HE-SHI

He-Shi for him and her.. Quick and Easy Self Tanning Lotions!

June 1st tomorrow hits the first day of London's summer..!! Get excited and get tanning the safe way. I happily tested a couple of the He-Shi products and would definitely recommend the range for anyone interested in getting that summer glow instantly..

Firsts things first.. get a hold of He-Shi Tanning Mitt £4.50 for stain free hands.. Makes for an easy application and an even and flawless coverage.. Stick it in the wash and it's ready to go again whenever you need a top up.

He-Shi make so many textures from gels to mousse to liquid to m,oisturiese and now spray tans available also. Just find which is right for you, whichever is most comfortable for you to apply.. Gels and Mousses are my fav! Here's what I thought..

He-Shi Liquid Tan 150mls £21.00

Quick Drying, Non streaky, Easy to apply. They suggest to apply without moisturising first... though I recommend if you have dry skin then apply moisturiser before hand to those extra dry areas.. (elbows, feet, knees etc). Natural looking tan in minutes.


He-Shi One Day Tan 150mls £14.50

This is a gorgeous one day tinted bronzer..doubles as a moisturiser. For a tan in a hurry.. or last minute party that pops up in a sudden.. or a photo shoot needing an instant tan.. Great for my kit!

YSL - Touche Eclat

The ever famous luxury beauty product.. now in 7 different shades!!! Only at Selfridges!

Skin Cancer Awareness

Cover FX

One of every 3 Cancers diagnosed is skin cancer

L'OCCITANE Pivoine Flora

L'OCCITANE En Provence is an international company selling to over 85 different countries which hold a reputation of high quality products based on natural and organic essential oils.. French Luxury at it's best.. 

I have always been a great fan.. of there products. I have always loved wondering in to the beautiful boutiques that stock and sell L'OCCITANE... Everything is always so beautifully presented.. down to the packaging. Last week I was introduced to some new Limited Edition products and the Pivoine Flora Range.. Came perfectly packaged of course in gorgeous pink floral patterns.. so pretty and feminine.. Perfect for gifts, girlfriends, wives, friends! or even a treat for yourself..

This was hard but my fav pics that are perfect for the summer season ahead were..

Eau De Toilette £33

Contains Peony extract from Drome (France)

Lightly scented perfume to be used to refreshen skin.. keep in your bag for a light spritz and fresh feel. Recommend this for day use.. Perfect for the summer months.. nothing too strong or overpowering here. Elegant and Romantic.. 

Petals Eye Quartet (Eyeshadow) £22

This quad eyeshadow pallete have a wonderful satin texture and come in a cute little compact complete with a double ended brush and sponge applicator and a mirror.. so handy!! All colours are soft.. Use 1, 2, 3 or even 4 different shades/colours to enhance your eyes for day or night.. Also containing Peony extracts. Limited Edition so get cracking.. great deals on website.. Well worth it.

Healthy Glow Face Powder £20

This is Limited Edition so won't be around for long..Use to warm your complexion by brushing on to cheekbones, forehead, nose, chin.. Or get clever and double as an eyeshadow.. the ultimate healthy glow in seconds promised to leave you with a silky finish.

Enjoy..

Busy Bee

Have had such a great week of work and meetings and have plotted my way all round the UK.. been super busy hence no blog posts till now, not even getting the long weekend off.. not complaining! Working Monday on a Magazine spread to be featured in next coming weeks.. Also spent an afternoon on a top secret shoot.. Worked various events, taught some actors some character makeup and hair for a show and also a stint on a feature film. All details will be revealed when all is allowed and confirmed..

Here's a sneak peak backstage of a Couture Lookbook shoot I worked on week of the Royal Wedding few weeks back.. We all had the Royal Buzz..

Aussie Hair Care

Aussie Aussie Aussie, Oi Oi Oi!

"There is more to life than hair but it's a good place to start." The Aussie philosophy.

Now after reading a few of my blog posts and everyone out there that knows me.. knows I am constantly trying and testing new products for skin, makeup, hair, nails etc.. This week I have been introduced to Aussie's new Hair Care range 'Lusciously Light'. Gorgeous award winning products which made success through word of mouth!! Check out online to see which Aussie products are right for you.. Is it more volume you need? Repair for Colour Treated hair, Frizz control.. 'Lusciously Light' cater to all hair types helping you work towards the light, bouncy, healthy kick with sweet natural scents from Oz... Ahhh.

https://www.aussiehaircare.co.uk/collections/lightweight.php

Here's a handful I just adored.. along with a few Aussie facts..

FRIZZ MIRACLE SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER

Great for Dry hair.. Needing nourishment, less frizz, curly hair, Humid months, Smoothes flyaways!

It really works.. this product contains Australian Blue Gum Leaves (these come from the Eucalyptus tree which has long been believed to possess soothing properties! (All these cool little facts on all bottles).

COLOURED HAIR PROTECTION and SHINE SERUM

A little goes a long way, use on wet or dry hair, fits in your bag.. My clients loved this one so much!

Australian Jojoba Seed Oil in this one.. (This ingredient has been used by Indigenous Australians for centuries as it was believed to naturally condition hair)

3 MINUTE MIRACLE (RECONSTRUCTOR)

For Damaged hair.. rough cuticles needing repair, split ends, weekly deep treatment (to replace your salon appointment). This product contains Safflower Seed Oil (sweet scent)

DUAL PERSONALITY (Hi Hold + Hi Shine HairSpray)

Secure Hold, workable, not sticky, smells amazing, long lasting

This product contains Australian Sea Kelp Extract (This is a nutrient rich seaweed)

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GHD - KATY PERRY

Katy Perry was assigned a couple months ago for the new face of GHD! Campaigns shot by the marvelous and oh so talented and one of my favourite photographers of all time.. David LaChapelle

RAFW SS 11/12

My hometown Sydney Harbour held Rosemount Australian Fashion week earlier this month.. Here's some highlights from the event sponsored by MAC, Dermalogica, Redken amongst many others.

and one from 2010 below.. oldie but a goodie..

