Don’t you love it when you are totally surprised and won over by a product? Something that at first you were meh about or even disappointed in that ended up becoming a diehard favorite. Well that’s what happened with me and the Giorgio Armani Beauty Eye Tint Liquid Eyeshadows ($28 USD/$39 CAD). At first glance […]

As a professional makeup artist, whenever a client asks for a recommendation for a brow product I always recommend Benefit Cosmetics. Benefit has the most incredible range of brow products, both in terms of the product range available as well as the shade range available. That shade range has just improved even more with the […]

Spring may be a little slow arriving (at least it is here!) but when warmer weather arrives one of the first changes I make to my makeup routine is transitioning to sheerer, more glossy lipstick formulas. There’s something about sunny days and warm breezes that just makes matte lips or cream finishes feel too heavy. […]

What is Self-Awareness? Self-awareness is knowledge of yourself. It’s having an understanding of your habits, likes, dislikes, values, needs, and the unique way you view the world. It’s knowing what you want in life and why and having an understanding of your emotional responses. Having self-awareness doesn’t mean you eliminate all of life’s challenges, but […]

Your success isn’t as dependent on your current skills and talents as you may think. Your beliefs are far more instrumental in your success! Recognizing the limiting beliefs that are blocking your success might be the most important step you can take on your journey to a fulfilling life where you’re realizing your potential. Mental […]

I have been working as a freelance makeup artist for eight years now, starting rather late in my career. I have had a few young people ask me recently for my opinion on whether or not they should go to makeup school if they want to pursue a career as a makeup artist. I can […]