Here is a sneak peak at our new Motives for Lala Lip Shines. Aren’t they FIERCE!! The Black and Brown beauties of the world can now anticipate 7 lipsticks, two eyeliners, 2 mascaras, 5 eye shadows, 12 lip shines, 6 blushes and 1 foundation quad that will pander to our varying complexions! The mineral-based products also cater to various skin types, from oily to extremely dry. Available in 2 weeks!!!

I love this video because she is speaking my language in layering different textures and highlighting and contouring the face but having your blush be the focal point. I have always applied my makeup like this!!! luv!!!

This information was taken from the official limecrime website:

Lime Crime’s long-anticipated foray into the realm of pressed eyeshadow begins with Chinadoll. Brought to life by indie style icon Hanna Beth, this collection is not for the faint of heart with shades of flame red, sky blue, sparkling gold, deep jade and jet black bursting forth. True to Lime Crime tradition, each eyeshadow is lavishly-pigmented, creamy in texture and provides superior coverage and blendability to satisfy even the pickiest eyeshadow lover. The five hues come encased in a deluxe purple tin.

Fly Dragon Fly – fiery red [matte]
Parasol – sky blue [matte]
Goldfish – bright gold [metallic]
Jade-o-Lade – rich jade [matte]
Lotus Noir – deepest black [matte]

Vegan & Cruelty-Free. Retails for $34.99. Net wt. 5 x 1.3 g. Chinadoll will be a permanent addition to the line. Available starting February 15 via www.limecrimemakeup.com.

As apart of their Spring 2012 colection smashbox has strayed away from the white on black they are known for and did a more subtle and dainty like marketing approach for their collection. The set includes 8 shadows that are sure a makeup artist dream. Smashbox is known for their high quality products so there should be a abundance of blending going on with this palette. The set is priced at $44.

This set contains:
- 8 x eye shadows in Bliss (matte beige), Rosewater (pink sheen), Opal (opalescent sheen), Mist (shimmering silver mauve), Adobe (matte warm light brown), Champagne (shimmering peach beige), Pebble (matte neutral brown), Lilac (soft lilac sheen)

**Smashbox Be Discovered Spring 2012 collection also comes with new cream cheek trios, a jet set eyeliner and brush, and ultra luxe lipsticks**

Exerpt from her blog: http://mariaortegamakeup.blogspot.com/p/about-me.html

“Maria Ortega is a self taught, freelance makeup artist based in NYC. Originally from California, Maria moved to New York to pursue her dream of becoming an established makeup artist. From a young age, Maria developed love for color, painting and makeup. Her inspiration is her mother whom she observed in awe as a child as she applied makeup and owes her love for makeup to her mother.

Although Maria has no formal training in makeup or hair, she has worked in almost all facets of makeup. She has done makeup for numerous brides, fashion shows, special events and is constantly working with agency represented models and professional fashion photographers. Besides doing traditional makeup Maria also offers airbrush makeup application and feels more than comfortable working with men and women of all skin tones, types, colors and ethnic backgrounds.

Maria’s icons in makeup are her mother and the late, Kevyn Aucoin.”

Here are a few of Maria’s works:

Amber Rose is branching out into the music world and we’re excited to announce we’ll be Exclusively premiering her first single! The highly anticipated song is called Fame and features her boyfriend, Grammy nominated Wiz Khalifa on the track. Check back with us this Tuesday, January 10th at 9AM EST as we release Amber’s first (and hopefully not last) music single. We can’t wait to share it with you all! Remember…. Tuesday, January 10, at 9AM EST. Ch-ch-check it out! (Perez Hilton)

“I’m so excited to release my first song… It’s CRAZY! Working with Wiz is a dream come true; I am fortunate to have his support. This is a very personal song to me that I wanted to record for my fans. I want people to see the world from my eyes, you know, from BEHIND MY SHADES! It’s my interpretation of what it means to be “FAMOUS,” which is not something superficial but instead being self-confident and happy with who you are. You can feel famous everyday if you believe in yourself! (Perez Hilton)

“I showed Wiz some things I’d written down and he really encouraged me to pursue it,” she admits almost shyly. “I’m taking this really seriously – I even quit smoking just so I could improve my voice.” Her features tighten momentarily then relax with a careless shrug. “I already know when the first single drops the haters will have their own opinions, but my fans (almost 900,000 strong on Twitter who she refers to as her “rosebuds” and “rosestuds”) will be there for me.” (Style Caster)

Official 2012 FAMD Ad Campaign Image

Credits

Photography: Roy Cox
Hair: Steven Thomas-McKenney
Makeup: Chandler Smith
Wardrobe: Corjor International
Model: Dee, KIS Agency
Production: Lana Rae

Here are some behind the scene pics of the shoot!

Happy Holidays!! For the season Im having a holiday special on full makeup transformation!! Including lashes for only $50!! If your in the dmv area and would like to book me go to http://www.styleseat.com/bradica to book me or visit my business page on facebook at http://www.facebook.com/bradica1188

Before you know it spring will be here and you probably will still stuck with your plums and browns from winter. So before that happens check out Lime Crime Cosmetics and their lip collection. I love how they have an array of pastel colors great for a fresh spring look. You can purchase their collection and many more other products at http://www.limecrimemakeup.com

Along with being along side Ricky Martin for the 2012 viva la glam launch campaign and launching her own clothing line in 2012, Ms Minaj is also adding her own OPI collection to the mix. The names of the liquors are cutely named after her “My Pink Friday” songs, such as Super bass Shatter and Metallic for Life!”. The line will be available in 2012.