by Colleen Music: “Fibre de Verre” by Paris Combo Read more…
Tip of the week #6…
by Colleen & Alix For an anti-jet lag look upon arrival, make sure to pack a small bag with travel size or sample size toiletries. I like to include a roll-on of my perfume, a mask for in-flight hydration and relaxation, eye makeup remover, eye cream, a hair styler, lip gloss and of course my […] Read more…
Travel – How to arrive at your destination looking fresh
by Colleen You’ve just been airborne for the last 12 hours, you’re exhausted, your body is stiff, your tummy isn’t quite right and your hair is a static mess and let’s not mention what your makeup might look like now after wearing an eye mask intermittently with staring at a video screen two inches away […] Read more…
Tip of the week #5…
by Colleen & Alix For an airbrushed look to your makeup, use a dampened sponge like this fantastic one the BeautyBlender. Hello Flawless foundation from Benefit really does give a flawless finish without it looking like makeup! Read more…
Men’s grooming, yes men do wear makeup!
by Colleen Men’s grooming is a segment of the market that has been somewhat overlooked until recently as cosmetic companies delve into the realm of men’s skincare…and should we say man-beauty. It may be that it is a cultural thing, as according to Euromonitor, the men’s grooming market in South Korea is the fastest growing […] Read more…
Easy Summer Makeup
by Colleen Summer…heat, humidity, long days, warm languid evenings, drinks poolside, dinners al fresco and an easy pared-down makeup routine to keep things simple. DAY Clinique even better essence Lancome Effacernes Koh Gen Do moisture foundation Lighten up by prepping your skin with a light lotion, such as Clinique’s […] Read more…
Tip of the week # 3
Always be classy… by Colleen & Alix Special occasions call for elegance and class-keep it simple by investing in a classic clutch and elegant black heels. A classic smokey eye with a pale peachy lip is the perfect makeup accessory. Pictured here Dior Addict in Angelique NARS lipstick in Honolulu Honey Urban Decay eyeliner […] Read more…
Leg makeup- how to get red carpet worthy legs
by Colleen Summer is around the corner and maybe you have some events, like graduations, weddings, proms at this time of the year so you may be uncovering your legs and slipping into some great dresses. Maybe you haven’t had any time in the sun or perhaps you have a few bruises or spider veins […] Read more…
Beauty Gifts for your Mom
by Colleen Mother’s day is around the corner and although it feels like it has become a commercial event, I think it’s a great day to pause and reflect on how much our mothers have done and do for us and if you are a mom, as I am, to spend some relaxed time […] Read more…
Interview with Jennifer Pansa of Ansa Yoga
by Colleen During my long training ( really long!) for the marathon in February, I had problems with sciatica and even after rest and physical therapy I was still having pain. Fortuitously I was booked to do makeup for the cover of Yoga Journal and that’s where I met Jennifer Pansa. She suggested I try […] Read more…