goddess Oil

Get The Look, Cover Shoot for Confetti Wedding Magazine

This shoot cover was a challenge as the studio and make up room were so hot. One model had a slight reaction to make up and one model was over heating but I think you’ll agree it all worked out in the end and the result is a gorgeous Magazine cover.

I used everything from Blank Canvas Cosmetics including:

  • Pippa Palette
  • Master Series One Palette
  • Contour cream palette 
  • Powder contour palette
  • Brushes

Lashes were from my favourite BABYDOLL Cosmetics 

Nails were manicured and gelish applied by the talented and funny Michele Burke

The Foundation I used was Make Up For Ever HD


Hair was styled to perfection by the hair maestro Glen Cullen assisted by the selfie king Cian Kavanagh.

Photographer Anita Sadowska

Styling by Carmel Ann Daly

Flowers were from A Room In Bloom

Jewellery by Weir and Sons

My May Make up Favourites 

Sorry it’s late being posted, I’ve been busy with weddings and shoots. 

It’s hard to pick just a few items but these products have really stood out for me in the last month so are worthy of a mention. 



YSL DESSIN DU REGARD STYLO WATERPROOF EYELINER:
This little beauty came to my rescue on a few occasions as its staying power is brilliant. I recently had a shoot where the model had “leaky eye” and nothing would stay put under her lower lashes and as I was going for a smoky look I was determined to find something to stick. I pulled out this YSL pencil and blended it under the lower lashes and it worked and didn’t budge. The more poking and prodding you do to an already irritated eye can be a recipe for disaster but with this pencil there was no need to keep at it after I blended it. Would be amazing for people with sensitive eyes and anyone who wants their liner to stay put. 


Products from The Balm:

How about them apples palette: delicious creamy cheek and lip colours perfect for summer and just gorgeous for summer. 

Nude Dudes palette: A perfect selection of nude eye colours to create any smoky eye or natural pretty look you desire. Easy to blend and a mirror included, perfect for your handbag.



Time Balm Primer
: smoothes out skin and blurs fine lines to give skin a great base before applying foundation. I only apply this to the t-zone and its so light and easy to work with. 



Mary Lou Manizer
: because every girl should have this highlighter in their possession. It’s not famous for no reason, it is truly a beautiful highlighter and brightens up a flat make up and adds a glow to tired looking skin. 



Hot Mama
: this has fast become one of my go to blush products. The peachy/coral tones are beautiful and flattering on most skin colours and brighten up any make up application.

Mai Bills be Paid lipstick: my most recent favourite nude lipstick. Creamy and moisturising and gorgeous to accentuate gorgeous lips. 



Ima Goodkisser lipstick
: a lovely pink without blue pigment. A lovely shade that won’t look “too much” and pretty enough for brides. 



Penneys individual eyelashes
are so brilliant when you have limited time to apply lashes but your client doesn’t like strip lashes as they come in little clusters and so make application faster yet give the same amazing result. 

Bella Pierre BB cream

Bellapierre Derma Renew BB (Beauty Balm) Cream is a combination of advanced skincare and full skin coverage. This anti-aging formula acts as four products in one:

· Concealer

· Foundation

· SPF 15

· Moisturizer

Oil free, mineral-based formula will not clog pores and naturally covers imperfections.
Available in 5 shades to match all skin tones.

· Maximum coverage

· Smooth & Matte finish

· Highly pigmented, lasts for 14h

· Flawless appearance

· Silky satin texture

Squeeze a small amount onto fingertips and smooth evenly over face. Blend into neck. Allow to fully absorb.
 

Here’s some links for stockists:

Y.S.L. UK
Y.S.L. Brown Thomas
Y.S.L. Debenhams
The Balm @ Cloud10Beauty
Bella Pierre available at Biofresh

Flormar Double Radiance Primer Highlighter 

This has to be one of my favourite affordable highlighter & primer combinations ever. This is only €12.95  for 30ml so it’s incredible value. 

The texture is light and absorbs quickly which to me makes it last longer than most I’ve tried. I have slightly oily skin but this does not budge even if I don’t fix it with powder. 


On good skin days I’ve worn this on it’s own over my moisturiser or BBcream but it’s also beautiful with foundation for a night out or for work. 

The added bonus is that it has an SPF10 in it too, so it protects my skin when it’s sunny outside, although to be fair, I wear SPF every day because I am very weary of skin/sun damage. 


Flormar is available world wide and in Ireland you can find your nearest stockist here Flormar Ireland 

Courtney Smith International Fashion Stylist and her make up favourites.

coco1Courtney Smith is a sought after fashion stylist, columnist, Fashion TV Expert and Presenter who regularly appears on Xpose on Tv3 has given me an exclusive insight into her make up bag and secrets of her flawless skin.

What skin care regime do you use morning & evening?

I use Kiehl’s – I am a big fan. I use the midnight elixir oil at night (sparingly) and I use the Rose Artica lightweight cream daytime.

I don’t have a strict regime but I always take all my makeup off every night and try get a facial once every 6 weeks (its all I can squeeze in time wise I’m sure it should be more often than that!)

