Beauty Talk .... The Blog Talk Radio Show

Welcome to November!!!  Holiday season is upon us and schedules are definitely changing.  Speaking of schedule changes, Beauty Talk will move temporarily from Thursday nights to Mondays just during the month of November.  If you are not able to join us live, just check out the archived shows.  Beauty Talk will take place on November 1st, 8th, and 15th.  We WILL NOT have a show the week of Thanksgiving.  We will resume our normal Thursday night schedule on December 2, 2010.  Join us!!!

Tomorrow's guest is Marietta Carter-Narcisse.  We will discuss 'The Business of Makeup Artistry'. 

The call in number for the show is 914.803.4399.  www.blogtalkradio.com/beautytalkwithillusions

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 Talk & Susan G Komen For the Cure

 Help us in the fight against Breast Cancer.  Join Illusions Beauty as we raise money in honor of our Aunt Ann Jones who died of breast cancer in March 2002.   For every view of Episode 2 of Beauty Talk ...The Webseries during the month of Oct, we will donate $1 to Susan G Komen for The Cure.    Please watch and tell your friends.  Thanks You!
Yours In Beauty,

Denise & Janice

Hair Goodies

 
 
Its not that often that I have the time to review products anymore. But when I do, I always enjoy it.  The latest products that I reviewed were: 1) AMIKA Obliphica Oil (Sea Buckthorn Berry) Pure oil and 2) A SEDU Revolution Professional Nano Tourmaline Ionic Styling Iron.
I gave myself quite a bit of time to try these products, especially the oil.  I wanted to see how my hair would react to the oil in different temperatures and with different hairstyles.  I found the oil to be very light.  Only a drop was necessary to give my hair the moisture and the shine that it needed. And it smells LOVELY!

To top this review off, I not only used the Obliphica oil to give my hair moisture and shine, but also to protect it from heat from my straightening and styling irons.  The best styling iron on the market, in my opinion, is the Sedu Revolution Professional Nano Tourmaline Ionic Styling Iron.  It's simply AMAZING!!  This iron's temperature adjusts all the way to 450 degrees (too hot for most hair types,so be careful).  Because this iron gets really hot, its best that you use at a lower temperature.  If more than 400 degrees is needed consult your hairstylist. Styling with this iron can be really fun.  Because I have layers in my hair, I enjoy flipping it.  But its great for straight and curly looks as well.
During my recent visit to the hair salon, I asked my stylist to use the oil and iron on my hair.  She loved it so much, it was easy for me to convince her to try the temperature setting on 450.  She advised me not to use the iron at 450 at home, but she agreed that  my hair could handle it as long as she was styling it herself.  I fell in love with the results and all of the stylist in the salon fell in love with my iron.  They all wanted to know where they could get one.  I simply told them, "www.folica.com".
-DT


*Disclaimer: All products were received for free.  This review is solely for the purpose of expressing my views and personal opinions of the above listed products.  Purchase and use at your own risk.

Beauty Breakdown #1

Beauty Breakdown:

Before

After

Photography by Richard DuCree

Welcome to a new segment of Beauty Talk With Illusions.  In response to your emails and questions about some of the products that we use, we decided to give you all a breakdown here on our blog.  If you have any questions, feel free to send them to illusionsbeauty@gmail.com.

Foundation - Foundation stick  IC 4
Concealor  -  Foundation stick IC 3
Powder -  Golden
Blush - Hibiscus on cheekbone & Mauvelous on the apples
Eye liner - Black gel  liner & jet black pencil
Eye shadow - Delight all over eye, Graphite on lid, Odyssey on outer corner and in the crease.
Lips - Matador Red

All products from Illusions Cosmetics (www.illusionsbeauty.com)

Beauty Talk ....The Web Series - Episode 2

Beauty Talk .... The Webseries premieres it's second episode on Youtube.  In this episode, we interview the owner of the All About Face Academy, Celebrity Makeup Artist, Nakeah Fuller.  Take a look and leave us your comments about the show and what you would like to see in future episodes as well as future seasons. 

Make sure you go out and take check it out a few times.  We will have another giveaway, and it will be a little trickier than Episode 1's giveaway.  Join the fun and be sure to tell your family and friends about Beauty Talk.

