Cute Makeup Quotes

So I thought it would be fun to share some cute/funny/true hair and makeup quotes...I see these on pinterest from the many boards I follow and they crack me up.  Some are sweet and nice, others are funny...either way I hope it makes you other beauty fanatics have a brighter day.

More posts coming soon......

Favorite ;)

 fhahahahah

Makes my day...you have no idea

 Exactly

Sedona Lace brushes~Vortex Professional Set

HELLO FELLOW BEAUTY LOVERS,

Just wanted to do a quick review on the Sedona Lace brushes I ordered.  

First of all I ordered these on black Friday so they were 50% OFF.  Seriously an incredible deal.  It also came with a free liquid liner.  

http://www.sedonalace.com/Cosmetic-Brushes/53/Vortex-Professional-Makeup-Brushes-without-Belt.asp

I LOVE THEM.  I think that even at $90.00 they are worth it but I was much happier paying $45.00 I know they have different deals and specials all the time so keep an eye out for that and one of the best ways is to like their FB page

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sedona-Lace/119334004766579

I love the jumbo fan brush, so many uses.....It's great to use for highlighter.  Another favorite is the crease brush, perfect for getting that neutral shade in the crease for blending out.  I am also obsessed with the bent liner brush.  I wasn't sure I would really like it but I LOVE it.  All the other brushes are great too and I use all of them.  They are super soft, they wash well...I have no complaints.  

The bigger brushes also come with the plastic coverings to store the brushes in and help them maintain their shape.  This is a great brush set for anyone, professionals...beginners....you will enjoy it.  

Really glad I purchased them and just wanted to share with you guys because I know with so many out there it's hard to make a choice sometimes.  I have other brushes that have just fallen apart and shed...I haven't noticed anything bad about these brushes.  I hope this review helped and please let me know if you have any questions or what you want to read about or see next.  I have some other posts coming up and hopefully I will be back to filming soon.  

Have a great Tuesday everyone

XOXO

~JS

Makeup Look

 So I created this look last week and put it up on Instagram and facebook.  I really liked it and I feel like it can be used for Summer or Fall.  So I am going to walk you through how I created this look and what products I used.  Next time I do a look I will be filming it for you tube :) YAY you guys will get a better idea on how to do it.

So first thing after my shower I moisturize my skin with Mario Badescu A.H.A & Ceramide Moisturizer I love it.  Makes my skin feel nice and doesn't leave it feeling like there is a bunch of product on my face.

http://www.mariobadescu.com/aha-and-ceramide-moisturizer

Next I apply my eye primer.  Its a brand that came in my kit when I took my class at

http://www.makeupartiststudio.com/ (which is fantastic, especially for military spouses) check out the site

For this look I used my Sedona Lace Palette.  The 168 pro full color second edition

http://www.sedonalace.com/Cosmetics/121/168-Pro-Full-Color-Second-Edition.aspx


I started with a light off white for all over the eye area.  I then took a bronze color in a lighter shade and put it all over the lid.  I blended out with a tan color and then took a purple (it was bright but you can't tell in the picture) to work in the outer corner.

I used maybelline gel liner
http://www.maybelline.com/Products/Eye-Makeup/Eye-Liner/Eye-Studio-Lasting-Drama-Gel-Eyeliner.aspx
to do the winged liner on top.  I then used a dark brown liner for the bottom liner right on the water line.

I applied red cherry lashes #43 with DUO lash adhesive.  I buy my lashes and glue here.....

http://www.madamemadeline.com/

Then I filled in my brows with some powder (also from my kit) I don't have a name for it but I used an angle brush and powder.

I then used my CG tru blend foundation and my real techniques face expert brush and applied my foundation.

http://www.covergirl.com/face-makeup/foundation-makeup/liquid-foundation
http://realtechniques.com/shop-collection/your-base-flawless/expert-face-brush

Next I used my NYX concealer and brightened the under eye area.

http://www.nyxcosmetics.com/p-28-concealer-wand.aspx

Set with some translucent powder and applied a neutral-peach blush on the cheeks.

I finished the look with a lipstick I recently purchases CG lipstick 415 in Siren

http://www.covergirl.com/lip-makeup/lipstick/lip-perfection-lip-color

So I know it seems like a lot of products but hey it was a full face of makeup :)

I hope you guys liked this and please subscribe to my you tube channel.

http://www.youtube.com/user/JessicaSmith4811/about

Love you guys
~Jessie

NYX Product Reviews

Hey guys.

Today I am writing a little review about some NYX products I have bought and tried.  I personally think NYX is a great brand with incredible prices.

NYX butter gloss

So I am sure if you follow me on instragram  or my fb page you know that I am obsessed with the NYX Butter Gloss.  I like that they have good color and shine but aren't super sticky.  I always get asked what I am wearing when I have them on.

 NYX concealer wand

I am loving this for my under eye area.  I use a different concealer for blemishes but I feel like using this after applying my foundation give my under eye a nice bright look that covers my hideous dark circles well.  

 NYX concealer stick

I keep this little guy in my purse for when I might need a little touch up.  I am so bad about touching my face all the time so sometimes when I am on the go I might need to touch up a few spots. I have used this under my eye as well and I do like this stick.  its not incredible coverage but it's good.  Especially for the price.

 NYX illuminator

 I can't say I love this product but I like it.  I have the color Narcissistic.  I like the shimmer in it and it gives you a nice golden glow.

So NYX makeup is definitely something I will keep in my own kit and in my professional kit.  I really like their products and the prices are just incredible.  Also I order online and everything arrived in perfect condition.

