mark holiday 2011 beauty collection

hello beauties and happy december! as if you didn't already know, it's time to start shopping for holiday gifts! while most of my shopping is almost done {i have my fabulous, non-procrastinating hubby to thank for that}, i still have gorgeous finds to share.

these beautiful, wallet-friendly goodies from mark will definitely bring delight to your favorite beauty-loving recipient. the holiday collection is glitzy, glam and feature products that are perfect for gifting alone, stuffing stockings or for yourself, to take along while traveling.

take a look...

Showcase Color & Clutch To Go is not only a great grouping of shadows, all-over face powder, blushes and glosses, but the inserts can be removed, transforming it into a clutch.


Earn Your Metal Liquid Shimmer Eyeliner in Silverado or Liquid Gold {pictured} is oh-so-fab! the long-lasting wear formula is an easy way to dress up eyes, even for day!


Glitz & Gloss Mini Purse & Go features a shimmering change purse with attached key chain that connects to any one of four best-selling glow baby glow and glow baby glow luxe lip gloss shades (lotus luxe, girly girl, sweet talk and sun luxe).


Bling On The Brushes Mini Brush Kit is purse-friendly and perfect for the gal on the go...


On The Dot Neutral Eye Color Compact features gorgeous must-have shadows in metallic, shimmering neutrals and Main Squeeze Lip Gloss{Cherry Squeeze, Papaya Squeeze {pictured} and Honey Squeeze} will keep lips feeling nourished and looking gorgeously glossed.


Nailed It Trend Mini Lacquers set includes a shimmery berry, called Sure Fire, and Meltdown, a metallic taupe, that are perfect for giving your tips a bold mani for all your holiday events.

the collection also includes sensational smelling products: Instant Vacation Fragrance Trio Collection {Original, Costa Rica, Ibiza Sol}, Body Luxe Pear Blossom Get Misty Body Mist, Body Luxe Pear Blossom Three’s A Charm 3-in-1 Cleanser and Body Luxe Pear Blossom Whipped Up Body Butter


for more info, to see the rest of the collection {which includes handbags, accessories, fragrance, bath & body and more makeup!} or to order products, visit meetmark.com

products featured sent to me by PR of the brand; pics taken by me :)

currently loving...

current things i'm loving...

crisp, clear, mornings; core fusion dvd workouts {they have changed my changed my body in such a fabulous way...i've all but the current release, and let me tell you, i love them all. the precise toning movements, stretching and gentle cardio are so effective, not to mention that no shoes are required!}; autumn leaves in my yard {yep, that top pic is mine}; the sound of my kids' laughter as they play; devouring books; sipping a freshly brewed cup of cafe bustelo coffee...


my adorable deep pink frame ~ j'adore the shiny lacquer finish ~ i found this beauty at TJ Maxx! for now i have an image of SJP, but will soon be replaced by a fab family pic soon...

mark Whipped Up body butter* in Lemon Sugar...need i say more? from the the fresh, light scent to the silky moisture it gives my skin, this is a keeper.


butter LONDON's British Racing Green nail lacquer is a shade i saw and really liked. i didn't anticipate that i would love it as much as i do. yes, my love affair with red polish continues {BL's Come to Bed Red is beyond gorgeous!}, but this perfect, deep hunter green is fabulous!


Smashbox Studio Skin 15 Hour Wear foundation* {spf 10} has been altogether brilliant with its hydrating, oil-free, buildable-coverage formula. i love that it has a pump and a little goes a long way.