Do you use moisturise? If so what do you use?

As above on my face. I use a fab body oil from Sanctuary that you can get in boots on my skin otherwise.

Do you have a must have skin care item?

Probably the Rose Artica cream from Kiehl’s – my skin has never felt better.

What is your favourite beauty treatment?

Decleor facial in Glam beauty salon in Swords – I leave with a brand new face!

Favourite foundation?

Revlon Photoready – every time! It creates a flawless finish.

Favourite make up brand?

Varies depending on the item and product – I have no brand loyalties.

Can’t live without?

The liner marker pen by Bourjois

Love product?

Mac Bronzer powders

Leave product?

Blusher… the powder ones always break so half the time I use my lipstick as a cream blusher instead.

If you had €200 what skin care or make up would you purchase?

All the Kiehl’s products

Does make up change how you feel about yourself?

Not particularly; I feel as confident and empowered with no makeup on but I think there is a time and place for both bare face and made up face. I would never go to a meeting with no makeup on, but then again I would never go the the beach with a face of makeup either.

And lastly what’s your favourite make up look?

My personal preference is just a great base; glowing skin, nicely defined brows and some subtle highlighting.

The rest that follows varies from the bold lip, to a smoky eye – depends on my mood!

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Super Natural Home remedies for Skin & Hair

Super Natural, Home remedies for skin & Hair

1.Super exfoliating mask:

All you’ll need to do is add 1 teaspoon of honey to 3 tablespoons baking soda. Squeeze the oil out of 3 to 4 Vitamin E capsules to the mixture and add 3 to 4 teaspoons milk (or water if your prefer) and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon.

Gently work the mixture into your skin in a circular motion, then allow to dry for 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse off with water, again using a circular motion for more exfoliating action.

Are you tired of having dark eye circles? Try this DIY:

Chop and crush a sprig of mint leaves and apply to dark under eye circles for 20 mins. before rinsing. Mint can get rid of dark circles under the eyes, improve skin tone, and it feels refreshingly cool when it is applied. Just do this twice a week and you will see the difference!Home remedies for skin & Hair-01Home remedies for skin & Hair-02Home remedies for skin & Hair-03

 

2.Make sure your skin is fighting the dryness with this DIY Lavender Coconut Oil.

All you will need to do is mix 2 cups coconut oil, 1 cup Epsom salt, and 20 drops Lavender essential oil. Store it in a container with a tight-fitting lid until ready to use.

This will surely work wonders during your next bath!

3.Make your skin glow with an easy home remedy in 5 min.

Here’s the recipe: 3 TBSP baking soda 1 TBSP water mix together well.

Just apply to face in a circular motion and let sit for five minutes. Gently rinse off with warm water and say hello to healthy, glowing skin! Simply do this once a week!

4.Try a coconut, milk, & honey serum for hair growth and shine!

Just whisk the ingredients together and pour the mixture into an empty hand soap container for an easier distribution of the treatment.

Apply by massaging your scalp for at least 2 minutes, this will stimulate blood flow to the scalp and help nourish it. Leave it in for an hour, or if you’re in a rush, leave it on for no less than 30 min. Finally shampoo and final rise with cold water.

*Your hair will feel greasy at first, but after you let your hair dry it will look shiny, hydrated, and soft.

Do this once a month or once a week for people with really dry hair, and you will reap the rewards!

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5.Suffering from dead ends?

Don’t give up on them just yet! This is especially helpful for girls who bleach/ombre their hair.

1. Heat a cup of olive oil on the stove until its hot, but not hot enough that it will burn your skin.

2. Grab your hair in your hand like a pony tail, and lower it into the olive oil, allowing the oil to saturate your unhealthy ends

3. Carefully over a sink, slowly pour the rest of the olive oil on your scalp, and comb through your hair. Massage your hair and scalp to evenly distribute the oil

4. Clip your hair up out of the way and let it sit for 15 minutes.

5. Thoroughly shampoo and condition your hair to finish the process.

Repeat this process once a week for healthier, thicker, faster growing hair!

6.Try this protein hair mask to restore and nourish those locks!

All you will need is:

1 Tablespoon Olive Oil

1 Egg Yolk

1 Cup WARM Water

1. Make sure your hair is freshly washed & detangled. Also, pat hair with towel to soak up moisture.

2. Mix all ingredients together.

3. Apply to damp hair. {The best way to do this is to use a bottle with a small opening at the tip and distribute throughout hair.}

4. Once mask is applied, run a comb through your hair to be sure the mask is evenly distributed.

5. Let sit for 30 mins.

6. Rinse hair with warm water & shampoo & condition as normal.

This mask creates healthy, smooth & shiny hair that has more body than before as well as encourages hair growth!

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6.Want longer eyelashes? Try out this serum to help them grow.

Just mix 1/4 of aloe vera gel, 1/4 castor oil, and 1/2 vitamin E in an empty container and apply with an old, but clean mascara wand. Follow up by cleaning your lash line with a cotton bud. Repeat this every night before going to bed and you should see results in a month! Enjoy and good luck!

