I'm On The O2B2 WEBSITE!!!

Hey Blossoms,

I'm excited to announce my video reel of EnkoreMakeup & Pursebuzz makeup class is featured on the main page of their website!!!

How exciting!!!

Check out the webpage and my clip! I am so honored!

MY VIDEO

IS FEATURED ON THEIR SITE:

ENKOREMAKEUP & PURSEBUZZ O2B2 TOUR

Have you attended an O2B2 class?

Until Next Time,

Later Blossoms!

Flower Power 2.0

Hello Makeup Friends,

I know it has been a while since I have posted a look, but today I bring you this fun look for summer! A while back I did a look called Flower Power that became one of the favorite looks on the blog. Recently, I kept getting requests to revisit the look, and so here it is! I used a different color combo to change it up, so I would not call this an exact replica of the look, just a new interpretation of it. Read on for products used and tips:

See more on this post by clicking "Read More" below!

 

Natural Light:

For the eyes and cheeks, I used my beloved Kryolan Viva Brilliant Color Palette :

I know this is a pro product that is not easy to purchase, but you can use any of the 88 or 120  Coastal Scents palettes .

For the face I used my Eve Pearl foundation that I constantly rave about, but folks, no matter what I try, I always come back to it! The lips were kept pretty natural, I used chap-stick and a tiny bit of clear gloss on the center.

Now for the tips:

• When it comes to bright and colorful looks like this, it's best to just focus on one feature (in this case the eyes,) and keep the rest of the face simple. 
• Use colors that make you look and feel prettier! For a simpler version, use your 2 favorite bright colors and line the top lid with one and the bottom with another.
• Don't over blend! I know i'm always saying blend, blend, blend, but in this case you can't blend too much or you lose the definition of the different colors.
• Lastly, Have fun and don't be afraid of color! Remember makeup can be wiped off at the end of the day. :)

Thank you to my photographer friend from MiguePhoto for taking these quick shots :)

HOW TO ACHIEVE A GORGEOUS STRETCHED TWIST-OUT?

Hey Blossoms,


So are you interested in taking your twist-outs from this:

TO THIS:

Then WATCH THIS:

Thanks Youtube for the thumbnail LOL!

Until Next Time,

Later Blossoms

Cherrylicious Beauty Of The Week: Evelyn Lozada | CHERRY ON TOP

Hey Blossoms,

Super excited to present to you all another beauty post written by yours truly to Power 105.1's Radio Personality, Cherry Martinez blog.

Evelyn Lozada has been the talk of the town so find out more about her and what she's up to. One of her sexiest makeup looks: REVEALED, with a step by step breakdown of how you too can achieve it.

Cherrylicious Beauty Of The Week: Evelyn Lozada | CHERRY ON TOP

Until Next Time,

Later Blossoms

TWITTER RETWEET CONTEST WINNERS!!

Hey Blossoms,

The tweets have been counted and the products are all in.

The winners of the Twitter Retweet Contest are....

DRUMROLL PLEASE

Day 1: @Tyraslilsis

Day 2: @Tyraslilsis

HOW AMAZING IS THAT?!

Hands down beyond a reasonable doubt @Tyraslisis was a retweeting queen. She retweeted the most, followed the rules of the contest and was even inspired to write blog posts sharing the retweets with others.

Check out those blog post here:

THE MAKEUP SHOW CHICAGO DAY 1 RETWEETS W/TWIT PICS

THE MAKEUP SHOW CHICAGO DAY 2 RETWEETS W/TWIT PICS


On to the PRIZES: @tyraslilsis may pick her prize from these pictured below:

 Eye Kandy glitter in Cherry Bomb

 OCC Lip Tar in NSFW

 Cinema Secrets Brush Cleaner 4oz.

 Ruby Kisses E/s Duo in Banana Cake With Purple Frosting

 Ruby Kisses HD Nail Lacquer in Hot Pink Pants

 Ruby Kisses E/s duo in Almond Butter

 Double ended foundation/concealer and small kabuki brush from Crown Brushes

 OCC Loose Colour in Flicker

 Lit Cosmetics Clear Liquid Glitter base & Beach Baby Glitter

DECISIONS! DECISIONS! DECISIONS!

So please EMAIL ME with your address and your pick of 2 of the products pictured above! Thank you so much for your patience and for entering to win!