*sent to me by brand PR; pics taken by me :)

Nikki Reed at Teen Vogue's Young Hollywood Party

i'm sure by now you've seen the gorgeous Nikki Reed from her appearance at this year's Teen Vogue Young Hollywood Party (mark celeb makeup artist Mai Quynh created the look), but i just had to add my two cents and fill you in on a few details of this glam and fab look!

the standouts (all makeup by mark.): gorgeous, glowing skin without shine was thanks to a dusting of Matte-nificent Oil-Absorbing Powder in Honey/Golden to her t-zone; naturally flushed cheeks courtesy of Just Pinched Instant Blush Tint in Peachy and eyes that commanded attention thanks to neutral cream and coffee eyeshadow shades in Java and Biscotti lined with No Place to Run Longwear Eyeliner in Foxy Brown and finished with black mascara.



to finish the entire look, a sheer caramel lipcolor (Lots of Lacquer Hook Up Super Color Lip Gloss in Thrill) with a beige gloss (Pro Gloss Hook Up Plumping Lip Shine in Swell ) was applied to add dimension and subtle shine.

find all the products mentioned at meetmark.com

xo

Lucy Hale at the 2010 Teen Choice Awards

did you tune it to the 2010 Teen Choice Awards on monday night? if so, i'm sure you enjoyed seeing all of the gorgeous hair and makeup looks! one of my favorite looks was on Lucy Hale. she's gorgeous naturally, but i really love how her makeup look amped up the drama factor, perfectly suited for her just-edgy-enough dress and fierce shoes (love!).



mark celebrity makeup artist Mai Quynh explains how she created the Pretty Little Liars star's Teen Choice Awards makeup look:

on her eyes:

"to begin, i used the Concealer Brush to apply the bronze shade from the Keep It Going Longwear Eyeliner & Shadow in Surreal to her lashline and blended upwards to the crease. next, i applied a top coat of I-Mark Custom Pick Eye Shadow in Gioia into the crease and smudged up to her brow bone, then lined both her upper and bottom lashline with I-Mark Custom Pick Eye Shadow in Java using the Flat Eyeliner Brush. to add an extra hint of drama, i lined her inner lids with Eyemarker Color On Line in Jet and finished with two coats of Make It Big Lash Plumping Mascara in Raven."

on her face:

"i prepped Lucy's face by applying Face Xpert Flawless Touch Makeup in Golden with the Foundation Brush to even out her skin tone. next, i dabbed Good Riddance Hook Up Concealer in Light/Medium under her eyes, blending it in with the Concealer Brush."

"for her cheeks, i used the mark Foundation Brush to apply Just Pinched Instant Blush in Peachy to the apples of her cheeks. i then dusted a light coating of Matte-nificent Oil-Absorbing Powder to eliminate any excess shine in her t-zone. using a combination of Bronze Pro Bronzing Powder in Pro Golden and Glowdacious Illuminating Powder in Shimmied Up with the Powder Brush, i accentuated the contours of her face and added a gorgeous radiance."

on her lips:

"i used Juice Jems Lip Gloss in Juicy Fig to give Lucy's lips the perfect amount of color and shine, without looking overdone."

visit meetmark.com or contact your local mark rep for more info on these products.


xo
all products by mark; info courtesy of the brand's PR company; image by Bauer Griffin via zimbio.com

mark Totally Balmed SPF 15 Tinted Lip Balm and Glowdacious Illuminating Powder

it's summer, beauties-- time to get your glow on! right now i'm loving mark Glowdacious Illuminating Powder-- it highlights and adds a pretty sheen to my skin. in addition, i have been pampering my lips with mark Totally Balmed SPF 15 Tinted Lip Balm in Totally Bare. the hint of color is perfect under any sheer gloss.

other than my face, i like to add Glowdacious (pictured above in Shimmied Up) to my decollete and shoulders for day, and have been known to add it to my legs at night (makes me feel like a celeb to some degree, LOL!). i love that the finish isn't uber glittery, but looks just right when it catches the light. i apply it using Eco Tools Bronzing Brush-- the perfect, big brush (and so soft!) for applying the powder to my body.



Tinted Lip Balm is a bit stiff in the tube, but manages to glide on smoothly. the color isn't the least bit intense, so there's no worry about feeling like you're too made up when you're just at the beach or spending time lounging by the pool.

find each at meetmark.com

xo
samples featured were sent to me by the brand for review consideration; pics taken by me :)

mark Take Me To Rio Bag

looking for a fun carry-all tote for the summer season? this Take Me To Rio Bag from mark., designed by the fabulous, award-winning handbag designer Carlos Falchi, is fun and will definitely add that something extra to your warm-weather ensembles.

made with faux leather, and in Mr. Falchi's signature metallic texture, this Rio bag is big enough to store all your must-have items. i love the baby blue hue-- so refreshing!

