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Celebrated My Wedding Anniversary This Weekend

img_9075This weekend I celebrated a special day with my hubby and best friend of 21 years. We been together for a long time knowing each other for 29 years.

Starting out long distance while I was in New York and he was in New Orleans. Being on the road working did not hurt us it actually made our relationship so much stronger.

Even now with my health he has been there never saying “I Didn’t Sign Up For This” cuz it’s one thing saying vows for sickness and in health but to actually really mean it is another. If you have never had to care for someone with 3 auto immune diseases, know it’s not easy. At one point he would have to feed me, bath me, dress me, and so much more. Even now we still have some bad days especially during the winter time. He’s been there through it all. So, I can really say, I’m a lucky girl.

It was nice that Michael took the weekend off, if you think I’m a workaholic he’s worst.

So three days of just us was so overdue. No work and no adult kids.

Our stay at The Marriott Stamford was close to home but it was a quick getaway from the house. Of course his staff called him 3-5 times a day but I couldn’t complain and wouldn’t complain.

For lunch we went to Northern Lights Bar and Lounge, a premier spot located in Downtown Stamford. It had a sexiness to it during the day so I’m sure at night it’s a nice spot.

On our wedding day we both wore BVLGARI fragrances so on our anniversary we shower in BVLGARI, we wear BVLGARI lotion and perfume. 21 years its time to replenish for the next decade because we have a few drops left.

For dinner we went to Saltaire Oyster Bar and Fish House in Port Chester, NY.  I love seafood and I can never seem to find that perfect location yet. So we are trying this spot out for the first time.

img_9188The next day we had brunch at Sam’s American Bistro which had a very casual atmosphere and the food style was American. The rest of the day we just relaxed put the phones up, talked about our updated future goals and just watch the sun set while enjoing Rose’ and jumbo boiled shrimp.

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On National Lipstick Day I Teamed Up With The Lupus Foundation Of America

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Celebrity Makeup Artist Brandy Gomez-Dupless wearing “Orchid” from Entitled Beauty Cosmetics

It’s National Lipstick Day and I could not have collaborated with a better organization. When the Lupus Foundation Of America reached out to me to see if I would like to team with them on #NationalLipstickDay I was so honored. With so many Lupus Warriors out there, for me to be on their radar meant a lot. So, of course I said YES!

Being a Celebrity  Makeup Artist, and the Co-Founder of Entitled Beauty cosmetics and having a lipstick color from my make line called Orchid for Lupus awareness means a lot to me.

Below you will find my beauty tips for us Lupus Warriors about lipsticks for #NationalLipstickDay

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Glam Glow And Gloss With Entitled Beauty Cosmetics At Ciao Bella Salon

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You are cordially Entitled to attend Glam, Glow, & Gloss with Entitled Beauty cosmetics, a luxurious mineral makeup line . Come meet the C0-Founders the talented duo Celebrity Makeup Artist Brandy Gomez-Duplessis and Beauty Expert Johnny Luoma. The brains and beauty behind the brand.

Entitled Beauty is a indie makeup line that can only be purchased online for now. The Co-Founders wanted a healthy makeup line because of Gomez-Duplessis health issues living with Lupus, Lyme and Rheumatoid Arthritis. The founders wanted something that would not irritate her skin and cause any flare up’s so they were very selected about the ingredients that went into the makeup. Have Brandy show you the Lupus Awareness Lip Color she created, it’s a bold violet lip shade.

Come shop and try out their awesome products Saturday, June 9th from 10am-4pm at Ciao Bella Salon in Ridgefield.

You won’t want to miss this event.

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When Did You Know That You Were Going To Be An Entrepreneur?

img_1653As Nicki Minaj would say, I Been On…In 2007, I was interviewed by Strive Magazine on rebuilding my brand in a new city after losing my home and 3 makeup studios in New Orleans. Being an entrepreneur has always been my thing. Besides being a Celebrity & Entertainment Makeup Artist, I am also the Co-Founder of Entitled Beauty a luxury mineral makeup line, and I’m the Founder of Beauty Blueprint, where I teach aspiring makeup artists/ hair stylists the business side of the industry and how to elevate them to work in their field. Being on social media with 47,400 followers on Instagram, I’m also being called an Influencer.

