A Few Humble Makeup Suggestions

I may not be a professional makeup artist, but I do every one's makeup on club nights, date nights, before weddings, before concerts, and job interviews. I've done makeup for runway models and photo shoots. To me, makeup artistry is like another extension of painting. For anyone who's interested, here are some good brands that I recommend:

I suggest Estde Lauder's Light Coverage Foundation for Oily Skin, and for those interested in a satin finish that works for light daytime makeup. For those with mild to moderate acne and oily skin, I recommend Mac Studio Fix Foundation. It offers flawless coverage and it will last for hours. I use Mac Studio Fix Foundation on Tommy because it stays on even when he gets sweaty on stage. ;)

For eyelashes, I recommend Great Lash Mascara from Maybelline. For those looking to spend a little bit more, Dior Show Mascara and Urban Decay Big Fatty Mascara. I use Great Lash Mascara on Tommy because he already has giraffe eyelashes, and putting Urban Decay on him would make him prettier than me, and we can't have that.

For cheeks, I recommend Physician's Formula Shimmering Bronzer in gold-bronze and peach. They're earthy and the shimmer brightens your skin without making you look like a daytime hooker. For those looking to spend a little more, and who are seeking a more dramatic look, I recommend Channel's Blush in Rose Cache. I use this brand on Tommy because it makes for great stage makeup and really highlights his cheekbones.

For Lips I always suggest wearing Chap Stick under your lipstick or gloss. It creates a barrier between your lipstick and your skin and keeps it from being absorbed into your lips. I love Bert's Bees Chap stick, cherry is my flavor of choice! I highly recommend using a natural chapstick without The ingredient "Camphor." Camphor is highly allergenic and is dangerous to ingest therefore shouldn't be rubbed all over your mouth.

You do not have to spend a lot for great lipstick and gloss. Loreal's Outlast Lipstick is cheap and lasts for hours! Milani is another great drugstore brand. They make beautiful lip glosses and lip shimmers. For those looking to spend a little bit more, I suggest MAC Lipstick. MAC is a good choice for those looking for a bright and bold colors! For those looking for a more natural color and application, I suggest a lip stain from Benefit. A lip stain is a translucent liquid applied to the lips like a lip gloss. It is absorbed into the lips laving a matte finish that lasts all day! I use Milanis Lipgloss in Hot Glittery Pink on Tommy! :)

-Chantala