Halloween Lion’s Makeup

In the spirit of Halloween I bring to you the Queen of the Jungle!

I had a great time doing this makeup and hair for Jessa. Halloween makeup is always so much fun to do, and I had a blast with this Lion’s makeup look.  Jessa already has quite the mane so giving her big lion’s hair was super easy!lionsmakeuphalloweenlionvivianmakeupartist.comFor her hair I used:

Sam Villa PROFESSIONAL VOLUME & TEXTURIZING IRON at the roots of her hair to give it volume and texture. Then I used Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray also in the roots of her hair before I backcombed a little bit. Then VERY loosely wrapped her hair in 1 inch sections around my Hot Shot Tools Gold Series Curling Iron 3/4 Inch (the slightly smaller barrel gives great texture, just make sure not to ringlet yourself! If you get a piece thats too curly, just very lightly spray it with some water to relax the curl.) And I love setting everything with Superfine Hairspray. For a cheaper, but strong hold hairspray I love Kenra Volume Super Hold Finishing Spray (and it’s on sale!)www.vivianmakeupartist.comTo get this costume lion makeup look I used:

Lancome TEINT MIRACLE, CLE DE PEAU BEAUTE CONCEALER, BEN NYE MAGICAKE FACE PAINT (durable and doesn’t smear so I like this stuff! They mix quickly with water to produce bright, opaque colors.)  Make Up For Ever 12 Flash Color Case (these are pigmented, creamy and blend-able.) GRAFTOBIAN METAL MANIA KIT GOLD on her lips. Gleam in Bronze Gold. CHANEL EYELINER,  House of Lashes in Siren, and LE PETIT TRIPLE over Frends 412.  Also this brush MAC 210 PRECISE EYE LINER plays a super important roll in getting this look! (or you can always check your local art supplies store for similar brushes. Just make sure they’re skinny!)

And you can get the black crystals here and some assorted gold ones here

The best and cheapest/most convenient crystals I found here. And use a dot of adhesive then lay the stone right on top.

I love this lion halloween makeup look!

2017-10-25T21:42:14+00:00 October 25th, 2017|Hair, Makeup|5 Comments

Holiday Hair and Makeup

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I often have a hard time deciding if I want to look fancy, or if I want to go with the “messy” or boho look. I feel like this look on Jessa conquers both!

I call this lip formula a “washable waterproof.” It stays put but it also wears off fairly nicely (like it goes from a deep dark color then softens out to almost like an ombre lip throughout the day,) and then comes off when you want it to.

It’s two lip liners.

URBAN DECAY Blackmail  and

URBAN DECAY Venom. 

I lined the inside 2/3 of her lips with Venom then with more precision lined the outside with Blackmail then overlapped the colors so they’d blend together.

You will need a sharpener for these.

Grind House.

I like this sharpener because there’s a cover for the blade part so when the product gets stuck in the edges of the sharpener you can cover it so it doesn’t end up all over the rest of my stuff. It’s the little things 🙂

The highlight/glitter on the inner corner of her eye is

URBAN DECAY Glamrock 

Illuminator skin glowy goodness (mostly you can see it on the tip of her nose) is

Chanel Soleil Tan De Chanel 

I’ve been testing out all sorts of foundations lately (I’d love to hear what you love!) On Jessakae I ended up using La Mer Foundation and mixing it with a touch of Double Wear  (for a more natural look with some staying power.) fishtail_braid_holidayhair_vivianmakeupartistholiday_makeup_hair_updo_side_fishtail

Clothes are from http://www.shopjessakae.com/

 

2017-07-14T15:42:59+00:00 November 30th, 2016|Hair, Makeup|3 Comments

Featured on Free People

These photos are just dreamy. I can’t believe it’s been two years! I thought I’d revisit them, since they’re so so pretty. Scroll down a little for details on this look. fishtail_braid_makeup_freepeoplefishtail_freepeoplefree_people_makeupfreepeople_hairfreepeople_makeup_jewelryfree_people_hairfreepeople_makeupHere’s what I used on her:

