Inside the Life of a Makeup Artist | Luxury Beauty, Reiki Healing & Lifestyle by Brandy
Celebrity Makeup Artist & Lifestyle Guide | Book: Hey Girl Hey: Things Your Mama Never Told You (The Lifestyle Bible)
Credits
Model: Jamielyn Arcega
Photo by: Fred Plunkett with Latigid Photography
Hair by: Mariah Grant
Makeup by: Connecticut Bridal Makeup Artist Brandy Gomez-Duplessis with BGD Makeup Artistry
Wardrobe Stylist: JL Closet
Roberto Franco Sales and Education Executive at Murad was also there to introduced the class to Murad new Eye Lifting Firming Treatment. #obsessed
I always get asked when I’m at Sephora from boggie down brown skin clients what do I use to achieve a flawless makeup look. Color correcting is a big thing for me when I’m applying makeup on clients and on myself. On deeper skin women I do a lot of color correcting under the eyes and around the lips. It’s ok to use two shades of foundation especially around the hairline or a medium foundation and a darker powder.
Finally makeup brands are hearing brown skin women cry who needs a little color correcting and or contouring kit. At the moment my favorite four items I use daily to achieve an even skin are listed below. 
First Aid Beauty Eye Duty Triple Remedy in Deep
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| MAKE UP FOR EVER Skin Equalizer Radiant Primer in Caramel
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An exclusive palette of 24 deliciously enticing shimmer and matte eyshadow shades, including the two Color of the Year shades: Rose Quartz and Serenity. The shades in this exclusive 15-shade pan palette are all about pleasing the eye. The shimmer and matte formulas are infused with Vitamin E to nurture lids, while the pastel and bright hues can be worn together in a variety of ways to create a visual masterpiece.
SERENITY: A modern lipstick that dresses up the lips with bold coverage and unmistakable attitude.
ROSE QUARTZ: A rich, velvety, utra-hydrating lipstick that delivers a dramatic punch of color.
While this lipstick comes in the same texture and finish as Rose Quartz, this version of the lipstick is even more daring, yet delicate thanks to its Serenity hue. Color it on your lips for a futuristic effect that wows the present.
A set of six playful pastel lip gloss shades with a moisturizing and high sheen formula, including the two Color of the Year shades: Rose Quartz and Serenity. In line with its rule-breaking mantra, the six pastel hues in this lip gloss set are anything but understated. A swipe of the melt-on-your-mouth formula instantly delivers rich color and a dose of conditioning hydration. Your lips will look contemporary, smooth, and unexpected.
This is a fun New Year’s Eve makeup look I did 5 years ago with Tia Williams and Essence Magazine for a Shake Your Beauty segment. It’s so funny to see how my makeup artistry has grown since then. But I had such a great time at the Essence magazine office creating this glam New Year’s Eve makeup look that I had to share it with you. It’s a simple makeup look that could be done tonight especially if you luv glitter, lashes and bronzer.
I’m so excited about trying out this amazing palette of eye shadows from the Sephora Collection called Color Wonderland. I couldn’t agree better with the name. It’s a wonderland palette of colors, highlighters, eye liners and a double sided brush. Don’t sleep on Sephora eye shadows, their full of pigments that I like using wet and/or dry.
*78 eye shadows
*two eye pencil
*double ended eye shadow brush
*two different color stories, neutrals on the left and vibrant shades on the right
CLEAN wants to change the way we experience fragrance. Their reserve of raw ingredients they created a collection that highlights individuality that has eco-conscious sustainability. They removed the clutter and complexity so all that’s left is CLEAN
Reserve Blend Warm Cotton is for those who currently love Warm Cotton, or anyone who prefers to smell quintessentially clean. The fragrance envelops you in pure freshness that’s bright and comfortable. Its essence lies in the irresistible freshness of translucent florals and the soft feel of skin-loving musks for the ultimate feeling of luxurious comfort.
Notes:
Aldehydic Ginger, Watery Ozonic, Mint Green, Pepper Floral Accord, Musk, Incense, Vetiver.
Style:
Fresh. Comforting. Nostalgic.
Reserve Blend Rain captures the energy of a rainforest and the moment after a fresh rainfall when the air is so pure and fresh, you can actually smell life. The fragrance is created from an unexpected combination of a fruity floral notes blended with fresh patchouli vetiver and musks.
Notes:
Bergamot, Moist White Flowers, Patchouli.
Style:
Lush. Fresh. Invigorating.
A fragrance for the misfits, movers, and shakers who want to make a positive impact on the world, Terra Woods is the most unique fragrance of the collection. It smells alive with crisp and zesty notes, and is freshened further with water and air to move into a natural floralcy. Creaminess and a woody base provide contrast, creating a beautiful duality that instantly transforms into a new experience when paired with Velvet Flora, Smoked Vetiver, or Sueded Oud.
Notes:
Fresh Accord, Fresh Geranium, Jasmine Sambac Petals, Coconut, Skin Musks, Textured Woods, Tonka Bean, Madagascar Vanilla.
Style:
Unique. Enticing. Woody.
For the understated and quiet one who likes to leave a mark, Reserve Blend Skin depicts the tenderness and soft intimacy of a warm embrace—a blended combination of comforting salty sweetness.
