OK, so.. I've been MIA for a little.... BUT I'M BACK!!! Updates to come very soon!!! 

The top 5 Summer MUST HAVE'S (in your purse)

THE TOP 5 MUST HAVE'S (In your purse) are simple and quick "freshers" as I like to call 'em. 

1. Bath and Body "Bigelow" "Mentha Lip Tint" #1645 "Bare Mint". Gives you fresh breath, natural color on the lips, that perfect shine, makes your lips tasty (and who doesn't want tasty lips???) and it's ALWAYS nice to have pretty lips. 
2. Physicians Formula Bronzer, "Vegas Strip/Light Bronzer". Dust on a quick bronzer to give you that sun kissed look. Gives you a nice glow and if you feel good...THEN YOU LOOK GOOD!(que no?)
3. Mini "Conair" brush/mirror. (self explanatory)
4. "Benifit's" "Erase Paste", Brightening camouflage for eyes and face. Gives you that little pick me up when your looking tired. Just put a little eye concealer and it gives you a "I'm ready for the world" look. (You ladies know what I'm talk'en 'bout!) 
5. And last but not least (drums please) "Nars" "Hollywoodland". It's a nice Jumbo sized pencil Champagne shade that looks GREAT on everyone, apply around eyes and in corner for nice shimmer. Makes your eyes POP.  

Hope you like these little quick recommendations and PLEASE feel free to share all your fave's!! 

NOW....GO TAKE ON THE WORLD LADIES!!

Mascara

Hi Girlfriends and Happy August! Today's topic is Mascara .  

Today's Topic: EXFOLIATING

People just don't know HOW important it is to exfoliate. When I'm doing someone's makeup I can tell a huge difference if they exfoliate and moisturize and take care of their skin. Helloooooo people?!?! Aren't we TRYING to get rid of wrinkles and lines and dry skin?? Exfoliating is KEY to this process. It really does help get rid of all the dead skin (THIS INCLUDES MEN). You should at least be exfoliating 1 to 2 times a week. I recommend an exfoliant with small beads (NOT APRICOT) For one, Apricot seeds are large and can tear your pores and eventually enlarge your pores and thats NO BUENO. I personally LOVE 2 in particular: 


#1 Lierac's "Micro-Abrasion". It's price point is around $38.00 BUT well worth it AND you only need to do it once a week. This smoothing cream contains Alumina Crystals (25%) which is used in the same Microdermabrasion you get when going to your local Spa,  for deep-down exfoliation and Urea (3%) for ultimate comfort. It works tirelessly to clean away dead skin cells (Paraben Free) You can find Lirac in your local CVS Pharmacy "Healthy Skincare Department".


#2 La Roche-Posay's "Physiological Ultra-Fine Scrub". MPF [Activating Protease Factor] - chemical exfoliation to boost cell turnover while respecting skin's physiological balance. Micronized diatomic & polyethylene powders - physical exfoliation with micronized (crushed and smoothed out) powders to avoid irritation. Optimal safety on sensitive skin with Poloxamer, a cleansing ingredient so mild it is used in contact lens solutions. Effective to remove impurities while respecting skin's natural balance. 

Recommended For

• All skin types
• sensitive skin
• aging skin

Benefits

• A jellified texture to reduce friction and irritation from rubbing while facilitating rinse-off. With antioxidant La Roche-Posay thermal spring water to strengthen skin's natural defenses.
• Physiological pH, Soap-free, Alcohol-free, Paraben-free, Safe for sensitive skin.

Again,  you can purchase at CVS Pharmacy "Healthy Skincare Department". Any questions/comments Let me know. NOW....TAKE ON THE DAY!

Here we gooooo......

So, here it goes...the FIRST official "Girlfriend's Guide to Beauty Tips" Blog. I'm so excited to open up and share what I know, and have learned. I will be doing interviews with other Makeup Artists showing some of there favorite tips and makeup applications. Feel Free to ask questions and give your own personal advise and opinion on products that you have used in the past or products that YOU absolutely HAVE to share because YOU love it soooo much! THAT is what this blog is alllll about. Sharing Beauty advise for Face, Hair, Makeup and Body, and I in turn will be sharing my tips and advise along the way. I will be sharing the HOTTEST products out there, Look of the day and videos on "How to". I want this to be easy for everyone to learn how to apply their own makeup like a pro and walk out feeling GOOD about themselves. I would also like to have Polls where it's "Members Top 10 items". I definitely need to ask everyone about your "Must have's" in your purse? I would like to share with you links and sites that have "DEALS"  or "Coupons" for the day/week/month on great products out there at your local stores. If you have questions on product knowledge or product ingredients, I will do my best to find all information out for YOU. I am completely open to any and all ideas. 


**raising my glass** Here's to a great Journey! 

Ms. Kitty

(By the way...This BLOG is not completed, I have a lot of work to still do on it.)