Complexion:  Temptu s/b foundation OR non-airbrush foundation recommendation Teint Miracle, Laura Mercier Concealer #3, TheBalm bronzer,  MAC blush in Fleur Power

Eyes:Urban Decay eyeshadow base, MAC eyeshadows in Rice Paper, Amber Lights and Embark, Hourglass Mechanical Gel Eyeliner,  L’Oreal Voluminous mascara, Benefit Gimme Brow in Light ,Ardell Wispies

Lips: Bite Agave Lip Mask,Urban Decay lip liner in Naked, Giorgio Armani lipstick in #102 Essenza
freepeople_utah_mountainsOh Utah, you sure are beautiful.

You may remember from my last post that Free People featured images from this shoot on their blog and on their main instagram, which is so rad.

Photographer Tyson French website and instagram

Model Zoe Lazerson

2017-07-14T15:42:59+00:00 September 23rd, 2016|About, Hair, Makeup, Recent Makeup Jobs|4 Comments

Peachy Makeup Goodness

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I once had a client that was trying to get me to go on a date with this guy by pitching to me how incredibly hot he was. My friend Adriana who was working with me that day, interjected saying “Vivian mostly cares if he’s hot on the inside.”   Well that same night, Jeff (my husband) introduced me to someone as his girlfriend. He assumed that I already knew I was his girlfriend, (duh he said.) I guess it never crossed his mind to discuss it with me 😉 So no date for me with Mr. Hot. I was ok with it :-)Well, this is Nattalie and she is super hot on the inside. Her personality is as magnetic as her looks are, and I’m not fibbing.

 

Here are the links to the products I used to get this look.

*If it is helpful to know what products I use and you are interested in purchasing any of them, by purchasing them directly from the links provided I receive a small commission (sometimes only pennies, but hey!) Doing this will increase my ability to share more frequent tips and tricks on my blog and instagram.  Thank you, genuinely, for reading my blog and for your support.

Eyes:

MAC eyeshadows in Omega, Blanc Type and Brun. Brush 213, Brush 242,  and Brush 239.  Bobbi Brown eyeliner in Black Ink and Ultra Fine brush.  Lancome Hypnose mascara.  Urban Decay Waterline Eye Pencil in Legend and Bambi lashes . MAC Brun eyeshadow  for brows using MAC angel brush 266. 

Face:

Temptu foundation, contour and bronzer (can be used with airbush compressor or just applied with a brush like this It Cosmetics brush. )  Blush is Tarte Fearless, and concealer is Tarte Creaseless concealer in Light-Medium Sand (both have a dewey finish.)  Lips are Lancome Jeweled Pink lipstick  and Lancome O So Coral La Laque Fever gloss (this gloss stays on well.) Urban Decay Bang lip liner.

Photos by Ty Frenchspring_makeup_summer_makeup

 

2017-07-14T15:43:00+00:00 April 5th, 2016|Hair, Makeup|9 Comments

The contoured eye

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Eyes:

MAC eyeshadows in Omega, Blanc Type and Brun. Brush 213, Brush 242,  and Brush 239.  Bobbi Brown eyeliner in Black Ink and Ultra Fine brush.  Lancome Hypnose mascara.  MAC Brun eyeshadow  for brows using MAC angel brush 266. 

Face:

Temptu foundation, contour and bronzer (can be used with airbush compressor or just applied with a brush like this It Cosmetics brush. )  Blush is Tarte Fearless, and concealer is Tarte Creaseless concealer in Light-Medium Sand (both have a dewey finish.)  Lips are Lancome Jeweled Pink lipstick  and Lancome O So Coral La Laque Fever gloss (this gloss stays on well.)

Thank you to Ty French for these beautiful photos.

