IMATS 2010 Pasadena California!

IMATS (International Makeup Artists Show)
Sorry it took so long for me to post some images of the event but Gosh I got home and got swamped with work! Not that I am complaining work is good...keeps the light no, food on the table, makeup products all stoked up...

So here are some Images of the IMATS. This Year I went for both Saturday and Sunday! Last year I realized that one day is to short to really get the whole experience of this Event.
So Saturday was all day classes learning on tricks and tips of makeup and business, Sunday I took some classes but also wondered around a bit more to take pictures, buy some products and socialize.

So here are the pics!
Enjoy,

Pasadena Convention Center!
Body Paint by Makeup Forever


Body Paint by Lisa Berczel Makeup Museum. This is what Artist used to use back in the days...

More images to come! Stay Tunes!

Nibbles,

Aqua Eyes Collection

Avoid Makeup Meltdown!!!

Santa Anna’s and summer are around the corner!!!!
The Sexiest season…well in San Diego its Sexy all the times, but there is always place for improvement!

There is nothing less sexy than smudged, dripping eyeliner or eye shadow that disappears under sweat. So during these times I would suggest a water proof eyeliner/eye shadow…

My favorite for summertime is the Makeup Forever Aqua Eyes Collection. Aqua Eyes is a two-in-one eye shadow and liner pencil that adheres to the eyelids and resists water even under the most extreme conditions, without running or fading

Pencils can be used together, alone, top, bottom, and in the inner lower lash. Its smooth texture effortlessly lines the eyes and, by smudging immediately after applying to the lid, it can double as a pigment-rich shadow.

Got to have it!!!

MUFE Hightlight & Contour Kit

MAKE UP FOR EVER

The Contouring Kit!!!

As far as I looked there is no better contouring kit out there...and believe me I have looked!

The Make Up For Ever Highlight & Contour Kits come in 4 different sets of tinted pressed powders to shape the face (or body) by contrasting light and shadow.

Each compact contains a dark shade in a unique color to successfully recreate the look of a natural shadow for that skin-tone and the lighter powder brightens, highlights and brings features forward without adding shimmer or gloss.

When subtle, believable sculpting is required, these dynamic duos transforms like no other.

It compact and travel ready format beats having to carry 3 different color powder, and the compact can easily fit in the touch up bag.

Got to have it!

MUFE Flash Palette!!

Make Up For Ever 12 Flash Color Case I know this looks more like something one would get at an Arts and Craft store...but believe me when I say this is no toy!!! OK you can have fun with it, use it everywhere and pretty much anywhere, but this is not a TOY....

Make Up For Ever 12 Flash Color Palette is a must/got to have/essential addition to any makeup kits!!! OK I know I have quite a few must have...but this is special!

What can one use it for:

Corrective, the creme color are super smooth and can be used to balance foundations and concealers.

Beauty/Fashion, beautiful vibrant colors that can easily blend among themselves for a smooth and flawless finish.

Creative/Special Effects, colors work great on skin...and latex!!

Any type of make-up can be achieved with this group of super pigmented cream colors that glide flawlessly over the skin, eyes, lips...anywhere!

The are no limits to what this magic palette can do or become! It's truly Magic!!

Nibbles

HD Hight Dedinitnion Powder

This is, according to me, one of the best powders in the history of face powders!!!

So light, so fine, so wonderful and long lasting under the bright light of the studio light! A must have in every makeup kit, whether personal or professional J

What it does:
MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Micro finish Powder provides all you need for a glowing complexion. This 100% mineral silica powder softens the appearance of imperfections, sets foundation, and mattifies the skin without changing its natural contours. Its translucent powder matches any skin-tones. For those of us obsessed with contouring this is perfect since it will not change the color of the contour application. It’s super fine and goes on easily, a little bit goes a loooong way.

What else you need to know:
It's free of talc and parabens and can be used on even the most sensitive of skins, and being free of Talc means that it great to use for photography…no shine!

I have been using this powder for some time and I use it on 90% of my clients...the other 10% have perfect complexion or are too young to wear makeup!

What I find Amazing about the HD High Definition Powder:
1. can be used on any skin tone/color
2. It can be used on any skin types
3. Helps even out skin tones
4. It does not allow creasing
5. It removes even the most stubborn shine spot
6.It can be applied with a brush, sponge, napkin or Q-tip (for the difficult to reach areas!)
7. Less is more; a little bit goes a long way!
8. I only have to apply it once!


Hugs and Nibbles :)