7.Treat yourself to a mid-week spa session at home with this DIY Healing Detox Bath!

Just mix 2 cups of Epsom salt, 1/2 cup of raw apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup of baking soda and a few drops of lavender essential oil in a warm tub and soak your cares away.

8.Take coffee grinds with olive oil, and make into a paste.

Massage well into the area with stretch marks for about 5 minutes. Then take a hot towel, and wrap it around the area for about 20-25 minutes. Remove and wash off with warm water. Also, when you are finished, apply a moisturizer to the area. The olive oil with the caffeine in the grinds, will help stimulate the area to remove the stretch marks. If you do this 1-3 times a week, you will start to notice a difference within 2 weeks!

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Make Up For Ever Brush Launch

This week I went along to Make Up For Ever and attended the launch for the new make up brushes.

Not only was the wonderful Annie Gribbin there to start the evening off with an introduction to all the new Aqua and HD ranges she introduced the Master class with International Pro Trainer and Makeup Artist LAILA FRIEDLI.

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Laila has over 10 years experience in the makeup industry based in both Paris & Switzerland.

Her natural talent was discovered by Dany Sanz whilst she was a makeup student at the MAKE UP FOR EVER Academy in Paris. She then became Dany’s protege and went on to become a brand ambassador training pro-artists all over the world. Laila was an inspiration and as I was out on a school night unfortunately I didn’t get to see the make up look before I left. Few pics of the make up Laila demonstrated using HD & Aqua ranges can be seen here or go on to site to see more.

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I can’t wait to get some of these gorgeous brushes in my hands! All synthetic, hand made and not one single animal hair in sight in the new range.

Shop here:

www.mufe.ie

Watch the video here:

http://www.makeupforever.com/int/en-int/videos/brushes-story

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Urban Decay’s New Range

Urban Decay are bringing out these goodies soon!

NAKED ULTRA NOURISHING LIPGLOSS:

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from left to right: lovechild, liar, walk of shame, nooner, rule34, beso, streak, naked, freestyle

9 neutral shades that Urban Decay is saying will make even make lipgloss lovers out of lipgloss loathers.

Just like NAKED eyeshadows, even the most subtle change in color makes a big difference.

What’s so special about it:

Hyaluronic Filling Spheres with vitamin E, avocado oil, shea butter to hydrate and condition. Rosehip seed oil for an extra punch of antioxidants, including A and C.

It’s supposed to be a mix of luxe gloss and rich balm to moisturize, fill in the lips and be beautiful!

NAKED SKIN BEAUTY BALM…

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2 new shades!!!

Naked Light and Naked Dark

What it’s got:

Pepha-Protection (from watermelons!) rich in amino acids like Citrulline that help guard the skin. Vitasource and dGlyage firm skin, improve elasticity and all kinds of anti-aging benefits. Plus sunscreen and stuff to blur lines and flaws and even out skin color.

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5 Shades:

*Naked Light

*Naked Medium Light

*Naked Medium

*Naked Medium Dark

*Naked Dark

What’s so great:

micobeads of hydration that “burst” when you apply the powder to the skin, causing it to glide on weightlessly. Jet-milled, so incredibly fine.

FREE OF OIL, PARABENS, ALCOHOL AND FRAGRANCES!

Urban Decay is available from Debenhams and www.debenhams.ie

Teodora Sutra

Teodora Sutra is undoubtedly one of my favourite models and I just loved chatting with her about Make up, skin care & even a little fashion.

Teodora is represented by 1st Options and is one of their busiest models, with bookings here and abroad, so I was very excited when she agreed to an interview and here it is for you to get a glimpse inside her beautiful world.

Hi Teodora, What skin care regime do you use morning & evening?

Every morning I wash my face with cold water, then cleanse with Vichy Purete Thermale calming cleansing solution, then I use La Roche-Posay soothing toner for sensitive skin & finish off by moisturising my face with La Roche-posays toleriane ultra face cream, which Is made for allergy prone skin. In the evening I would do the same but instead of the face cream I would use Weleda’s skin food face cream. I like using skin care that is as natural as possible.

Do you use moisturise? If so what do you use? Weleda’s skin food & La Roche-Posay

Do you have a must have skin care item? Elizabeth Arden 8 hour cream! Love it.

What is your favourite beauty treatment ? I love getting microdermabrasion treatments when I go to Latvia.

Favourite foundation? Mac face & body

Favourite make up brand? Mac

Can’t live without? 8 hour cream & Rimmel mascara.

Love product? Good face cream

If you had €200 what skin care or make up would you purchase? shu uemura cleansing skin care & face oils.

Does make up change how you feel about yourself?

It makes me feel more confident on days when I have a bad skin day I don’t like wearing a lot of make up but nice brows, mascara & a little concealer I like!

And lastly what’s your favourite make up look? Natural & glowy skin, Also low the bare eye & strong lip look!

Designer or high street clothes? I think a mixture of both! But I love high street.

Do you have a favourite Irish designer? I have a few!! I’m in love with Umit Kutluk pieces & gowns, so elegant!! & new young designer on the scene called Claire Lynam.

