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Win Amazing Prizes by Showing Your Skills using the “Eve Pearl Method”

May 23, 2012 by Kim S. / blog, Giveaways / 0 comments

The “Eve Pearl Method” Contest

Show Eve Pearl that you have mastered her method of makeup application and win some amazing prizes!

Prizes:

1st place – $350 worth of EVE PEARL® full-priced merchandise

2nd place – $250 worth of EVE PEARL® full-priced merchandise

3rd place – $150 worth of EVE PEARL® full-priced merchandise (Offer valid and redeemable only in EVE PEARL® full-priced merchandise. Prizes cannot be redeemed for cash.)

Runners Up – will receive 40% off in Eve Pearl Products. This means everybody who competes (with an accepted video), will be entitled to one purchase at 40% off regular priced EVE PEARL® items. (details will be sent upon ordering)

Winners’ Prizes will be in a virtual credit form to be redeemed in-store or online for full-priced EVE PEARL® products. Total $$ amount will also go toward the shipping costs.

How To Enter:

Please send your “Eve Pearl Method” Application Video as a “Response Video” to Eve’s YouTube page, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEgHRAp6RVI.

Sending a response video is simple: Go to the box where you would go as if you were going to leave a comment; click into the comment box- on the bottom right you should see, “Create a video response or Post”; Click on ‘Create a video response’; On the upper left of the new page, you will have an option to “Choose a video” or “Upload a video” – click “Upload A Video”; You will see a blue button that says “Start” .. click it; You will be prompted to upload an existing pre-recorded video from your computer or record one live and upload it!

Rules:

To participate in the Eve Pearl Method Contest:

a. You must be an Eve Pearl YouTube Channel Subscriber

b. The method of makeup application you use must be the “Eve Pearl Method” – if unsure what steps are included in the “Eve Pearl Method” of makeup application, please check our full makeover videos, old and new, located on our YouTube channel.

c. Time limit per complete application is 18 minutes – do not rush, it is plenty of time.

In video details and info please include:

-The Blogger/Vlogger (if applicable) who sent you to our channel

-Your name

-How you prefer to be contacted (e.g. via phone or email)

-Anything else you would like to add

Please note: Please add my Blog and/or Youtube name (MakeupbyKimPorter) to the “Video Info” section of your video. Make sure it is included in the first line of details info.

Winners will be chosen by Eve and the EVE PEARL® Team. They will be looking for process of application, ability to narrate (when necessary), the steps you follow, and of course, the end result.

My Current Skincare Routine for Clear, Smooth & Supple Skin (Normal to oily)

May 22, 2012 by Kim S. / blog / 0 comments

Skincare routines are important to maintaining beautiful, clear skin. It is also important when wearing makeup. Flawless makeup application is achieved by having “good” skin as a base.

No routine is the same from one person to the next. Nor should the routine stay the same from season-to-season. Why? Your skin may be drier during the colder months, which may mean you need more hydration/moisture and incorporate exfoliation to rid your skin of dry, dead skin. During the Spring & Summer months you will want to include lighter moisturizers, and products that contain SPF.

Below are items I currently use during my daytime routine. It is very simple. Both my night and day routines include using my Clarisonic MIA and Cerave Foaming Facial Cleanser.

Skincare Tools

My evening routine is similar to my daytime skincare regimen with the addition of masks, and serums.

Check my video below to see what I use in my routine & how.

The Makeup Show New York 2012 – James Vincent’s Favorite Things

May 18, 2012 by Kim S. / blog / 3 Comments

Saturday, May 12, 2012 was The Makeup Show New York City blogger preview. Just to name a few, in attendance were: The Style & Beauty Doctor, Yummy411, Silver Lips Beauty, The Gorgeous Ingredient, This That Beauty, Vex in the City, Musings of a City Girl, Her Goody Bag and more. During the preview Director of Artistry, James Vincent gave bloggers insight on what is happening during the two-day show; he discusses new vendors, workshops, as well as unveils new products. James Vincent also shared with bloggers his favorite things.

