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I like bonus points....

Buy any 2 "lift & firm" Lise Watier Skin products, receive 10 000 Optimum points.
That's $10 next time you shop!
I like this ALOT. Lift and firm Night time serum is my fave for hydration - i dont care that I dont need it.........yet! it will prevent my skin from saggin :) 

Various Lift and Firm products have won the ELLE Beauty Award. AMAZING! 

I check blogs daily...



lise watier equinoxe fall collection- I WANT IT ALLLLL











  • Brown Liquid Liner with Felt Tip - easy application, great for everyone! *not pictured*
  • Fall Quad with Metamorphix - these are matte shades- so again, great for everyone! you can get a great basic fall natural eye - bumped up to a smokey evening fall look. if you're looking for a palette to spice up your fall look, this is the one! 
  • Nude Love lipstick - best NUDE for fall! Hands down. peachy/pink base, but neutral enough as a nude
  • Limited ed. Duos - The Green Duo (minty pearlized silver + sage green) / The Blue Duo (rich navy + icy silver blue) great basic shadows for a kick of illuminators to make any eye pop!
  • Plimpissimo Lipglosses - minty sensation, gives plump. Love the berry color, but the bronze looks fantastic ontop of Nude Love lipstick.
  • There is a duo blush as well, that gives a light contour to the cheek. Gorgeous glow, however, I had trouble uploading the pic, so I guess you'll just have to go to your local shopper's drug mart , and try it for yourself!!! :)

*FALL MUST HAVES*

NAILS!!!!!


First off, I tend to change my nail color like crazy in the fall, (like every 2 - 3 days), so here are a few of my latest:

Im loving neutrals, and plum/berry colors.

"You don't know Jaques"

"Meet me on the Hollywood Ferry"

"Fuschia Frost/ Espresso"

*I do mini manicures every sunday night; along with a mini facial, and a loonnngg bath. sunday = melo's spa day!

My Mini Manicure Recipe: 
  1.  Remove all polish
  2. Mix sugar + olive oil (use as handscrub) & rinse
  3. Get a bowl with warm water, add aloe soap and a bit of olive oil. Allow hands to soak for 10 - 20 mins, pat dry.
  4. Clean up cuticles with trimmer
  5. Massage cuticle oil into cuticles/ nails (leave 3-5 mins) & rinse
  6. Base coat + 2 coats of color + Top coat
  7. Allow to dry completely, Use tons of hand cream before bed

30 Days of Beauty

sorry I've been M.I.A., it's the BUSIEST time of the year for MelO Makeup. Have been working on tons of weddings, trials and photoshoots....so TONS of portfolio work coming to www.melomakeup.com  !!!!!

In the Meantime...I thought I'd give some tips on skincare..my lastest obsessionsssssssss


Shopper's Drug Mart is having 30 days of beauty. Each week for the next month, there is a cosmetic focus. So definitely go check it out! TONS of samples, consultations and fun things going on!  You can also check out:
www.thekit.ca  : where you can find tips/tricks and more info about the 30 days of beauty! 




OK so now my newest obsessions:

#1 ) Clarasonic Skincare system : if you want flawless & radiant skin...then this system is the only way to go. It's a type of tool you use at night to cleanse your skin, deep down. but it's also very gentle! You can use it on your face AND your body. Retails for $175 (for the 1 speed) $265 for 3 speed. You CAN get this at SDM or Sephora and select salons.

*if you're interested in it, contact me for more info! I can get you an extra bonus with it (shoppers drug mart in Georgian Mall, Barrie ONLY) also shopper's drug mart is currently running 20X optimum points with $75 or more. PERFECT time to PURCHASE! ends this Friday

2) TANDA ZAP! : compared to the ZENO heat system, I like this system more for scarring. This system uses the blue light therapy....great for cystic acne, but also scars from previous breakouts. Although this is a mini version of the origianl TANDA, it has a smaller head, in which you can only focus on 1 blemish at a time. Great for the MINUTE you break out. Retails for $49.99


3) CLARINS ESSENTIAL OILS: I picked this up a month ago, for the oily/combo skin. I swear..........this gives you a mini facial OVERNIGHT. I literally wake up every morning with glowing skin. I love it! GET one according to your skintype. If you're not sure you should hit up your local shopper's and get a 5 min. consultation just to be sure. Retails $ 56.00
4) ETIVAL VITAMIN C: anything from the Vitamin C line is AMAZE. No joke. If you have normal or combo skin, this stuff is great! Infused with a high potent of anti oxidants, vit.C, multi-pro (vitamin) enriched. It also smells great! It is exclusive to shopper's drug mart, so go check it out today! Works amazing with the clarasonic!!! 


NEW makeup obsessions that are also HEALTHY for your skin!
COVER FX 
*everything below I LOVE* 









EYELASH EXTENSIONS!!

