Naples Makeup Artist Compares Brushes to Fingers, Why use brushes??

Of course being a Naples makeup artist I get asked ALL of the time, what is the difference between using brushes and using your fingers? I use my fingers and sponges to apply everything, whats the big deal?... It's actually a HUGE deal and makes all the difference in the world. 


Ever walk into a department store or makeup store and wonder why all of the women's makeup looks so perfect? Well number one, they all use primers and know how their products are going to wear throughout the day and number two, they have BRUSHES that they use to apply EVERYTHING!

By far one of my favorite brush sets in the entire world are chanel because they last forever! But, if chanel isn't really in your budget, test out some CVS brand to make sure they're soft enough and don't irritate the skin. 

MAC has one of my all time favorite brushes as well and is very inexpensive. Some are synthetic and some have real hair, go for the ones that fit you best. 

What's the problem with using sponges or fingers?
1. Sponges soak up most of your product and end up wasting your makeup
2. Fingers are uneven and everyone knows that touching your face all of the time causes bacteria to fester. 

If you have any questions please feel free to email me :) and I'd be happy to help

JPB
Naples Makeup Artist
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Naples Makeup Artist Reveals "Natural Look" Secrets

One of the most frequent questions I get asked is, how do I look natural and not "too done up?" Well there isn't one simple answer on how to do makeup for one person, there's all different looks for all different types of people, but one sure fire way to get the "natural look" you're wanting is to use these products and follow this application:

1. If you want an even skin tone try an tinted moisturizer (laura mercier primer and tinted moisturizer is AMAZING- available at local department stores for $30)

2. Smile and add a dab of blush to your cheeks for a pop of color (Try MAC springsheen or blushbaby depending on skin tone $13)

3. Pencil in brows lightly with a color that matches your hair color, you can use really any line for this application. If a pencil seems to harsh try a shadow with an angle brush of some sort.

4. Apply your mascara (Try DiorShow Iconic, one of my favorite's!! $27)

5. A touch of lip gloss for an extra glow and you're out the door! (MAC suntints have spf in them for your lips)

And that's it! You're done! Of course you always need to remember to use the proper skincare and wash, tone and moisturize before makeup application AND before bedtime. If you have any questions please feel free to email me and I'd be happy to help :).

JPB
Naples Makeup Artist
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Naples Makeup Artist Reveals Lash Grower Secrets!!

For the first time ever I've found a mascara that not only works as a primer, but is also a mascara AND lash grower in one! Dior's DIOR SHOW ICONIC mascara is a black primer that has lash growing ingredients that lengthen, condition and protect the lash.

Many mascaras just don't do their job and dry out way too quickly. Often they can make your lashes brittle and do not condition or clump the lashes way too much. Waterproof mascara is also something that you should definitely stay away from UNLESS it's a special occasion!! When it's waterproof it does not come off easily and therefore even with makeup remover there's a lot of chunks left behind on the lash for days. This clumps and breaks lashes.

I stumbled upon the dior show iconic while looking for something that did it all! I am "obsessed" so to speak with lashes. I love long, feathery flirty eyes, who doesn't? I tried almost everything and by far one of my favorite's is this mascara.

A little tip: Many experts suggest to throw out mascara every 6 months, HOWEVER, bacteria can breed much faster than that and if you think about a mascara bottle it's dark, wet and perfect for breeding. Although difficult, try and replace your mascara every 2-3 months!

If you have any questions please feel free to email me, I'd be happy to answer!

JPB
Naples Makeup Artist
email me at: jpb995@msn.com

Naples Makeup Artist Talks on How to do Makeup: Expensive makeup vs. CVS?

As a Naples makeup artist I get asked all of the time, "Isn't the cheap stuff just the same as the expensive? I keep hearing that in department stores you're just paying for the packaging!"

Well, for some products this is absolutely true. Mostly when it comes to the colored makeup (shadows, lipsticks, etc.) this is definitely true. Although some expensive lines have more pigments in their colors, drug store color can work just as well. There are some new shadows that HIP and NYC just came out with that are absolutely amazing!

HOWEVER, when it comes to skin care, foundations, bronzers, powders, etc. it ABSOLUTELY is better to go for the more expensive brand. For example, I'm sure you've all seen Garnier commercials that tell you with their new anti-wrinkle line they can get rid of 30% of your wrinkles! That's NOTHING! With proper diet and natural exfoliation you can get rid of 30% on your own... What really works are products like ELEMIS and DIOR that get rid of 80% of lines over time AND resurface the skin for more permanent affect!
Bronzers are often orangy and break easily when they are drug store ones, where as higher end ones are more of a bronze and look more natural on the skin! Same goes for foundations.

