Sigma Flare Palette - Daytime BrightsTutorial

Hi Bellas,

I'm back with another tutorial and review. Today I'll be showing you a fun, daytime bright look with color using the Sigma Flare Palette. This is a great palette for those of you that like color!

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FOTD - Sexy Smokey Green

Hi Bellas,

I'm back with another FOTD. I went for a smokey green look today using the same Shimmer City palette I featured in my Evelyn Lozada look a few weeks ago.  This is a great look for those who love smokey eyes!

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Another Before & After - Co-worker Pin Up

Hi Bellas,

I'm back with another makeover. This one was a bit impromptu. My co-worker asked me to make her over for a charity event she was attending after work.  We went for a pin-up look and I actually remembered to take a before and after.

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BDellium Brushes Review

Hi Bellas,

Over the last yearI've heard so much about Bdellium (pronounced with a silent B) brushes.  A lot of bloggers and YouTubers have been scooping up these brushes at the makeup trade shows and I got the opportunity to test them out.  I love that this is an innovative brush line that crafts its own brushes instead of just slapping a label on them.  Check out my review on their Studio, Maestro and Green Bambu lines.  Please excuse some of my photos - I was learning a new camera, some of the pictures turned out nice and some a little blurry, lol.

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Reader Question - Bronzers for Women of Color?

Hi Bellas,


I'm back with a new post that I think might be very helpful to many of you.  A lot of times I'll get reader questions and I actually will post my response on my blog since I think many of you might benefit from it.  Today's question pretty much asks, "How do you use a bronzer when you're already bronzed"?

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Finger Sweets Friday Giveaway

Hi Bellas,

I'm back with another review and it's about time for another Friday giveaway!  I don't do nail reviews that often, but I do love pretty polish colors.  I recently had the opportunity to test out some colors for www.fingersweets.com and I'm giving away the set I tried out!

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FOTD - Everyday Greys

Hi Bellas,

I'm back with another look of the day. I actually did this one several few weeks ago. When I use grey eyeshadow, it's usually for a smokey look. I decided to try something a bit softer with grey and it turned out really pretty. Grey works great on everybody and the color is great as training wheels if you're not comfortable with a darker, smokey eye.

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My Hair! Cut and Color Process

Hi Bellas,

I'm back with another video.  I get quite a few questions about my hair and I decided to go ahead and just film the process.  I brought my camera along with me to my last hair appointment so you can see my cut and color.  This new camera I have has awesome video quality.  I'm loving the new brightness and clarity - but you gotta watch the video to see it. 

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Winner - Shimmer City Gift Certficate

Hi Bellas,

Thanks to everyone for participating in last Friday's giveaway hosted by www.ShimmerCity.com.  I hope you guys also enjoyed the tutorial using the FingerPaint Palette.  And the winner is...

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Products I Regret Buying - Sassi Lash Glue

Hi Bellas,

I'm back with another post in my "Products I Regret Buying" Series. I'm always looking for a deal, but a product isn't worth buying if it doesn't work, no matter how much money you save.

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Basketball Wives - Evelyn Lozada Inspired Smokey Gold Tutorial and ShimmerCity Finger Paints Review

Hi Bellas,

I'm back with another tutorial!  This one came by viewer request on twitter.  Evelyn Lozada from the reality show Basketball Wives from VH1 has been gaining some attention for being a diva, but also from her makeup!  This gave me an opportunity to try out a new palette from www.shimmercity.com.

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Professional Wedding Shots - Bettina's Wedding

Hi Bellas,

I'm back with another bridal beauty post!  I featured makeup from this client already but recently got in some amazing shots from wedding's photographer, Fola.  They came out beautiful!  Take a look!

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Bronze Goddess Bridal Makeover

Hi Bellas,

I'm back with another bronzy bride!  This seems to be a popular color combination for many of my clients.  I came up with a wedding look perfect for the summer.

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Sigma Dare Palette Tutorial - Smoking Fire Eyes

Hi Bellas,

I'm back with another tutorial and review!  This one is super exciting because it's my first tutorial on the new Sigma Eyeshadow Palettes.  There are three palettes and this one is featuring the red hot Dare palette.  I was really impressed by the quality of this new product line and came up with a look that I think you guys will really like...it's smoking hot for the summer, has color, but is totally wearable at the same time.

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Gorgeous Glowing Skin - Gleam By Melanie Mills Review

Hi Bellas,

I'm back with another review.  Gleam by Melanie Mills is a new product that has recently hit the market.  I remember some of my subbies coming up to me at the New York Makeup Show and raving about it.  The company contacted me at one point and I hadn't really followed up, but after hearing word of mouth recommendations I was really interested in trying out these tinted, shimmery body creams.  I mean, if they use it on all the celebrities on Dancing With The Stars, it must be good stuff.

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Before & After - My Model at the 2011 New York Makeup Show

Hi Bellas,

I'm back with another post! I wanted to share another before and after with you all. This one is a bit different...this post features a model that I made over at the Makeup Show in New York.  I think I forgot to post this before, but better late than never!  I used all Graftobian products to come up with a fun, glittery blue look.

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Makeup Artist Series: Inside My Zuca Traincase/Makeup Artist Kit

Hi Bellas,

This is long overdue.  I'm finally showing you my Zuca and everything I pack in it.  This is a really great traincase for makeup artists and hair stylists and a year later, I'm still loving it.

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Winners! Week of B-day Giveaways!

Hi Bellas,

Thank you so much for helping me celebrate my birthday last week.  It's been a little hectic with work, tests and school but I'm ready to announce the winners to all 5 prize packs.  I also have pictures of my bday celebrations, the makeup and looks I wore, and I'll make sure to upload it in some upcoming posts.

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Shoedazzle Shoe Purchase of the Month - Filippa

Hi Bellas,

Hope you had an amazing Fourth of July Weekend, Canada Day, or regular old weekend wherever you are.  I spent the entire weekend studying for an exam today.  I'll be back with regular scheduled programming tomorrow, and I'll also announce my birthday giveaway winners.  Meanwhile, I'm back with my Shoedazzle purchase of the month.  Last time I went super bright and this time, I stuck with neutrals.  I'm a sucker for tan wedges!

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Final B-day Giveaway Sirius Skinsonic Giveaway

Hi Bellas,


I'm back with my last birthday giveaway!  Next week I'll return to regularly scheduled programming.  I have a bunch of videos I've filmed recently that I'm excited to get up.  Today i'll feature a product that I discussed in my previous skincare update, here.  The Sirirus Skinsonic is an alternative to the Clarisonic for a really great price. It's really changed my skin and I'm super excited to give one of you the chance to try it out.

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