I AM NOW OFFERING EYELASH EXTENSIONS!! 
I USE FLARES, I LIKE THE NATURAL WISPIE EFFECT!! 
CHECK EM OUT!!



half way done



orgasm blush, lipstick & concealaaaa

summertime, quick easy, on the go! I'm toooo busy some days to do full out MAKEUP. so drake got it right when he said, "orgasm blush, lipstick and concealerrrr"

NARS MULTIPLE in ORGASM (lips & cheeks, sweeped on the eyelid)
MY lipstick needs to make a statement. so I like MAC IMPASSIONED or MORANGE :)
PRO LONGWEAR NW25 or BENEFIT ERASE PASTE # 3 (undereye, around the mouth & nose)

NARS MULTIPLE in ORGASM

*things for sale*

I am doing some very LATE spring cleaning - here are some things up for grabs!!

blackberry curve 8900 - $115.00 CAN - shipping extra

TORLEN flat iron $30 CAN - shipping extra

*wishlist*

Things I intend on trying & BUYING veryyyy soon!!!


CHA CHA TINT - Benefit's new MANGO/CORAL lip and cheek tint
 



 
NARS SUMMER 2011

trends im diggin' this summer

ombre hair - *i dont care if its over done in LA, but I live in BARRIE - and its great in the summa time*
 bronzeddddddd
 matte orange - bronzed skin - slick hair - simple eyes *everything about this*
 braids & twists
teal liner
 backless shirts!!
always always always : CORAL lips

"MEL O GLOW SPRAY TANS"

HEY! I AM NOW OFFERING A NEW MOBILE SERVICE! SPRAY TANS!! GREAT FOR ANYONE WHO WANTS A SUBTLE SUMMER GLOW OR WANTS TO BE A GLAM BRONZE GODDESS 
* GREAT FOR SPECIAL OCCASIONS - INCLUDING BRIDAL, GRADS, BACHLORETTES, ETC!!
*ASK ABOUT TANNING PARTY SPECIALS!!

THE TANNING SOLUTION I USE IS 95% ORGANIC, ENRICHED WITH GREEN TEA, ALOE AND VITAMINS A, C, E.

GREAT FOR ANYONE, ASK ABOUT PRICING AND SUMMER PROMOS.
AND REMEMBER ALL OF MEL O'S SERVICES ARE MOBILE! :)

*I WILL UPLOAD A BEFORE/AFTER PIC SOON!*

SOMEDAY BY JB!

EVERYONE COME PREORDER "SOMEDAY" BY JUSTIN BEIBER @ SDM IN GEORGIAN MALL!!!!! RECEIVE AN EXTRA GIFT WHEN YOU PREORDER!! FRAGRANCE OUT JULY 2ND!!!! :)

canada day specials!!!!

I thought I'd offer something fun this year for Canada Day! I love celebrating and getting in the spirit to rep my country!! It's always a fun day to be able to get creative and still look glam!! I posted my special below! Check it out!!!!!


$45 - Hair & Makeup Services for 

THIS WEDNESDAY ONLY!!

My friend Stef is holding a fund raising event @ Boston Pizza in Barrie, ON this WEDNESDAY JUNE 22nd, 2011!!! She is going to Peru this summer to volunteer and needs our help! Anyone can help! Buy tickets for $10, and receive a free slice + half off apps! Any donations can also be made.
OH and I forgot to mention, she has some FAB prizes, including Beats by Dre headphones, Ipod AND

A CELEBRITY GLAM PACKAGE, brought you by yours truly! Along with other awesome people in the industry - Erin Weichental and Dahlia Wilson! You will win a professional photographer, makeup/hair artist and a fashion stylist for your own personalized photoshoot!!!!!!!!!! 

NOT trying to brag, but this seems like an amazinggggggg PRIZE!! It's value is over $300!!

Other prizes include an incredible gift basket with some of my faveeee cosmetic products for the summertime!!!

For more details- msg/call me!
mel@melomakeup.com

GRADE 8 GRAD SPECIAL!! JUNE 28TH, 2011

GRADE 8 GRAD SPECIAL !!! JUNE 28TH, 2011 - ONE DAY ONLY!!! $45 - HAIR AND MAKEUP! C'MON GRAD'S BOOK WITH MEL O MAKEUP ARTIST AND RECEIVE A SPECIAL GIFT! ;)


www.melomakeup.com
mel@melomakup.com

*(off topic)* loves determined people...

I love checking out youtube for new music, tips, etc...
I think it's awesome to see people so determined and talented make it bigtime hollywood!

Just a while ago I came across a young rapper, from Brampton ON ( I believe...maybe Toronto); regardless, he is talenteddddddd!
I love to see that people sooooooo close to me are A) SO talented B) SO motivated C) SO successful

I just came across some latest youtube vids - and WOW, he is TALENTED! His name is D-pryde.........check him out on youtube/ facebook!!! He also collaborates with a very talented lady named Erika David.

http://www.facebook.com/ErikaDavid?ref=ts&sk=wall#!/dprydemusic


I LOVE determined people. this has inspired me ----
In the words of trey songz/drake -------> "I just wanna be successsfull"
I will see you soon LA....!!!!

SPECIAL FX

Here's an example of my first prosthetic projects! I made my mom into a "wizard" back in school!