Favourite high street store? Zara.

Who inspires you in fashion? My work

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http://1stoption.ie/female-models/teo-sutra/

http://www.latvia.travel/en

http://clairelynam.com

Clarins Eyeshadow Palette

Clarins Have Just released an eyeshadow palette which will rival urban decay’s Naked Palette and I have to say I am so far very impressed.

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I have used the Naked Palette so much I am on my 2nd one in my Kit.

Clarins description of the Palette “Beige, taupe and brown are featured in a harmony of 10 eye shadows which bring out the beauty of women’s eyes while supporting human rights and the environment.”

This palette was created as part of an initiative to minimise our environmental impact: it features carefully selected materials and reusable packaging.

In addition to beautifying eyes, Clarins has joined forces with Pur Projet and has committed to planting 10,000 trees for medical or cosmetic use, which will help revive the Kuntanawa culture (Amazon). – See more here

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Suzanne Jackson

Suzanne Jackson has worked so hard to achieve every bit of success and I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate her on her recently published book.

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I had the pleasure of working with Suzanne on a shoot for Valentines Day in the Sunday World Magazine and even then it was apparent that there was just something special about Suzanne.

Suzanne’s Daily Blog on Fashion,Beauty and Make up shot her to fame and now Suzanne also regularly does Make up Videos which can be viewed on YouTube.

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Suzanne is in my opinion a beautiful person who is driven,strong,ambitious, professional and grounded. A great role model for young ladies.

And I am so proud to know Suzanne and wish her all the best with the Book and her upcoming TV career.

Photographs courtesy of

www.steveburkephotography.com

Styling: Nicole Spain

Hair: Amy Wilson

Make Up: www.annmariecarey.com

Suzanne’s Book is available to buy here: www.sosueme.ie

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Pink lips

Pink is my favourite colour and I love a pretty pink lip on Brides,Bridesmaids, Mother of the Bride, Mother of the Groom, Flowergirls, Models, Celebrities,Dancers & in fact there is rarely an occasion where I can’t chose a pink or mix one up for a client.

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I have been mixing two of my favourite M.A.C. Lipsticks Candy Yum Yum & Saint Germain for some time now and Love them together!

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www.maccosmetics.co.uk

www.annmariecarey.com

Pippa O’Connor Ormond

Pippa O’Connor Ormond is gorgeous inside and out and is undoubtedly one of Ireland’s favourite & busiest models with Andrea Roche model agency.

Pippa is also wife to her Prince Charming Brian Ormond and Mummy to baby Ollie.

Pippa’s blog is a go to blog for all mummy’s and fashion lovers and Pippa regularly has competitions and Giveaways to reward her loyal blog followers.

Here’s the link below and some pics of make up I did on Pippa for the Sosad charity fashion Show.

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www.pippa.ie

www.armodelagency.com

www.sosadireland.ie

Confetti Magazine Shoot

Shoot for confetti magazine

Kinnitty Castle provided the perfect back drop for this shoot and we were so lucky to stay in this haunted Castle the night before the shoot. Perfect location for a wedding and the staff were so lovely.

 

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Photographer: Agata Stoinska

Hair:

Michelle Montgomery

Stylist:

Thomas Johnston

Make up:

Ann-Marie Carey

Celebrity Apprentice on TV3

Celebrity Apprentice on TV3 has hit our screens with a bang and there are personality clashes all over the place.

The issue is that they are all very strong individuals and successful in their own right.

My favourites are Amanda Brunker, Journalist,Author,Former Miss.Ireland and Mum to two boys.

And Daniella Moyles, Model & T.V. Presenter who recently did an interview with me disclosing her secrets to her perfect brows,skin and make up. I was delighted Daniella won the first challenge as Project Manager and donated the cash to Friends of St.Lukes as they helped my family when my Aunty Dolores passed away in St.Lukes earlier this year & Myself,my Mum and my cousins and their friends raised money for St.Lukes at the Flora womens Mini Marathon.

I have worked with both Amanda and Daniella and they are both gorgeous people with very different personalities.

Both are in my eyes winners but who will win? I guess we will just have to watch every week to find out!

 

Here’s some shots of Amanda’s shoot for Sunday world:

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Photography: Steve Burke

Make Up,Hair : Ann-Marie Carey

Styling : Nadia Power

Shoes: highheels.ie

Location: Cafe en Seine

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Daniella’s shoot was for : http://www.frocknfabulous.com

Independent news paper

weekender magazine

Photographer:Emily Quinn

Make up: Ann-Marie Carey

Hair: Talking Heads hair salon,harolds cross

Steve Burke Photoshoot – Look 2

We had such fun creating two different looks for Sinead a few weeks ago and as a crew we worked together very well.

And as usual Steve’s photos are gorgeous.

For this make up look I went darker, more feline and almost ballet-esque with the make up.

A full list of products used for make up,hair and nails will be posted here on the blog very soon.

