SHOP on,Gorgeous!

Last weekend was Shop Small Saturday all across the country started by American Express. I participated in it proudly again this year. And here are a few takeaways of what girls bought for their  besties or themselves.

Stocking Stuffers or token gifts…

Remember it is the thought that counts not the price OR how much you buy for that person! And you know what the real reason for the season is!

Makeup Brushes by the set are a coveted gift a girl struggles to get for herself. So many to choose from and it can be overwhelming. Buying ala carte is not the best thing to do unless that is your budget. It is cheaper and chicer to buy a set. And you don’t have to spend a fortune for them. Remember the $ dollar $ quality is not the same as a boutique.

Wine,rose,champagne  wine holders  chic and so versatile. Use them for booze, décor and or to rest your bling and baubles on. They say wine is most gals best friend over any other libation. Add a few gourmet or edible delights like below and you have a gift that won’t be forgotten!

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Lipsticks are always in style and putting together a set of a variety of them for your mom or bestie can be so much fun! Add a gloss or balm and they love you forever.

*Add a lip brush and you’re all set. Yes, they are still in.

Bath and Body Treats are so lovely! And SO NEEDED. When you shop you can get a lot of little pieces. Aromatic and hydrating are best for the skin. And aromatherapy is so relaxing and mood lifting and calming.

Candles are always a good idea!

Palo Santo,Sage and herb plants are both unique and practical too.

Fragrance is a very personal thing. So, I usually only give it in bath and body lotions not necessarily by the bottle. Unless you know the exact fragrance they love.

 

 

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I hope I got your juices and creativity going for finding that perfect token gift or stocking stuffer.

Have fun and happy Shopping,Gorgeous!

 

 

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13 Gorgeous Colors Worth Trying From Non-Toxic Nail Polish Brands — StyleCaster

Love a good nail polish especially loving when they are healthier for our bodies (non-toxic). I have only tried Smith & Cult. How about you? Have you tried any of these? Looking forward to exploring.  Sharing is caring.

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The gift of …The Perfect Red Lipstick!

Last night I attended my first Christmas party of the season with my husband for his business. Over cocktails I quickly discovered women who loved my lips and wanted to know how can they too create the perfect red lip!

I thought you’d like to know this too.So here you go!

The Perfect Tips for Red Luscious Lips!

• You must start fresh with clean hydrated lips.
• Apply my  Kissy Lips lip exfoliating Treatment or make a mixture of brown sugar and honey for your lips.
• Apply my Perfect day Lipstick base
• Optional:Add  a coat of  China Doll lipstain next to make the color last even longer.It will stain the lips with a rosy stain and make the red hue cling better too.
• Apply red lip liner or an invisible lip liner that is transparent yet locks color within the lip line.
• Apply a luscious red lipstick or a red liquid lipstick (they are all the rage).
• Blot your lips with a fresh tissue or blotting paper.(not powdered just plain)
• Apply a second coat if you wish to make your pout look bolder.
• DON’T rub your lips together. Little old ladies do that!

*To make this look even sexier like the makeup artists do in a VICTORIA SECRET runway shows or magazine shoot.Add a dash of a silver or gold lipstick Next add a super shiny gloss in the center of the lips for a sexy highlighted glow. A shimmery way to glow and make the lips look fuller!

You are ready to…Paint the town red,Gorgeous!

A red lipstick & gloss make the perfect gift for your bestie or family member!  Not all gifts need to be costly and over the top. Fill them in Christmas stocking and put a bow on it and give. At this time of year…everyone seems to pull out their best red lipstick,shoes, purse or dress. Make the lips the center of attention.

 

Sip on some Beauty Water for…

…better looking hydrated skin and to nourish from within!

I truly love drinking water…bottled,tap,still,sparkling whatever…I LOVE IT all. But I hear from many women and girls that you don’t like drinking water.

LUCKY YOU, I found something for you. (And for me too)

It is called All Beauty Water skincare drink.

8 Skin Vitamins  A,C,D,E,B12,B6,B3 and Biotin.

7 SKIN Nutrients for Healthy skin:Selenium,Green Tea extract,Magnesium,Manganese,Calcium,Potassium,Zinc

2 glasses of water per bottle

0 calories

0 sugar

All natural,Vegan,Gluten-Free,GMO FREE

It comes in a few fabulous flavors: Cucumber Aloe,Pomegranate Rose and Strawberry Acai

http://www.amazon.comTo get your beauty from within!

PS

Created by a woman of course~

Water for Gorgeous Skin!

The sun came out in Florida today and I was so HAPPY. The weather hasn’t been so fabulous. Like the rest of the country we have had our share of crazy weather.Lots of rain and gray days!

So, at my makeup & skin studio I decided I had to make some awesome infused water. A touch of the spa if you will. Yesterday on TV I shared a recipe that the viewers of The Chat TV show loved… I wanted to share the simple recipe with you.You can watch it at http://www.firstcoastnews.com click on The Chat on the left side search bar. ENJOY!

After a long winter YOUR skin and mine is dry and thirsty!

To hydrate your skin you need WATER not soda,sugary drinks or sweet iced tea. I know what you’re going to say. You think drinking water is boring or you don’t like drinking water. Well get over it my darlings. If you want prettier skin and a healthier hydrated body you need water as part of your beauty regime.