STAY TUNED FOR UPCOMING GIVEAWAYS!

Until Next Time,

Later Blossoms!

MAKEUP TUTORIAL THROWBACK: INGLOT STYLE!!

Hey Blossoms,

I recently posted my 100th Youtube videos and I decided to take a journey back through all the videos I have posted thus far and I smiled. I have learned so much and have improved 10 fold. I will continue to educate myself in this field of makeup artistry and I will continue to share.

I decided to post a past video. Here's a video from 5 months ago. A really pretty everyday look featuring Inglot Cosmetics...

Enjoy

Can you see the improvement from my recent videos?

Until Next Time,

Later Blossoms

CONTROVERSIAL TOPICS: WARNING: IGNORANCE & OUR PEOPLE!

Hey Blossoms,

I am a true lover of Youtube and the open platform it has to share opinions and ideas!

Recently I responded to African Export's Debate & Discussion video where she spoke openly on ignorance and gave her opinion on her thoughts of how it affects her and African American people.

The original Youtubers to open the platform are two friends that have a channel named OhChat.

One of the friends, Ann, came by my channel and left a video response from her personal channel, CandidAnn, to my video!

Here's her video response: You all do NOT want to miss it!!

WARNING!! CONTROVERSIAL TOPICS!!!!!!

‪Candidly Speaking: Ignorance affects us all‬‏ - YouTube

Oh Chat's original video which opened up the platform:

Here's African Export's video response to OhChat's video:

Here's my video response to African Export's video:

What's your opinion: Does ignorance of one or many affect an entire race of people?

Until Next Time,

Later Blossoms!

VIDEO RESPONSE: IS IGNORANCE BRINGING DOWN OUR PEOPLE?

DID YOU KNOW THIS HOT WEATHER MAKEUP TIP?! A MUST SEE!

OUT OF THE BEAUTY BOX EXPERIENCE

THE BEST DARN NEUTRAL EYE LOOK EVER! Feat. MAGNOLIA MAKEUP

Graduation Makeup and Hair

This is a very special post! Here we have my beautiful cousin Janelly. I was honored when she called me to do her hair and makeup for her graduation party. Janelly is what I consider a classic beauty. She wanted her makeup to look elegant but not overly done and her hair in an Updo. I love making someone feel special and beautiful on their special day, but love it even more when it's for a loved one. 

See more on this post by clicking "Read More" below!

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This intricate Updo took me about 90 minutes. I curled her hair and strategically pined up her curls. Then I adorned her hair with two swarovski hair clips. Here are a few pictures of the Updo:

Click on the images to see more detail

**Janelly & I at her party! Love you a lot and congratulations**

** By Eleni**

OUT OF THE BEAUTY BOX TOUR NYC: WITH ENKOREMAKEUP & PURZEBUZZ

Hey Blossoms,

I'm so excited to announce that I will be attending O2B2 with EnkoreMakeup & Purzebuzz! Today is their Bridal Class in NYC at The Make Up Forever Studios!

I will be bringing my camcorder and camera along! I'm so ready to learn!

What are your plans for today?

Until Next Time,

Later Blossoms

HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT BLACK & WHITE....

Hey Blossoms,

As a makeup artist I'm definitely a lover of color. Most times, clients prefer a neutral look and so those super pigmented bright eyeshadows and liners are kept away until another day. Then there are those times where color is used but then the photo is made BLACK & WHITE!

Black & White photos evoke such a nostalgia feeling in me. Even if the photo itself doesn't remind me of a particular moment the feel of the photo will. I'm usually teleported back to a wonderful childhood memory as the old song by, one hit rapping wonder, Ahmad, plays in the background. You know the one that goes "Back in the day when I was young I'm not a kid anymore but some days I sit and wish I was a kid again".

There is nothing like clean beauty captured in black & white....

Here's a sample of my work in black & white...

WHAT DO YOU FEEL? WHAT DO YOU SEE? WHAT DO YOU THINK OF? WHAT'S YOUR OPINION OF BLACK & WHITE PHOTOS?

