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November 18, 2016November 18, 2016

The Ladies Of Ridgefield CT Take New York

Last night at Whip Salon it was a girls night out feeling. We had a group of Ridgefield ladies book the salon for both hair & makeup. They were attending The Fresh Air Fund’s Fall Benefit at Pier 60, Chelsea Piers in New York. It was definitely a glam evening of fabulous fashion, bling jewelry & lots of sexy shoes. Here’s a peek inside of the Ridgefield women getting ready for a night out on the town to the big apple.

Wendy has become my muse…she let’s me do fun makeup looks on her.

I had so much fun with Linda. She always wanted a smokey makeup look so I gave her a soft smokey eye. By New Year’s she will be ready for one of my glamxurious looks.

Suzanne Suzanne Suzanne…she needs her own TV show #LUV

If you don’t know this FAB woman then you been living under a rock. Amy Pal is Ridgefield finest & the owner of Whip Salon.

#EVERYTHING

Amy & Suzanne

Amy & Brenda

Have Fun Ladies!!!!

This is how Whip Salon Makeup Creative Director ends her evening!!!!!

November 12, 2016November 12, 2016

Fun Day At Work With The Mannequin Challenge

Today was so much fun at work as we attempt to try the Mannequin Challenge. It’s a lot of work trying to get everyone to stand still. We could not stop laughing, moving, and blinking. We decided this will be a practice run in later go all out once we get my girl Amy, the marketing genius involved. Johnny and I came up with this idea 💡 to get all the staff including some of our clients in the next one. The only client in the one we did today is Maria Reyes, she was so excited about getting in the one we did today. Take a look but understand the next one with be HOTTTT!!

November 11, 2016November 24, 2016

How Do You Unwind After A Long Day

This is how this grown woman is about to enjoy her evening. #happinessinmylife

November 10, 2016November 23, 2016

Oribe Gives Me Sexy Hair Everytime

Most of you know that makeup brings me happiness, but hair is another obsession for me. When I’m on set, at fashion shows & photo shoots in New York many of the talented hair stylists use Oribe. That’s how I fell in love with Oribe, their signature scent would fill the room like no other. The signature scent Cote d’Azur, will awakens you with hints of citrus-soaked Italian bergamot, pink lemons, white peach, cassis and muguet, balanced with Aomori apples and leafy greens. Cedarwood, white amber and musk lend their soft woody notes, while Cuba’s national flower, la mariposa blanca, creates a sensual and invigorating experience throughout the day.

Two of my New York ladies, my client Zulema Arroyo-Farley, Founder & Executive Director of Artz Cure Sarcoma & Founder/Hair Stylist of Dry & Dash Mia Orzo luv Oribe hair products just as much as myself. Whenever we are on set together Oribe is always being used. Oribe is a luxury hair products that gives anyone who uses it GREAT HAIR! The genius (Daniel Kaner, Oribe Canales & Tev Finger) behind the brand really understand women. They understand how important hair is to us women. So I treated my hair to everything I was able to put in my hair. The Gold Lust Collection gives the hair so much brilliance and shine, see for yourself. To me, if you treat your hair to a great piece of jewelry, shoes, & handbag but not luxury hair products then your not complete.

November 4, 2016November 26, 2016

What’s In Your Makeup Bag

Today my first “What’s In Your Makeup Bag” at Whip Salon was with Amy Conciatori Colamaria. She came in with her basket full of makeup & makeup brushes! Amy had some goodies, I was impressed. After going through her makeup bag we threw out some old things and I taught Amy how to use the products that she had by applying a full makeup application on her. I gave her lots of tips & tricks for her to use when she’s home doing her own makeup. What a fun 1 hour spent with Amy. She’s awesome luv her energy/personality. Lots of Prosecco & laughter within that hour that I had a blast with her. Through the laughter Amy managed to write down a lot of the customize tips that I gave her for her under eyes challenge. I can’t wait to hear the feedback when Amy return to see if she walked away with learning at least 3 things.

Thanks Amy for booking an appointment with me, you are a GREAT STUDENT!

November 1, 2016November 1, 2016

How A Makeup Artist & Beauty Blogger Spend A Day At A Makeup Showroom

I always feel at home whenever I’m invited over to Absolute New York showroom. I’m a big fan of their makeup, using it almost on every assignment that I work. I luv how highly pigmented the makeup is. They photographed really well whenever I use on photo shoots, for TV assignments regardless if it’s HD or not and I always use their makeup at fashion shows. When Alex reached out to me I knew it had to be something cool because he never disappoint, check out the last video.

Just a small view of the showroom.

Annya came out to support me, so glad to have her.

I placed a little of Absolute New York liquid illuminator in After Glow on my face, do you like?

Since my last visit Absolute New York has launched so many new items that Alex told me to go to town. A dream day for any Makeup Artist & Beauty Blogger.

Another dream moment….to get asked to do a makeup video using new products and brushes that have not hit the shelves yet.