Ingredients are key when it comes to cheap vs. more expensive. In the end what price can you really put on your skin? If you have any questions feel free to email me, I love helping people and answering questions :).

JPB
Naples Makeup Artist
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Naples Makeup Artist Discusses 3 Lab skin care - CELEBRITY SECRET!

As a Naples makeup artist I get asked constantly about proper skin care and what a good line is to use. There are many great skin care lines (Elemis, Osmotics, Advanced Tech). All of these skin care lines use high end ingredients but cost more than the average drug store product. Drug store products CAN WORK, however you're not going to get the same results. Some of my clients even go as far as La Prairie which is extremely expensive and is a gamble as to whether it works or not!
The line that a lot of celebrities are using now a days is called 3 lab! 3 Lab is great for all different skin types, whether you're young and having oil and acne problems, to being middle aged and older worrying about wrinkles and dry skin. Although expensive, the product really does work and I have several clients that have given great testimonials about it!
A fellow Naples makeup artist has been using it for years and she said it saved her skin! Women in their 60's and 70's use it and always tell me how they have noticed a severe reduction in the number of wrinkles! Go to any Nordstrom and sample some before actually buying it and see the results for yourself!

JPB
Naples Makeup Artist
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Naples Makeup Artist Talks on How to do Makeup: Prom Makeup/Tips

As a Naples makeup artist I have done a TON of proms. Normally when I ask the girls what they would like, the typical look is fake lashes, colors to match the dress for shadow and a nice, glossy lip. This is a GREAT look, however there are some prom tricks you can do to make this look and others look even better!

A lot of the girls I talk to go and get their nails done before prom, and then throw in a facial and their hair, then do their makeup. This is a huge mistake. NEVER get a facial the day of prom. The rule of facials is at least 24 hours before wearing any makeup. The esthetician has thoroughly gone in and removed all of the bacteria and inflamations from your skin, causing it to become sensitive and delicate. Makeup may look good for the time being, but can also cause harsh rashes and irritation that will be apparent by morning. Get your facial the day before!

Another great tip on how to do makeup for prom is to not only match the eye makeup to your dress, but to go along with your eye and face type. This can make girls look even better than they would have had they done the blue dress with blue eye shadow.

Mix it up and try some new things for your prom. Girls are always afraid to do any type of makeup outside of their comfort zone. EVERYONE is used to seeing the way you are, shock and awe them with a brand new look! ;). If you have any questions on how to do makeup or skin care feel free to email me, as a Naples makeup artist beauty is truly my passion and I love helping women feel beautiful on the inside and out!

JPB

Naples Makeup artist

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Naples Makeup Artist Shows you How to do Makeup: Clear, smooth skin

As a Naples makeup artist, I get asked constantly about skin care. What products should I use? Are the cheap ones as good as the expensive ones? How can I eliminate bacterial build up in my makeup? As I have mentioned in my previous blog on skin care and how to do makeup, there are certain products that match certain skin types. Sometimes the cheap drug store brand is the way to go, however when you buy the expensive products you get the absolute best ingredients.

If you are someone who tends to break out or is not getting the results that you want, one of the largest steps people tend to take for granted is CLEANING YOUR BRUSHES!!! I cannot stress enough how important it is to invest in some type of brush cleaner and clean your brushes every day! Bacterial build up can happen as fast as overnight, and the next day you are applying all of that build up onto your sensitive skin.

The best routine is to:

1. Clean your brushes after every use with a brush cleanser, MAC makes a good one that is just as cheap as drug stores

2. ONCE A WEEK, shampoo your brushes with moisturizing shampoo and allow to dry. Think of the brushes as the hair on your head, you wouldn't want to dry your hair out with regular bar soap would you?

It is a step that MUST be taken and simply takes less than 5 minutes. Staying hygenic can seriously improve the look and feel of skin. If you have any questions on how to do makeup or skin care, feel free to email me!

JPB

Naples Makeup Artist

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Naples Makeup Artist Shows How to do Makeup: Basic three color shadow

As a Naples makeup artist I get asked all of the time what is the best way to do your eyes when you have a little more time. I constantly get asked how to do makeup with the three color shadow method: This involves a light shadow, medium shadow and dark shadow of the same color family. As mentioned before in the cat eye demonstration, there is a basic placement for each shadow color that makes any eye slightly pop and look more ravishing.