BEFORE

AFTER

HAPPY FATHERS DAY!!!!!

My dad has inspired and pushed me through everything I every wanted to do and more! I am so grateful and thankful for such a wonderful dad! Happy Father's Day everyone!

BORA BORA VS. LANCOME BRONZE AZURE



Photographer: Erin Wiechenthal
Model: Nikki Zita
bora bora inspired - with lancome bronze azuree!!

*lancome's summer collection is rich deep tones - but more beach vs. tropical tones of bora bora. here's a look I did with lancome --- *will post lise watier's to compare!!!*





IF you haven't experienced the gorgeous limited edition collections from Lise Watier, it's time you do! Their latest, Bora Bora collection - UNREAL! Gorgeous emerald & lime golden greens mixed with rich purple.
The collection has some new products, but the majority is limited - including the eyeshadows! GO TO YOUR LOCAL SHOPPERS DRUG MART - and experience it for yourself!



 
This Saturday from 11 - 4 pm at the Shopper's Drug Mart in the Georgian Mall, I am going to be part of a HUGE BORA BORA Event!

*BORA BORA MAKEOVERS
*PRIZES - including a WII system!!!
*GIFTS WITH PURCHASES!
*PROFESSIONAL PICTURE AFTER YOUR MAKEOVER!


email me for details, if you want to be apart of it or to book an appointment, space is limited!!!!!!

mel@melomakeup.com

new purchases!

I've picked up some new products...here are my thoughts!!

 
STILA ONE STEP BRONZE

*gives a subtle glow ( however, I'm pretty browntown - soooo it may show up better on lighter skin tones)
*has a hint of stila's famous "kitten" shade in the mix, so gives a great sheen, (not over the top), but I like it!
*can be worn alone, or as a base. either way, you do see a subtle difference.
 
final thoughts: wish it had an SPF, but I will be using this all summer, probably on every client too! 
it does seem to suit everyone's skin tone, as it is not red base, but the mix of all different tones and finishes great a great summer glow!



HAVANA SHIMMER - LISE WATIER (FACE & BODY)

*what can I say? everyone who know's melO, know's that LISE WATIER is my fave, and so is this product!
*GOOD LUCK -trying to find it. usually sells out the minute it comes out, as it is limited edition.
*however, if you can find it, grab 1! or 2 or 3!!! you can use this alllllll yearrrrr round! great to mix with moisturizer, foundation, body cream or on it's own! because it doesn't have chunky glitter, and is a true brown/gold base - it works with everyone, you just have to figure out your mix! (when i'm tan, 1 part havana to 1 part mix, when i'm "less" tan, 1 part havana to 2 parts mix)

final thoughts: one of my all time faves from Watier!

more portfolio stuff!

on my website - I've updated some portfolio work....more to come!!!!! stay tuned!!!!! 




*copyright of MelO Makeup Artist*


summer faves

everyone always asks me, what is your fave products?

I love tooooo many makeup items, but my basic faves for the summer time ARE:

foundation : bare minerals - original formula in medium tan
bronzer : guerlain terracotta bronzer - blondes + brunettes 
concealer : benefit - erase paste # 2 / mac - prolong wear NW25 
lip balm: dior - lip glow
spf: lise watier - sunsmart 30
mascara: hypnose w/p - black 
***these are my basics; everything else varies, but i will post pics of some of my favies of shadows, lipglosses,blushes, etcccccc***


skincare 101
everything starts with SKIN !
current routine:

cleanser : neostrata gel cleanser
toner : (once, twice a week @ night ONLY) neostrata level 2
moisturizer: day - biotherm biosource gel n/c skin
night - neostrata skin brightener + level 2 smoothing lotion
mask - neostrata exfoliating mask 1 - 2 times a week

NOTE: all neostrata products I use have glycolic acid. excellent for exoliation, renewing and smoothing! I probably won't be using all summer, but love it for now because its clearing everything out. my skin looks amazeee. however, use sunscreen, do not sunbathe when using glycolic - its sun sensitive!!



AIRBRUSH SPECIALS!!

SUMMER PROMOTION ON ALL AIRBRUSH SERVICES!
AIRBRUSH CREATES A NATURAL, LUMINOUS, FULL COVERAGE, RADIANT COMPLEXION. THIS IS AN EXCELLENT SERVICE FOR ANYONE LOOKING FOR FLAWLESS, EVEN AND LONG LASTING MAKEUP.

BOOK BEFORE JULY 31ST, 2011 AND SAVE UP TO $50.00 ON AIRBRUSH SERVICES!
INCLUDING:
  • BRIDAL
  • GIRLS NIGHT OUT
  • "MELO GLOW" FACE SPRAY BRONZE
  • "MELO GLOW" BODY SPRAY BRONZE
  • AIRBRUSH HIGHLIGHT/CONTOUR
  • BODY AIRBRUSH 

NEW WEBSITE!

WWW.MELOMAKEUP.COM


CHECK IT OUT!!!
I am learning more about computers - so I will be updating once a week !! check news weekly!!!

* all content copyright of Mel O Makeup Artist 2011*