A Boss is something I’ve always been and I have never let my health (Lupus) stop me. Using words like “I Can’t & I Don’t Know How” is not allowed in my home and I don’t have sympathy for someone who cries about a headache or upset stomach. Being an entrepreneur is only for hard working individuals. I still have a few more things under my belt. With one being joining the committee for the first ever Danbury Fashion Week here in Connecticut, so I’m on the board and of course I’m handling Hair & Makeup, and A Blogger Kick Off Party. This is taking place July 24-29th and I’m so proud of it.

Can’t Stop One Stop, my old boss Diddy taught me that…oh peep the hair in 07 💇🏾‍♀️💜

Thanks Sam for putting me in your magazine ❤️

So my question to you is, when did you know that you were going to be an Entrepreneur?

 

 

 

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Celebrity Makeup Artist Ask For Your Support For Lupus Awareness Month

 

As you know it’s #lupusawarenessmonth and I live with this horrible disease, Lupus. When I sat with my business partner to discuss our first set of lip shades I knew I wanted a violet purple shade for #lupusawareness so at Entitled Beauty we launched a lipstick color called “Orchid” and my goal is for everyone to own a product that means a lot to me. On Friday, I would like to see all of you wearing “Orchid”. Tag me @bgdmakeupartist and @entitledbeautyworldwide with your lipstick color on. Don’t let me down. 💜💄

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Lupus Flare Up Sent Me To The Hospital

img_8560It is Lupus Awareness Month so I shouldn’t be surprised that I’m back in the hospital with a flare up, this is my glam life.

I always say my body is like playing a game of cards because I never know what I’m going to get when I wake up in the morning. Because I’m not a person that go to the hospital for every little pain I get I’m always in bad shape when I get to the hospital. I won’t take off from an assignment I have learned how to manage and still do beautiful work while in pain. When I do say I need to go to the hospital the pain level is over 10.

This time my flare up was in my left hip and leg. It was so swollen, had redness/inflamed, and painful to walk. My day started with going to the doctor with hopes of getting a shot for the pain. Right away my doctor said, WOW, you have septic joints. Before I can get dress the ambulance was being called, and a wheelchair brought in the room. Like my doctor said, I’m so vain, I turned all that down, Oh Hell To The No!!! Then they try showing me how to use crutches, turned that down also. I promised my doctor that I was going to go to the ER, went home and waited for my husband and son to come home so they could escort me.

So now I’m at Danbury Hospital, my second home…smh. Lots of blood work was done as usual and X-Rays to see what was going on. I was given some strong meds to calm down the flare up. I’m not a fan of pills because I don’t like the way it makes me feel. Give me a cocktail any day because I’m in control and I know my limit. They gave me Naproxen, Diazepam, and Oxycodone. I now have to go see a Orthopedics to make sure I don’t have any damages with my joints/muscles from walking for a long time without seeing a doctor.

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So, I’m on bed rest for 2 days and I’m thinking positive that everything is ok and no blood clotting while traveling on Friday. Because of my history in the past I use to clot so I wasn’t able to travel for some time.

Nap Time…

 

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Entitled Beauty Cosmetics Glam Saturday At The Home & Leisure Show

img_4065-1We’re so elated to share with you Entitled Beauty cosmetics glam day at the 2018 Home & Leisure Show at Danbury Fair Mall in Danbury, CT. We were placed right at the entrance of Starbucks. So we got to introduced Entitled Beauty to a lot of new Entitled Beauty Babes.

Johnny and myself helped our EB Babes find the correct lipsticks, lip glosses and highlighters that would match their skin tones. Of course we sold out once again in Jaco, our bold liquid lipstick and ran low on our Spotlight Highlighter in Resting Bitch Face.

 

We had a great turn out of supporters from friends stopping by even if it was just for 2 mins. We also had some lookers, that was a given we knew that was going to happen, lol. Thanks everyone for showing us love and wanting to see Entitled Beauty do well.