Until Next Time,

Later Blossoms

Rachel Ess "Over You" (Official Video)

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Hey Blossoms,

I'm proud to present to you this new video by singer, Rachel Ess. She's hitting the music waves by storm. Yours truly was key makeup artist for the video. We did threee fun looks: smokey eye/red lip, bold eye/pink coral lip and neutral eye/pink nude lip. I also did the male grooming for her "boyfriend" in the video. The production team was amazing and here is the finished product. Enjoy the song! Enjoy the song!

Until Next Time,

Later Blossoms

Vid Response: African Export: African-American Vloggers: Attractiveness ...

Natural Highlighting Using Magnolia Makeup's "GLOW" Review & Tutorial

Dainty Bollywood Blossom

For this look I was inspired by a Bollywood choreography I am learning on GypsyNet.  I did a pink and purple combo with a small hint of gold on my lower lash line. I glued crystals on my eyes, forehead, ears and nose for added character.

See more on this post by clicking "Read More" below!

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Products Used:
Face
Eve Pearl Foundation
Coastal Scents 26 blush/bronzer palette
Nars Orgasm Blush

Eyes
Coastal Scents 88 Color palette
Urban Decay Vol #3
MUFE Smokey Lash Mascara

Lips
Coastal Scents 66 lip palette

Tools and supplies used to apply crystals

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Coastal Scents 88 Color Palette

Tutorial:

#1 apply on mid lid (w/flat brush) #2 blend on mid lid to outer V (w/flat and blending brush) #3 apply in inner corner and blend harsh edges (w/ med pencil brush) #4 apply on lower lash line (w/ flat liner brush) #5 create wing and darken outer V (w/ angled and pencil brush) #6 highlight brow bone (w/ smudge brush)

Urban Decay Volume #3

 Tutorial Continues: 

 #7 apply on mid lid for dimension  (w/flat brush) #8 apply in inner corner (w/ pencil brush) #9 apply on lower lash line (w/ thin liner brush)

Here's one of my favorite Bollywood Dances!

"TWEET YOUR FACE OFF" TWITTER EVENT IN BROOKLYN NY!

Hey Blossoms,

Blogger wasn't running properly yesterday so I was unable to post. I'm still going strong in Erin's 30 day vlog/blog Challenge. Today is Day 10!

I attended the "Tweet Your Face Off" Event in Brooklyn, NY yesterday at Nasilele Photography Studio hosted by Danielle of www.TheStyleAndBeautyDoctor.com.

I had so much fun!

During the event we all were tweeting live. Our tweets were being displayed on a huge flat screen. How cool is that. I definitely was "tweeting my face off!" If you'd like to know what was going on and see more twit pics go to hashtag #nasphoto!!

I saw so many blogging lovelies and other social media mavens. We shared laughs, delicious finger foods, wine and lip cocktails from the lip bar! If your wondering what that is, I'll explain. At the lip bar you sat in a comfy makeup artist chair while Danielle expertly applied the lip color of your choice from the newest beauty craze to hit the market, Sleep Lip Pout Lip Tars. These tars are said to rival OCC and may actually be BETTER! *GASP!* I have to definitely try them more to be able to formulate an opinion on my findings between the two.

Awesome giveaways were going on and I won a LUMINESS AIRBRUSH SYSTEM! WOW!  

After your "serving" from the lip bar you were able to have a professional photo taken! I had one taken with my new "pout" and Luminess prize!

Another great moment was when @tyraslilsis showed me how to "smize" (smiling with your eyes). It was hilarious and of course I was terrible at it. She was taught by Smizing Queen : TYRA BANKS. Check out the pictures of true "smizing" below!

Here's the wonderful event captured in photos! Click on the photo to enlarge!

A fellow blogger and @Tyraslilsis (R)

MUAs & Bloggers @MelodyKewl and @MissMerli

I had to capture this vintage cash register!

Sleek Lip cocktails anyone? 

After our "smize" session

MUA & Blogger @thisfancyface

@MissMerli "smizing"

@Tyraslilsis "smizing"

Fellow Bloggers, @MzMore & @ImSoHollywood

@MelodyKewl (smizing) and her Luminess Airbrush system she won!

Danielle, event host & creator of www.thestyleandbeautydoctor.com & @MelodyKewl

@Tyraslilsis & @StyleNBeautyDoc

I have on a pretty pink Sleek Lip Pout! LOVE! Thanks @StyleNBeautyDoc!

 Have you ever attended an event that had a Twitter theme?

Until Next Time,

Later Blossoms