2017-07-14T15:43:00+00:00 April 5th, 2016|Hair, Makeup|0 Comments

Jessa in Red

This shoot was for Valentine’s Day so it’s a bit late but it would have been a huge shame to not post at least a couple on my blog!sexy_hair_messy_curlsvintage_waves_vintage_curls_hair

Find Jessa’s dress (available in a bunch of colors) here. 

Sorry for the short post! xoxo <3

2017-07-14T15:43:01+00:00 February 22nd, 2016|Hair, Makeup|1 Comment

Get your hairstyle to last

My friend Ashlee is a hairstylist and I saw her using this pretty white curling iron that I had been eyeing online for a while, but hadn’t made the jump to purchase it yet.

So I asked her about it and she raved that her curls last for like 3 days when she uses it. I was sold.

vivianmakeupartist_t3_whirl_styling_wandIf you’re wondering what kind of looks you’d get from these different sized attachments, here are some examples. In this photo above I’m using the tapered barrel. (Top is Topshop and is so comfy and now on sale!)

*Note. I didn’t take the hair all the way down to the end of the wand. It still gave me tighter curls, but not too tight on the bottom. beach_waves_t3_vivianmakeupartist(makeup details in previous post.)

In the photos below, my guess is they probably used a 1 1/2 ” barrel, so the biggest one in the set.

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And in these photos, a 1″.
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(I tried to find the original source for these photos to credit, but I couldn’t track it down. I found them all on Pinterest.)

And when it comes to shampoo and conditioner lately I’ve been loving Living Proof.

Basically I can go longer without having to wash my hair, which is supposed to be better for your hair plus you save time.

If you like to try out products before buying the full sizes, or if you travel, I also purchased this set and loved it.

Living Proof was recommended by my friend Cara. She mentioned the No Frizz which I love as well.  To be honest I can’t tell the difference and they’re both great.

Curls that last and not having to wash your hair as often. I’m in! And I also got an awesome shower cap 🙂 It’s real glamorous.shower cap

2017-07-14T15:43:01+00:00 February 16th, 2016|Hair|2 Comments

Valentines Makeup

Which style of makeup is your favorite? I can never decide. More glamorous and darker, or more beachy with softer, girlier makeup.

Since Valentine’s day is on a Sunday this year I will probably just be going to church…which if I think about it long enough, is actually kind of wonderful and romantic since Jeff (the hubs) will be there with me.

One of my favorite quotes of all time, seems to kind of fit into the Valentines Day theme…

“Only one life that soon will pass, only what’s done with love will last.” I think about that often when I’m stressed or feeling like what I do is inconsequential. I truly love my clients and love making them feel beautiful, so I hope it does manifest into something more than just me painting peoples faces!

Here are two Valentines Day makeup ideas!
valentines_day_makeup_looksMakeup on Left:

Complexion: Tarte primer. Makeup Forever Ultra HD Invisible Cover Foundation. Cle de Peau Beaute Concealer in Almond. Guerlain pressed powder in Medium. Guerlain Terracotta bronzer #4 (on forehead and neck.) The Sculpting Powder from Kevyn Aucoin to contour using MAC 217 Blending eyeshadow brush to apply under cheekbones and down sides of the nose. Blush is Glisten from Tarte. Illuminator (top of cheekbone) is Hourglass Ambient Strobe Lighting Powder in Brilliant.

Eyes: Urban Decay Primer Potion. MAC Eyeshadows in Cranberry, Carbon and Jest. Chanel Eyeliner. Guerlain Cils D’Enfer Mascara in Noir. Lancome Ultra Precision Brow Pencil in Blonde.  False lashes are House of Lashes in Boudoir. 

Lips: Urban Decay Lip Liner in Blackmail (lining 2/3 of my lips.) Bite Bright Red lipstick. Bobbi Brown Crystal Gloss. 