So I hope this helps and gives you guys another great makeup option.  Thanks for reading and don't forget to follow :)

I have links to all the products below.

Love you guys,

~JS









http://www.nyxcosmetics.com/p-191-butter-gloss.aspx

http://www.nyxcosmetics.com/p-28-concealer-wand.aspx

http://www.nyxcosmetics.com/p-27-concealer-stick.aspx

http://www.nyxcosmetics.com/p-144-illuminator.aspx

Sedona Lace Palette Review

Okay So I recently purchased a palette from Sedona Lace.  It is the 168 Pro Full Color Second edition palette.
It is usually $29.99 but I got it when they were having a sale and with shipping paid.  $19.70.  It looks like they have good deals all the time, so just check out their site.

www.sedonalace.com

This was my first time ordering something from Sedona lace.  I first discovered them through hearing good things about their makeup brushes.  I will be purchasing some brushes soon and giving you all another review.

PACKAGING
My mail goes to an APO address and mail can sometimes take awhile to get all the way over here in Germany.  I received it about 7 days after it shipped and it was packaged SO WELL.  This is important when ordering online, especially when the package has a long journey before it gets to you.  I have ordered so many things that arrived damaged and it is such a pain to have to send it back and deal with all that.  So, proper packaging is great.  It was wrapped really well in bubble wrap and not a single shadow was messed up.  I also got two little eye shadows with the palette and a cute little purple bag.

FIRST IMPRESSION
I am extremely impressed with how pigmented these shadows are.  A little goes a long way.  I love all the colors in the palette.

You have everything from bold brights, to soft neutrals and everything in between.  It is a palette you can do a lot with.  I originally bought this for my kit but I might just have to keep it for myself and order another one for my kit :) It is perfect for your own use to add to your professional kit, as a gift for someone.  I think anyone who received this palette would be impressed.

I feel like I personally wouldn't use every single color on myself like the super bright greens..... but then again at Halloween I just might!!!  So yes if you are more of a neutral girl you might be like WOW I don't need all those colors but honestly I think they are good to have to help you grow and play around with more color.  Add a pop of color your lower lash line, do an extreme look for fun when you are just hanging out!

 Getting ready is my favorite part of the morning (well most mornings) so just be creative and have fun!!!!

Let me know if you try the palette or any other Sedona lace products and what you think.

Thanks for reading guys, hope you are having an amazing week

~JS

Mascara

Hey guys :)

So if you are like most of us you are still on the search for that awesome mascara????  I feel like I always switch them up because I am never completely satisfied.  When ordering some makeup I decided to try Urban decays big fatty mascara.  I LOVE it.  It's not a mascara I use by itself though.  I have to use another one with it such as Maybelline lash stiletto.  I love it because it makes your lashes look super black and definitely lengthens and they also appear thicker BUT in my opinion it is a little wet so I like to just brush on a coat of lash stiletto over it to give a little more separation.

I also am liking Maybelline Fiber extension mascara.  I feel like maybelline is a drug store brand I really like. Especially their mascara and lipstick.

Thanks for reading guys I will keep doing reviews as I try out new products and works best for me and my clients.
Post any questions below or email me at jshairandmakeup@gmail.com

XOXO

Industry Discounts....Deals....Misc

So I know not everyone following is a licensed cosmetologist or Makeup Artist but I have been doing a lot of research and looking into all the discounts on professional makeup lines for licensed professionals.  There is a very long list and I still have so much to learn in the makeup world but so far this is what I have.


http://www.anastasia.net/abh-pro.html  Anastasia Beverly Hills

http://www.nyxcosmetics.com/t-professionaldiscount.aspx NYX cosmetics

http://www.naimies.com/studio-pro-invitation.php Naimies (they carry a little bit of everything)

http://www.smashbox.com/smashbox-pro  Smashbox

http://www.stilacosmetics.com/proartists/ Stila

http://www.nakedcosmetics.net/ProArtist.html Naked Cosmetics

http://www.occmakeup.com/pro.php Obsessive Compulsive cosmetics

http://temptupro.com/ Temptu

http://www.narscosmetics.eu/mua-programs Nars cosmetics

http://www.urbandecay.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-UrbanDecay-Site/default/UDPro-Show

For urban decay it said for makeup artist only.  Well they want you to submit your cosmetology license and business card or other from of proof listed on the site.  Well I just submitted those and was approved within a few hours :) I love urban decay so I was pretty excited!!!

There are so many more I am still learning about.....there are some that just didn't appeal to me so I didn't apply but I have applied to all of these except the last two and just as a licensed cosmetologist I have been approved..they are all free memberships.  The discount varies from 20-40% off.  I will add more to the list as I find more out.  I emailed too faced cosmetics and they are in the process of getting a pro artist program together and Benefit cosmetics still doesn't have one. ....If you know of anymore please comment or email me :)






I also wanted to share this deal with you for any military family who is following or I guess anyone who might want some photo dog tags ;) The deal is through Artscow and I ordered 2 from them before and was a little skeptical because of the extremely low price but they looked great and my kids loved them.

http://www.artscow.com/Images/Cache/edm/edm_17_10_2012_web.html

2 photo dog tags for 3.99 with FREE SHIPPING.   When I ordered them my husband was still in AIT so for my kids I picked a picture of them with their Dad from BCT graduation and put it on the dog tag.  They wore them for a long time.  So enjoy, Its a great deal!!!


Last, I just wanted to share some stuff I thought was cute/funny that I found on pinterest.  I am a quote lover :):):) I can't help it they just inspire me....but today its more funny stuff and the one about the mother just melts my heart but its so true.

Happy Friday everyone...enjoy the weekend!!!!