Already excited for LFW in Sep..

Thursday Treats..

Lots to tell.. Lots to talk about.. this year has been ticking along way to fast! I have my work in this months issue of Vogue Russia.. so get your mitts on this and lookout for my name and enjoy the issue.. Also had the pleasure of working on some magazine features across the UK over the past couple of weeks.. These spreads will be out and published in the UK in later months so will keep you all posted.

Currently loving and using one of Chanel's newest foundations.. (has been out for a few months now.

Vitalumiere Aqua

These come in a range of colours.. Beautiful light texture leaving a gorgeous natural glow, has a sunscreen spf15 but also works great for studio shoots with flash etc. Smells lovely. At first glance it looks small but it is 30mls just like all the other foundation Chanel stock.. Just different packaging. I actually prefer this packaging (plastic rather then glass bottle).. Great for a lighter load when lugging around my kit.. or in my handbag etc.. sometimes the Pro Lumiere or the Vitalumiere bottle can leave a messy pump and lids can break when squished amongst a billion other products trekking around for different jobs. Great foundation just remember to shake well before use as can separate a little. Love this! 

A little of the beauty track here.. but recently saw War Horse on stage.. great production, amazing puppets! Based in World War One following a story of a horse and his beloved owner..  Also just booked to see Wizard Of Oz, interested to see if it will live up to the reputation of the film back in 1939 with Judy Garland.  I expect it to be colourful and full of energy!

Judy Garland years after Wizard of Oz.. Beautiful! 

and mother of Liza Minnelli.

In the news...

Emma Watson has recently been in Paris to launch and promote as new face for Lancome's Tresor Midnight Rose Perfume. I thought at first.. why Emma Watson.. so young for Lancome.. But she is actually gorgeous looking over lots of pics of her and the shoot.. Love those eyebrows just wish she would grow her hair back.

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Come backstage with me..

 

Loookbook (shot at Eltham Palace) No hairspray allowed!! something to do with a Cheryl Cole video shot that not long before..? :)

Jewellery Campaign (Bridal)

Hair Campiagn (Assisting on this job) Amagingly styled hair!

Mag Editorial 

Corporate Gig

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Tuesday Travels..

Today was a lovely day out of London in Oxford for a Magazine Feature, got to test out my new Japonesque foundation brush on one of my models and my latest Nars additions.. gorgeous duo eyeshadows.. Article will be out in September so will keep you all posted on details, will be a good read.. few months yet! Also check out this Spring Summer issue of The Gentlewoman and lookout for my name.. assisting on 10 page spread, turned out fab! (Adele on front cover).

Also recently been informed Nails Inc have created 3 nail polishes to celebrate the launch of Mad Men season 4 on DVD! Named after New York locations.. Brooklyn (pearl nude), Wesrchester (dark glossy red), Madison Avenue (deep forest green). My fav right now is Madison Avenue!
Available now for £11. Purchase online at.. http://www.nailsinc.com/

sorry for the blur.. get on nails Inc website for clearer image.

What else..

NUBO has some new products available for SS11.. Cleanser, Moisturiser, balm, lip treatment. There is one product that stands out the most for me or anyone who fake tans:

Cell Dynamic Bio Electric Buff £38.00 (This is a pre tan exfoliator for the whole body. Removes dry and dead skin cells which leaves you with a smooth and even tan for the perfect glow. This wonder product also helps prevent ingrown hairs in between waxing and shaving. Keeps skin free of any rashes and irritations.. and leaves you feeling polished. Looking forward to getting my mitts on this one for a test to see if it does the job.

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Sunday morning fun

Ageing my hubby..

Japonesque delight

Japonesque have been around for over 20 years and hold a fantastic reputation amongst makeup artists. They manufacture makeup tools for professionals in the makeup industry mainly.. Most popular are the clever lip palettes that come in a range of sizes and there wonderfully soft brushes that feel a treat. I was given a few goodies on Fri so here is a peak of one of my latest kit additions..
Thanks B. Xx

ModelCo.

I am so pleased ModelCo has finally made it to the UK!! I was a fan of there line when I was living in Sydney.. They made the most beautiful mascara's from memory.. and now they have arrived with a new and unique mascara, Yay! I still have in my Makeup kit a Lash Wand Heated Eyelash Curler of theres for those clients frightened of the metal clamp. It heats up quickly and the perfect temperature around the eye.. and I believe one of the first products of ModelCo to be created when the business launched and made such a success in Sydney.


Dannii Minogue is the face of there newest product  ModelCo FibreLash Brush on false Lashes.. The title speaks for itself and the more you apply the more dramatic the result.. 


For lush and flirty lashes... Just 3 simple steps.


1. Apply one coat Extension Mascara
2. Apply one coat of Lash Fibres
3. Finish with another coat of Extension Mascara.


This product will launch mid June to Boots exclusively!!!  I have been informed a waiting list has gone live at www.boots.com and apparently the number waiting is very high.. so must be quick to get your hands on this gem!

To check out the rest of the line visit..  http://www.modelco.com.au/

Behind the scenes... Every day is different!

Life and Love of a Hair and Make-up Artist..

Backstage Fashion Show, one of the gorgeous models!

Feature Film

Bridesmaids beehive's

 

Props on set

Couture Lookbook

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Kate Middleton - Royal Wedding 2011