Next to Ellis Faas, NARS, and Hunger Games Makeup Artist Ve Neill being showcased during The Makeup Show, I believe the most exciting new portion was the Career Fair. The career fair featured 40 beauty brands/agencies, and was open to only 400 people. Attendees had the opportunity to get interviewed and hired on the spot! I hope this is something they continue to have in the upcoming years.

Danessa Myricks discussed her line of brushes, which were created & sold exclusively at The Makeup Show. The Makeup Show Brush Line features brushes from celebrity makeup artists, James Vincent, Jon Hennessey, Orlando Santiago, Esterique Aidan and Danessa Myricks and includes a full set of 13 brushes suitable for artists at every level.

Followed by the blogger preview was a cocktail party, which showcased photography of makeup artists work as well as models. Some of them were painted with 3D designs, which was pretty cool!

During The Makeup Show New York, GLAMCOR released a new Hygenic Hand Palette. James Vincent revealed it to us during the blogger preview. It’s a pretty cool concept. Instead of having swatches all over your hands, you apply disposable adhesive palettes for your hands— no more dirty hands when applying our makeup. You can mix, swatch, blend on them and then toss the palettes in the garbage when finished.

Of course we had a hefty swag bag filled with most of James’ favorite beauty items. Including things from:

NARS

GLAMCOR
ZUCA
Auraline Beauty

…And More

Next up is The Makeup Show Chicago, June 17th – 18th! If you missed New York, make sure you get there!

Disclosure: Items were provided to me for free for review consideration. I was not paid for this post. For more disclosure information please check my policies

OPI Brings You Instant Manicures – OPI’s Pure Lacquer Nail Apps

May 18, 2012 by Kim S. / blog / 0 comments

This is exciting! It seems like a lot of brands are keeping the busy woman in mind by developing instant manicures. This product is especially great for women on the go, such as mom’s like myself. I definitely can’t wait to try these bad boys out! Plus, there are some pretty cool designs.

OPI’s Pure Lacquer Nail Apps will give you instantaneous manicures and pedicures. They are created using precut nail strips made of 100% real nail lacquer – providing a high-gloss finish, long-lasting wear and zero dry time. Offered in both cream and shimmer finishes, Nail Apps are available in 14 different styles – ranging in design from edgy snake print and fishnet to feminine gold lace and floral.

“Nail art has become increasingly popular, with both consumers and trained professionals,” says Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director. “Pure Lacquer Nail Apps provide the perfect way to get a one-of-a-kind look that simply cannot be replicated by hand. Each nail strip is made of 100% real nail lacquer for a flawless final look with easy application.”

Combining base and color in one convenient product, Nail Apps adhere to nails in seconds and can be stretched for a perfect fit. Each pack contains 16 strips to ensure perfect sizing for all finger and toe nails. For best results, this product should not be finished with top coat. Simply remove with an acetone polish remover like OPI Expert Touch Lacquer Remover before trying a new design.

“To make Nail Apps last even longer, upgrade your service by having your manicurist cure the nail strips with a GelColor Top Coat. With this addition, Nail Apps will last up to two weeks,” explains Weiss-Fischmann. “If you chose at-home application, place each Nail App carefully, trimming where necessary. Top coat is not recommended. Within minutes, your nails will be uniquely designed like never before!”

Pink & Silver Lace and

Blue & Gray Rattlesnake

Fishnet and

Floral

Geometric Sparkle and

Gold Lace

Metallic Waves and

Parisian

Sequins and

Zig Zag Sparkle

Girly Glam and

Reptile

Pink And Black Lace and

Peacock

Pure Lacquer Nail Apps are available at Professional Salons, including Beauty Brands, Beauty First, Chatters, Dillard’s, JCPenney, Pure Beauty, Regis, Trade Secret, and ULTA, for the suggested retail price of $11.95.

For more information, visit http://www.opi.com. Follow OPI on Twitter @OPI_PRODUCTS and become a Facebook fan!