Happy Sunday Everyone!!!!  We are super excited about today..........  tonight's edition of 'Beauty Talk' features our guest & friend David Klasfeld of OCC Cosmetics.  It's been awhile (a couple of years) since David has been on the show but we are extremely happy to have him tonight.  If you are a fan of the infamous OCC lip tars and the new and fabulous concealors, then please consider joining us tonight at 9pm EST for 'BeautyTalk with David Klasfeld' on Blog Talk Radio'.  While you are there, join us in the Beauty Lounge (chat room) where you can connect with new and old friends, learn about the latest products, websites, etc and asks questions of our guest.  And before I forget, if you don't have access to the internet, you can still join us by dialing 914-803-4399 and listen to the show.  If you have a question or would like to speak to our guest, then simply dial 1 once connected.  We will speak to you all tonight!!!

31 Days Of Beauty

31 Days Of Beauty

October is such a wonderful month here at Illusions Beauty (www.illusionsbeauty.com).  It's Denise & Janice's birthday month as well as the month that the nation brings awareness to the fight against Breast Cancer.  During the month of October, we would love to offer our customers special discounts and deals to show our appreciation for your support.  We would also like to use this time to give back and help support the fight against breast cancer.  Look out for special deals where YOU can support the cause.

Oct 1 - Make ANY purchase at www.illusionsbeauty.com and receive FREE shipping.

Oct 2 - Purchase Soft Rose Eye dust and receive 15% off of entire purchase at www.illusionsbeauty.com

Oct 3 -Buy 2 or more of the following glosses & receive 10% off : Carmen, Malika, Meagan & Khloe

Oct 4 - You asked for it again...here it goes...Buy 2 or more of the following glosses & receive 10% off: Carmen, malika, Meagan, and Khloe

Oct 5 - Take 30% off of all orders over $50 at www.illusionsbeauty.com

Oct 6  - Buy 2 lip pencils and receive 1 for FREE.

Oct 7 - FREE Shipping Friday at www.illusionsbeauty.com

Oct 8 - Take 15% off of any lipstick.  Our suggestion: Pink champagne

Oct 9 - Choose your own sale.  During today's deal, take advantage of any deal from Oct 3rd - Oct 8th.  Email us with which deal you would like to use when ordering. (illusionsbeauty@gmail.com)

Beating the Summer Heat

Having fun yet?  We are well into the middle of Summer and the hot temperatures are holding steady.  Here are a few tips to keep your makeup/makeup look in place:

1) Use less foundation or don't wear any at all
2) Try bronzer instead of eyeshadow and blush
3) Treat yourself to lash extensions (Extreme, Nova, etc) instead of wearing mascara
4) If you wear a foundation, try using a primer.  It will help to keep the foundation on longer
5) Wear a lip balm (Rosebud, Kiehl's, etc.) instead of lip gloss or lipstick

If you want to add more to this list, please leave your comments.  For more beauty tips, follow Illusions Beauty on Twitter. (@illusionsbeauty)

Beauty Tip Of The Week

Beauty Tip Of The Week

Maintaining a well groomed eyebrow will add definition to the face.

Beauty Tip Of The Week

Beauty Tip of The Week

When applying eyeliner, remember to consider the shape and size of the eye.

Beauty Tip

Be true  to who YOU are!  Define what 'Beauty Is to You' and 'wear' that!

Beauty Tip of The Week

The best way to wear a BOLD lip is to wear it with a simple makeup look (mascara, liner, and a hint of blush).
Be Beautiful & Blessed!
Illusions Cosmetics

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Beauty Talk Recap - Australian Makeup Artist Rae Morris

Last week on Beauty Talk... The Blog Talk Radio Show, we had the pleasure of interviewing Rae Morris.  Rae Morris is a top makeup artist in Australia as well as the States.  Here is a list of some of Rae's 'Must Have' products.
Tweezers (no particular brand)
Lip gloss
Eyelash curler
Liquid luminizers
Sunscreen
Take note, and pack your kits accordingly. :-)

For more info on Rae Morris, check out her website: www.raemorris.com

Beauty Tip

 

 
After attending The 2010 Bronner Brothers Beauty (Hair) Show in Atlanta, GA this past weekend, I was inspired to GROW.  Inspiration is all around us.  We must take the first step.
I took the first step and attended Danessa Myricks' Contouring class.  Although I think that I know alot when it comes to makeup, I know that I don't know it all.  It's always inspiring when you learn from others.  Because of what I learned this past week end, I encourage you all to....

TIP:
Try something new.  Don't get stuck in your normal routine.  If you are used to applying the same makeup look, buy some new products and change it up.
If you are looking for ways to change up your look, check out a few of Danessa's videos.  If they don't inspire you, I don't know what will.

Until next time,
Be Beautiful & Blessed!

-Denise

Creative Eye Contest Winner

Creative Eye Giveaway
Congratulations to our Creative Eye Contest winner Cynthia Jones of C Jones Designs.  Cynthia is a makeup artist in the Maryland/DC area.  Cynthia will receive a lustre lip gloss, 2 eye dusts from Illusions Cosmetics, a lip tar from OCC Cosmetics, a loose pigment from NYX Cosmetics, and 2 Makeup dvds from Danessa Myricks.  Please join us in congratulating Cynthia. She will use her new products to create a NEW creative eye look to be featured on this blog.  Check Cynthia out on Twitter (@cjonesdesigns).

Beauty Tip

TIP:
When you want  groomed eyebrows but you don't want to fill them in with color, try using a clear brow wax or brow mascara.  This will grrom them and hold them in place.

For more tips and advice, follow us on TWITTER

Beauty Talk on Blog Talk Radio

Join us on Thursday, June 3, 2010 at 9pm EST/6pm PST for Beauty Talk.  Our guest will be The Queen of Blending.  Come and find out how Lauren creates her fabulous eye looks, what products she uses, and what she has been up to.   Join us by going to www.blogtalkradio.com/illusions-cosmetics or by calling 914.803.4399.  This promises to be a popular show.  If you have questions, please email them early to info@illusionsbeauty.com.

Beauty Tip Of The Week

Beauty Tip of The Week

TIP:
You can reduce the appearance of 'bags' (swelling) under the eyes with ANYTHING cool.

Ex: Cucumbers, ice packs, cool eye pads, etc.

For more Beauty Tips, follow us on TWITTER.

Beauty Trend - Color

The latest beauty trend in color cosmetics is just that....Color!!! More and more cosmetics lines are featuring their products with bright colors like orange, yellow, gold, green, and blue. Our focus today is on the color Blue.

Suggestions of Illusions Products:

1) Sky Blue Eyedust

2) Mysterious Eyedust (dark blue)

3) Black on Blue eye pencil

Suggestions On How To Wear:

1) Sky blue eyedust on the lid

2) Mysterious in the crease

3) Black on Blue eye pencil on the lower eyelid

4) Steel or Black gel eyeliner on upper lid (fine line close to the lashes)

5) Lots of black mascara

Tip:

Wear color wisely!!! Always apply the color in layers so that you are not using too much at one time.