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I'm obsessed with beauty solutions and that's especially true when it comes to my eyes.

As for my brows, I'm so obsessed,  I only trust NYC's top celebrity-waxer to sculpt this facial make or break feature. But because she charges $129 a pop, I started searching for creative ways to make the look last. That's…

      Noxzema Skin Cream has been around since 1914 so you know that something is working right since it is still selling. I am one woman that will always keep it in my beauty cabinet. Why? For many reasons, but the main one is for burn marks on my skin . The tip came from the fabulous photographer Eric Boman. I was on a photo shoot with Eric one day and he saw a fresh burn mark on my wrist and told me to put Noxzema on it right away. He also suggested that if I ever burn…

As we shot our promo video and I drove through the hectic streets of Manhattan in the new Jeep Compass, I felt confident and in control, thanks to its simplicity and styling. When it comes to beauty, that's how you should feel too! Never under estimate the power of confidence -- it radiates from within and makes you look and truly feel beautiful. I understand that it doesn't always come naturally, but don't worry - the right beauty expert can help…

I’m a true believer that what you speak into existence will manifest itself into reality when you have faith. I know that the stars above are shining on me and I recognize my heavenly gifts. Today it came in the form of a phone call from Tracy Saunders telling me “Congratulations” and that I was the 1st Annual 2011 National Beauty Pro Award Winner. I sit here humbled, almost speechless, searching for the words to express my feelings of gratitude and honor as I smile…

Isn't it funny how whenever someone tries something new and different, they always seem to say that it taste like chicken?

I had a frog leg this past weekend for the first time...and well, I must admit, it kind of tasted JUST LIKE Chicken!!!  Go figure! 

So as I sit here and check my email I came across 2 separate emails:  One from Go Pretty, and the other from IMATS (International Makeup Artist Trade Show). 

Now to recap:  The day before I found out that I was…

As I finished my client's bridal party one Saturday, I decided to stop off at Sephora to just see what's new! Sometimes you just have to test and try things for fun and well I was in the "testing mood". Most products I pick up don't meet my high standards and never make it into my kit, but today I was in for a surprise.

I was looking for 5…

Today I had the pleasure of working alongside the one and only, Danessa Myricks at a Ruby Kisses Cosmetics Event here in Maryland.

Wow! What FUN!! It was ALOT of work...but when you are as passionate about something as I am about Makeup, its 100% worth it! I enjoyed every minute of it!

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So again I find myself blogging.  This time I am not in the comfort of my home.  No, this time I am down south!  I mean wayyy down south.  Orlando, Florida that is, for the the Fabiac World Face and Body Painting Convention.  Being around so many artist, both newbie and pro, is very exciting.  It feels like home.  I have never been around so many people who are of like mind and creative energy.  It not only feels great, it IS great.

Perfecting your craft is only one part of…

Don’t have enough palettes in your makeup kit? Well run out and quickly grab - before they all sell out again - Urban Decay’s Naked Palette. You’ll wonder what took you so long when you open the sleek velveteen case to find 12 full size shadows. This highly sought after palette…

After I wrote my blog, I decided that seeing has much more of an impact then just reading it. So, here is my video showing all the products as well as the application. In this you can see how easily it goes on and how natural and fresh it looks! 

Thats right everyone I am once again a Stila Girl!! 

I interviewed and accepted a position as a Stila Cosmetics Freelance Field Educator & Artist for Maryland, DC, and Northern Virginia.  I also look forward to working in the Philadelphia market from time to time as well!

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Life is not an easy journey, right?  Yes, and no.  It may not be, however, it is definantly one heck of a ride.

Yet still, life is what you make of it.  Sometimes we choose to live out our dreams, and other times we choose to follow a path that we were never meant to walk.  If you are anything like me then you have been down both roads.  This blog is not for the very successful person who chose to follow the rules by taking the position in life that was expected of them.  No,…

When it comes to beauty services, everyone needs a compass. So when I was selected to participate in the Jeep Compass Ambassador campaign I was thrilled. What a perfect fit for Go Pretty, a company who, like the Compass, is "born of freedom, capability," and my favorite, "iconic beauty."

As a thought leader in the field, I passionately strive to connect celebrity and local beauty experts with real women everywhere. What keeps me focused? Staying true to what matters most when it comes…

If you’re a fan of YouTube you know there’s no shortage of makeup demo’s on Sigma brushes. And although I’ve never been one to jump on the bandwagon with the masses, I was immediately sold when I saw their Synthetic Brush line for High Definition. Sigma’s website says this collection features an exclusive Synthetic filament which is specially designed to apply powder…

The Pro Artists at Smashbox have simplified our lives by developing an eyeshadow palette that will help you create the perfect summer looks. Softbox Eye Palette generously offers nine eyeshadows, two cream eye liners, a double ended brush, a mini photo finish lid primer, as well as a "Get the Look…

When  mom wanted you to eat your carrots and spinach she not only wanted to protect your overall health, but she also was helping your skin! These veggies  along with tomatoes are rich in antioxidants which are componds found to help you skin!

I just got the call yesterday that M.A.C. Cosmetics wants to bring me on as a freelance artist with the company.  Super excited, I could hardly wait to break the news to my supporters.  I am very greatful for the people in my life that believe in me and know that my pursuit of this career as a makeup artist is one that I am passionate about.

It is of my firm belief that every success story starts with the willingness to give up everthing that you thought you knew 'yesterday'…

 There’s no shortage of stylists out there. In fact, the choice is so plentiful; it can stop you in your tracks. How do you even begin to find the stylist best suited to your precise needs, tastes and budget?

Searching and finding the right stylist is not unlike recruiting – a job I did for nearly 10 years. It’s all about listening carefully to find the right fit, making sure the stylist can fulfill the requirements of the most important job in the world: making you…

Hello Go Pretty,

My first official Blog Entry...Yay!

I think that I should win the Go Pretty Beauty Pro Awards because I have a true passion for makeup and the entire beauty industry. Going full time freelance has really given me a new outlook on the industry as a whole and I strongly believe that with the help of…