Beauty Talk, The Web Series Give-a-way

So we promised a give-a-way. The first two people who can tell us what three hair products Larry Sims uses at Salon Sims in Hollywood, will recieve a wonderful gift of beauty products. As you know, Larry is a Celebrity Hair Stylist and he is featured in Episode 1 of Beauty Talk, The Web Series. Please send your responses to illusionsbeauty@hotmail.com. The contest ends 9/30/10. Good Luck!

www.youtube.com/illusionscosmetics  If you need to go back and take another look...

Beauty In Film...

Last weekend I was in NYC for the Urban World Film Festival, and I had the pleasure of doing makeup for two of the actresses and the  director of  "I Will Follow".  It was a beautiful time... Of course being in NYC is great all on its own. But it was great to do makeup on three different women who played different parts/roles in the making of this beautiful film. Ava DuVernay, the writer, director , and producer of this great film was great to work with. She was asking for a quick 10 minute makeup because she was busy trying to organize the red carpet for the screening of the film that night as well as she wanted to make sure that the two actresses had plenty of time to get pretty for the night. Love that! This is Ava's first film. Then there was Michole White, a vetern actress who has a phenominal performance in the movie. She was going for a natural look for the night for the screening. And I loved the red dress that she was wearing. And then there was Salli...Salli Richardson-Whitfield. Salli was going for a glamourous look. And she should have, she is the star of the show. This is Salli's first leading role in a film, so this was a special night for her as well. Salli did her own brows before I arrived at her hotel room because she is very particular about her them. We all have our one thing that we like to do on our own when having our makeup done. For me, its normally brows as well and sometimes liner. When it was all over, everyone looked very beautiful.  I missed the red carpet, but arrived in time for the screening.  Boy was I in for a treat.  What a wonderful film. Here is my review on the "I Will Follow" Facebook fan page: " What a "breath of fresh air"! I Will Follow is a beautiful movie in so many ways. A well written script of a story told from the heart. Actually, the best film I've seen all year. I connected wth the story and the characters right away. I love indie films and indie filmmakers and Ava's passion for what she does is truly evident in the outcome of her efforts in making this great work. So inspiring!!! I can't wait to see I WIll Follow in theatres soon."---Janice T.

Beauty Talk on Blog Talk Radio - Thurs, Sept 16, 2010

Beauty Talk

Join us for Beauty Talk on Blogtalk Radio tonight, September 16, 2010 at 9pm EST.  Our guest will be Celebrity Manicurist Melissa Bozant.  Join us for the latest trends and maintenance tips in nail care.  You can listen to the show by going to www.blogtalkradio.com/beautytalkwithillusions. 

Beauty Tip

TIP:

When applying false eyelashes, be careful of your placement of the lash.

1) Do NOT apply the lash on the very end of the lash line.  It will pull the eye down and cause drooping of the eye.

Wrong lash placement

2) DO leave 3-4 lash hairs available on the outer ends of the eye and then apply the false lash.  This will instantly pull the eye up making it appear wider and brighter.

Proper Placement

 

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Beauty Tip

Beauty Tip:
Most women when having their makeup applied or when they apply their own, often ask the question, "Do I apply foundation first or concealer first?"  To be honest with you, their really isn't a right or wrong answer to that question.  You honestly need to see what works best for you.
One tip for applying concealer is to apply your foundation first.  At this point, you can see if the foundation is enough cover up.  If not, then apply your concealer.

* Try Illusions Cosmetics stick foundations as foundation and concealer for only $18.  For more info, check out Illusions Beauty.
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Crystal Wright LIVE

 Hey Everybody!!  We had a wonderful show tonight with Crystal Wright.  Did you learn anything??  I know I did!  Crystal would like to give away a $250 gift certificate to the 1st person who can answer the following questions correctly:

1) How many test shots should an artist have in their book before showing it to agencies for representation?

2) What is the minimum number of times you should connect with a person before deciding that they MAY not be a prospect?

3) What is the name of the business form that should be used to confirm the terms and conditions under which you will work on a job?

4) What is the standard commission charged by agencies that represent makeup hair and fashion stylists?

5) Besides the photographs in your book, what is the most important thing that should be included?

The answers to these questions are in The Hair, Makeup & Styling Career Guide.  If you dont have one, ask someone to help you.  Remember, the winner is the 1st person to answer all of the questions correctly.

Info on Crystal's classes and books are located at Crystal Wright Live.