Makeup on Right:

Complexion: Tarte primer. Makeup Forever Ultra HD Invisible Cover Foundation. Cle de Peau Beaute Concealer in Almond. Guerlain pressed powder in Medium. Guerlain Terracotta bronzer #4 (on forehead and neck.) The Sculpting Powder from Kevyn Aucoin to contour using MAC 217 Blending eyeshadow brush to apply under cheekbones and down sides of the nose. Blush is Blushing Bride from Tarte. Illuminator (top of cheekbone) is Hourglass Ambient Strobe Lighting Powder in Brilliant (I added a pinker blush and more illuminator for this look.)

Eyes: Urban Decay Primer Potion. MAC Eyeshadows in Amber Lights and Saddle. Chanel Eyeliner. Guerlain Cils D’Enfer Mascara in Noir. Lancome Ultra Precision Brow Pencil in Blonde. False lashes are House of Lashes in Siren on top, and Ardell mini’s on bottom. 

Lips: Urban Decay Lip Liner in Turn On. MAC Angel Lipstick. NYX Butter Gloss in Merengue. 

 

2017-07-14T15:43:02+00:00 February 9th, 2016|Hair, Makeup|0 Comments

The Prettiest Bridals

These are some of my favorite bridal photos I’ve ever seen. bridal_makeup_wedding_makeup_glammakeup_for_brides_wedding_makeup_artistbarbie_bridal-makeupAnd Camilla Binks Photography is a genius. I LOVE that she had Jessica take her hair out and the end to switch it up. So hot. richard_kid_history_married_wedding_richard_sharrah
And might I mention that Jessica my client, is literally a princess. At Disney World. And she married the ever so talented actor Richard Sharrah (YouTube sensation Kid History.)  Don’t feel weird staring at them ’cause they’re so good looking. I’m sure everybody does. richard_kidhistory_wedding_jessica_photoswinter_bridal_makeup_hairwedding_hairstyles_bridal_halfup_blondebridal_makeup_trends_vivianmakeupartistEyes

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Thanks for reading you guys <3

2017-07-14T15:43:02+00:00 January 14th, 2016|Hair, Makeup, Recent Makeup Jobs|0 Comments

Holiday hair and makeup

As I’m sure you guys can tell by the frequency of my Jessa posts, I am stoked anytime I get to do hair and makeup on her. She needed a festive holiday makeup look and wanted to do something fun and different with her hair. jessa_holidayjessa_holiday_makeupjessa_hair_holiday_makeup

Complexion: Temptu airbrush (from this kit I used the foundation, the bronzer and contour, and the highlighter.) Blush is Tarte Glisten, and the brush I put it on with is this one.  Concealer is Cle de Peau in Almond and I use this brush. Setting powder is Guerlain in Medium (I’ve been using the pressed and loose powders from Guerlain and love them both. I use this brush.)

Eyes: Anti-aging eyeshadow base,  MAC eyeshadows in Omega and Woodwinked. Chanel eyeliner on top, Tarte Inner Rim nude on lower. Her brows are Lancome Taupe pencil.  Her lashes are Kiss Demi Wispies. Mascara is Hypnose Doll Lashes. 

Let talk about lips.  I typically just tell you guys the colors I use on people, but as it’s getting cold and peoples lips are drying out, I’m finding that some of the occasional lip luxury’s are becoming more like lip must-do-all-the-time’s, otherwise the lip color looks crackly and dry.  I use this Bite Agave Lip mask like, all the time. Use it like you would a chapstick. It’s more luxurious than a normal chapstick though 😉 I also use it on my cuticles.

For super dry lips I’ll put on the Bite, let it sit for a little while, then use this Sugar Lip Polish.

 Color on her lips is Urban Decay Blackmail liner and Bite Kir Royal and Bite fruit gloss in Candy Apple Red.  For precision, you can apply color with a lip brush.

There’s also this Lip set  that has some great stuff in it. I have the full size Pomegranate color, the mask, and the wipes and I LOVE them all.

Hair: Curled it all with my Sultra 1 inch. 

 

Used Oribe Superfine hairspray

I used this comb to backcomb and the roots

And these pins. 

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2017-07-14T15:43:04+00:00 December 2nd, 2015|Hair, Makeup|14 Comments