Notes:
Fresh Musks, Warm Skin Accord, Tonka Bean, Salted Praline.
Style:
Comforting. Inviting. Smooth.
Velvet Flora is an intoxicating blend of sophistication and allure made for anyone who has an aura of distinction, confidence, and modernity. It captures the unique contrast of bergamot and leathery woods, awakening the senses with freshness and warmth.
Notes:
Green Bergamot, Jasmine Lily, Saffron Flower, Cedarwood, Moss, Musk, Amber, Patchouli.
Style:
Sophisticated. Alluring. Luxurious.
Amber Saffron is the sexiest and most delicious fragrance of the collection. An irresistibly fresh blend of red fruits, delicate florals, soothing musks, warm amber and exquisite saffron, it is sure to leave a lasting impression. Velvet Flora and Sueded Oud are Amber Saffron’s perfect matches.
Notes:
Bergamot Armoise Artemisia, Mandarin Oil, Rose, Lily, Raspberry, Musk, Saffron, Amber.
Style:
Sexy. Intoxicating. Sensual.
Smoked Vetiver is the most masculine fragrance of the collection. It has a smoky sweetness that’s fresh, inviting, and sexy. Made for both men and women, the fragrance is light and fresh when worn alone, but can be paired with Sueded Oud to transform it into an irresistible sensual experience.
Notes:
Verbena, Bamboo Leaf, Bergamot Oil, Quince Pear, Blonde Cedarwood, Cotton Peony, Wild Moss, Gold Amber, Soft Musks, Vetiver, Clean Woods, Myrrh.
Style:
Sweet. Smoky. Masculine.
Blonde Rose is not an ordinary floral fragrance, it is for anyone who loves to be feminine with an edge. A sophisticated blend of rose, jasmine, and peony, it reminds of the classic, yet modern femininity that’s fresh and sexy. Men can wear it too, especially when paired with Sueded Oud.
Notes:
Aldehydic Watery, Rose, Peony, Jasmine, Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Musk.
Style:
Sophisticated. Classic. Feminine.
Sueded Oud is a fresh and creamy approach to a traditional oud fragrance. It is a discovery of natural textures and an exploration of the fluid movement between the brighter and darker facets of fragrance.
Notes:
Incense Oil, Blue Cypress, Birchwood, Red Pimento, Honeysuckle, Temple Oud, Night Blooming Jasmine, White Magnolia, Fir Balsam, Sarcocaulon, Soft Suede, Gold Patchouli, Black Amber, Praline, Skin Musk, Olibanum Tears.
Style:
Sophisticated. Mysterious. Sexy.
With so many skincare products hitting the market, how do you know what to use. And this month, even more new products are filling the shelves at your favorite beauty stores. As a beauty expert, I picked my top faves to help narrow down the choices and satisfy any anti-aging treatment obsession. I hope my cheat sheet will help you to achieve healthy gorgeous skin.
Clarisonic Mia Fit-A gentle sonic cleansing device with two speed settings in a compact, lightweight, and waterproof design. This travel-friendly, lightweight, and waterproof device gives you smooth, radiant skin on-the-go.
Lancer Contour Decollete-An innovative firming concentrate for the neck and décolleté.
Tatcha Gold Camellia Beauty Oil-A light and rich beauty oil for face, hair, and body. Gold Camellia Beauty Oil is rich in antioxidants and essential fatty acids to deeply moisturize skin while the 24-karat gold flecks add a luminous glow.
iluminage Sleeping Beauty Deluxe Set-An overnight solution to help maintain the skin’s youthful appearance and minimize visible signs of aging.
NuFACE Gel Primer 24k Gold Complex Firm–A lightweight, leave-on formula designed to deliver the optimal visible facial-lift and prep for micro-current treatment.
Clarisonic Luxe Facial Brush Head Cashmere Cleanse-A replacement brush head for the Clarisonic, designed for full facial cleansing.
Eve Lom Radiance Lift Cream-A richly textured, indulgent moisturizer that provides the utmost concentration of hydration and firming action ever achieved in an EVE LOM moisturizer.
Peter Thomas Roth 24K Gold Pure Luxury Cleansing Butter-A luxurious antiaging cleansing butter, infused with pure 24K Gold in a solid-to-oil formulation.
Shiseido Bio Performance Glow Revival Serum-A multi-benefit serum that dramatically reduces discoloration, redness, dullness, and visible signs of aging for beautifully even-toned, radiant skin.
Erno Laszlo Transphuse Rapid Renewal Cell Protocol-A concentrated serum that works with the skin’s own renewal cycle, reducing the appearance of lines and wrinkles for visible results in as little as one week.
Sunday Riley Blue Moon Tranquility Cleansing Balm-A hydrating cleansing balm that removes makeup—even stubborn eye makeup—and impurities with sugar-based cleansers as soothing essential oils calm irritation.
Guerlain Abeille Royale Gold Eyetech Eye Sculpt Serum-An intense reparative eye serum with a light and fresh texture that penetrates the skin quickly for immediate firming effects.
Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Face Lifting Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF-An oil-free, resculpting and plumping fluid with a breakthrough patent to volumize, firm, and smooth the look of mature skin.
Perricone MD Neuropeptide Face Activator-A fast-acting toner formulated with neuropeptides and DMAE to restore loss of elasticity and firmness.