October 30, 2016

Learn From A Celebrity Makeup Artist How To Create A Smokey Eye

celebrity-makeup-artist-brandy-gomez-duplessis-and-kerry-washington-at-sundance-film-fest Learn how to create the “Smokey Eye” look this Thursday, Nov 3rd at 7pm at Whip Salon in our AFTER HOURS MASTER CLASS with Brandy. Whip Salon’s Makeup Creative Director & Celebrity Makeup Artist Brandy Gomez-Duplessis is now holding tutorials the first Thursday of each month at 7pm to help you master various makeup styles while you relax with friends. Upcoming concepts include:

Thurs, Nov 3rd – Smokey Eye
Thurs, Dec 1st – Holiday Glam
Thurs, Jan 5th – “No-Makeup” Makeup – Achieving the natural look

What’s included:
– A tutorial from celebrity makeup artist Brandy – learn to master these looks of the moment
– Bring your own makeup bag, we’ll provide a mirror and face chart – you will learn to create your look with Brandy’s guidance
– 2 complimentary drinks
– 10% off any Jane Iredale products on the night of the event

$50pp, space is limited. Email info@whipsalon.com or call 203.442.6444 to book. Must pay in advance and be over 21 to attend.

Whip Salon – #cutscolorsblowydrysmakeup #open7days

203.442.6444

23 Governor Street next to Bissell Pharmacy in Ridgefield

October 25, 2016October 25, 2016

Another Fun & Sucessful Beauty Blueprint Makeup Class

Today was another fun full day of Beauty Blueprint Consulting, working with makeup artists Annya & Daisy, lifestyle blogger Ilse, and actress Danielle. Today criteria we focused on new pictures and their artistry…bold, natural, & a wet makeup look.

A lot of people go to makeup & hair schools, but nobody teaches them how to actually work the business side. Being a freelancer is not easy it can be overwhelming. I hear from talents that they really luv the beauty industry but don’t want to just leave their day job because of fear of not being successful. My 20 plus years in the industry allows you to get work. Each person package is customize to fit their needs especially if you live out the Connecticut/ New York area. Skype is another way for me to help someone who lives miles away. If you know someone who want to pick my brain tell them about Beauty Blueprint Consulting.

So while the girls were setting up I had to sneak in a selfie

My diva lifestyle blogger Ilse wasn’t makeup ready so I’m hiding her face

I luv using L’OREAL Paris Elnett & Absolute HOT hair tools & products on set.

I’m trying to do Ilse hair but in the process she was feeling the song so she gave us a concert. I bet you didn’t know she had some rapping skills.

Back to doing hair using Absolute HOT hair tools

After a few hours of working hard it was time to feed my students. Bubbly is always a treat!

Back to work ladies…Annya is giving actress Danielle a new look for her book.

I wish I had the video camera rollin when Annya nailed putting the lashes on effortlessly

I’m in my zone thinking about something as I finished putting lipstick on

Now it’s time to start taking pics…great job Daisy!

I luv that my students are passionate …who said SCHOOL SUCKS

October 25, 2016October 25, 2016

MAKEUP AFTER HOURS MASTER CLASS with BRANDY

Join Whip Salon’s Makeup Creative Director & Celebrity Makeup Artist Brandy Gomez-Duplessis the first Thursday of each month at 7pm and learn a different makeup style, relax with your friends and look and feel fabulous! Upcoming concepts that you can master include:

Nov 3rd – Smokey Eye –
Dec 1st – Holiday Glam
Jan 5th – “No-Makeup” Makeup – Achieving the natural look

What’s included:
– A tutorial from celebrity makeup artist Brandy – learn to master these looks of the moment
– Bring your own makeup bag, we’ll provide a mirror, you will learn to create your look with Brandy’s guidance
– 2 complimentary drinks
– 10% off any Jane Iredale products on the night of the event

$50pp, space is limited. Email info@whipsalon.com or call 203.442.6444 to book. Must pay in advance and be over 21 to attend.

October 22, 2016October 25, 2016

Whip Salon Launch Party Was A Glamxurious Evening

I was so excited about today, being completely booked with makeup applications at Whip Salon and having my friend Annya (makeup artist) with me was everything. Can you believe she cut all her beautiful curls?

My first client of the day was Mrs Rosanne, luv her! She came by on Friday to see me to talk about the makeup look she wanted for today. She gave me permission to give her a strong eye with lashes. My kind of lady…here are all of the Jane Iredale products I used on her. The lashes that I selected was from Red Cherry. I like the Cherry brand a lot, their natural lash band is on point. If you put them on correctly you can not see the lash band, doesn’t matter how close someone get to you.

I definitely have to give a shout out to Lancome for providing me with skincare products to use on my clients at Whip salon.

Katie was my third client this morning. She’s a high school student at Ridgefield High, today is there Homecoming so I had a few girls booked with me and I luv it! I like mixing it up because I get to do a variety of makeup looks.

It was pretty cool doing makeup on Andrea being that she’s one of the designers of the salon. Andrea was getting makeup for our launch party tonight along with her business partner Rebecca.

I wanted to give Rebecca a sultry eye with Red Cherry lashes and a sheer lip color. I contoured her just a little not to much. I think she look amazing with this type of look.