This week, Make Up For Ever launched its HD NOT RETOUCHED campaign. Everyone knows (or should know) that these days ads, photos and videos are retouched. You may be surprised at how much is done, lashes drawn in, fine lines and wrinkles erased, dimples eradicated, pretty much the subject is made perfect. So folks should not even stress out trying to look like a model in a magazine, ‘cuz a lot of it is not real. By highlighting their HD line, they hope to show that anyone could get makeup with a flawless finish.
Browsing the MUFE boutique and saw this promo image for their Rock For Ever collection.
Rock For Ever by Make Up For Ever
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Hot, right??? I had to recreate this look. It’s certainly not an everyday look but if you are wearing a black or silver Carnival costume, this would be a stunning look! Add some glitter on the lid or rhinestones and it would be all over!
The Rock For Ever collection was released late last year and is a series of trial-sized mini sets of Aqua pencils, Star Powders, mascara etc. housed in a studded container. Cute. Especially the Best of MUFE collection set.
This features a smoky eye, cut crease and winged liner, and I was up for the challenge!!!
This is my first look of the day for 2011 and it’s a stunning one!!
Last week, my Middle Eastern dance instructor, Jannelle, was invited to perform at the surprise 40th birthday party for Mary J. Blige!!!!!!!!!
I was trilled and privileged at the opportunity to do her makeup at the event! I immediately started thinking about the look. An event like that, with all the movers and shakers in the music industry, requires more than just a smoky eye. You have to bring it!!!
The theme of the event was Arabic-inspired and I wanted more than just kohl-lined, winged liner. I drew inspiration from Eman and Scandalous Beauty and decided on a glittery look. Jannelle also wore a gold, sparkly costume and I wanted something to match. This is a great look for performance especially in situations where there is not a lot of bright lighting so that you are drawn to the dancers eyes. Could also be used for a Carnival look. I also paired it with a red lip and a hit of shimmer. Btw, I have found an amazing red that everyone can wear – Make Up For Ever’s Rouge Artist Intense lipstick in Moulin Rouge (#43)! Separate post on that coming soon! Using glitters was stepping out of my zone, but makeup is all about not being afraid to try something new. One note: If you are going to use glitters, especially on the eyes, make sure it is cosmetic-grade, which is milled fine enough and won’t scratch your eyes.
Another year has come and soon to be gone and it’s time to recap!
This has been somewhat of an up and down year but here are the products that got two thumbs up and that I rocked any chance that I got!!!
In no particular order:
Urban Decay Naked Palette: Review on this really soon, but this was well worth all the hype. 12 gorgeous neutral shades that work well for day and night. I totally see why people went completely crazy for this one!! Love it!!
