BEAUTY TIPS

With warmer weather ascending upon us soon, it's time to start integrating Sun Screen into our daily routines. I am SO PASSIONATE about this topic, as I believe that sunscreen should be enjoyable to use or it simply won't get used. So these are my tried and true picks that each offer something unique about them, making them far more likely to become a staple to reach for.

It's no secret that AI is here to stay, and the advances it brings along with it can be super helpful for daily tasks, but did you know that AI can also help create a custom beauty routine for you, or help you find inspiration for a new look? Here are 4 ways I am using AI in my beauty routine

We are squarely in the coldest temps of the year, and you may notice your makeup doesn't sit as well on your skin or your hair falling victim to that dreaded winter static. Take a few cues from my tried and true tips and products to winter-proof your look...

Whenever I hear about a new technique to help women personalize their own makeup, I get excited! Understanding the nuances of selecting the right colors for yourself can be tricky, but with more knowledge you'll be better able to choose, so today we are talking about understanding your face's contrast level.

Contrast level is the amount of contrast (how light/dark something is when placed next to one another) found in your features. Specifically the contrast between your skin level, hair/ brow color, and the pigment in your lips. Think about how a photo that’s black and white, is actually many variations of grey. The bigger the jump from the lightest grey to the darkest grey the more contrast you have.

Once the weather starts to cool down, I find myself feeling a bit more excited to experiment with makeup again. There is something about losing my tan, that motivates me to add more color in another way. I just feel like my face can ‘carry’ more color in the cooler months, does anyone else feel that way too?

One of my go-to techniques for this is to use my blush product as my lip product too. Here's how to pull it off...

A few weeks ago I tested a product that has gone viral online... it's called Hair Identifier Spray, and its used to help you see the peach fuzz on your face so that you can more easily remove it with your facial razor. This crazy innovation got me thinking that I haven’t really shared my go-to picks for hair removal, so here is a run down of what I use and swear by.

Some of the best beauty results can actually come from unique ingredients that you may have never heard or tried in an ‘off-brand’ way…they're a little wacky but super effective! Diaper Cream on your face, or castor oil on your brows?! Let’s dive in.

After reading this article about the benefits of wearing a sleep mask every night, I was skeptical to say the least. I’ve always associated sleeping masks with those flimsy things they give you on planes, or the pouting teenager in her flowered bedroom in the movies.. but after testing many, I am actually totally convinced and I eat my own words on this one! I have slept better in the last several weeks than I have in years, and I am excited to see the skincare benefits over more time.

There are certain beauty extras that I am 100% willing to invest my time and money into, but lash extensions are simply not one of those things. Maybe it’s the shape of my eyes or just the artificialness of the look, but either way, I just don’t think they look good on me…

So what would I recommend instead? Let’s take a look at a few ways to enhance your natural lashes without the need for lash extensions.

The Art of MAKEUP Layering… Notice I didn’t call it a science! There are some general guidelines but no hard and fast rules. But sometimes I think we get hung up on the order we ‘should’ apply our makeup, or just simply always have. I think it’s worth a shot to swap a few things around every now and then to discover if you could be getting better results without actually buying anything new.

This week on Studio 5 I participated in the shows ‘Convince Me’ segment… where I laid out my 5 core beliefs that I wish every woman would know and get on board with. It was a really great exercise for me to process my beliefs about the industry and why I truly love the beauty world… on a much deeper level. It’s not just about the surface and the ‘fluff’, there is so much more to it.

Brows may seem insignificant, but in reality they play a huge role in our overall appearance. They are the 'frame' to our eyes, as well as our biggest expressors on the face. The color, shape, and slope of our brows all make a big difference for the way in which we appear to others. In my opinion brows are a form of non verbal communication!

Personally my brows are the thing I get the most compliments about... but it wasn't always that way! So let's dive into the Power of the Brow!

Every now and then a good ol fashion Q & A is just what the doctor ordered… So I put out the call to you and grabbed a few great questions to delve into this week on Studio 5. There were more than I could answer within our time constraints so be on the lookout for more answers over on my Instagram.

Holiday parties are just around the corner and you may want to take the chance to jazz up your look just for fun, so we are giving you some easy ideas for elevating your hair and makeup to celebrate the season. [video here]

Finding the perfect red lip is often intimidating... it's such a bold color that it can feel foreign on your face if worn incorrectly. I have heard time and again that women often WANT to wear one but just don't know how to find the right shade. So before you get dressed up for those upcoming holiday parties or family pics, use these tips to crack the code on Red Lips.

Any painter will tell you that the prep to the canvas prior to starting can make or break the final outcome... and interestingly enough the steps to prep your skin for a smoother makeup application are very similar. So if you're seeing too much texture in your skin after you apply your makeup- keep these tips in mind for a smooth canvas

Post pandemic beauty will probably never be exactly the same as it was prior. The last year has 'reset' many of the trends and styles that were once popular, specifically swapping out full coverage and heavier makeup, for a lighter more 'skin like' finish and just an overall more natural, easier approach.

As the world opens up again we will again be dressing up and getting ready more often, but my prediction is that the more subtle looks will still be at the forefront of trends moving forward.

When we DO want to up our game there are a few easy additions we can make to feel a little more put together.

Good hair days may be partially luck, but there's also a rhyme and reason to achieving them more often. After 17 years as a hair stylist, I like to think I have seen it all- and these are the tips I would suggest for having more good hair days.

As masks have become a permanent fixture on our faces, it’s brought new challenges for both our skincare and our makeup routine. Many are dealing with the dreaded 'maskne' and another major issue is the transfer of makeup to the mask. So here are a few ideas to try... I have tested pretty much every combo of products over that last 9 months and I feel confident I’ve found the best.

One thing I know a lot about is getting my photo taken. ha! But it’s true… I have a professional photographer that I work with twice a month to grab photos for the blog or social media, and I am on TV every other week too. And like most of you I try to get a family photo taken once a year as well to document my kids at each age. Before that, earlier in my career, I did hair and makeup for at least one hundred brides and also worked freelance on many TV, commercial and magazine shoots. So after all of that- I like to think I have learned a few tried and true tips for better makeup in photos. I want to share 5 of those tips with you- and I hope they come in handy next time you find yourself in front of a camera lens.

Dealing with dark circles is pretty standard for most women- there are genetic factors for many, but also stress, lack of sleep, dehydration and thinning skin play a part. My technique for treating and covering will help tackle this issue, but be prepared for daily and weekly commitment for best results. And chances are, you’re missing a key factor when it comes to covering dark circles each day…