Let's say we're using shades of brown for a basic, prime look during the day. For example, let's take a chocolate, caramel and white shadow. Follow these steps:

1. Always use a shadow primer or skin colored cream shadow first all over the eye lid and slightly above the crease before applying shadow. This not only brings out the true colors of your shadows, but it also keeps the product fresh longer and eliminates that yucky crease look!

2. Take the caramel and place on the lid. JUST on the lid.

3. Place the white shadow just under the brow and slightly above the crease. This creates a gap between the caramel shadow on your lid and the white shadow under the brow (which is where you will place the darkest shadow, chocoloate).

4. Starting from the inside corner of the crease and blending outward, place the chocolate in the crease slightly past the outer corner of the eye.

5. Blend as needed

It's as simple as that! When I am asked how to do makeup, especially eye makeup, I tell people to practice with their specific eye shape and see what looks best for them. No eye is the same and there are different ways to do every shape. If you have any other questions on how to do makeup or simply need a Naples makeup artist, feel free to email me or follow me on twitter!

JPB
Naples Makeup Artist
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Naples Makeup Artist talks on How to do makeup: Cat Eye Makeup

As a Naples makeup artist one of the most popular requests I get from my clients is a smokey, cat eye. One of the common myths is that smokey eyes can only be done in black, however you can do a smokey eye in any color you want! Normally when doing cat eyes you use multiple colors to create the "winged out" effect. The image on the right is a classic example of three different colored BLUES used to make a smokey eye. (the image to the left is much more dramatic but can be softened in black just the same way).
First: Pick out three shadows of the same color, but different shades, one very light, one medium and one dark (such as a blue white, teal and navy).
Second: Apply medium shade (teal) from lash line to lid, BELOW crease
Third: Apply light shade underneath the brow, creating a gap between the teal on the lid and light shadow in the brow.
Fourth: With a creased shadow brush, apply darker shade in the crease and "wing out" past the normal eye line. Bring the dark shade down to go on the outer corner of the lid and connect for a "cat like" shape. (see image on right above) blend as necessary.

When asked how to do makeup I always say one specific thing: PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE! There is no eye or face shape alike so it is so important that you find a technique that works for you and practice it! If you have any questions on how to do makeup or skin care feel free to email me or follow me on twitter! I am always happy to answer any questions :).

JPB
Naples Makeup Artist
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Naples Makeup Aritst Teaches You How to do Makeup on the Go!

There are basically four essential steps for an on the go woman:

-Shadow
-Mascara
-Blush
-Gloss

I get asked constantly about how to do makeup for an "on the go" mom or basically any woman who feels like she's constantly rushed and doesn't have time for her appearance. The simple fact is that appearance and first impressions are SO important, and with this simple, four step rule of applying make up you can be ready and out the door in less than 5 minutes!

STEP ONE:

• Use a light shadow, preferably frost (matte shadows are harder to blend) and place with brush from the lid to slightly above the crease.
  Light shadows are always a good choice for daytime: they open up the eyes and make the skin appear brighter ::

STEP TWO:

• Take your favorite mascara and lightly brush two coats on top and bottom lashes

STEP THREE:

• Use Angled Blush Brush and apply from hairline forward a light but noticeable blush (peaches and bronzers work great for day)

STEP FOUR:

• Throw on a clear or tinted gloss and you're ready to go!!

Don't forget the principle of skin care before application, this applies for any makeup look. For more questions on how to do makeup you can either follow me on twitter or email me! As a Naples makeup artist, I am always happy to help women be beautiful in any way that I can :)!

JPB
Naples Makeup Artist
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Naples Makeup Artist talks on How to do Makeup: Foundation

One of the hardest concepts to grasp is the principle of foundation and how to do makeup the right way for your skin type. The most common skin types are dry, oily, normal and combination. A fellow Naples makeup artist and artist to the stars revealed her biggest secret to me for applying foundation on a job we did a few months ago: "Always use a brush, never a sponge, and choose which specific brush based on desired coverage. The harder the bristles, the fuller the coverage, the softer the bristle, the more airbrushed and light coverage look. When it comes to skin, figure out which skin type you have and prep it accordingly for foundation ALWAYS with a cleanser, toner, moisturizer and primer if needed."
After listening to her advice, I found that one of my absolute favorite brushes for foundation is the MAC 189 brush, (first brush shown) which is great for concealer and the areas needed for better coverage. My second favorite is the MAC 187 (Second shown) because it glides on foundation giving it an airbrushed look without sucking up all of your product like a sponge.
When asked how to do makeup by my clients, I always give them these helpful tips for the perfect look. :)

JPB
Naples Makeup Artist
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