Here is look 2

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Photographer Steve Burke
www.steveburkephotography.com
Model Sinead Noonan
http://armodelagency.com/2011/10/04/sinead/
Stylist Laura Mullett
https://www.facebook.com/LipstickGossip
Hair by Lorna Flannery
https://www.facebook.com/NewcastleHairAndBeauty
Nails Eve Mason
https://www.facebook.com/creativenails
Make Up by me
www.annmariecarey.com

Steve Burke Photoshoot – Look 1

We had such fun creating two different looks for Sinead a few weeks ago and as a crew we worked together very well.

And as usual Steve’s photos are gorgeous.

Here is look 1

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We played around with the nail designs,styling,hair and for make up I decided to keep the look quite natural and let the clothes do the talking. A full list of products used will be posted on my blog soon so keep an eye out.

Photographer Steve Burke
www.steveburkephotography.com
Model Sinead Noonan
http://armodelagency.com/2011/10/04/sinead/
Stylist Laura Mullett
https://www.facebook.com/LipstickGossip
Hair by Lorna Flannery
https://www.facebook.com/NewcastleHairAndBeauty
Nails Eve Mason
https://www.facebook.com/creativenails
Make Up by me
www.annmariecarey.com

Water Wipes – A kit essential

I’m loving using these wipes on set,at shoots,weddings and because they are natural and suitable for sensitive skin I’ve even been using them at home on my daughter too! Great for removing make up, taking the bulk from make up brushes before using brush cleaner(economical).

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Perfect bed side table essential for those late nights when you are too tired to do your skin care regime in your bathroom. A swipe with a Water Wipe will remove your make up so you can sleep guilt free and avoid waking up with the panda eye look!

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Water Wipes are made in Ireland so that’s another reason to try them for yourself.

Water Wipes are available in supermarkets and pharmacies throughout the country.

www.waterwipes.com

Wow Brown

I just love receiving goodies in the post and cannot wait to try this out. I’ve heard so much about Wow Brown and now I’m so happy I get to try it out myself in the comfort of my own home.

It’s exactly what I need as winter has set in and my pale skin has become even paler.

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I’ve tried lots of false tans in my time and I’m extremely fussy about application, wearability, how the tan fades and how long it stays perfect so will be giving Wow Brown my undivided attention in preparation for going out this weekend.

Review on Wow Brown will be posted early next week

www.wowbrown.com

Bella Pierre Make Up Review

For the past few weeks I have been using these gorgeous products on clients on shoots,weddings and debs make up applications.

And it’s safe to say that I am in love with them.

The mineral foundations are so soft and light on skin and I was surprised by the coverage that can be achieved when using my Blank Canvas foundation buffer brush to apply it.

The loose powder blushes and bronzers are so pretty, the colours are so universal and I’m loving Autumn Glow applied to apples of cheeks with my Real Techniques blusher brush, it gives a flush of youthful colour to the base and lifts even the tiredest of my clients.

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The Catwalk lipstick is so fantastic to have in my kit as the colour suits everyone and when the clear Bella Pierre gloss is added I achieve the most kissable youthful lips on each client.

The eye shadow powder stack is just brilliant and I especially love the range of colours and “champagne” is just so beautiful when applied to inner eyelid to make any accompanying eye shadow pop!

The fact that these products have absolutely no chemicals is even more reason to have them in my vast kit of Make Up and I will say it again I love them!

You can buy Bella Pierre exclusively here:

http://www.biofreshskincare.ie/bellapierre-makeup.html

Real Techniques available @Boots stores or online here:

http://realtechniques.com/

Blank Canvas Cosmetics brushes can be ordered here:

http://www.blankcanvascosmetics.com/products/f23-pointed-tip-face-brush-hd-face-collection.html

Jane Swarbrigg (Inglot Ireland) tells me how she keeps her skin looking amazing

Jane Swarbrigg brand manager of Inglot Ireland tells me how she keeps her skin looking amazing and the products she loves.

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What skin care regime do you use morning & evening?

Moisturise in morning and cleanse and moisturise in the evening, I also exfoliate regularly.

Do you use moisturise?

Yes twice daily body and face

If so what do you use?

I use e45 on my body and Clarins on my face with SPF.

Do you have a must have skin care item?

Body Moisturiser and Primer when wearing make up.

What is your favourite beauty treatment?

Full body massage

Favourite foundation?

Inglot YSM Foundation

Favourite make up brand?

Inglot…of course

Can’t live without?

Inglot False Lash Mascara

Love product?

Contour Powder for the cheekbones.

Leave product?

Red Lipstick, I don’t think it suits me personally.

 

If you had €200 what skin care or make up would you purchase?

Definitely some really good brushes, these are the tools you need to apply a flawless finish and good quality brushes will last a life time if you care for them, a great investment!

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Does make up change how you feel about yourself?

Yes definitely although I don’t plaster myself I do think it makes you feel more confident. The key to make up is wearing it in a way that accentuates your features not wearing to much that it hide what’s underneath.

 

And lastly what’s your favourite make up look?

Striking smokey eyes and strong gel liner flicks for a stunning evening look.

