Makeup brands.. Which brand should you choose?

All women will agree that there are so many makeup brands out there that its confusing and difficult to find the 'perfect' brand. That’s because there is no perfect brand for any one person.

Each person has a different lifestyle which contributes to their skin type. This includes your place of work, how often you exercise, and what you eat and drink. You will find that if you change your lifestyle around, your skin also changes with it. For example, you move house from beachside to country, or you change your exercise regime, from stuck in an office and no exercise to joining a gym and exercising 3 times a week.

Whether your skin is oily, dry, normal or combination, it is important to remember that a healthy skin routine, with added exercise will improve the look of any makeup that you may use. Simply increasing the amount of water you drink each day will make a significant difference in your skins appearance and in turn affecting what makeup may suit you. You also shouldn’t be discouraged from trying different brands, this will only educate you in what works for you.

A makeup artist uses so many different brands for this reason. We have so many different clients that we cannot possibly use only one brand of makeup.

P.S. Don’t forget that you can also ask for samples of products from the makeup counter!


Please remember that through my experience this is only my opinion.

Much love,
xo

Networking.. on facebook!

Hi Everyone!

Just wanted to let you all know that i have also created a facebook page where you can see more of my makeup work! Like it, and suggest it to your friends :-)

http://www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/pages/Makeup-by-Miss-M/169927573031154

Much love (and many thanks),
xo

Skin routine for flawless makeup

A lot of my clients ask me what they should do to prepare their skin before having their makeup done.

Here is what I tell them. Not only will a good skin care routine enhance the quality of the makeup, but it will also make your skin have a healthy glow. Remember that any routine you follow for your face should also be continued to the neck.  

1)      Before you do anything make sure you wash your hands with a sanitising hand wash. A good one is the Dettol Antibacterial Liquid Hand Wash. This is such an important step that most people forget.  Throughout the day we use our hands for everything we do, so all the germs and bacteria are there when you wash your face. Using an antibacterial hand wash will stop the spread of germs and bacteria to your face.

2)      Make sure to cleanse your face – this will make sure that all dirt/makeup/and bacteria is removed.  If you don’t have a brand that you prefer, I would recommend using Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser. Cetaphil is amazing for your skin. It cleans while keeping the skin smooth so that it doesn’t remove any of your natural oils.

3)      Exfoliate – Exfoliating your skin is what will give your makeup a smooth finish. Exfoliating removes any dead skin cells on your face, creating an even surface which your makeup artist can work on. The best exfoliant for your face is simply a towel and some warm water.  Rub the towel in gentle circles over your face and neck. If your skin is red or burning during the exfoliating process this means that you are applying to much pressure and you are in fact irritating your skin. Focus on your T zone when exfoliating as this is the area that is usually prone to breakouts as it is the oiliest part of the skin.

4)      Toner – Toning is usually a step that most people miss out on. Using a toner will remove any impurities, left over makeup and cleanser. Avoid using an alcohol based toner as it will strip your skin of its essential oils. I recommend trying Gaia Skin Care Refreshing Toner.

5)      If you complete this routine about 10-15mins before your makeup artist arrives, don’t use a moisturiser or primer. Your makeup artist will be able to access your skin and see which product you will need and will apply this for you.

Please remember that through my experience this is only my opinion with skin care. All people have different skin types and therefore have different needs. If you think would like to talk to someone about your specific needs then its best to see your doctor or see a dermatologist.

Much love,
xo

Just a little something

So, this weekend i had the photoshoot that i mentioned in my blog earlier, the one regarding the underground carpark.. It was amazing! The model that we had was great, she knew just how to move to get the right shots. The photographer mentioned that i should get the edited images in 2-3 weeks (cant wait!). Here is a behind the scenes shot of the photographer directing the model.. Cant wait to be able to share the edited shots with you!

Gorgeous model - Rachel Chami and the very talented Photograper- Matt Pho

Much love,
xo

Friday love

I have to share this with you! I feel like a proud little mumma with my Oscar.. He is the love of my life! (after hubby ofcourse). I cant wait for this weekend so that i can just sit at home with him and we can play. Love you Oscar :-)

He has such a tough life, he even fell asleep while eating..

Much love,
xo

Can you hear me?

Ok, so normally this does not bother me, but this morning its REALLY bothering me. The spelling of my name.

I went to get a coffee this morning, i ordered my flat white, and when the barista asked for my name i spelt it out for her - "M-I-L-E-N-A", what did she write down - MELANA.... Now, i like to pride myself with speaking articulately, I wasn’t hung over so I didn’t slur my words, I got a gold star while learning the alphabet in school.. so it could only be that the barista did not care.

I’m not sure how everyone else feels about coffee, but to me, a coffee first thing in the morning, the smell of the coffee beans, the taste of the creamy milk – it’s my little bit of morning heaven. So when I have to look down at my coffee cup and read the lazy baristas misspelling of my name, it ruins that.

I know that my name is not the most common name, in fact I think I have only ever met one other person with my name, but when I spell it for you, please make sure you listen to your customer and make them feel like you actually care. It’s what keeps a customer coming back – good customer service.

So tell me, am I the only loon who gets fussed over the spelling of their name?

Much love,
xo

Girl Crush

Ok, so im seriously drooling over Mila Kunis... She never looked this good when she was on 'That 70's show'.. Did you happen to see her in her Oscars gown? Here it is, in case you missed it... Best dressed of the night!

Much love,

xo