'Old School' Beauty Tips

If you listen to Beauty Talk, our online radio show, then you will understand the tittle of this blog entry.  On the show last Thursday we had a panel discussion consisting of  Denise Tunnell, Janice Tunnell, Felicia Walker Benson, Frances Willaims, and Jennifer James.  We discussed a little bit of this and a little bit of that.  To hear the show, check out Beauty Talk on Blog Talk Radio.  From the show came the title that some of us proudly wear, 'Old School'.  This term referred to the techniques that we use to apply makeup.  Today, I wanted to share with you a few 'old school beauty tips'.  If you have some of your own, please share.

'Old School Beauty Tips':
1) Applying loose powder under the eyes to catch eye shadow fallout
2) Applying foundation first and then applying shadow to the eyes
3) Using only cream foundation for a flawless full coverage base
4) Setting foundation with loose powder and a powder puff (no brushes)
5) Highlighting and contouring with every look.
6) Highlighting using a bright yellow cream concealer
Someone please stop me because I can go on and on with this topic.  You don't want me to start in on the dark brown lip liner, so I will stop here.  If you have tips of your own, please leave in the comments.  We will read them in the Beauty Lounge of this weeks Beauty Talk.  Until next time, Be Beautiful & Blessed!!

-DT

Beauty Talk.... The Web Series Episode 1

  
Finally!!!  The first episode of  Beauty Talk ... The Web Series is up and available for you to watch.  In this episode, we interviewed Celebrity Hairstylist Larry Sims of Salon Sims.  So, sit back, relax, and enjoy! Thank You and we appreciate your support.

'Making Up' with Danessa Myricks

For those who know me, you know that I love a good book (especially Thrillers & Murder Mysteries).  I also love a good dvd  (movies, live performances, or instructional dvds).  Because of my love for good books and dvds, I now have book shelves filled with some of my favorites.  I've recently added all of Danessa Myricks' dvds to my collection.

Danessa has become 'the Master of Makeup education'.  She started her collection back in 2004 and now has a collection of 10 + dvds.  Her education materials are made for everyone on every level of makeup.

She breaks down her instructions so that they are simple and easy to follow.  What I like most about Danessa's makeup videos is that you only see Danessa's hands and a close up on the model's face.  When you think about it, that's all we really need to see.  Danessa keeps the focus off of her and her 'celebrity' (status ).  Its not about a celebrity makeup artist instructing you on how to do makeup.  Its one artist to the other.  An artist teaching other artists on all levels what she has learned.  And to top it all off, SHE DOESN'T HOLD BACK.  There are no secrets with Danessa.  She teaches you everything that she knows.  

All of Danessa's videos (especially the last 2) are based on some core concepts that we can use to do any makeup.  Those concepts are as follows:

1) Any area of the face that is shaded lighter than areas surrounding it, will appear larger and more pronounced.

2) Any area of the face that is shaded darker than the others will appear smaller, more recessed, and more camouflaged.

3) Any area of the face where reflective makeup textures are applied, will multiply in size and will become most prominent.

4) Makeup is all about contrast.  The more contrast you create, the more dramatic the outcome will be.

These concepts were used through out "Mastering the Art of Effective & Creative Contouring' and 'Fundamental Beauty'.  I loved these two dvds for the simple fact that they taught basic makeup looks that could be used in weddings, television, and editorial shoots.  Danessa explains that a big portion of a makeup artist's income would come from applying makeup for these basic looks.  I agree with that.  When was the last time you saw an Allure Magazine cover where the actress was wearing glitter on the eyes with feather eyelashes?  You haven't!!  Magazines aren't requiring that type of work.  At least, the popular fashion/beauty magazines aren't requiring those types of  looks. 

Danessa used the four core concepts to teach how to achieve the desired oval face shape by using contouring techniques.  The last two dvds are great for makeup artist, but if you are a 'newbie' or a non makeup artist, this is the best instruction that you will receive to explain contouring methods.  

Take a look at whats going on out in the makeup education world.  Everyone is teaching classes on 'Contouring'.  I'm not sure of their reasons for teaching this concept, but it is definitely needed.  Go to I Make You Beautiful and buy these wonderful dvds.  You will not regret it.  Danessa is a beautiful woman (on the inside and out) who only wants to share her knowledge.  She is truly a 'gem' in the Beauty industry.

-DT

Beauty Tip:

TIP:
For a new take on Smokey Eyes this FALL, lighten up!  Use medium toned eye shadow colors for your smokey eye.  For some options of colors try Illusions Beauty.