I am sipping this  water as I write this blog and in a gorgeous goblet like it is a glass of wine.Make it part of your daily ritual too.

Here is the recipe I showed on TV:

1 fresh organic kiwi

1 fresh organic lemon

*sprinkle in a few berries like raspberries or blueberries for more fun!

1 pitcher of fresh spring or drinking water (room temperature is best) NOT hot and don’t add a ton of ice.

Slice the fruit and place into the pitcher of water.This fruit infused mix water will hydrate and much healthier than soda or iced tea.(I love them too…But)

Let the water rest on the counter before serving for at least one hour for the fruit to dance with each other and infuse the water.

This infused water contains vitamin A and C and is really tasty if you like these fruits.

Take care of yourself! Be good to yourself! Your skin will love you for it.

Peter Max kissed me!

Today at the TV station I was doing a segment on all things Chocolate Beauty and having a Girls night In or a spa night with your sweetie.

While setting up my DIY yourself spa treats I heard a familiar voice over my shoulder. I have a GREAT memory for voices and accents too. It was a man with a northern accent. Being from NYC and NJ this accent warms my soul and reminds me of home.He asked me what was I doing and what were all the things. I was so focused on what I was doing I did not turn around but answered his questions. He told me he loves chocolate.

When I was all done…I tied my apron on and saw a familiar face to go with the voice.It was the next guest for the show had arrived and he too was waiting his turn. Then the camera crew started setting up some GORGEOUS,colorful paintings and it all came together to me. PETER MAX the world-renowned artist was in front of me!!!

Before I did anything else I put my hand on my heart and said I thought that was YOU and your soothing voice too”. He smiled and cupped my cheeks in his hands and kissed me! YES, he kissed me not once but bunches and with a happy smile on his face. Did I mind? NO, they came so quick and from a man who appeared so kind and romantic.

Something we definitely see in his artwork! I have always been a fan.

I asked if I could take a photo of him. He posed perfect and then he was up to go on set and be interviewed.

After his interview on his guest appearance/event at the Ponte Vedra Cultural Center he was ready to leave. The news crew had put my microphone on and I had to go LIVE in seconds.No time to say a proper goodbye.So across the studio on a commercial break I whispered with a loud voice…”Goodbye,Mr.Max”. He immediately turned around and blew me some air KISSES with his hands.

LOVE was and is in the air today and my ST. Valentine’s Day started in the most fabulous way!!!

There are ALL kinds of love.Husband and wife love,BFF love d the love of your family and children love. But this kind of stranger love winked at me today in its own special way. I embraced this life moment and happy I MADE HIM SMILE.

There is a beautiful saying I am not sure who said it and if I am completely writing it right.

“People may forget what you said,forget what you did but NEVER forget how you made them feel”

Peter Max made me feel fabulous and special today in his own quiet way!!! I only regret not having the time to take a photo with him today.

I may never wash my cheeks again.

Kiss! Kiss! Hope you are having a fabulous ST. Valentine’s day.

If you don’t know this man’s work that will color your life and world…

Check out: http://www.petermax.com

If you want gorgeous skin…

I want gorgeous skin,fuller hair,stronger nails and healthier joints!
So, I started using this.
My daily multi-vitamin isn’t cutting it. I needed something more focused and to do more!
My hair is a bit more lush, my skin is looking even better,my nails are growing,firmer and look so much better.My joints seem to be happy too!

I am feeding my skin with food and these amazing supplements too!

NO, I do not work for them nor do I sell the line in my makeup and skin studio. I simply love to share when I find something beautiful that does beautiful things.I love makeup but I try to stay healthy and practice and LIVE what I preach.Your skin health is not just in your genes but in your skin care too.It is all up to you!You can do something about the way you look and it is not only with makeup.

You can find this brand at your local health food store,CVS,Walgreen’s, WalMart and online.
You ask me how to have all of the above…TRY THIS.Your skin will smile back at you in the mirror!

This line is TNBT!
The next big thing!

This weekend …Don’t Forget those lips!

It is getting steamy and in some places it is plain HOT and humid. When you venture out and about this long and wonderful Memorial day weekend…PACK the lip balm. Say Hello to Handsome and to Gorgeous soft and sun protected LIPS!Don’t forget your children too~

Skin cancer is on the rise even on the lips…BE SUN SMART and have a fabulous holiday and fun whatever you do!

They’ll be green with envy!

I just wanna scream with glee on how beautiful my eyes look today with this gorgeous shade! I recently did a photo shoot with my model looking like a Florida mermaid in shades of green.You can see the photo in the roll of photos on my blog header. So colorful yet understated. You can use one shade or a pretty green array of hues. I NEVER EVER wore GREEN or anything like this hue.I always chose safe colors.And as a professional makeup artist I only USED this shade on clients as per their request. Now, Pantone’s prediction of the color green for Spring and summer has made me have an addiction.

Add a mint julep, lime,green,yellow lime top or fabulous green hues of fashion accessories and you’ll radiate and your friends will be green with envy!

Light up your eyes with some color.Get out of the box…never mind throw away the box and live a little! Your eyes will look amazing and HE will notice, I promise!

Looking good feels FABULOUS!