 

 

 

 

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Ask An Expert: Celebrity Makeup Artist & Entrepreneur Brandy Gomez-Duplessis

Hello!  Today’s “Ask An Expert” interview is with a celebrity makeup artist, entrepreneur and kindred spirit of mine, Brandy Gomez-Duplessis. She is one of those magical people that are simply larger than life.  When she walks into a room, she owns it.  I mean, you guys…

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Read the full article that Lifestyle Blogger, Mindy from Finding Silver Linings blog. It was a fun interview and I enjoyed my time with Mindy. It’s a treat when your peers show you love. I hope you take some time to check it out. Her blog is fabulous you will want to subscribe and Oh did I mention she’s freaking GORG!

Where can I be found on social?

Twitter:  https://twitter.com/BGDMakeupArtist

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/bgdmakeupartist/

Blog:  https://insidethelifeofamakeupartist.com/

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/public/Brandy-Gomez-Duplessis

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzWb6XK6HKvdg5htrf6fYlw

 

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Whole Foods Market Limited Edition Beauty Bag During Beauty Week

 

photo-5Guess What’s Back?…Whole Foods Market limited edition Beauty Bag. Whole Foods Market’s 4th Annual Beauty Week kicks off from March 21st-28th. Inside the Beauty Bag you will find natural beauty products that is sold at Whole Foods Market Whole Body department. Some of these beauty and skincare items are already on the shelves and now you will get introduced to new Whole Food’s favorites. The Beauty Bag will be available for sale at $20 (valued at $90.00).  I see so many great items  in my box that I can’t wait to try them all out. If your into natural organic products, mineral based items, and personal care products that don’t included: phthalates, microbeads, triclosan, BHT, BHA, aluminum chlorohydrate and more, you should pamper yourself with this bag of treats. They screen for 75 plus ingredients that’s been banned in personal care products to make sure they sell the best to their customers. So all you natural beauties, stop by your local Whole Foods Market next week to pick up your Beauty Bag and get a Whole Beauty Experience.

Because I’m based out of Connecticut my two locations I suggest going to is Whole Foods Market in Fairfield County & Whole Foods Market in Milford. I promise a great Beauty Bag as such will sell out fast because it’s an awesome bag.

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Here are the curated items that was in my gift box.

Dr. Hauschka oil-free night care allows skin to breathe freely while supporting its natural renewal processes. And the Clarifying Day Oil sends a signal to the skin to reduce oil production.

This natural exfoliate lifts away micro-pollutants and impurities for a fresh, healthy radiance.

Deeply hydrates and moisturizes sensitive skin.

An antioxidant-rich blend of nourishing desert botanicals to soothe, calm, moisturize and illuminate.

Enlivens and balances skin with the nourishing and regenerating essential oils.

Intense, soothing under eye elixir hydrogels to help rejuvenate with Cucumber and Persian Silk Tree.

instantly hydrates and replenishes, soothing, nourishing and protecting skin’s own moisture barrier for a beautiful complexion.

Fruit stem cell complex and marula oil instantly nourish and plump as french clay helps stimulate circulation for a visibly lifted, firmer appearance and a smoother looking complexion.

A bright jewel-toned berry in a creamy texture and smooth satin finish, and packed with moisturizing ingredients.

Gentle mineral formula applies easily and defines each lash without clumps, flakes or smudges.

A makeup bag essential! The gentle, alcohol-free aloe vera formula makes this a favorite go-to toner for refreshing skin on the run.

 

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Let’s All Get Lit Because It’s Mardi Gras In New Orleans

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Damn I miss that GIRL!!!! Right about now I would be LIT as the young kids say. My health was good, NO LUPUS, LYME, RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS, ENLARGED HEART, and ASTHMA. Today it’s Mardi Gras in New Orleans and I would be jumping on  the barricades screaming for beads & coconuts. Drinking daiquiri’s and vodka straight out the bottle. See, ya didn’t know that side of Brandy. If you think I hustle hard now, baby my hustle game was on 100 before my health issues. Mardi Gras was my favorite holiday because I’m always straight business all year long. But on Mardi Gras Day, it was that one day I could just let loose with my family and friends on Fat Tuesday. So New Orleans, Happy Mardi Gras and Turn Up for me!  We should all start drinking now, don’t wait for Happy Hour.

So here are so funny pics of me from 2009-2011 just enjoying life.

2011 Mardi Gras

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