"the lining of the bag is the pattern of the copacabana boardwalk in rio. all of my bags have colorful linings, because i think the inside of the bag is just as important as the outside." – Carlos Falchi

find the Take Me to Rio Bag at meetmark.com or contact your local mark. representative.

xo
pics taken by me :)

Get Her Look: Kristen Bell at the Academy of Country Music Awards

Kristen Bell attended the Academy of Country Music Awards (the weekend before last) looking gorgeous with a fresh makeup look to compliment her nude Herve Leger dress. read below to find out the products mark. celebrity makeup artist Mai Quynh used to give the Gossip Girl her red carpet look.

on her face:

For Goodness Face Antioxidant Skin Moisturizing Lotion
Face Xpert Flawless Touch Makeup in Natural (applied with a foundation brush).
Good Riddance Hook Up Concealer in Light/Medium around her nose and under her eyes. Powder Buff Natural Skin Foundation (to set the foundation) using the powder brush. Bronze Pro Bronzing Powder in Pro Golden to her cheeks, chin and forehead.
Good Glowing Mosaic Blush Custom Color Palette in Hush Baby


on her eyes:

liner applied the lashline: Keep It Going Longwear Eyeshadow & Liner in Exposure using the Hook Up Eyeliner Brush, then smudged.
I-mark Custom Pick Eye Shadow in Tiki
I-mark Custom Pick Eye Shadow in Biscotti to the inner corner of the eye as a highlighter, using the Hook Up Eyeliner Brush.
inner rim of her eyes lined with Eyemarker Color On Line in Java, smudging Tiki underneath along the lower lashes.
two coats of Lash Splash Hook Up Waterproof Mascara in Black.


on her lips:

Dew Drenched Moisturlicious Lip Color in Skinny Dip
Pro Gloss Hook Up Plumping Lip Shine in Swell


all products by mark. visit meetmark.com for more info and to purchase the products listed.

xo
image source: accidentalsexiness.com via Kaplow PR

2010 SAG Awards Beauty: Katrina Bowden

30 Rock star Katrina Bowden looked nothing short of stunning at saturday's SAG awards. i loved her dress-- perfectly light feeling and age-appropriate-- and while her hair wasn't anything to get excited over, i really loved her makeup.

mark celebrity makeup artist Jamie Greenberg created Katrina's breathtaking look and shares how she did it. keep reading...


face
Greenberg started by prepping Katrina's face with mark For Goodness Face Antioxidant Skin Moisturizing Lotion and mark Kiss Dry Goodbye Lip Smoother onto her lips. she then evened out the actress's complexion with mark Face Xpert Flawless Touch Makeup in Golden then buffed Champagne onto her cheek bones "for emphasis". using mark Just Pinched Instant Blush Tint in Peachy just on the apples of her cheeks gave Katrina a more natural-looking rosy glow. this was followed by a dash of mark Bronze Pro Bronzing Powder and finished with a final brush of mark Matte-nificent Oil-Absorbing Powder to eliminate any excess shine. mark Jewel Body Cream was applied on any exposed skin "to give her body a gorgeous glow."



eyes
for Katrina's eyes, mark It Kit (available in february) in Latte was used and blended into her crease. I-mark Custom Pick Eyeshadow in Corset was brushed onto the lid, and blended slightly upwards into the crease, then dashed below her bottom lash line. mark Eyemarker Color On Line in Jet was carefully rimmed the top and bottom of her eyes and mark On The Edge Hook Up Liquid Eyeliner in Cleo created the perfect line on the top lid strictly for definition. the eyes were finished with two coats of mark Scanda-Lash Hook Up Mascara in Blacklash "focusing on the corner of her lashes to really draw them out."


lips
for a more subtle and natural look on Katrina's lips, Greenberg used mark Dew Drenched Moisturlicious Lip Color in Mist.

for more info on the products featured, visit meetmark.com

xo
images: Getty Images