Vitamin C benefits for your SKIN!

Who doesn’t like Vitamin C? It’s one of nature’s most effective nutrients for our bodies in helping get over a cold, protecting our immune systems and necessary for growth and development. So, how does Vitamin C get an ‘A’ for being an amazing skincare product, let’s take a look!

Vitamin C in an antioxidant, meaning it protects the skin from free radicals caused by UV exposure and air pollution. It helps lighten hyperpigmentation while evening out skin tone and enhancing radiance. It helps your skin repair damaged skin cells naturally. Everyone over 40 should be integrating a Vitamin C product into their skincare routine STAT!

When used topically, due to it’s highly acidic properties, the skin responds in the active reproduction of collagen and elastin that help to keep the skin plump and firm. So, Vitamin C can actually help in the premature aging process. As mentioned earlier, it also helps to inhibit melanin production which causes hyperpigmentation with it’s brightening ability.

When looking into the most effective Vitamin C products to integrate into your skincare routine, look for the term L-ascorbic acid which is the most effective form of it out there and to use it in a serum form. When combined with Vitamin E the effectiveness doubles. Use these serums under your moisturizer. If you have sensitive skin…start out with around a 5% and you can work your way up to 20%.

Vitamin C gets an ‘A’ for being apart of your skincare routine. If you are over 40, bring the C factor into your routine! The benefits are exponential! Here are a few examples of products on the market to choose from!

1. La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C Face Serum

2. OLEHENRIKSENBanana Bright™ Vitamin C Serum

3. SkinCeuticals C E FERULIC® WITH 15% L-ASCORBIC ACID

How to FIX Dried Out Makeup!

As a consumer and a makeup artist, sometimes makeup products get dried out and it is extremely frustrating. I spend money on products that I can’t wait to use and then suddenly, they seem to lack the consistency or texture that was apparent when brand new. So here are my best suggestions on how to fix dried out makeup!

For the most part, cream products are at the center of this happenstance. If you have a cream makeup like a Brow Pomade, you can use a Setting Spray to help it come back to life.

You can also use HEAT. Try to put item under a lamp for about 30 seconds to one minute and when you see it start to glisten or sweat, then it’s reactivated. Use a hairdryer too, this can be done with dried out eyeliner pencils! You can also mix the cream with an emollient skincare product like 100% Argan Oil or Coconut Oil to get the life back. Don’t use any oil that can irritate your skin like peppermint oil etc.

Contact Solution can also be used especially to revive dried out mascara. But add minimal amounts at a time to not make it too watery. Along these same lines you can use Eye Drops to help a dried out cream but use it as a last resort because usually these drops have an antihistamine in them so it’s not the best to put onto skin.

A Mixing Medium like Inglot’s Duraline can also be used to transform a dried out cream makeup. Combine the elements and use somewhat quickly as it dries somewhat fast once mixed.

Use a Hydrating Primer and mix with your cream to bring it back to useable life. An oil free moisturizer can also be a great option to mix.

Remember to always try and keep these makeup products closed tightly and securely to avoid dryness. Also, try and keep these cream products stored upside down so the oils can travel to the surface to keep it from going sideways. Hope these solutions and tips help.

Do you have any HACKS to add to this list?! Let me know :))

Makeup Consultation Do's and Don'ts

Since weddings are revving up again and makeup consultations are in a BRIDE to BE’s immediate future, here are some of my Bridal Makeup Consultation Do’s and Don’ts!

Do have Bridal Makeup Inspo pics to show your artist.

Do wear the color of your dress to your appointment so you can see the makeup against the color.

Do try and schedule your Bridal Hair Consultation on the same day as your Makeup Consultation.

Do try to have makeup consultation appointment on day that something special is planned like a Bridal Shower!

Do come to your consult with a clean face.

Do tell your artist if you have any skin sensitivities.

Do tell your artist if you will want any body makeup or covering of tattoos.

Do bring any makeup products that you would like to show your artist if you feel more comfortable in doing that. For eg. if you want to use your mascara, then that is definitely ok to do!

Do tan if you plan on doing so about 3 days beforehand, to see the coloring before you commit to it on your wedding day. Also, the artist will have to match the color which can be done on the day of but it’s still better to see the whole picture.

Do take pictures afterwards to see what it looks like and if any modifications are needed.

Do voice your opinion and give feedback, remember this is Makeup not brain surgery. We want to make you happy!

Don’t get waxed the day before as your skin may still need some time to calm down before a makeup consult.

Don’t get a facial the day before, as your skin’s texture may be way different and slippery. Your skin will need to balance out for a few days before a makeup consult. I suggest a week in advance. Think of washing your hair right before curling it, most hair will not curl when it’s super clean and slippery.