 

http://www.inglotireland.com

Blank Canvas Cosmetics Make Up Brushes

Blank Canvas Cosmetics just sent me these gorgeous make up brushes and I can’t wait to use them on myself and try them out on upcoming shoots and projects!

As soon as I get a feel for the brushes and put them through the cleaning/washing process I shall blog about their performance for you all.

Until then here they are in all their glory and I am loving the compact case they came with.

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Blank Canvas Cosmetics Website
Blank Canvas Cosmetics Facebook
Blank Canvas Cosmetics Twitter

 

Real Techniques Make up Brushes

Great quality Make up Brushes are vital when it comes to applying make up. It’s the difference between shedding hairs on your models faces or scratchy harshness from cheap bad quality brushes. I have a vast array of brushes in my kit from Mac Cosmetics, Smashbox and Shu Eumura and have just had the opportunity to try these beauties from Sam Chapman’s Real Techniques range which are available on line or in Boots stores.

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The softness, bristle quality and durability is so great even after constant washing and cleaning they still look brand new.

Clients have mentioned how lovely the brushes feel against their skin and I’ve had emails asking about them.

http://realtechniques.com

www.pixiwoo.com

Urban Decay in my kit

Urban Decay has been a favourite make up brand of mine for some time now and it’s an essential part of my kit.

Here are just a few pieces of Urban Decay products I love to use

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Laura Scanlon, beautiful Assets Model shares her makeup tips

Laura Scanlon the beautiful Assets Model and soon to be Crossfit coach takes time out to chat about the secrets behind her beautiful skin and that beautiful face.
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What skin care regime do you use morning & evening?
I always cleanse, tone and moisturise morning and night, I love simple & nivea products and I use a serum from Aldi under my moisturiser it’s amazing!

Do you have a must have skin care item?
My must have item would be sudocream for any blemishes.
What is your favourite beauty treatment ?
 I like to get my eyebrows threaded for that clean look, although it hurts like hell

Favourite foundation?
I use mac foundation for nights out but I usually wear Garnier BB cream during the day.

Favourite make up brand?
I love MAC foundations and lipsticks and then I use Urban Decay Naked eyeshadows.
Can’t live without?
Can’t live without mascara, feel naked without it, I use Loreal Teloscopic. I love Prada perfumes, especially the new Prada Candy!

If you had €200 what skin care or make up would you purchase?
If I had 200e to spend I’d buy a variety of mac and Urban Decay make up.

Does make up change how you feel about yourself?
While living in Dubai I barely wore any makeup during the day so it made me get used to looking at myself with no make up so I feel good with or without ( once mascara is involved:))
And lastly what’s your favourite make up look?
 I love a strong smokey eye and nude lip on a night out!
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To book Laura: Assets Models Website

Daniella Moyles talks to Ann-Marie Carey Makeup

Daniella Moyles, One of Irelands most popular top models, T.V. presenter & a beautiful person who has just been signed by Hollywood agency Octagon takes time out of her hectic schedule before leaving for the states to tell me her secrets!

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What skin care regime do you use morning & evening?
I’m pretty disciplined when it comes to my skincare regime, my Mum works for a beauty salon so I have been well trained to cleanse, tone and moisturize every morning and evening. I also use an eye cream at night and try to use a face scrub once a week and a face mask once a fortnight.

Do you use moisturiser? If so what do you use?
I do, I don’t have a particular favourite brand though. Generally once there fragrance free and use natural ingredients I’m happy. At the moment I’m using a moisturizer I bought at the blue lagoon in Iceland, it’s incredible.

Do you have a must have skin care item?
E45 cream, so simple but so brilliant. I use it all over after every shower, and it’s great for your face too if your skin is irritated after a day of makeup.

What is your favourite beauty treatment ?
Microdermabrasion. I get one every 6-8 weeks at Ealu Spa in Naas. It is a wonder treatment!

Favourite foundation?
MAC face and body, I don’t like makeup that is too thick with very strong coverage. Face and body is light and blends really well into the skin for a really natural finish. Any blemishes can be gone over then with concealer.

Favourite make up brand?
I’m a creature of habit so definitely MAC although I do love NARS too and Rimmel for really affordable great eyeliners, mascaras and lip pencils! That’s more than one…

Can’t live without?
Brow powder. I’ve had an eyebrow obsession for coming up to 4 years now. I started growing mine out about 4 years ago when I realized they were a really unflattering shape, I got a brochure for a spa close to where I live and slowly shaped them myself to look like the girl who was on the cover of it. Now I really appreciate a good set of brows and couldn’t live without them filled to perfection.

Love product?
GloThreaputics – amazing!

Leave product?
Pan Stick/blue eyeshadow, close call between the two.

If you had €200 what skin care or make up would you purchase?
I would probably pick up a nice pot of creme de la mer and stay forever young.

Does make up change how you feel about yourself?
I love nothing more than going makeup free, in fact makeup reminds me of work mostly. I used to love spending an hour or so doing my makeup to go out but now the second I start applying I can’t wait to be finished. I love makeup but its become a bit of a chore.

