MAKEUP 101

This is Neely. She is a very busy mother of 2 young children, who felt her makeup routine needed some updating. STEP 1: The consultaion. I went to her home to check out what her makeup bag looked like, discuss her lifestyle/needs, and talk about her budget. I requested that she be wearing her makeup as she would on an average day when I arrived, so I could get a sense of what she might need to focus on. This is how she looked. Hard to tell, but yes, she is wearing makeup. She is wearing foundation, eye shadow, and blush. It's just not the best application or colors for her. After that first meeting, I decided it was best to give Neely some tips on how to do a quick, fresh, modern looking makeup application, since she is a somewhat conservative mom who's always on the go. STEP 2: Shopping! I arrived with a plan, a list of product suggestions and then we were off to the Mall at Short Hills. We spent about an hour choosing the right colors and product for her skin tone and specific needs, and then headed back to her home for the lesson. STEP 3: The Lesson. I showed Neely how to apply the makeup on one side of her face, and she then duplicated it on the other side...she was a pro! The changes here are subtle, but very effective. She tends to get red and blotchy and the foundation chosen provided a very even, full-coverage without feeling heavy. We used an all-in-one color for both lips and cheeks providing a quick, fresh approach. We concentrated on the apples of her cheeks for that youthful, healthy glow. For shadow I stayed warm and neutral, enhancing her pretty hazel eyes. I should also note that she had started coming to me for facials since our 1st meeting and her skin was definitely looking healthier. How happy does she look?!
If you are interested in a makeup consultation, personal makeup shopping, and/or makeup lesson please contact me. kerry@kerrydering.com