One week to go! Yes, I’m still thinking Halloween here at Makeup Minute and celebrity makeup artist Brett Freedman had another simple but ultra glam idea that was worth sharing.
For a mod ’60’s Twiggy look, focus on getting the perfect pop art eyes. You’ll need two sets of false eyelashes – one very full, dark pair for the top and a second sparser, spikier pair for the bottom (Brett recommends Andrea Perma-Lash).
Sculpt lid out from the tear duct to outer corner with matte gray shadow – be very exaggerated and rounded and arc it like a rainbow. Then, take a …read more

So, hopefully everyone’s really enjoyed all of the New York Fashion Week coverage on Makeup Minute (I know that I enjoyed covering the shows!)  But while there are countless other runway looks that we could recap, it’s time to move on to some equally as fun beauty features, like Hayden Panettiere’s Emmy Awards look from earlier this week.
Celebrity Makeup Artist Amy Oresman created the Neutrogena brand ambassador’s look for the 2009 Emmy’s, where Hayden presented the award for Best Reality Host. Amy was gracious enough to share some tips and product recommendations on how to achieve this glam look at home. …read more

We take a break from this regularly scheduled New York Fashion Week coverage for an equally as important post!
Celebrity makeup artist Jake Bailey did Katy Perry’s makeup last night at the VMAs and her dress – an outrageous metal spiked mesh mini by The Blonds – was the inspiration.
Of it, Jake said, “The dress reminded me of a Gianni Versace book I have called “Rock and Royalty” and the powerful iconic images in it. I wanted the eyes to evoke that type of decadent glamour and of course complement the sparkle of the dress with a little sparkle on the eyes.”

To …read more

I love a good sale as much as the next girl (perhaps more?) so I’m pleased to report that summer is the time for savings at LORAC.

Save up to 70% on some fabulous products that have been used on Hollywood’s leading ladies by Carol Shaw, Celebrity Makeup Artist and Brand Founder.
Sale items include: Concealer, Foundation, Long-Wearing Lip Gloss, Eye Shadow, Mascara, Lipstick and Face Powder – but my pick is the Snake Charmer Palette (left).  It really packs a bunch with four gorgeous complementary colors of neutral eye shadow and a flattering pink blush tucked into a chic snakeskin printed …read more

For the 2009 BET Awards this past Sunday, celebrity makeup artist Ashunta Sheriff created a Moroccan inspired look for Alicia Keys based on her recent trip for the Mawaline Festival. .
Ashunta prepped Alicia’s skin with Laura Mercier Mineral Primer, a superfine, lightweight and translucent powder that primes the skin prior to foundation application for an even, mistake-proof surface ($30, available at www.lauramercier.com).
Alicia’s beautiful coral pout was created using BeingTRUE Satin Lip Shine in Luscious, a dazzling coral (coral  is HUGE for summer, in case you haven’t heard yet!) Created to coat with a glistening satin finish for color and depth, this …read more

Can you feel the heat yet? Joanna Schlip, Physicians Formula’s celebrity makeup artist can, and recently shared a few of her favorite Summer 2009 beauty trends and tips. 
TREND: A NEUTRAL, FLAWLESS COMPLEXION
In the spring and summer, your best feature should be flawless skin. But since it’s warmer outside, you have to use a product that isn’t too heavy and won’t run down your face when it’s humid.
TIP: To make sure you don’t over-do it, use a product that gives you sheer, light coverage that makes it look like you were born with smooth, flawless skin! Apply it just …read more

I’m on a forever-long journey to find the best concealer.  While I’ve tested several that I like, I’ve yet to find one that does it all though Max Factor’s classic Erace comes close.

Formulated decades ago by the actual Max Factor himself, Erace is a medium to full coverage stick concealer with peachy undertones that effectively cover dark circles.  Max Factor’s celebrity makeup artist Jake Bailey, who works with Katy Perry, Kyra Sedgwick, Annie Lennox and Rosario Dawson among others, recently confessed to me that this was a staple in his kit long before he began working with the brand, along …read more

Makeup artist Sam Fine is a legend in the biz, particularly among women of color.  His celebrity clients include some of the most famous women in the world – Beyonce, Iman, Mary J. Blige, Queen Latifah and the lovely Jennifer Hudson.
Born in Chicago, Fine learned the art of makeup while working at a cosmetics counter. After assisting Kevyn Aucoin, he dedicated himself to a career working with women of color.
I recently had a chance to meet Sam and to preview his new “The Basics of Beauty” instructional DVD ($24.99), which demonstrates application techniques and tricks on three real women in …read more

Private Practice star Kate Walsh rocked a fresh peach palette at last week’s 2009 GLAAD Awards. To compliment Kate’s sleek hairstyle, celebrity makeup artist Elaine Offers added a pop color to enhance her natural beauty.

Inspired by Kate’s modern beauty and sophisticated taste, Elaine was determined to create a look that highlighted these elements while incorporating key spring makeup trends. She selected a peach palette to give Kate’s skin an overall warmth with a punch of seasonal freshness. To create dimension and luminosity, Elaine stuck to a range of burnt-pinks and tangerine-bronzes.
To get Kate ready for makeup application, Elaine prepped her skin with a selection of …read more