And lastly what’s your favourite make up look?
Anything with a red lip.

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Octagon
Daniella Moyles – Facebook
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Ealu Spa

Kara Maher from www.frocknfabulous.ie talks Makeup and Skincare

Kara Maher from http://www.frocknfabulous.ie which is an amazing emporium of beautiful designer dresses to rent for parties,races, weddings etc.
Here Kara lets me get under her skin to share the magic of her amazing complexion.

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What skin care regime do you use morning & evening?
When I have time (two small kids I do try to cleanse, tone and moisturise morning & evening.

Do you use moisturise? If so what do you use?
Elemis maximum moisture day & night cream.

Do you have a must have skin care item?
Elemis day cream

What is your favourite beauty treatment ?
Rehydrating Facial

Favourite foundation?
I used to use mac but now I love Inglot cream foundation. I have very dry skin and this foundation is fantastic and feels silky.

Favourite make up brand?
At the moment Inglot

Can’t live without?
Trilogy Rosehip oil

Love product? Leave product?
LOVE Elemis recovery skin bliss capsules (A TREAT)
Leave clumpy/flaky mascara

If you had €200 what skin care or make up would you purchase?
Creme de la mere – Just because I’d love to see what all the fuss is about and is it REALLY THAT AMAZING???

Does make up change how you feel about yourself?
Yes – Completely. I don’t get to do my makeup properly EVERY day as I have two small children, but when I do – I definitely feel alot better about myself and more confident.

And lastly what’s your favourite make up look?
For day time I love the natural look (natural foundation and accentuating the eyes)… For night wear , again I love natural looking foundation but more dramatic look with the eyes & lips. I love the smokey eye look.

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www.annmariecarey.com Launch Competition!!!

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Do you want to be a Make Up Artist? Love Make Up? Or just want to learn how to apply your own make up professionally? I have been given the most amazing prize for all my followers to celebrate the launch of my new website www.annmariecarey.com

All you have to do is:

Like & Share this post & comment on Facebook telling me why you should win!

Like my page: www.facebook.com/annmariecareymakeup

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Winner will be announced on 31st of August 2013 so get entering now!

COURSE OVERVIEW

This is a Five- day intensive course that ensures our students build a foundation for entering the makeup industry. This comprehensive course focuses on education, helping you to build your knowledge and experience giving you the confidence to succeed in your career as a makeup artist. Each student will receive a library of information as well as real life studio experience with a portfolio picture as a calling card. Students who achieve Distinction Level on course completion may have the opportunity to assist on future shoots with the MAKE UP FOR EVER Pro team, as well as in-store work experience.

COURSE SYLLABUS

•Introduction to the Pro-Artistry Course covering product knowledge, makeup hygiene, tools and equipment.
•Professional Etiquette
•Skin Analysis
•Nude Makeup
•Day & Evening Makeup
•Brow Shaping
•Smokey Eyes – Contour & Block
•Bridal Makeup
•Working with individual semi-permanent lashes & Strip lashes
•Makeup Through The Ages
•Working with Colour
•Black & White Photography
•Theatrical & Fantasy Makeup
•High Fashion, Trend, Cycles, Forecasting & Analysis
•Male Makeup
•Introduction to Camouflage
•Overview in Business Planning
•Inspirational look including Mood Board (Graded)
•Photo shoot in studio with professional photographer, commercial models, & hair stylist.

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Make up For Ever

Web: www.mufe.ie

Phone: 016799043

Email: info@mufe.ie

What’s in my kit?

What’s in my kit?

So many people are amazed when I turn up to work with my Zuca bag filled with amazing make up goodies. Here’s a sneak peak at what’s in my kit for shoots, weddings, corporate call outs, videos, debs, hen parties etc.

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Foundations

Mac face & body
Mac studio fix fluid
Mac select
Make up Forever HD foundation
Chanel vitalumiere
Bella Piere mineral foundations

Powders

Mac studio fix
Mac pressed powders
Mac mineralize
Mac careblend
Make up forever HD

Concealers

Mac select cover
Mac Pro longwear
Rimmel wake me up
Ysl touch éclat
Estée Lauder disappear

Eye primers

Mac eyeshadow primer
Urban Decay eye prime
Mac paint pot painterly

Eyeshadows

Bella Pierre 9 stack shimmer powders
Mac Pro pan shadows in various colours
Urban decay shadows de-potted from book of shadows and housed in z palettes.
Make up forever pan shadows
Urban decay palettes

Blush & bronzers

Mac
Make up forever
Bella Pierre
Benefit hoola

Lipsticks

Mac
Make up forever
Bella Pierre
Loreal
MUA
Clinique
Make up forever
NYC
Rimmel

Lip glosses

Mac
Make up forever
Bella Pierre
Lancôme
Benefit
Mua

Eye & Lip Pencils

Mac
Urban Decay
Kohl
Make up forever

Liquid/gel eye liners

Mac fluid line
Rimmel gel
Inglot gel
Make up forever aqua gel
Make up forever black pan liner

Miscellaneous

Bio fresh cleanser, toner & moisturiser
Herbal life radiant C spritzer
Clarins eye make up remover
Clarins hydra quench day cream
Mac fix spray
Burts bees hand sanitiser in aloe
Make up forever flash palette
Eye lashes
Duo glue
Disposables, tissues,cotton buds, cotton wool, disposable mascara wands, disposable lip brushes
Safety pins
Scissors
Plasters
Paracetamol
Eye drops
Chewing gum
Sponges
Tweezers
Hand wipes
Make up remover wipes
Nail polish remover

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So there you have it…

 

A lot of products. If you would like anymore information on any of the products I use, or even to chat Makeup, don’t be afraid to fire me a message either via the contact form on the website, or catch up with me on Facebook.