The Blackberry Meets Beauty Talk

For those of you who know me well, you know that I am a Blackberry Geek.  When I discovered back in April of this year that RIM (creaters of Blackberry) were coming out with a new touchscreen Blackberry with a qwerty keyboard, I was super excited.  I couldn't wait for it to come to AT & T.  It was rumored to make its appearance in June, but August 12th was the BIG day.  I can honestly tell you that it was worth the wait.  Here are a few specs on the fabulous smartphone:
* 5 mp camera
* Tehered modem
* Media player
* GPS
* Social Feeds
* OS 6.0
* 3.2 HVGA + touchscreen (480x360)
* Full slider qwerty keyboard
For more details on the Torch, visit your local AT&T store or the website for the TORCH

Ok, so now you are wondering what the Blackberry Torch has to do with Beauty Talk, right?
Last week in all of my Torch excitement, per the request of existing Beauty Talk followers and new followers who were Blackberry owners, we started a Blackberry Messenger (Instant messaging) group for live chat during the show.  This group proved to be very successful oin its 1st  full week.  We have 17 members as of now.  The maximum number of members that the group can have is 30.  If interested in becoming a member of  The Beauty Talk Beauties BBM group, please email your pin # to illusionsbeauty@gmail.com.
-DT

Beauty Talk

FYI

Beauty Talk has a new location.  If you are reading this blog post, then you know that this blog is located at www.beautytalkwithillusions.blogpost.com.  Our online radio show, Beauty Talk is now located at www.blogtalkradio.com/beautytalkwithillusions.  Please join us each week for breauty tips, beauty advice and great conversation.

Celebrity MUA JK Hunter & Let's Make-Up

  
 JK Hunter,  Celebrity Makeup Artist and Master Instructor is professionally trained  with over 17 years as a Makeup & Airbrush Artist, Hair Stylist and Barber for Film, Award Shows, Theatre, TV, Photography, Bridal/Weddings, Special Events, CD Covers, Commercials, Music Videos, Editorials, Internet/Website Projects, Industrials, Print for Advertising, Billboards, Runway/Fashion Shows, Bridal/Weddings and Special Events....
MAKEUP 101 - `````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````an  is an extensive makeup class to teach professional quality make-up application to: individuals, business women, students, pageant contestants, models, actors and the like. In a few hours you will go from confused to confident, from blah to... FAB! From...How should I look? To… I LOOK GREAT! In this three hour detailed makeup technique class, we will discuss basic skin care, using the correct tools, the step by step process for a flawless face, then answer and discuss every question. You will leave understanding exactly how to accomplish the personal or business look you have always wanted.
Following the astounding SUCCESS of our first 3 sessions of, "Lets Make-Up 101", we are please to announce the Let's MakeUp Series featuring celebrity makeup artist and master instructor, JK Hunter.  Starting with Session 4: CONTOURING. This 3 hr session will specifically examine how to execute highlighting and shading techniques - when to use it and when it's not appropriate followed by an Q & A session. You will leave understanding exactly how to accomplish the personal or business look you have always wanted.
Venue: The Hotel Preston
(Create Conference Room)
733 Briley Parkway
Nashville, TN 37217

Date:  Saturday, August 28, 2010
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Cost: $75 registration fee to attend class- Space is limited. This class will fill quickly!
*Special Rate to Returning Class participants (Limited)
ALSO, NOW OFFERING a MASTER CLASS PACKAGE... which includes: Contouring (8/28), Eyes/Brows and Lashes (9/25) and The Look: Holiday 2K10 (12/4) all 3 Sessions for $200. (a total savings of $25)

REGISTRATION: BEGINS TODAY...RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN ADVANCE!!
*Prices subject to change
**Model(s) will be selected from first 10 PAID REGISTRANTS...:-)


*CASH ONLY* accepted at the door...This is rain or shine event. There will be NO refunds. VISA, MC, AMEX payments made at the door are subject to a surcharge.

Event Professionally Managed by: Mahogany Event Planning, 615-473-5024 and Urbane Imagery PR Consultancy
Contact e-mail: event@mahoganyevent.com
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JK Hunter, Mahogany Event Planning, Urbane Imagery, 5-29 Graphics, Crystal Sprinngs Water and Hotel Preston...
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 Buy any 2 Lustre Lip glosses and get an 'Anne' (Breast Cancer Awareness product) lip gloss or lipstick (your choice) for FREE.

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