As an artist and as a woman I am a minimalist. When it comes to my makeup – both personal and professionally – I have always aspired to carry as little as possible and still be able to get the job done. When I heard that makeup powerhouse Francesca Tolot often carries little more than a small sized Art Bin™ box, she became my patron saint. I do not know if that rumour was ever true but it’s my goal and I am sticking to it!

1 ) Tarte Ring It In Mini Cheekstain Set (pictured above) -
I mentioned these here on Makeup to Go! when they first came out, but these are worth a second mention. As we all know, I think the Tarte Cheekstains are some of the most fab makeup items ever, and this little set in three great shades is just the perfect size for work and play. Continue reading →

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Dolce & Gabbana Perfect Finish Creamy Foundation

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1 ) Dolce & Gabbana Passion Duo Gloss Fusion Lipstick –
Let me join everyone else by talking about this amazing sounding new product. This is a lipstick/lipgloss 2-in-1 product with the outer rim being lipstick, and the inner circle being the gloss. Instead of having a matching lipgloss as these types of products generally do the gloss component of this product comes in contrasting colors which when applied will create a fabulous 3 color with a burst of shine. When I looked at these in person some seemed lower in contrast, and some seemed higher contrast to the lipstick color but that will depend on how pigmented the glosses actually are so more to follow once I actually own a few of these. In any event, these will be fun to play with for makeup mavens and makeup artists alike. Continue reading →

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Pangea Organics Facial Scrub

While most women are mourning the end of Summer I am singing Hallelujah for the start of Fall! Autumn, as I’m sure I’ve mentioned before and I am certain I will mention again, is my favorite season of the year, November being my fave month (Thanksgiving and birthday month!) Admittedly this probably comes from having been born and raised in Southern California where I get all the sunny beautiful days without all the heat of summer. Makeup-wise, fall is a time of transition between the easy breezy days of summer and the deeper tones of winter. It is also likely that you’ll need to start tweaking your skincare routine a bit.

Trend-wise, Fall 2011 went refreshingly against the grain. While the tendency is to jump to dark and dramatic colors in the cooler and colder months, this year the trend is more towards a softer, more neutral palette. Soft eyes (even when “smokey”), soft lips, a soft blush of cheek and a soft matte finish is not only more wearable on the day to day for more women, it is also more flattering for more women. Dramatics can be great but the harder, darker colors can also be quite aging. Here are a few things I am loving going into Fall… Continue reading →

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NARS Cosmetics Larger Than Life Long Lasting Eyeliner

Fall is fast upon us so all the lines are debuting their Fall Collections. A benefit to the change of seasons is that many lines will be selling off old product from previous collections. It’s a great time to be a makeup maven right now! Here are what some of my favorites have going currently (all the headers are links directly to the sale/collection being discussed)… Continue reading →

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Two Makeup to Go favorites are having post 4th of July sales:

Urban Decay – Friends and Family Sale – 25% off (Naked Palette NOT included) – July 5-10
CODE: FFSUMMER!!

Tarte Cosmetics – Red White and Beautiful – 20% off – July 5 – 8
CODE: FRWRK

…and then Pro MUA cult brand Koh Gen Do has a little thing going on for the month of July.

Koh Gen Do – Gifts with Purchase – now through July 31st

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