Ann-Marie.

Georgina Heffernan talks Makeup with Ann-Marie Carey

The glamourously gorgeous Georgina Heffernan, Author, Journalist and talented Milliner chats to me about make up and skin care.

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What skin care regime do you use morning & evening?

Over the years, I’ve tried almost every product on the market but my favourite Eve Lom soap with a simple flannel;my skin feels just incredible after it. , I finish with by rubbing olive oil into my skin.For 20 years I have used nothing but olive oil in my beauty regime. I use it to remove my eye makeup and I use it to moisturise my face and body. It‘s free or chemicals, cheap and my skin always looks plump and dewy. If Olive oil does not suit your particular skin type – try almond oil or coconut oil.

Do you use moisturise? If so what do you use?

I moisturise with my home – made vitamin c cream. Vitamin C is proven to help prevent age spots and encourage collagen production. Great. But why can’t we just pop a few tablets – or even better, down a few oranges? Well, you can, but while your system will benefit, your skin receives a measly 2% of the nutrients you eat. That’s why Vitamin C is so popular in creams – taking this powerful ingredient straight from the pot on to your skin.Unfortunately, many of these face creams only contain very small amounts of the actual vitamin, so the potency of the product is greatly reduced. Also, vitamin C is very unstable and only remains active for a few days once it’s added to any lotion . If you make your own products fresh, you can make them in small three day doses that will work when the vitamin is most active – and powerful.My solution is to buy pure vitamin C powder on-line. You can a teaspoon to your regular day cream, Ionised water – or add it to vegetable glycerine, to create your own wonder potion. Try it for just a few weeks and you will be astonished at just how plump your skin becomes. Fine lines will vanish ( I swear I’m not making this up!) and your face will become much, much smoother. Honestly, it’s a wonder.

Do you have a must have skin care item?

The number one beauty secret for glowing skin is to drink plenty of water.

What is your favourite beauty treatment?

Botox – I’d do anything to look younger.

Favourite foundation?

Diorlight. The colors are a perfect match and the texture is so light and airy- it looks like real skin.

Favourite make up brand?

Chanel. The products are amazing but they’re so beautifully packaged they’re like little works of art.

Can’t live without?

My dermaroller. The needle-studded roller, reportedly loved by Angelina Jolie, works by puncturingthe face with 0.5-1.5mm pins, causing it to bleed and stimulating the body’s natural healing process. The idea is that this causes trauma to the outer layer and stimulates the repair process, boosting collagen production, which makes skin appear radiant .It has been dubbed the credit crunch laser and, although it sounds savage, it has become this year’s biggest beauty hit. I bought my New Spa Dermaroller online at eBay, for less than 50 euro and once it arrived, I immediately set to work rolling it across my poor unsuspecting face. Two weeks later, having used the Dermaroller twice weekly, I noticed that my skin was plumped up and my acne scars had been dramatically reduced. So, do I look like Angelina Jolie? Well, I’ll never have her lips or her husband BUT three weeks in and I am definitely one step closer to having her glowing complexion – my skin looks so much fresher and younger and my acne scarring is a thing of the past

Love product? Leave product?

Love-

If you want a long and healthy hair, you can use coconut oil instead of hair conditioner as women in India do. It helps both hair and skin. Use coconut oil to massage your scalp. Your hair will grow faster and will shine more.

Leave-

long fake lashes and long fake nails. They look nasty

If you had €200 what skin care or make up would you purchase?

I’ve always been a fan of the Clinique three step range because it makes your skin feel dramatically different, with a plumped up dewy look. It also lasts for ages , so it’s a good investment.

Does make up change how you feel about yourself?

It makes me feel more beautiful and confident.I like the way it can transform the way I look and I get to be creative with my appearance in a way that men never can

And lastly what’s your favourite make up look?

Marilyn Monroe’s famous pout wouldn’t have been the same without it. And Elizabeth Taylor’s beautiful smile would have lost much of its sex appeal. Forget diamonds, these girls best friend was, undoubtedly, and a tube of bright red lippy .

Today fashionistas Scarlett Johansson,Anne Hathaway, Dita Von Teese and young Georgia Jagger have brought the look back and are rarely seen without bright red lips. It’s my favourite make up look because it transforms your face and gives you an instant dash of glamour.

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Catch up with Georgina on facebook

Buy a Dermaroller here.

Vote for Georgina’s work here.