Don’t show up with lash extensions that are literally on their last leg and are falling out. This will not give you a great finished and polished look at the end of your makeup consult.

Don’t be afraid to change your mind if you would like a different lip color or something to that effect, just let your artist know ahead of time and they will make any necessary adjustments the day of for you.

Don’t wait til last minute to schedule your consult. Give yourself and the artist at least 4-6 months prior to wedding date to book it. This gives plenty of time for any rescheduling or if the artist needs to acquire assistants.

Don’t show up to appointment from another makeup consultation!

I hope these Bridal Makeup Consultation Do’s and Don’ts help! Share it with a future Bride to BE!! If you have any other helpful tips, please add in the comments!!

Book a Makeup Consultation today with Makeup the Bride!

PRIDE MONTH!

PRIDE month is here and I have to give it up to my LGBTQ+ community out there! You are trailblazers and hold a very special place in my heart! I see you and want to celebrate you!

Here are some fantastic resources for PRIDE events in Los Angeles!

Love In Every Color events at Santa Monica Place! They have a great rainbow lantern installation there which is amazing!

More events here!

Artists and Activists to follow and look out for are:

1. Niecy Nash Host/Actress

2. Rapper/Songwriter Little Nas X

3. Elliot Page Actress/Activist

4. JoJo Siwa YouTube Personality/Singer/Dancer

5. Bowen Yang Comedian/Saturday Night Live

All of these LGBTQ+ advocates are paving the way for themselves and for others with courage and a sense of belonging. Of course, these are just a few…there are a million more that help in representing this community and instilling LOVE is LOVE !

Here are some LGBTQ+ Beauty Ambassadors to watch and follow.

Neon MUA aka @neonmua #ColourpopMEBLACK

Khai aka @blackbirdkhai Shapeshifter

Myla aka @pradaolic Graphic Liner Queen

Dylan Davis aka @dylandavii A colorful soul!

LGBTQ+ Beauty Brands to Follow and Support!

Trixie Cosmetics

Non Gender Specific

 KIMCHI CHIC BEAUTY

FLUIDE

I hope this BLOG post sends up Rainbow colored heart emojis into the sky and into the universe! The more LOVE we spread around the better! Hopefully this week I will post a PRIDE inspired makeup look so stay tuned and watch for it on my Instagram page and while you are following all of these talented humans, make sure you give a follow to me @makeupthebride which houses all of my bridal and my beauty work!! Thank YOU!!

Memorial Day Weekend Sales on Beauty!

Memorial Day Weekend has always been the official kick off to Summer, right?! And what better way to get this party started than SALES SALES SALES on BEAUTY!! Do I have your attention yet? It is on people ;))

Sigma Beauty is hosting a customer appreciation event so get up to 30 percent off site-wide from 5/28 through 6/1. They also have a SALE category on their website that has some fantastic deals! I personally use and own SIGMA eyeshadow palettes and several makeup brushes that I absolutely LOVE!!

Nudestix is one of my faves and I own some of their cheek sticks and lipsticks but the best thing about these products is that they can be used anywhere on the face! Through Memorial Day Weekend, Nudestix will be offering free shipping on all orders, and when you spend $35+ you’ll get a free Nudestix concealer which is worth $28! Woohoo!!

Kate Sommerville is offering a free full sized Exfoliate Cleanser which is worth $40 through 5/31 with the code EXFMAY21 if you spend $80.00!! Yeah :)

Lancome will give 25/30 percent off site wide through 5/31!

Pacifica Beauty is giving 20 percent off on site wide through 5/31. They are 100% vegan and Cruelty Free!

Enjoy 20-percent off sitewide on pacificabeauty.com through 5/31.

Algenist has 30 percent off site wide through 5/31.

Coola is offering 25 percent off and free shipping on orders over $50 when you use SUMMER promo code from 5/28 to 5/31.

Flower Beauty is Drew Barrymore’s brand and is offering 20 percent off site wide from 5/26 to 5/31. It’s cruelty free as well! I own one of her Shimmer Brick Blushes and love it!

100% Pure in the Topanga Mall in Canoga Park is offering a huge kick off to Summer sale from 5/26 to 5/31 and the entire store is discounted! 5 items get 25% off, 4 items get 20% and 3 items get 15%.

Morphe is having their 30% off Memorial Day Sale with code GIMME30 this week only.

And an Easter egg from Makeup the Bride…book a Virtual Makeup Class from 5/28/21 to 5/31/21 with the code MDW15 and receive 15% off!!

Get it while the gettin is good!! Happy Memorial Day Weekend! Be safe and have fun!