This is a just a litle taste of what happens behind the scenes at a photoshoot when you involve an energetic model, fun makeup artist, fabulous photographer and a mix up of music by the very own DJ MARZ… Vancouver DJ Marz is here shown dancing on set between shots by the ever so talented Lloyd [...]
After looking around everyone from magazines, beauty supply stores, celebrity styles to back to school ads, I realized Dark, Rich nail colours were back with a bang for Fall 2009! The colours that really make a mark are purples, reds, greens, dark browns, pinks, blacks… Even neutrals were on display… I think anyone can find something good in [...]
I’ve been out researching new beauty and makeup products for fall this year and have come across a few that really caught my eye… Here they are!!! By Mika Does Makeup This is a waterproof moisturizing high pigment concealer in a formula with huge doses of Vitamin K plus A,C, and E. Reduces extreme discoloration and puffiness. [...]
Mika Does Relaxation and Swedish Massages… The main purpose of a relaxation massage is to increase the oxygen flow in the blood & release toxins from the muscles. This in turn stimulates the skin and nervous system while soothing the nerves. It also reduces emotional and physical stress and is suggested regularly for managing stress. Massage is beneficial [...]
Do you ever wonder how to create that precious and gorgeous “Natural Beauty” look? Well, it takes more than being just a natural beauty… Especially when you find amazing photos of models in magazines and think they are always naturally that flawless. It sometimes takes a makeup artist, a hairstylist, photographer and maybe even some photoshop to get that “Flawless” [...]
I recently collaborated with model Chanty, and photographer Lloyd K. Barnes to create a “Poison Ivy” makeup look for a Vancouver Photoshoot. For the “Poison Ivy” makeup I used all MAC Products starting with the Fix+Spray and Primer for the base. Then I used the NW35 moisture select foundation and NW30 concealer. I used a [...]
I recently had the pleasure of working with Country Singer AJ Woodworth and talented photographer Lisa Bettany, along with Ryland Haggis. I started with the makeup for AJ, beginning with a MAC primer and foundation, bronzing powder, then signature smoky eye, along with sultry strip eyelashes and pale lips to create her always beautiful and flawless look. AJ wore a cute full [...]
I recently was the makeup artist for another Vancouver shoot with the fabulous guys from Hilight Photography, as well as Kanography. These guys are awesome, and really know how to have fun! They had a wicked set up with lights, cameras and music!! The model was Devan and the scene was at beautiful and sunny Lost Lagoon in Stanley [...]
It was crazy at the Sephora store in Pacific Centre, Vancouver on opening day.
New to Eminence Organic Skin Care as of July 1st, 2009: the summer Sun Protection Line… I especially love the Tropical Vanilla Sun Cream with a natural SPF of 32!!! Eminence Organic Skin Care is the ULTIMATE product for beautiful skin. All of their products contain the highest possible levels of all-natural organically grown herbs, fruits and [...]
Yesterday, which was Sunday June 14th, was a very busy day. I attended the “Car Free Day” in the West End of Vancouver for a long, sunny stroll through the various festivities, music stages and vendors… Denman Street was filled with tables under the sun with happy participants and lemonade stands, hippies and nature lovers. I donated [...]
My lovely bf had recently bought me the ever so handy makeup traincase from ZÜCA designed especially for MAC. My ZÜCA is an AMAZING piece of equipment for my makeup trade!! I can haul around ALL of my makeup in it and it has 2 (rollerblade) wheels on both sides so I can also pull it up stairs! It has ample storage room [...]
On Saturday May 3o 2009, my older brother James got married to a very lovely lady named Vielda. I am so happy to finally have a sister, but even more happy that my sister turned out to be Vielda! I arrived early for the wedding so I can do Vielda’s bridal makeup as well as my mother’s makeup and my [...]
I’m photo of the day on Wayne Mah’ Photographer Website!! You should really check out his website, his work is fantastic! http://waynemahphotography.com/
This past weekend made me realize how strong the sun really is. Everyone who joined us on the Private Island Cottage ended up getting a burn of some kind. It was cloudy on the first day that we went kayaking, fooling us into believing that we weren’t getting any sun. We spent most of the [...]
Makeup parties are always fun when you’re with your girls before a special occasion!! If you want to book a party of 4-8 girls, I can get all the gals looking “Glammed” before your night out. Wine, makeup, false eyelashes, OH MY! This is great bonding time with the ladies and can cause serious good [...]
If anyone needs a massage, it’s me. I’m always complaining how I need a massage yet I never get them… I only GIVE them. How sad is that?? Well, I decided to treat myself to a massage from Bent in Yaletown tonight after work. It was a short and sweet back, neck and shoulders massage, [...]
Vancouver welcomes the massive beauty destination shop, Sephora, to Pacific Centre this summer on July 10… There will also be another Sephora opening that day, but at the Coquitlam Centre mall and another opening later this year at Metro Town Centre in October. The Sephora store at Pacific Centre will be the largest one out of [...]
When talking about beauty and cosmetics, (ie. skin, hair, nails and teeth) we want to use the best and most NATURAL products possible. Even men jump on the band wagon with toiletries and cleansers to make themselves look a little better or smell a little fresher. One thing we need to know is what it [...]
Some ways to prevent breakouts and bad skin: Always keep your skin clean, but do NOT over scrub it since it will only irritate it more and cause breakouts and/or redness. Wash your face twice (day and night) with an antibacterial facial cleanser, or 3 times daily for problematic skin. Don’t use heavily scented cleansers [...]
You don’t have to spend a bundle to get fantastic beauty products…. I did a little research and here are some of mine! To moisturize LIPS: MAC clear Lip Conditioner with SPF 15 – This stuff is AMAZING!!! I am soooo addicted, I re-apply every hour it seems! It’s shiny, moisturizing, and smells great! (And [...]